Vancouver Dunbar-Southlands
Geographical Setting
On the main peninsula of the City of Vancouver in the Lower Mainland of the southwestern corner of the Canadian Province of British Columbia, the neighbourhood of Dunbar–Southlands extends northward from the Fraser River past Pacific Spirit Regional Park on the west to West 16th Avenue, where the border extends eastward to the neighbourhoods of Arbutus Ridge and Kerrisdale east of Puget Drive, Mackenzie Street, and Blenheim Street. The Southlands area of the neighbourhood south of Marine Drive near the river is one of lavish mansions, golf courses, and horse farms.
Historical Sketch
History or legend records the first European settlers as farmers Fitzgerald and Sam McCleery in 1863. In 1912, the Canadian Pacific Railway and the provincial government, which by then held most of the land, established a subdivision for construction of residences for the planned University of British Columbia under development just to the west. By 1927, Dunbar had three streetcar lines and a number of unique homes, many still standing; 21 are on the City of Vancouver heritage register.
Affluent Southlands
Southlands is ideal for the high-flying, jet-setting lifestyle as Vancouver International Airport on Sea Island across the river is a short drive away. Trees line Southlands streets and often arch across the entire roadway. In early spring, hundreds of cherry trees blossom. The city maintains eight parks within Dunbar-Southlands. The extensive Pacific Spirit Regional Park has many kilometres of trails and the Camosun Bog wetland. Southlands lots are mostly of multi-acre dimensions behind million-dollar mansions that dominate the land.
Dunbar-Southland are in fact two distinct neighbourhoods combined into one. North of Southlands, Dunbar too has quiet streets lined with grand old trees and landscaped parks. Cross the line from Southlands to Dunbar and property quality declines from magnificent to merely luxurious. Multi-million dollar mansions on expansive, secluded estates give way to large single-family homes on pristine lots. Dunbar-Southland is a neighbourhood of mostly established families, not many recent immigrants, and less ethnic diversity than in Vancouver overall, but this feature may change as condominium construction makes the housing stock more affordable.
Commerce and Education
The Dunbar Business Improvement Area (BIA), the newest Vancouver BIA, covers ten blocks along Dunbar Street between 16th and 41st Avenues as far east as Collingwood Street. Shopping in the quaint stores along Dunbar Street adds to the distinctively genteel neighbourhood ambiance. About 12,350 inhabit the Dunbar BIA.
The proportion of people between the ages of 5 and 19 is well above the Metro Vancouver average. Dunbar-Southlands residents value formal education highly. The independent St George’s School on the eastern edge of Pacific Spirit Regional Park has ranked at the top of the British Columbia schools for several years. Two other schools, West Point Grey and Crofton House, rank regularly in the top five. Lord Byng and University Hill are perhaps the most academically distinguished in a field of highly reputable public secondary schools.
CareersFifty-six percent of Dunbar-Southlanders hold university degrees compared to thirty-nine percent for the city and thirty-one for Metro Vancouver. Perhaps reflecting the fact that neighbourhood education levels are significantly higher than average regional levels, many residents work in leadership positions and in specialized fields in social sciences, education, government, religion, business management, natural and applied sciences, and health care. |
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New Dunbar Live MLS Listings
Vancouver Dunbar-Southlands
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3875 W 36TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2875835
3875 W 36TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2S5 
$6,688,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2875835
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,586 sq. ft.
Custom built contemporary home with approximately 4,600 square feet of luxurious living in desirable West of Dunbar location. Rare to find 60*130,7800 flat lot.Quality construction and exquisite finishing detail throughout. Main floor features soaring ceilings with oversize d windows, formal dining room, den/office and an open plan great-room living concept. Stunning gourmet kitchen with Gaggeneau appliances & roughed-in for wok kitchen. Upper floor offers 3 spacious bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms including a fabulous master ensuite. Lower level has it all, including an incredible media room, recreation room, gym, wet bar & guest room.High tech control system accentuate the extraordinary layout.Low maintenance yard with a 3 car garage.Vancouver's best public & private schools nearby. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3530 W 34TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2851692
3530 W 34TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2K8
$6,688,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2851692
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,326 sq. ft.
Dream family home situated on one of the best and quietest streets in Dunbar. This premium quality home is designed by award-winning John Henshaw Architect and built by 25+ years well known experienced quality builder View Point Construction. This stunning home has an excellent flr plan w/5 bdrms, 5.5 baths & sits on a 6525 sf lot. Extraordinary quality w/4326 sf living space feat. formal cross-hall LR, fab gourmet kitchen w/high end millwork & appl's, family rm off kitchen, & office on main. 4 bdms up incl. spectac. MB w/vaulted ceiling & spa-like ensuite & huge walk-in closet. Fabulous media rm down incl. home theatre, guest rm & wine bars. Smart home, AC. Sunny S facing back yard w/huge patio and kids play. Steps to St. George's, Crofton, York, PG, LB UBC and Kerrisdale shops. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4018 W 30TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2859583
4018 W 30TH Avenue Vancouver V6S 1X5
$6,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2859583
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,317 sq. ft.
Luxury custom built home in prestigious Dunbar area, steps to St. George school, sitting on a tree-lined quiet street, this house offers 5 bedrooms 6 bedrooms and a laneway house total of over 5000sf living space, throughout excellent craftsmanship and high-end finishes, top of the line appliance including Miele fridge, stove, range top, wok kitchen, home theater, sauna, wine room. Close to UBC, Crofton House School. School catchment Southland Elementary School and Lord Byng Secondary School (Vancouver's No. 1 ranking public secondary school. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3985 W 39TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2878832
3985 W 39TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 3A9
$6,495,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2878832
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,670 sq. ft.
Situated on a 56X166 lot and spanning an impressive 4,670 SQFT, this stunning residence stands as a testament to thoughtful design. Crafted in 2004 by renowned architect David Zacharko and constructed by esteemed builder Frank Radick, this home blends aesthetics with functionality, creating an ideal space for entertaining and relaxing alike. Step through the grand entrance and you’re greeted by an expansive open concept layout. The gourmet kitchen, a culinary masterpiece, has accordion windows that effortlessly open to reveal a seamless transition to the sprawling backyard oasis. Picture al fresco dining, hosting lively soirees, and fireside conversations. Up is 3 beds including a serene primary suite with ensuite and walk-in-closet, and down is 1 bed plus space for a gym and rec room. Bonus? A beautiful lock off suite to generate rental revenue. OPEN: WEDS May 8th 10:30-12 & 5-6:30, FRI May 10th 12:30-2, & SUN May 12th 2-4. NO APPT NEEDED. More detailsListed by Dexter Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4042 W 34TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2861701
4042 W 34TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2L7
$6,490,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2861701
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,574 sq. ft.
Discover luxury living in Vancouver West's prestigious Dunbar neighborhood with this exquisite custom-built home. Nestled on a tranquil 50x130 lot, this masterpiece boasts over 4574 sq ft of opulent living space. Featuring 5 grand bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, and a plethora of high-end amenities including radiant heating, central air conditioning, a gourmet kitchen plus a wok kitchen, and a 3-car garage. Indulge in the lavish lifestyle with a wine room, media room, entertainment bar, and sauna. Situated in a top school catchment area, close to elite schools like Crofton House,St. George, Southlands Elementary, Point Grey Secondary and UBC, this home is a testament to luxury and elegance. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of Dunbar's finest. More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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