Shaughnessy, Vancouver’s Upper Crust Neighbourhood
The Grandeur of Shaughnessy
The Shaughnessy neighbourhood in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is one of grand heritage homes. Its borders are 16th and 41st avenues on the north and south and Oak and Arbutus streets on the east and west. Shaughnessy is not a good fit for the Vancouver grid pattern of streets and avenues; instead, many roads loop and meander with the hilly terrain of the highest area in the city aside from nearby Queen Elizabeth Park. The neighbourhood’s estimated population is 9,000. Its name commemorates Thomas Shaughnessy, the American chief executive of the Canadian Pacific Railway from 1899 to 1918 when the king raised him to the British peerage as a first baron in 1916.
Shaughnessy has sprawling homes with enormous gardens. In September 2010 the average house sale price was $2,955,059. Average neighbourhood annual household income is $136K+, considerably higher than the Metro Vancouver average. In Shaughnessy, 51.5 percent of neighbourhood housing dates from before or during the Second World War II compared to 20.8 percent city-wide. The objective of the December 1998 First Shaughnessy Official Development Plan of the City of Vancouver is “to protect and preserve Shaughnessy’s unique pre–1940 character.” Two neighbourhood streets, Beverly Crescent and Cedar Crescent, have the highest average home values nationwide.
The Three Shaughnessys
The Canadian Pacific Railway developed the land for the First Shaughnessy neighbourhood in the early 1900s. The federal government in Ottawa granted the railroad, then the largest Canadian real estate developer, Old Shaughnessy north of King Edward Avenue as an inducement to extend its service to the West Coast. “First Shaughnessy” between 16th and 25th avenues and Oak Street and East Boulevard was the first such Canadian Pacific-developed subdivision. The area subsequently extended south of King Edward as far as 41st Avenue. The success and appeal of First Shaughnessy were so great that in the late ’20s and early ’30s development of adjacent land created the Second and then the Third Shaughnessy, where lots and houses are mostly smaller and more modest but still impressive by any measure.
Neighbourhood Attractions
A main Shaughnessy attraction is the VanDusen Botanical Garden, from 1911 to 1960 home of the Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club as lessor and tenant of the Canadian Pacific Railway until the club moved to a new location. The railroad proposed a subdivision, which many influential citizens opposed, so in 1966 the VanDusen Botanical Garden Association formed to assist the Vancouver Park Board in acquiring and redeveloping the property. Acquisition and redevelopment funds came from the City of Vancouver, the British Columbia Government, the Vancouver Foundation, largest of Canada’s community foundations, and industrialist/philanthropist W J VanDusen, the garden’s namesake. VanDusen Botanical Garden opened in August 1975.
The Heritage Vancouver Society sponsors weekend morning two-hour walking tours of Shaughnessy architectural wonders and landscaping delights. The Glen Brae Mansion on Matthews Avenue, once after its career as a private home the headquarters building of the Canadian Ku Klux Klan and now the Canuck Place Children’s Hospice, features twin, domed towers framing its front entrance. Hycroft Manor on McRae Avenue between Marpole Avenue and The Crescent around Shaughnessy Park, perhaps Vancouver’s most fashionable address, has 30 rooms on five acres housing the University Women’s Club of Vancouver since 1962. Hycroft Manor is open to the public for the club’s annual fundraiser, Christmas at Hycroft, and for many other events throughout the year.
Information Links:
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/shaughnessy.aspx http://former.vancouver.ca/parks/cc/douglas/website/index.html
http://vancouver.ca/docs/planning/arbutus-ridge-kerrisdale-shaughnessy-arks-community-vision-full-report.pdf
New Shaughnessy Live MLS Listings
Shaughnessy, Vancouver's Upper Crust Neighbourhood
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1233 TECUMSEH Avenue in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2516819
1233 TECUMSEH Avenue Vancouver V6H 1T3 
$33,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2516819
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 12,413 sq. ft.
A Contemporary Masterpiece! Architecture by Airey Group, Landscape Architecture by Paul Sangha and Interior design by HB Design, this dynamic Dream Team has Created a Majestic Mansion in First Shaughnessy that showcases the Lush Outdoor Gardens/Ground for Entertainment, Sophisticated Interiors and Perfection on Detailed workmanship. Notable features include soaring high ceiling, Elegant Custom/Unique Millworks, In-house Elevator, In Ceiling Custom LED Lights, 7 well- appointed Bedrooms with Ensuite in total, Including 4 Master Bedrooms, Self-Contained Accessory Building for Adult Children Or in Law/Guest stay, Enormous Steel/Glass Wine/Cognac cellar & Entertainment areas, Larger than Life Dining Room to Seat 18 people overlooking the Koi Pond/Japanese Garden, Aquarium, Art Gallery corridor More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty
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3689 SELKIRK Street in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2587551
3689 SELKIRK Street Vancouver V6H 2Y9
$26,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2587551
- Bedrooms:
- 12
- Bathrooms:
- 12
- Floor Area:
- 16,655 sq. ft.
One of a kind Tudor Revival mansion is situated in the heart of Shaughnessy, built on a huge 39,596sf lot, fully renovating, respecting the original Tudor style and combining with the modern day comfort to satisfy the needs of a new owner, namely you. Main building features 4 lvls with 2 separate staircases, 9 bds, 12 bths, and extra high ceiling with its oak carved grand staircase at entrance to this magnificent home. Attached coach house has 3 bds, 2bths,own kitchen and private entry. Back patio comes with a beautiful rose pergola connecting to a lovely tea house in the end of the brick pathway. The backyard's high end BBQ equipment set is ideal for large groups gathering. The Heritage property with historical stories and fresh conditions await the start of your legend now! More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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3488 PINE Crescent in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2578968
3488 PINE Crescent Vancouver V6J 4J8
$25,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2578968
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 8,213 sq. ft.
Spectacular estate over 20,000sf in 1st Shaughnessy.Built in 2003,about 8,200 sf exquisitely designed architecture reflects a classic French Chateau style.From the stone fireplaces to the custom millwork and floors,all details are meticulously designed.5 spacious bdrms,6 elegant bathrooms,generously proportioned living and entertainment spaces.It showcases an impressive grand entrance foyer with a high ceiling,leading to the grand living and dining rooms.The theatre room and pool deck offer stunning spaces for entertainment,while the family room overlooks the outdoor terrace and pool and offers a relaxed space for family gatherings.Other exquisite features include gym,media room,workshop,swimming pool, and wine cellar.School catchment:Shaughnessy Elementary,PW Secondary. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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1438 W 32ND Avenue in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale in "ELEMENTS ESTATE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2587794
1438 W 32ND Avenue Vancouver V6H 2J3
$21,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2587794
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 10
- Floor Area:
- 10,663 sq. ft.
“Elements Estate” - award-winning and irreplaceable Shaughnessy estate featuring 7 bdrms and 10 baths, built by T. Jones Group in partnership with Sublime Interior Design. Five natural elements – fire, earth, water, metal & wood - channel into a family retreat in bustling Vancouver. Winner of 3 Int. Design & Arch. Awards and 3 HAVAN awards in 2020. Large-scale waterfalls, custom art by internationally-acclaimed Ronan Boyle, venetian-plastered walls/ceilings, and dramatic details throughout. Guests can relax in oversized and well-designed entertainment areas both indoors & outdoors. The chef's kitchens and state-of-the-art outdoor kitchen w/ pizza oven is perfect for staycation. Bsmt features full bar, velvet-banquette, champagne vessel, spa, gym, movie theatre, hot tubs, swimming pool. More detailsListed by Icon&co. Boutique Inc. and Macdonald Realty Westmar - Aedis Realty
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1487 MINTO Crescent in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2534823
1487 MINTO Crescent Vancouver V6H 2J6
$18,888,888Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2534823
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 10
- Floor Area:
- 9,904 sq. ft.
Elegantly finished by reputable Valentino! This mansion has all your luxurious needs. European designed with all the top of line material includes real marble stairs, Italian kitchen cabinets, quartz and semi precious stone counter tips back lit, high grade chandeliers and lights with Egyptian crystals and many extra features like raised bathroom vanities lighted below and auto turn on lights etc. Fully equipped with elevator, theater room, sauna and indoor swimming pool has lighting feature that changes lights ceiling faux paintings, tiles on pool wall and upper view deck areas and rainfall feature and statues throw water. High-tech smart home system with full automation on house Control. Beautiful landscape with 3 marble fountains, full outside barbecue station, includes brick burning pizza oven and additional single barbecue outside pool sunken patio. This masterpiece you do not want to miss ! More detailsListed by Regent Park Realty Inc. and Amex - Fraseridge Realty - Aedis Realty
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3688 HUDSON Street in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2479840
3688 HUDSON Street Vancouver V6H 3A7
$17,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2479840
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 6,940 sq. ft.
LOT!!!Truly RARE FIND HUGE 30,939 SF LOT in the most PRESTIGIOUS FIRST SHAUGHNESSY location,has been approved for a new home with 15000sf,BP ready...just steps to 'The Crescent', regular shape lot with the size of 135x229, over 6000sf existing house tastefully updated,it offers extensive use of high quality hardwood floor thru-out on main, gourmet kitchen with top of the line Subzero and Thermador S/S appliances and high end cabinetry, park-like garden with outdoor swimming pool, excellent neighbourhood, close to York House School, Little Flower Academy, St. George's School and UBC. Comes with approved architectural drawing designed by famous architect LOY LEYLAND, Hold it with great potential or build a world class mansion later. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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1316 CONNAUGHT Drive in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2571995
1316 CONNAUGHT Drive Vancouver V6H 2H3
$17,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2571995
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 9,615 sq. ft.
Spectacular Mansion in Shaughnessy!Gorgeous contemporary custom built in 2004, designed by famous designer, lots of renovation in 2018. Big lot of 19,301 sqft with 9,615 sqft luxurious living area: 5 bdrms, 1 den & 8 bathrooms. Modern & elegant, superb materials & craftsmanship. Gourmet kitchen with high end appliance. Upper level with 4 bedrooms, dream master suite w/oval ceiling, spa like ensuite & closet. Down has an ensuite. Home theatre with state of art AV system, wet bar, huge recreation room and wonderful indoor pool w/hot tub, steam, sauna & designer landscaped garden. Shaughnessy Elementary and Eric Hamber Secondary School catchment. Close to private schools. Exceptional home in Vancouver's finest neighbourhood! Must have choice! More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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1426 LAURIER Avenue in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2577139
1426 LAURIER Avenue Vancouver V6H 1Z1
$16,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2577139
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 10,936 sq. ft.
A rare chance to own a brand new mansion in First Shaughnessy. This magnificent mansion is under the development. Over 10,000 sq ft of elegant living area on a huge lot size, 100' x 200'. Architectured by award winning Jakobsen & Associates and built by renowned Bela Construction, it has development and building approvals from City of Vancouver to save your time and energy. It features convenient elevator, indoor pool with hot tub and sauna, home theater, 3 car garage and much more. Floor plan available for viewing by appointment. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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1626 AVONDALE Avenue in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2568279
1626 AVONDALE Avenue Vancouver V6M 1S1
$16,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2568279
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 5,176 sq. ft.
TIMELESS & ONE OF A KIND. Nestled in this park-like setting 2nd Shaughnessy with gorgeous street appeal. Meticulously custom built home with attention to detail inside & out as well as exceptional construction material. The durable slate roof, spray foam insulation in the attic and Smart Home system are particular features. Nicely sits on a 89' x175' lot (15435 sf). Offers 5200 sq.ft. of deluxe, functional contemporary and practical living. Open concept on the main floor. Totally private resort style backyard with a swimming pool, jacuzzi and putting green . Professionally landscaped garden with mature trees and perennials. The beautiful cherry blossoms in the front bring in a serene atmosphere. It is an overall superb luxurious dream home waiting for the new owner to enjoy. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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1411 MINTO Crescent in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2585434
1411 MINTO Crescent Vancouver V6H 2J6
$16,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2585434
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 7,535 sq. ft.
Custom built home designed by famous designer BLACKMOOR in prestigious Shaughnessy ! This South -facing home has it all. Almost 7600 sq ft of quality finished living area. High ceiling foyer with grand chandelier, Fully upgraded in the past few years. Hardwood flooring, toilet & ensuites, wet bar & media rm, tremendous dining room overlooking onto the beautifully landscaped park like backyard. Double front & back staircase. Lots of skylight & large wood framed windows to induce natural lighting, high efficient furnace & air conditioning sys, 2 att'd & 2 det'd garages. Roof w/warr. Beautifully landscaped garden .CLOSE to park, shopping center, bus stops and top schools - York House, Little Flower ! MUST SEE! More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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