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 
$35,800,000Residential 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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1438 W 32ND Avenue in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale in "ELEMENTS ESTATE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2522428
1438 W 32ND Avenue Vancouver V6H 2J3
$23,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2522428
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 10
- Floor Area:
- 10,663 sq. ft.
The legendary T. Jones Group has been designing and building custom luxury homes and multi-family residences in Vancouver and Seattle’s most exclusive neighborhoods since 1979. Hitting the market is “Elements Estate” – interior design in partnership with award-winning Sublime Interiors. Recognized regionally & internationally, "Elements Estate” was selected as Winner in 3 categories for the International Design & Architecture Awards 2020 and in 3 categories for the HAVAN Awards for Housing Excellence 2020. This Feng-Shui perfect 7-bed 10-bath custom opulent estate channels five natural elements – fire, earth, water, metal & wood, into a harmonious & awe-inspiring family retreat within bustling Vancouver. It is a paradigm of harmony, quality & nobility. The foyer greets you with a dramatic, sweeping curved staircase, while ceilings are adorned by hand with Venetian marble dust. An abundance of joy-sparking amenities (outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, jacuzzi, swim pool, waterfalls, full bar, theatre, gym) await you. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty Westmar and Icon Marketing Inc. - 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 design 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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1316 CONNAUGHT Drive in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2480342
1316 CONNAUGHT Drive Vancouver V6H 2H3
$18,600,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2480342
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 9,615 sq. ft.
Spectacular Mansion in Shaughnessy!Gorgeous contemporary home custom built in 2004,with almost $3 Million extensive renovation in 2018 . Big lot of 19,301 sqft with 9,615 sqft luxurious living area: 6 spacious bdrms, 7 bathrooms...modern & elegant, superb materials & craftsmanship,Gourmet kitchen with high end appliance. Upper level with redesigned and finished 5 spacious bedrooms,huge master bdrm w/oval ceiling, spa like ensuite & closet. professional equipped home theatre with state of art AV system, wet bar, huge recreation room,guest ensuite and wonderful indoor pool w/hot tub, steam, sauna in basement,Gym & well landscaped garden. Shaughnessy Elementary ,Eric Hamber Secondary School catchment. Close to private schools. Exceptional home in Vancouver's finest neighbourhood! More detailsListed by Luxmore 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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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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1431 LAURIER Avenue in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale in "SHAUGHNESSY" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2485288
1431 LAURIER Avenue Vancouver V6H 1Z2
$16,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2485288
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 9,607 sq. ft.
Exquisite first Shaughnessy mansion sitting on a 20,000 square foot lot with impeccable craftsmanship, and a polished design by the renowned Architect Loy Leyland. A truly opulent south facing property with a horseshoe driveway. The property offers a double height foyer while the great room is accentuated by a sophisticated ceiling that has distinct hand painted details and trim. Features include in-house elevator, grand family room, ornate library room, gourmet kitchen, elegant wok kitchen, vast recreation room gym, hot tub, immense home theatre, and many more. The expansive backyard offers a flourishing and well landscaped garden. This property is in a prime location with Little Flower Academy and York House just a few blocks away and only a few minutes drive to downtown. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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3369 THE CRESCENT in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2534743
3369 THE CRESCENT Vancouver V6H 1T6
$15,998,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2534743
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 7,409 sq. ft.
Situated on one of Vancouver's most prestigious streets in the highly sought after neighbourhood of First Shaughnessy, this stunning property is one of only thirteen detached homes on The Crescent. Sitting proudly on an expansive northwest facing 22,653 square foot lot, the home offers over 6,700 square feet of gracious living space over four levels. With six bedrooms up, eight bathrooms, seven fireplaces, spacious principal rooms, a stunning modern eat-in kitchen, a games room and a library, there is plenty of room for family to spread out and enjoy. The walk out stone terrace with long views over the vast and extraordinarily private garden completes this stunning home, rich in tradition and beauty. More detailsListed by Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Aedis Realty
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1638 MARPOLE Avenue in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2567475
1638 MARPOLE Avenue Vancouver V6J 2S1
$15,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2567475
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 7,602 sq. ft.
Majestic Residence. This meticulous private residence in First Shaughnessy area is a dream come true. It showcases over 7,600 SqFt elegant living on a 17,038 SqFt garden lot. It offers 5 suites including master bedroom with vaulted ceilings & private balcony overlooking the mountain & city view. Principal rooms on main has hardwood floors. High ceiling living room with view & French door. Gourmet kitchen with wok-room & eating area. Entertainment-sized dining room & family room has garden/patio view. Recreation room with wet-bar and infinite pool with jetted wave & hot-tub down. Attached triple-car garage & private gate. Truly a great family home. Show with confidence. More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - Aedis Realty
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1712 CEDAR Crescent in Vancouver: Shaughnessy House for sale in "Shaughnessy" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2557559
1712 CEDAR Crescent Vancouver V6J 2R2
$13,998,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2557559
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 6,569 sq. ft.
This outstanding Craftsman home lives up to all the classic details one expects in a home of this caliber. Built in 1905 and has been dramatically restored back to the glamorous architecture of its era. Beautifully appointed interiors with grand entertainment sized principle rooms flow seamlessly together. A private and gated half acre lot sitting in prime Shaughnessy it also includes an artist studio and cabana house next to the pool. Family living with grace and so close to the city! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
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