Ups and Downs in Kerrisdale
Geography and Demography
In the Canadian City of Vancouver, British Columbia, the affluent westside neighbourhood of Kerrisdale lies between 33d Avenue on the north, Blenheim Street on the west, West Avenue on the east, and the Fraser River on the south. Commercial shopping districts are along West 41st Avenue from Larch to Maple streets and along West Boulevard from 37th to 47th avenues.
The 2006 Census reported 14,615 inhabitants. Originally thoroughly British demographically, Kerrisdale has received since the mid ’80s an influx of affluent Hong Kong emigrants, many of whom have built large, modern houses, making Kerrisdale an architectural mixture of lavish new and renovated houses. In 2007, Blocktalk.ca reported an estimated median annual household income of $113,286, much higher than the average for Metro Vancouver generally.
History
In 1862, the McCleery family became the first to farm the land of the present McCleery Golf Course on the river. By the mid-1870s, with many more families farming the area, the logging industry was well underway. A local legend is that “Kerrisdale” is a corruption of “Kerry’s Dale,” the ancestral home in Scotland of an early resident who, when asked to choose a name for a British Columbia Electric Railway station for the area, made that choice. In 1912, the streetcar went from Kerrisdale along then-graveled 41st Avenue to Granville Street, where connecting service took passengers to Downtown Vancouver.
Until 1929, when they merged to form the City of Vancouver, three municipalities, Vancouver, South Vancouver, and Point Grey, which included Kerrisdale, provided local government services. Point Grey Secondary School, founded in 1929, and the Point Grey Golf & Country Club recall those earlier days. The Kerrisdale Community Centre now occupies the block on which the Point Grey Municipal office once stood.
Kerrisdale Business Association
The West 41st Avenue businesses between Larch and Maple streets belong to the Kerrisdale Business Association. In all, about 250 businesses and property owners are members. Established in 1990, it is the oldest business association in Vancouver. Members fund general area maintenance and beautification, hiring a full-time gardener during summer months. The association employs for its properties a nighttime security force that operates during daytime hours as well in December.
Every September, association members elect a board of directors of about 25 individuals who then appoint executive officers. The full board meets on the first Wednesday of every month. Dedicated board members engage fully in committees on beautification, finance, marketing, parking, publicity, and security.
Information Links:
http://www.kerrisdalevillage.com/index.php
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/kerrisdale.aspx
http://www.kerrisdalecc.com
http://vancouver.ca/docs/planning/arbutus-ridge-kerrisdale-shaughnessy-arks-community-vision-full-report.pdf
An Association Casualty
Inevitably, there must be a downside to the steady rise in Kerrisdale property values. As an example, Thomas Hobbs opened a gift shop on West 41st Avenue near West Boulevard in the heart of the business association area in 1989 and operated it for 23 years until closing in December 2012. Hobbs said the gift shop was Vancouver’s “home store” for which he travelled to Italy and France for high-end merchandise artfully displayed behind his store windows. Hobbs lamented that most shoppers now seem to prefer big box stores over independent retailers.
Hobbs said the gift shop is not the only victim of Kerrisdale’s changing times. To make that point, his 2012 Halloween storefront display had tombstones etched with the names of other Kerrisdale independent businesses that have closed in recent years. Hobbs said annual rent on his retail space had increased tremendously to $120,000, half of which pays the landlord’s property tax. He estimated that he has paid millions of dollars in rent since opening the shop in 1989.
New Kerrisdale Live MLS Listings
Ups and Downs in Kerrisdale
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6248 BALACLAVA Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2487436
6248 BALACLAVA Street Vancouver V6N 1L6 
$8,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2487436
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 8,088 sq. ft.
Absolutely Gorgeous gated house, nestled onto a gorgeous 24000 sf private estate & was recently rebuilt from the studs, using all highest standards w/ exquisite fixtures & architectural details. It offers over 8088 sf of luxurious living space including grand entry w/ attractive chandelier, gourmet kit w/ family room open to the large deck, a 3000 sf bluestone pool deck w/ a salt water outdoor pool, a brand new cabana w/ sauna, waterfall & landscaped rear garden. Just steps to Crofton house, Kerrisdale Elementary & parks. Quick access to Kerrisdale Village, golf clubs, top schools, UBC, Richmond etc. More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6311 LARCH Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale in "Kerrisdale" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2530082
6311 LARCH Street Vancouver V6M 4E8
$6,538,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2530082
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,925 sq. ft.
Architect designed & custom built craftsman style 5 br, 7 bath home. Elegant modern floor plan w/ high, 10' ceilings, European oak hardwood floors & priv. office. Gourmet kitchen w/ spacious island opens to Famrm & covered Bbq deck. Sep. eating area w/ bay window seating plus rear entry hall w/ sliding barn door & ideal bench shoe storage & closet cubby's off back porch. Custom Nickels cabinets w/ soft close hdware & quartz counters plus SS Wolf & Subzero appliance pkg. 3 ensuite brms up w/ vaulted ceilings, W&D & lots of storage. Sunny, bright, Euroline windows throughout. Huge bsmt w/ 9'ceilings, recrm, media, laundry, storage & S/C 2 br, 2 bath suite w/ priv. laundry. Too many features to list. See Documents for more. Short walk to Kerr. shops, restaurants & routes to best schools & UBC More detailsListed by RE/MAX - Stuart Bonner - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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6450 CEDARHURST Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2533768
6450 CEDARHURST Street Vancouver V6N 1J1
$5,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2533768
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 3,307 sq. ft.
One of the largest lots available on the West Side! Located on one of the most Desirable streets. Situated among substantial homes, this lot offer great potential. Current residence is tenanted permitting an income flow while applying for permits etc. listed on the Heritage register, but can be demolished or redeveloped with available bonuses. See attachments More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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3270 W 39TH Avenue in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2537941
3270 W 39TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 3A1
$5,298,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2537941
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,137 sq. ft.
Executive house on beautiful tree-lined street in popular Kerrisdale neighbourhood offers best quality & unique features. Custom built home spacious & bright. 58' x 105' corner lot with a side lane. Definitely Quality is built into every details’. Engineered hardwood flooring thru-out. Large gourmet kitchen with high-end cabinetry & top-of-the-line Miele appliances. 4 ensuited bdrms upstairs. Basement includes 1 guest bdrm, media room, laundry, and 2-bedroom legal suite with its own kitchen, laundry & separate entrance. Great mortgage helper! New home warranty remaining. School Catchment:Kerrisdale Elementary and Point Grey Secondary. Steps to Crofton House. Close to St George’s. Book your private tour & let it be your dream home! More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty Premier - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6007 LARCH Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2517402
6007 LARCH Street Vancouver V6M 4E5
$4,389,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2517402
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 2,782 sq. ft.
The builder use the best materials, from flooring to window coverings. Door locks, kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets. More detailsListed by Amex - Fraseridge Realty - Aedis Realty
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2745 W 42ND Avenue in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2543610
2745 W 42ND Avenue Vancouver V6N 3G4
$3,998,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2543610
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,165 sq. ft.
Here is the stunning, custom built Kerrisdale home that will wow you! This 5-year-old home has been meticulously maintained and has the best designer finishings. Open concept living, 10 ft ceilings, huge covered back deck and all upper bedrooms have ensuites! This builder's own home has extra features that you have to see to appreciate! This expansive basement has a legal two bedroom suite as well as a media room and guest bedroom. This home has a fabulous, spacious floor plan and large outdoor entertaining area with an extra large north facing yard. Walking distance to the heart of Kerrisdale, you won’t be disappointed! In close proximity to Crofton House, York and Saint Georges Vancouver College. More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver - Aedis Realty
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5968 TRAFALGAR Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2546250
5968 TRAFALGAR Street Vancouver V6N 1C4
$3,988,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2546250
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,210 sq. ft.
Top quality built solid home in Prime Kerrisdale area on over 50x137' lot & 4210 sq ft of living space! 3 levels with 4 large bedrooms up all with their ensuites. Bright & functional layout on main w/spacious living & family room, large size den, wok & chef kitchen rarely used, walk-out patio to enjoy the well maintained & beautifully landscaped yard. Basement has a huge recreation room, theatre room, hobby room & 2 good size bedrooms, 2 full baths with sauna & steam shower. Also comes with AC and secured automated window panels. CLOSE TO POINT GREY SECONDARY SCHOOL, KERRISDALE ELEM, CROFTON, YORK HOUSE, ST. GEORGE'S PRIVATE SCHOOL, UBC, TRANSIT, SHOPPING. MUST SEE! More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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5595 MACKENZIE Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2544437
5595 MACKENZIE Street Vancouver V6N 1H1
$3,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2544437
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 3,048 sq. ft.
5595 Mackenzie Street is an exceptional multi-family development opportunity in Kerrisdale on an expansive 10,540 SQFT lot measuring 50’ x 211’. Three versatile development options include: 1) Approved Multiple Conversion Dwelling (MCD) + infill with 4 strata lots and nearly 8,400 SQFT sellable, 2) Option to build a brand new single family home, and 3) Build a multi-generational family duplex with over 7,000 buildable SQFT. Extremely private west facing rear yard on a level lot. Steps to Kerrisdale Elementary and minutes to Kerrisdale Village and Crofton House/St. George's private schools. Schedule your private appointment today. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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5389 LARCH Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2456109
5389 LARCH Street Vancouver V6M 4C7
$3,780,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2456109
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,244 sq. ft.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2016 W 48TH Avenue in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2544467
2016 W 48TH Avenue Vancouver V6M 2P3
$3,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2544467
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1,314 sq. ft.
Prime Kerrisdale Close to all best school Maple Grove & Magee schools. Ideal location with walking distance to nearby schools, Kerrisdale Village for your everyday needs, quick access to downtown Vancouver, golf course, parks, community centre, private schools .BUY now and build your dream home future. Act fast, won't last!! More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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