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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6330 MACDONALD Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2747643
6330 MACDONALD Street Vancouver V6N 1E6 
$26,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2747643
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 10
- Floor Area:
- 9,070 sq. ft.
ABSOLUTELY WORLD CLASS DREAM HOME! RARE FIND THIS CONTEMPORARY MODERN STYLE SOLID MANSION STUNNING ON HALF ACRE LAND, LOCATED IN THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS PRIME KERRISDALE AREA! Truly once a life time to own this AWARD WINNING ARCHTECTURAL MASTERPIECE BY FAMOUS ARCHITECT. ALMOST 10,000 SF ORIENTAL SERENITY LIVING SPACE WITH SOPHISTICATED INTERIOR. DRAMATIC FEATURES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING VAULTED CEILINGS AND CUSTOM GLASS. Features including central air conditioning, swimming pool, Radiant heating system, alarm system, sauna hot tub, steam shower & outdoor BBQ, Guest suite. THE BUILDING COST OVER 12 MILLION(WITH INSURANCE ESTIMATED VALUE, PLEASE DISREGARDS BC ASSESSMENT) AND IT TOOK FOUR YEARS TO BUILD WITH ALL TOP MATERIAL AND CRAFTMAN, CUSTOM INTERIOR DESIGN! Truly a "PIECE OF ART" LUXURY HOME! More detailsListed by LDG Realty
- Aedis Realty
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6380 MACDONALD Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2731284
6380 MACDONALD Street Vancouver V6N 1E6
$15,000,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2731284
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 7,180 sq. ft.
Winner’s trophy, this extremely private and very rare 1/2 acre property is located in the most prime section of Kerrisdale. Features palatial Estate boasts jaw-dropping English garden with massive lawns, oversized pool, a private park. The home has been constructed with the most exquisite taste showcasing rare and decadent materials with stunning light exposure throughout. The main house features a grand Georgian character outlook, generously large dining room, office/study, a family room with stone fireplace leading to outdoor park and pool area. Master suite with massive closet, picture-like view. 4 other family bedrooms including the 4th bedroom suite on the 3rd level. A guest room with ensuite in lower lever. Close to McCleery Golf Course, Crofton House School and UBC... More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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6171 SOUTHLANDS Place in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2663075
6171 SOUTHLANDS Place Vancouver V6N 1M9
$8,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2663075
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 8,193 sq. ft.
An exclusive 18,961 square feet development opportunity with side by side lots on a quiet, private cul-de-sac off Balaclava on Southlands Place. Easy access to best schools and UBC. Bring your best dreams to develop this rare opportunity in an exclusive enclave. House is in original condition and sold " as is where is" and offered below assessment at $8,500,000. Owner has requested a one year rent back while your plans are developed. Permission required to walk on property. Please call agent. No sign by owner's request. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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6171 SOUTHLANDS Place in Vancouver: Kerrisdale Land for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2674691
6171 SOUTHLANDS Place Vancouver V6M 3Y5
$8,500,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2674691
An exclusive 18,961 sf development opportunity with side by side lots on a quiet, private cul-de sac off Balaclava on Southlands Place. Easy access to best schools & UBC. Bring your best dreams to develop this rare opportunity in an exclusive enclave. House is in original condition and sold " as is where is". Property offered below assessment at $8,500,000. Owner has requested a one year rent back while your plans are developed. Permission required to walk on property. Please contact listing agent. No sign by owner's request. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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2709 W 49TH Avenue in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2745231
2709 W 49TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 3S5
$8,490,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2745231
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 9,347 sq. ft.
South facing custom built Kerrisdale home of over 9,300 square feet. previous owner spent over $600k to renovate back in 2015, this home is quality through & through. Beautiful half acre private property (89 x 255 feet) with high ceiling foryer, exquiste crown moulding&Coffer top ceilings.Practical indoor swimming pool&hot tub suits Vancouver lifestyle. Private park like garden with lots of space for kids to play. Very functional layout for family living and/or entertaining. Spacious principal rooms including an oversized kitchen/family room overlooking the backyard oasis. Top floor features 4 bedrooms/4 bathrooms including a generous sized master retreat with spa-like ensuite. Lower level is an ideal entertainment space with media room, gym, sauna and guest room. Just move in and enjoy. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. and Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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6450 CEDARHURST Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2762420
6450 CEDARHURST Street Vancouver V6N 1J1
$8,000,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2762420
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 3,307 sq. ft.
Builder alert! Rare find of a 6 detached units project ready for presale in Kerrisdale. One main house at 3400 ft2 plus 5 smaller house at 1800-2000 ft2 each. This project fills the void market in Vancouver between townhome and single family. Total buildable 13035 Ft2. Best thing, DP about ready, can start preselling anytime. No cac and no underground parking ( huge cost saving ) . Each housing also come with its own private garage with 1-2 parking stalls. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty Westmar - Aedis Realty
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6507 MAPLE Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2713507
6507 MAPLE Street Vancouver V6P 5P1
$8,000,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2713507
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 5,463 sq. ft.
Developer & Investor Alerts -Vancouver Secured Rental Program Land Assembly, Located at Kerrisidale Central Education Point, right beside Crofton House School, 10 mins to UBC, Point Grey and St. George Secondary. Do not miss the development opportunity for this over 20,960 sf. Lot. The project got potential for a 4-6 story rental housing development. The neighbour properties also show interest in selling as a land assembly project. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
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2867 W 44TH Avenue in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2706404
2867 W 44TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 3K1
$7,288,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2706404
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,387 sq. ft.
Truly stunning luxury custom home in prestigious Kerrisdale area, situated on tranquil tree-lined street and a flat south facing 7,920 sf lot w/ 6 beds +7 baths. Amazing craftsmanship throughout. Functional layout featuring tons of details. This beautiful home features 4 spacious Bedrooms upstairs with all ensuite bathrooms; main floor includes a formal dining area, a wok kitchen, elegant living room and cozy bright family room; basement is your entertainment paradise featuring large rec room, wine cellar, media room etc. Move in and enjoy your dream life. OPEN HOUSE: 2~4PM (Sat) Mar 11. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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6996 LABURNUM Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2691940
6996 LABURNUM Street Vancouver V6P 5M9
$6,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2691940
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,382 sq. ft.
Truly glamorous mansion with full attention to details in craftsmanship & finishing. This 5382 SF 7 bed, 7 baths home is on a huge 75x130 (9685) SF lot that is located in the heart of Kerrisdale. Glorious Entrance w/high ceiling Lvg, Dining & Family rm, spacious office with extra E/S bed on main floor. 4 generous size ensuite beds on upper level. Master bedroom has huge balcony with distant view of the water & beautiful sunset. Entertaining sized open kit w/high-end cabinetry & top of line appls, radiant flr heat, A/C, HRV, wok kit, gym, HOME THEATRE, I/D POOL, SAUNA, STEAM & BATH. New paint in the basement last year. Top School catchment-Maple Grove Elementary and Magee Secondary, Crofton House and St. George's. Close to UBC, public transit, downtown. More detailsListed by Optim Pacific Realty - Aedis Realty
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6311 LARCH Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2750297
6311 LARCH Street Vancouver V6M 4E8
$6,498,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2750297
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,925 sq. ft.
A Westside masterpiece! Architect designed & custom-built w/ no detail overlooked. This nearly 5000sf Craftsman modern feat. 5 beds, 7 baths is the perfect family home situated on a 66x135' corner lot in the heart of Kerrisdale. The spacious main floor offers 10' ceilings, European oak floors, office, generous family & dining rooms, & a chef's kitchen w/ Nickels cabinetry, Wolf & SubZero appliances, & large island. Upstairs offers three large bedrooms, each ensuited including an oversized master bedroom w/ large WIC & spa-like ensuite. The lower level provides a large rec room, media room & a self-contained two-bed suite, perfect for family, nanny or rental income. The detached two garage & large driveway provide plenty of room for all your family's cars & toys. Custom features include hand-built roof, 3" thick fir fascia boards, architectural concrete, Euroline windows, extensive stonework, C4 automation, security system & much more. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Properties - Aedis Realty
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