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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3836 W 21ST Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2790818
3836 W 21ST Avenue Vancouver V6S 1H4 
$2,928,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2790818
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,724 sq. ft.
Very livable house is located in desirable West of Dunbar area! Sitting on a beautiful 33 x 122 foot lot, southern facing back yard. Current home features over 2 ,700 square feet of living space with 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths. South facing backyard, on a high side of beautiful tree- lined street. Main floor has a bright living room with the kitchen and eating area opening up onto South facing deck and backyard. New roof and Updated laminate floor done in 2021. There is a suite in basement with newer laminate floor and updates bathroom. Good mortgage helper. Located close to St Georgia's School, Dunbar shopping, Queen Elizabeth Elementary, Lord Byng Secondary, and Pacific Spirit Park. Call today to book your private showing. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3432 W 22ND Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2861451
3432 W 22ND Avenue Vancouver V6S 1J2
$2,890,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2861451
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,580 sq. ft.
This Dunbar 3-level home, nestled on a serene tree-lined street, underwent a major renovation in 2010, encompassing all water piping and electrical wiring upgraded to a 200amp circuit. The roof, a mere 2 years old, ensures reliability. The main level boasts exquisite solid oak hardwood floors and an open kitchen with a south facing eating area. With 3 bedrooms on both the main and upper levels, and an additional 3 bedrooms in the basement. There's ample space for comfortable living. Revel in the seclusion of the mature garden, basking in sunlight in the south facing rear yard. Situated just a few blocks from Pacific Spirit Park. Dunbar shops, Kitchener Elementary, Lord Byng Secondary and multiple transit options. convenience abounds. Seize the opportunity! More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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3930 W 21ST Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2864764
3930 W 21ST Avenue Vancouver V6S 1H6
$2,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2864764
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,086 sq. ft.
Rare opportunity to own this charming home on a 33x122 (4,026 SF) flat lot in Vancouver Westside’s highly coveted Dunbar neighbourhood. Located on a quiet tree-lined street in Vancouver’s most sought-after school catchment – minutes to Lord Byng Secondary, St. George’s & West Point Grey Academy private schools, Queen Elizabeth Elementary, and UBC. This 6 Bed + 3 Bath home features over 2,000 SF of bright, spacious interiors with an excellent layout and private backyard with southern exposure. Desirable location close to transit, golf, parks, and shopping, with easy access to Downtown. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Properties - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3569 W KING EDWARD Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale in "DUNBAR" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2860517
3569 W KING EDWARD Avenue Vancouver V6S 1M4
$2,850,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2860517
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,447 sq. ft.
Great Family Home in the Heart of Dunbar. Renovated six bedroom home, including a three bedroom self-contained garden suite. Updated kitchens, bathrooms, clean and bright in move in condition. Future development and investment potential. Redevelop and custom design your own new dream home, a new Duplex or Multifamily project. Enjoy it now and Hold for the future with possibilities of land assembly with your neighbors. Easy access to transit, shopping and restaurants and services on the Dunbar Highstreet. Close to UBC, the best private and public schools on the Westside and a short drive to Downtown, the airport, the beach, the New Oakridge Park, Kerrisdale and Kits. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Real Estate Services and RE/MAX Andrew Hasman - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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402 3636 W 39TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar Condo for sale in "Dunbar at 39th" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2866647
402 3636 W 39TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 0E8
$2,799,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2866647
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,403 sq. ft.
Welcome to Dunbar at 39th by Wesgroup. Designed by Taizo Yamamoto, this concrete boutique building offers 29 beautifully designed 1, 2 & 3 bedroom homes & City Homes. Penthouse 402 offers 1,403 SF with 2 Bedrooms + Flex space, 2.5 bath and features 1,194 SF of outdoor space (Rooftop deck + 2 balconies)! Roof deck includes a hot tub and outdoor BBQ kitchen! Sub Zero & Wolf integrated appliances w/gas stove, wine fridge, hardwood floors throughout, quartz countertops, 9 ft. ceilings, forced air heating and cooling, full size W/D, custom closets w/millwork, & motorized blinds. Amenities include front desk concierge service & rooftop patio area equipped with outdoor bbq & kitchen, seating & dining areas. MOVE IN READY! CALL TO BOOK A PRIVATE APPOINTMENT TODAY! LIMITED TIME BUYERS INCENTIVES! More detailsListed by Wesgroup Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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