The Sweet Life in Point Grey
Point Grey at a Glance
The Point Grey neighbourhood of the Canadian City of Vancouver, British Columbia, faces English Bay to the north, abuts the University Endowment Lands at the end of the Burrard Peninsula to the west, and extends to 16th Avenue to the south and to Alma Street to the east. Most of the northern border on the ocean bay is parkland and beach shoreline with steep slopes down to the water at Locarno Beach and the Spanish Banks.
Resident population within that defined area is just under 12,000. In Point Grey, the top five ethnic cohorts, as in Metro Vancouver, are English, Scottish, Canadian, Irish, and Chinese but proportionally more English and Scottish and fewer Chinese. Languages in order of prevalence are English, Chinese, German, Greek, Japanese, and Dutch with relatively fewer numbers of Chinese and Punjabi speakers than the Metro Vancouver average. The $105,404 average household income compares to $64,889 for the City of Vancouver and $68,853 for Metro Vancouver. The $950,000+ average house sale price is significantly higher than the Vancouver average generally. There is no nonmarket housing within or near Point Grey.
Business Opportunities and Transportation Resources
The main commercial area of shops and services is in the Point Grey Village Business Improvement Association area between Tolmie and Discovery streets along West 10th Avenue. The association says commercial businesses catering to affluent professionals will find a profitable market in the Point Grey Village area, where zoning accommodates all sorts of goods and services in a central neighbourhood location also close to the growing University of British Columbia (UBC) residential area, where there is significant opportunity for businesses to take advantage of this expanding market segment.
No rail transit reaches Point Grey, but there is plenty of street parking to make the Point Grey Village merchants easily accessible by vehicle. Frequent bus service along Routes ##7, 9, and 17 and night service routes between Downtown and Dunbar and UBC operate along 10th Avenue and Alma Street. The 99-B Route is a convenient service to Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver Community College, and the SkyTrain Expo and Millennium lines.
Point Grey Fiesta
The annual Point Grey Fiesta began in 1986, Vancouver’s centennial year, which coincided with the Expo ’86 world’s fair, when a small group of Point Grey organizers formed the Point Grey Fiesta Committee. The festivities formally start the summer with a Saturday morning parade on West 10th Avenue and continue the weekend celebration with stage performances and exhibitions in Trimble Park, where carnival rides, contests, and games continue from Friday to Sunday. The volunteer members of the Point Grey Fiesta Committee plan and oversee the activities and attractions with care as a financially self-sustaining but nonprofit annual neighbourhood community event that brings together 
social and business groups with visitors and day-trippers for a day of community fun and frolic. The fiesta is a village celebration with a small-town parade, amateur stage performances, and a carnival.
Information Links:
http://www.shopwestbway.com/
http://pointgreyvillage.com/
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/point-grey.aspx
http://www.westpointgrey.org
http://vancouver.ca/docs/planning/west-point-grey-community-vision-full-report.pdf
New Point Grey Live MLS Listings
The Sweet Life in Point Grey, Vancouver, BC
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4838 BELMONT Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2829500
4838 BELMONT Avenue Vancouver V6T 1A9 
$55,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2829500
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 12,410 sq. ft.
This beautiful residence in famous Point Grey features exceptional craftsmanship, luxury materials, and impressively finished finishings. Over 12,000 square feet of living space on Main features an Italian marble floor. A grand entrance with an elevator and a magnificent staircase. Chef kitchen with marble counter, wok kitchen, and eating area. Open-concept living, dining, and family rooms with access to a 1,404 sqft patio. A big master bedroom with a large Italian walk-in closet, marble bathtub are among the 6 well-appointed bedrooms. The lower level has a video room, living space, wet bar, wine cellar, gym, and I/D pool. A large rooftop deck with a fireplace to enjoy the magnificent views of the ocean, mountains, and city. Lush landscaping, 2 garages, A/C, and much more. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty and Macdonald Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4788 BELMONT Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2716382
4788 BELMONT Avenue Vancouver V6T 1A9
$33,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2716382
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 11
- Floor Area:
- 10,548 sq. ft.
Perched high above the most prestigious street, this luxurious gated mansion commands sweeping views of both the water & mountains. The grand foyer with a double circular staircase, lavish use of Italian marble & custom millwork. Over 10,500 sq ft of grandeur living featuring 7 bdrms & 11 baths. LR & DR areas have outdoor terraces wiith stunning water views. This bespoke home has every luxurious amenity one can dream of:Resort-style indoor swimming pool & spa, gourmet kitchen, ent. room, PH zen room, karaoke room, theatre room, etc. The interior offers an unparalleled blend of classic European architecture & modern elegance. Exquisite design & material & quality craftmanship is apparent throughout this home. Close proximity to Spanish Banks, Jericho Beach, UBC, & the best school catchments More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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1784 DRUMMOND Drive in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale in "Drummond Drive" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2745992
1784 DRUMMOND Drive Vancouver V6T 1B6
$21,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2745992
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
Prime Point Grey location! One of the biggest lots in Point Grey, over 75,000 s.f of land. Very quiet and private settings perfect to build your dream home with amazing views of the water and the north shore mountains. Building permit & development permit approved and obtained by the city to build a contemporary, concrete and glass home, designed by the award winning architects. Located just steps to the beach, close to UBC, and all of Point Grey amenities. School catchment: Queen Mary Elementary & Lord Byng Secondary. Call us for more details and information package. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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1611 DRUMMOND Drive in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2729300
1611 DRUMMOND Drive Vancouver V6T 1B7
$18,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2729300
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 6,977 sq. ft.
Rare opportunity to own this stunning estate-sized property over 1.3 acres on prestigious Drummond Drive with beautiful ocean & Mountain views. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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4777 W 2ND Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2769093
4777 W 2ND Avenue Vancouver V6T 1C1
$13,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2769093
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 8,218 sq. ft.
Welcome to this world-class property in prestigious West Point Grey. One of the last large lots at 38,717 sf (104 X 372.28) w/ circular driveway, private tennis court & lane access. Enjoy beautiful mountain, water & city views from this 6 Bed, 5 Bath house with approximately 8,000 sf, large workshop & indoor pool. Value mainly on the land but the house is tenanted, can rent out while designing your new dream home. Exclusive location just steps to Spanish Banks Beach & Jericho Sailing Center & Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, easy access to shopping, golf courses, UBC & Downtown. Close to BC's Top Public & Private Schools including Queen Mary, Lord Byng Secondary, West Point Grey Academy, St George's, Crofton & York House. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Westside - Aedis Realty
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4749 W 2ND Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2795265
4749 W 2ND Avenue Vancouver V6T 1C1
$13,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2795265
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 5,615 sq. ft.
Partial ocean & North Shore mountain views in Point Grey, only a few blocks from Spanish Banks, Locarno Beach, Royal Van Yacht Club, golf clubs & Jericho Hill Centre. Excellent schools nearby include: Queen Mary Elementary, West Point Grey Academy, St George's & Lord Byng Secondary. Quick access to UBC, W 4th shopping, Broadway corridor with services & retail shops. Floor plan of new house is already ready and build an amazing dream home with amazing views! Don't miss this golden opportunity! Open house: Dec 9, 2-4pm. More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - Aedis Realty
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4606 W 3RD Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2801668
4606 W 3RD Avenue Vancouver V6R 1N4
$13,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2801668
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,064 sq. ft.
Unparalleled Views from all 4 levels for ever! This stunning and solid property is Located in Vancouver’s best Point Grey neighborhood, Perched high up on the SW corner of Tolmie and 3rd Ave, one of the most spectacular view properties in the city. Large 9272 sf property with over 82 sf Frontage and a flat backyard offers excellent protected views of the ocean, Spanish banks, NS Mountains and Downtown from ALL 3 levels. Custom and proudly built Home By Valentino with very excellent quality, top class materials and exceptional workmanship presents 5 en-suite bed, 7 bath residence with multifunction of theater, wine cellar, sauna, steam shower, 2 master rooms, roof patio, etc. School: Queen Mary Elementary & Lord Byng Secondary. Showing by appointment only. More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - Aedis Realty
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4688 W 3RD Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2778735
4688 W 3RD Avenue Vancouver V6R 1N4
$13,690,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2778735
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,926 sq. ft.
AN EXTREMELY RARE opportunity to own this luxurious residence home. Nestled in the most prestigious seaside neighborhood of POINT GREY in Vancouver Westside, we are here to present you a custom built 5900 SQFT home designed by top architect Ben Ling with meticulous craftsmanship. Featuring 5 private bedrooms with en-suites including a master getaway with a vista view of Downtown, Mountains and Water, the home satisfies all of your luxury needs, featuring car garage, grand indoor pool, rec/game room, wine room, and a quiet get-together tea room with MaJiang table, as well we outdoor needs with a built-in south-facing professionally-landscaped Japanese Zen Garden. Don't miss such a great opportunity to call this home! More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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4651 SIMPSON Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2814075
4651 SIMPSON Avenue Vancouver V6R 1C2
$12,580,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2814075
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 5,283 sq. ft.
Located in Point Grey, step away to Locarno Beach, sitting on a 9000(60 x 150) sqft lot. This spectacular home offers 5283 sqft of spacious floor plan with attention to detail throughout. Total of 5 bedrooms and 6 full bath/ 2 half bath. Second floor has three ensuites bedrooms, north facing master bedroom with beautiful mountain, water and city view. Den on the main floor includes a full bath which can be turn into a bedroom. Functional layout, H/W flooring, wok kitchen comes with high end appliances, HRV, A/C. Basement with home theatre, huge recreation room & 2 guest bedrooms. 3 car garage. School catchment: Queen Mary Elementary & Lord Byng Secondary. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4756 DRUMMOND Drive in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2816118
4756 DRUMMOND Drive Vancouver V6T 1B4
$11,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2816118
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,446 sq. ft.
Nestled in a peaceful enclave of Drummond Drive, gracefully distanced from Golf Club, this exquisite residence captivates with its commanding position at Point Grey Area. View of water and mountain. Excellent location with huge lot, 37,173 sf very private park-like property. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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