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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2709 W 49TH Avenue in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2679279
2709 W 49TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 3S5 
$10,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2679279
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 9,612 sq. ft.
South facing custom built Kerrisdale home with over 9,600 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.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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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
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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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
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2832 W 44TH Avenue in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2689325
2832 W 44TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 3K2
$8,288,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2689325
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,741 sq. ft.
Dreamy Tudor style home in desirable neighborhood Kerrisdale, is filled w/ stylish furnishings & technology. Unique style is fresh designed w/ bold details & materials. Luxuriously appointed features throughout. Bright & airy living spaces that are stylishly designed for family living & entertaining. Living, dining & kitchen area features large doors that opens out to a spacious backyard, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Kitchen features a marble waterfall island, appliance package Miele/wolf & custom cabinetry. 4 ensuited bdrms upstairs. The basement is an entertainer’s delight with such features as a recreation room with wet bar/ temperature control wine cellar, media room, 2 bdrms & sauna room. Charming details both indoors & outdoor to create a home that is ideal for family living! More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6237 CARNARVON Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2676838
6237 CARNARVON Street Vancouver V6N 1K2
$8,280,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2676838
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 7,809 sq. ft.
BEST STREET, BEST PROPERTY, BEST NEIGHBORHOOD, WITH A RENOVATED, RESORT QUALITY HOME FEATURING AMENITIES SECOND TO NONE. Over 8,000 sq.ft. of entertainment-sized rooms, custom mill work, sweeping staircases and a gourmet chef's kitchen designed with the utmost care and attention to detail. The Master Bedroom/Lounge has it's own fireplace and spa-quality his and hers ensuite. There are three additional bedrooms on the upper level in addition to two full bathrooms. The lower level is an indoor pool/spa that is reminiscent of a fine hotel with wetbar, sauna, fitness room, billiard room and his/her change rooms. Stepping outside the glass doors reveals 16,000sf of lush, thoughfully manicured gardens with private western exposure. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6996 LABURNUM Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2691940
6996 LABURNUM Street Vancouver V6P 5M9
$6,980,000Residential 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
- 604-688-8669
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2677 W 43RD Avenue in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2703817
2677 W 43RD Avenue Vancouver V6N 3H8
$6,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2703817
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,140 sq. ft.
Luxurious living with top notch materials and craftsmanship custom home in prestigious Kerrisdale area. NO expense was spared! situated on tranquil tree-lined street and south facing 5920 sf lot w/ 6 beds +6.5 baths. Gorgeous millwork, elegant staircase and very functional floor plan. This beautiful home features 4 spacious Bedrooms upstairs with all ensuite bathrooms; main floor includes huge gourmet kitchen & high- end cabinetry & top of line appliances,huge island, formal dining area, elegant living room and cozy bright family room ; basement is your entertainment paradise and it also offers a good sized 2 beds! STEAM BATH, SAUNA, HOME SMART SECURITY SYSTEM, RADIANT FLOOR HEAT, A/C, HRV.Short walking distance to Kerrisdale shopping and community center. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty Premier - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6487 MCCLEERY Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2672459
6487 MCCLEERY Street Vancouver V6N 1G5
$6,788,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2672459
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,702 sq. ft.
House of BLING! Extravagant, luxurious and grand. Sits on a beautifully landscaped 10873 sqft corner property in Kerrisdale, close to 6000 sqft of living space. Top qualities and features: Versace wall coverings, Italian faux painting, marble tile foyer, crystal chandeliers full of sparkles, spiral staircase w/elegant ironworks, top of the line appliances in both main and wok kitchens. 4 bedrooms up all with ensuite bathrooms. Garden level basement features huge recreation room with wet bar, games room, media room, 2 ensuite bedrooms, steam/sauna room, rough in ready for a suite. This home is equipped with A/C, radiant, security system, balance of NHW, etc. 5 minute drive to Crofton House, golf courses, Kerrisdale shopping, Magee Secondary, community center, retails etc. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6284 CEDARHURST Street in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2685206
6284 CEDARHURST Street Vancouver V6N 1H8
$6,200,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2685206
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 4,370 sq. ft.
A rare find charming family home with a perfect balance of privacy & beauty. Completely rebuilt in 1998 with quality & taste situated on a south facing corner lot in one of Vancouver's prettiest neighbourhoods. Luxurious updates throughout & impressive gardens with mature landscaping with appeal to the most discerning buyers. Magnificent 4,300 sq ft living area on 3 levels with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a Tudor-inspired home office & a gym room. Walking distance to Crofton House - one of the best private schools in the Lower Mainland. Easy access to UBC. St George's Kerrisdale schools & shopping. Showing by appointment only. More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6463 BALSAM Place in Vancouver: Kerrisdale House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2675204
6463 BALSAM Place Vancouver V6M 4L9
$5,999,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2675204
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 6,135 sq. ft.
This lot is enormous - 77.7x140.7'!! Custom built home in a quiet cul-de-sac located in the prestige Kerrisdale area. Large lot 10,860sf, with 6 bedrooms , 7 baths, total 6135sf. Features Extensive use of marble, granite, wood, solid maple door, quality finishing. Feature Radiant heat, A/C, home theatre, indoor pool, sauna, steam shower, wet bar in the basement, enable year round recreational activities and relaxation.Electronic security gate access to the 4 car-garage in the rear and more. Great and quiet neightbourhood. Close to Crofton House, McGee, Secondary & Maple Grove Elementary School. Steps to Kerrisdale shopping area & Community Centre. A must see! More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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