West Vancouver
West Vancouver on the North Shore
The Canadian City of West Vancouver in the Province of British Columbia is a member municipality of Metro Vancouver, the Greater Vancouver Regional District Government. West Vancouver is northwest of the City of Vancouver on the north shore of English Bay and adjoins the municipality of North Vancouver across the Capilano River to the east where the Lions Gate Bridge over the Burrard Inlet connects both North and West Vancouver to Vancouver to the south.
The 2011 Census reported a West Vancouver population of 42,694, virtually unchanged from 42,131 in 2006, 22 percent aged 65 or older compared to 13 percent for the remainder of the province. What Canadians call “visible minorities,” mostly Asian, also account for 22 percent.
History
Captain George Vancouver and his crew from HMS Discovery were the first Europeans to chart Burrard Inlet in June 1792. Many more Europeans came in the mid-19th Century Fraser River Gold Rush, and by the 1860s large-scale logging operations were underway on the North Shore.
In 1909 the West Vancouver Transportation Company formed to operate regular ferry service across the inlet to Vancouver Harbour, in 1911 the Presbyterian Church at Dundarave established the first primary school in West Vancouver, and in 1912 West Vancouver separated from North Vancouver and incorporated as a municipality of about 1,500 citizens. In November 1938, the Lions Gate Bridge opened, and extensive population growth followed in the community previously accessible from Vancouver by ferry only. Some West Vancouver homes date to the 1920s and ’30s, but most are from the 1970s on.
Transportation
Transit and transport services are important to this relatively remote part of Metro Vancouver. The Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal at the western starting point of the Trans-Canada Highway is a main connection between the mainland and Vancouver Island. The Trans-Canada Highway continues east from Horseshoe Bay through West Vancouver into North Vancouver, over the Second Narrows Bridge through Eastside Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and points east to Atlantic Canada. Highway 99 runs concurrently with the Trans-Canada Highway as far as Taylor Way, where it diverges to the south and crosses the Lions Gate Bridge into Vancouver, Richmond, Delta, and points south to the USA.
The TransLink SkyTrain, the Metro Vancouver rail transit system, has not reached West Vancouver, but the Blue Bus, which began in 1912 and claims to be North America’s oldest municipal system in continuous operation, is part of the TransLink network under the ownership of the municipality. Blue Bus is one of two such contracting bus companies in Metro Vancouver; transfers are free between Blue Buses and other TransLink buses.
Information Links:
http://www.westvanchamber.com
http://westvancouver.ca/
http://westvancouver.ca/parks-recreation
http://westvancouver.ca/government/bylaws-strategies-reports/strategies-plans/official-community-plan
Park Royal Shopping Centre
On Marine Drive, West Vancouver’s main commercial drag, near the Lions Gate Bridge to Vancouver, the Park Royal Shopping Centre was Canada’s first in 1950. Enclosed in 1962 and expanded in 1978 and 2013, this mall of several department stores and hundreds of retailers large and small is a major regional Blue Bus and TransLink terminal.
Recreation
West Vancouver has an 18-hole golf course, a pool, an ice rink, basketball and tennis courts, skateboard zones, and numerous landscaped public parks. Cypress Provincial Park, a 2010 Winter Olympics venue mostly within municipal limits, has mountain biking trails and a large ski/snowboard facility. Cypress Mountain became popular with skiers and mountain cyclists in the 1970s and 1980s. Whytecliff Park near Horseshoe Bay is one of the best places in Western Canada for scuba diving.
New West Vancouver Live MLS Listings
West Vancouver on the North Shore
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730 FAIRMILE Road in West Vancouver: British Properties House for sale : MLS®# R2811512
730 FAIRMILE Road West Vancouver V7S 1R2 
$35,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2811512
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 11
- Floor Area:
- 14,759 sq. ft.
British Properties Estate newly completed, private, amazing city, mountain & harbour views on .636 acre & 14,759 SF on 4 levels. Dual foyer staircases, living/dining areas w/limestone & marble FP, gourmet kitch, quartzite counters, Miele & Sub-Zero appls, bkfst bar & EA, prep kitch, pantry & adj family rm w/limestone & quartzite FP, secondary master, heated terrace, lounge & pool. Mezzanine leads to kid’s lounge/study, laundry, 4 ensuited bedrms w/walk-ins, main master w/walk-in, ensuite, office & 2 priv terraces. Down incl wet bar, lounge & wine rm, exercise, media/theatre, rec-games rm & nanny’s rm, bath w/sauna & steam rm & add’l guest rm, ½-size indoor bsktball court &/or ballet studio, walkway to indoor pool. Elevator, heated drive, Crestron, AC, HRV & 4-car garage. Beyond impressive! More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty - Jason Soprovich and Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1123 CRESTLINE Road in West Vancouver: British Properties House for sale : MLS®# R2787916
1123 CRESTLINE Road West Vancouver V7S 2E3
$23,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2787916
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 9
- Floor Area:
- 10,517 sq. ft.
Crestline Chateau, situated in the esteemed British Properties of West Van, is an extraordinary modern estate. This architectural masterpiece expertly combines timeless Italian sophistication with contemporary design, resulting in a home that showcases meticulous craftsmanship. Designed by renowned architect Marque Thompson and executed by BFJ Designs, every detail exudes grandeur. From the exquisite Italian marble floor to the custom Fendi kitchen and luxurious bedrooms, this home offers a wealth of amenities. With so many amenities, including a Turkish Hamman-style steam room, it provides unparalleled comfort and entertainment. The outdoor space seamlessly blends with the landscaped grounds, featuring an outdoor pool and captivating vistas! More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty and Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3120 TRAVERS Avenue in West Vancouver: West Bay House for sale : MLS®# R2814832
3120 TRAVERS Avenue West Vancouver V7V 1G3
$19,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2814832
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 7,601 sq. ft.
One of the most desirable Waterfront properties in West Vancouver, and an opportunity to renovate or rebuild on this magnificent lot! Experience the quintessential northwest coast lifestyle. On a level property enjoy the unobstructed panoramic water view offering over 22,000 Sq. Ft. with 83 Ft. of ocean frontage. A Waterfront property like this is rarely available. The existing residence, a creation by the renowned Jack Poole, is a testament to luxury and refinement. A colossal 7,065 Sq. Ft. manor, complemented by a charming 1,368 Sq. Ft. guest house, seamlessly blends with the landscape. Expansive, meticulously designed patios totaling over 2,800 Sq. Ft. grace the property, complete with inground pool and a rejuvenating sauna. A south facing waterfront property like this rarely available and a once in a generation opportunity! Please do not walk on property. Don’t miss this truly fine offering! Call for private viewing! More detailsListed by VIRANI REAL ESTATE ADVISORS - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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166 28TH Street in West Vancouver: Dundarave House for sale : MLS®# R2800231
166 28TH Street West Vancouver V7V 4L5
$19,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2800231
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 5,933 sq. ft.
World class waterfront modern masterpiece designed by renowned architect Brad Lamoureus. Reconstructed 2015 on original foundation. This Sensational luxury residence is situated on a 12,309 sqft private estate along West Vancouver's most prized shoreline, Dundarave 2800 block Bellevue Ave. A truly beachfront lifestyle on three spacious levels, 6 bdrms, 6,000 sqft of exquisite luxury & design enjoy panoramic views of the Ocean, City & Shoreline. Built to exacting standards, an impeccable choice of quality materials providing this incredible indr outdr living w/ large ocean-side terraces, resort style swimming pool & beach access. Beautiful lush gardens, it seamlessly blends the landscape w/ bamboo forest, rocks & red maples. European kitchen w/ Gaggenau appls, prep kitchen, sun rm, surround sound sys, glass elevator, Control 4, A/C & video security, theatre, secured safe-rm & more! Minutes to Dundarave Village & Downtown Vancouver! Rare opportunity to acquire one of Vancouver’s premier waterfront properties. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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770 GREENWOOD Road in West Vancouver: British Properties House for sale : MLS®# R2814357
770 GREENWOOD Road West Vancouver V7S 1X7
$18,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2814357
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 9,439 sq. ft.
This WORLD CLASS CONCRETE MODERN art piece has been designed with youthful spirit while rooted in sophistication. Architecturally conceived by Frits de Vries Architects of Vancouver, this almost 10,000 square feet of URBAN TRANQUILITY is leading today's modern movement. UPON entering the home, the quality and style is SIMPLY INCREDIBLE as the 5 x 10 main door that was custom made to perfection with perfectly concealed hinges with grass Bronze Metal Panels from Italy with Champaign Metal Inlay simply gives you a attention to detail example of the INCREDIBLE QUALITY built by one of West Vancouver finest builders — Primehood Homes!! In the making for almost 5 years, this home is a SHOW STOPPER with an VERY IMPRESSIVE PRIMARY BEDROOM that has STUNNING VIEWS OF DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER. One of the nicest downstairs of any home currently in West Vancouver which makes one feel like you are in your own 6 STAR BOUTIQUE HOTEL. 3 car garage that has the potential of having 6 spots inside. More detailsListed by The Partners Real Estate - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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