Vancouver Real Estate Blog

Townhomes In Vancouver's Real Estate Market Have Risen 38%

Townhouses have been on the rise since December. It is not due to their popularity but a slow down in sales. To be precise a 40% reduction in home sales for townhouses to be pricise.

Homes have stayed constant with regards to the level of homes coming into the market for sale. The graph shows a perfect line heading up. That's exactly what Mitchell Mingie of Re/Max Crest Westside predicts for this category of home. "With constant inventory coming in every month and sales decreasing the obvious is a large inventory of willing sellers trying to sell their homes".

Vancouver Apartments - Real Estate Market - The Gradual Slow Down Is Ahead Of Us

Inventory of apartments in Vancouver have been steadily rising since December when we had about 1350 homes on the market. Over the months that number has grown to 2100 apartments for sale in April.

 Sales for these homes have dropped by over 20%. "I predict that the number of homes on the market will keep increasing as sales will slow down". "This summer I believe will be one of the quietest on record" says Mitchell Mingie for all types of properties.

Pre - Home Inspection Before Putting Your Home On The Market - The Advantage Becomes The Seller In A Buyers Market

10 Advantages for Sellers to Have a Home Inspection:

1.   Eliminate unforseen problems and future headaches. 2.   The inspection report provides a third-party, unbiased opinion of your property to offer potential buyers. 3.   The inspection will alert you to items of immediate concern, such as safety items, and major repairs prior to listing. 4.   The inspection report can help you realistically price your home as you may have found major issues with the home. So when pricing some consideration regarding the true condition of the home can be evaluated. 5.    A pre-listing inspection reveals problems ahead of time and if repaired, the home will show better and most important, when an offer does come in and there is an inspection, the home owners can rest knowing that everything is covered. Plus as a big bonus which most people never realize is the once accepted offer will not be re-opened for a much lower price because of what was found during the inspection or the buyers will walk away. 6.    The inspection report can provide you with the confidence to stand by your price even if the buyer places an deflated offer on the negotiation table. 7.    A pre-listing inspection allows the inspection report to be used as a marketing tool. 8.    The sale is less likely to fall apart when a buyer's home inspector unexpectedly reveals a problem. 9.    A Pre-listing inspection will provide a sense of relieve for  prospective buyer's when they find little that needs repair. 10.  The inspection report can help you realize a higher asking price if problems don't exist or have been corrected.

New Home For Sale In Vancouver- 218 West 15th Ave. Mount Pleasant - See video Attached - Open House Sun May 13th 2-4pm

 

Situated on a charming, beautiful treelined street in the heart of Mount Pleasant, Cambie and Main St corridor. This beautiful bright 2 level 2 bed, 2 bath garden level townhome is part of a heritage style 5plex. The homes highlights include an expansive LR with loads of windows, double glass sliding door out to your own private patio to allow natuarl light to flood in. Country style natural warm wood floors and wood fireplace set this home apart. The kitchen has been updated in the past with a newer open concept living style, including a gas cooktop, stainless steel oven and fridge and a window for natural light by the sink. The home also boasts having the bedrooms on different levels for privacy and separation. The master bedroom is located on the 2nd flr with a huge south facing walkout deck.

 

Here is a link to the video:

 

http://www.vopenhouse.ca/vid/10974_4314f7/

Vancouver Real Estate - Open House - Residential Living - Homes For Sale - Saturday May 12th 2-4pm #214-388 West 1st - 2 bed, 2 bath, 1625 sqft

This exquisite residence defines understated contemporary style and exudes elegance throughout. Peacefully positioned in the new South False Creek neighbourhood this heritage conversion boasts spacious, open and light filled living space.  Natural light throughout with north and west exposure.  This 1625 sq.ft. suite features polished concrete floors, exposed brick & fir beams, top line appliances, 2 master bedrooms with 2 ensuite spa style bathrooms. The building formerly known as the BC Telephone Exchange was completely transformed in 2009 into contemporary residential living space.  2 parking stalls & 1 locker included with this property. Pet friendly! Convenient to the sea wall, Canada line & shopping.

 

 

Vancouver Real Estate - Mother's Day Open House - At 218 West 15th Ave. - Sunday May 13th 2012 - 2-4pm

Situated on a charming, beautiful treelined street in the heart of Mount
Pleasant, Cambie and Main St corridor. This beautiful bright 2 level 2 bed, 2
bath garden level townhome is part of a heritage style 5plex. The homes
highlights include an expansive LR with loads of windows, double glass sliding
door out to your own private patio to allow natural light to flood in. Country
style natural warm wood floors and wood fireplace set this home apart. The
kitchen has been updated in the past with a newer open concept living style,
including a gas cooktop, stainless steel oven and fridge and a window for
natural light by the sink. Bedroom separation where the master bedroom is
located on the 2nd flr with s facing walkout deck

Vancouver Real Estate -Open House - Mount Pleasant - 218 West 15th Ave. - $588,900 1014sqft - Sat/Sun 2-4pm May 5th &6th

Situated on a charming, beautiful treelined street in the heart of Mount Pleasant, Cambie and Main St corridor. This beautiful bright 2 level 2 bed, 2 bath garden level townhome is part of a heritage style 5plex. The homes highlights include an expansive LR with loads of windows, double glass sliding door out to your own private patio to allow natural light to flood in. Country style natural warm wood floors and wood fireplace set this home apart. The kitchen has been updated in the past with a newer open concept living style, including a gas cooktop, stainless steel oven and fridge and a window for natural light by the sink. Bedroom separation where the master bedroom is located on the 2nd flr with s facing walkout deck

Vancouver Real Estate - Open House In Vancouver - Meet Mitchell Mingie Of Re/Max - Sat & Sun April 28 & 29 From1-3pm 1675 W 10th #205

Welcome to Norfolk House on the prettiest tree lined street in South Granville! Built with rain screen technology. Bright and spacious two bedroom, two bath PLUS office corner suite with floor to ceiling windows and mountain views! Shows beautifully with open floor plan and lots of updating including hardwood floors throughout. Appears much larger than the square footage with 9' ceilings, cozy gas fireplace, insuite laundry and private deck. Pets are welcome. OPEN SAT/SUN, APRIL 28/29, 1-3 PM

Vancouver Real Estate New listing - Mount Pleasant Arriving Thursday May 3rd - Preview 4-6pm - Open House Sat & Sun May 5th -6th From 2-4pm

I am so excited about my new property that is coming out next week. This is a 2 bedroom townhome in the heart of Mount Pleasant. Aproximately 1013 sqft. Located on a beautiful tree line street with a private north facing patio for summer BBQ. This home occupies the entire westside of the building with a portion on the north side.

The home is designed with a open style. Beautiful hardwood floors reflect sunlight from the  glass walled livingroom and diningroom. The home boasts a large wood burning fireplace for those romantic nights with your loved ones.

Tastefully updated kitchen with white cabinets.

The bedrooms are located on separate floors for privacy. The master bedroom is located upstairs with your private ensuite and Private South Facing Deck.

Walk to Main street shops, the new Canada Line, Cambie shops, Wholefoods, transit and Mount Pleasant Park

Vancouver Real Estate Open House Saturday April 21 2012 - Meet Mitchell Mingie

City and mountain view suite capturing the city skyline from the split level living and

dining room of this extra large one bedroom suite. Located on the Fairview slopes this suite is one storey above ground and boasts a large terrace. Large principle rooms with split level livingroom/diningroom design. Features of this move in ready suite include hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, insuite laundry, spa inspired bath, walk-in closet and huge kitchen with computer area. 1 underground parking and 1 storage locker included. Buy with confidence in this rainscreened strata building. Bonus top floor common area deck too! OPEN SAT, APRIL 21, 2-4 PM.

Suite is north east facing one floor above ground with great city and mountain view. Parking #1 and storage #2