NewHome+Condo Guide – Vancouver – March 18, 2023

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Abbotsford: A ‘city in the country’ BY

18 Mortgage Minute Mortgage default insurance: What is it and when do you need it? BY ALISA ARAGON-LLOYD

22 10 Minutes with Lynn Harrison Wants versus needs: Find your perfect balance BY SUSANN M. BOYCE

26 Industry Expert

A first-time homebuyer’s guide: The do’s and don’ts of buying presale BY BRITTANY REIMER

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PLANNING YOUR PATHWAY TO PURCHASING PRESALE

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There are many reasons why we sing the praises of buying a pre-sale home; you get to see your home built from the bottom up; you’re the first person to live it in; you can customize the interior to your specific taste; and the time between when you sign the initial purchase agreement to when you take occupancy is ideal for saving more money for a down payment.

If you are sure you want to go down the pre-sale path but you’re not sure how to go about it, we’ve got you covered. Industry expert, Brittany Reimer, offers up a first-time homebuyer’s guide that outlines the dos and don’ts to buying presale. Turn to page 22 and read about some of the factors to consider before buying a pre-sale home.

Also in this issue, writer Susan M. Boyce spends 10 minutes with industry insider Lynn Harrison, who shares her top tips to identify the difference between features you’d dearly love to have and the ones you truly need. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or you’re downsizing into a new condo, Harrison’s insights will help you find the right fit for you.

We hope you enjoy reading about the exciting new projects, grand openings, launches and industry events in our popular #insideVAN feature on page 10, as well as our area profile on page 17 of Abbotsford, affectionately referred to as a ‘city in the country’.

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PHASE 2 of Britannia Beach in Squamish has launched, which consists of 20 homes, starting from $1.11 million. A joint venture between Adera Development Corporation and MacDonald Communities, Britannia Beach will include a retail district with a mix of public amenities, shops, restaurants, cafés and services. “We recently held the grand opening of our two new Britannia Beach display homes,” says Eric Andreasen, senior vice-president of marketing and sales at Adera. “Phase 1 sold out in mid-2022, so it was great to see eager buyers come in and experience the essence of the community.”

BRITANNIA BEACH

DID YOU KNOW?

Local developer Nonni Property is proposing a 27-storey mixed-use tower near the corner of Cambie and Smythe with a potential combination of condominiums, rental housing, and commercial use.

Sustainable options

Launching this spring, East Vancouver’s Trout Lake district will be home to Woodland Block, a collection of 72 townhomes and flats. Residents will have use of Block House, which offers an entertainment kitchen, workspace, media centre and outdoor terrace with long tables, barbecues, loungers, Adirondack chairs, fireplace, putting green, a life-sized chess set, and children’s play area. “Creating a more

dense and vibrant community in East Vancouver is possible, but we knew it must be done in a way that prioritizes the needs of its residents, and also retains the unique character,” says Sasha Faris, president of First Track Development. “And progress cannot come at the cost of livability; rather, it should enhance it by delivering homes that are truly livable and sustainable for generations to come.”

Building relationships

HAVAN’s Young Professional Committee hosted Taste of Greece: Dinner and Wine Tasting on Feb.

2, part of its ‘Taste Of’ series at Vancouver’s Nammos Estiatorio. A sold-out crowd of 70 homebuilding industry professionals enjoyed a five-course Greek meal with wine pairings, while networking with their industry peers. “Our Young Professional Committee regularly hosts ‘The Taste of…’ series, which is a great way to bring our industry together and build meaningful relationships, while enjoying delicious food and sipping on good wine,” says Katerina Vastardis, HAVAN Young Professional Committee Chair.

Live where you work

Maple Ridge’s North Kanaka is an industrial park consisting of seven buildings, some of which feature legal live/work units. These units, ranging from 1,600 to 1,700 sq. ft., are where a small business-owner can set up shop and live in a secondfloor suite within this gated area that borders on protected park land. Developer Phil Cooper explains: “There are seven end units, which sell as a shell space that has all the services in place for the build-out. In a nutshell, the main slab is for work and the second floor is for a live-in suite.” There are four live/work units available. For more information, visit northkanakaworkspaces.com.

HOT PROPERTIES

SURREY – LANGLEY – ABBOTSFORD – MISSION

SURREY

1. PIANO 105A & City Parkway concordpiano.ca

2. PARK GEORGE 9908 King George Blvd 604-583-9866 parkgeorge.com

3. DISTRICT NW University Drive & 105 Avenue thind.ca

4. CENTURY CITY HOLLAND PARK 13583 98 Avenue centurycitysurrey.com

5. PURA 105 Ave & 132 St mypuracondo.com

6. AMAYA LIVING 106 Ave & 140 St amayaliving.ca

7. SEQUOIA 133 Street & 104 Avenue Sequoiawestvillage.ca

LANGLEY

8. ALDERGROVE TOWN CENTRE 3100 272 Street atcliving.com

9. HAYER TOWN CENTRE 76 Avenue & 200 Street 604-800-9662 hayerbuildersgroup.com

10. THE HIVE AT WILLOUGHBY 206222 80 Avenue 778-686-8572 thehivewtc.com

11. WESTBROOKE AT WILLOUGHBY 604-385-3540 foxridgehomesbc.com

12. HEATH 80 Ave & 206 St heathliving.com

ABBOTSFORD

13. THE RAIL DISTRICT 2774 Montrose Avenue 604-850-0040 raildistrict.ca

RAIL DISTRICT

It’s a unique blend of historic charm, modern sophistication, and creative artistry, a place where you can celebrate life’s rich diversity.

URBAN EXCITEMENT, VALLEY VIBE +

Introducing Rail District, a dynamic, master-planned community that’s destined to become the heart and soul of a reimagined historic downtown Abbotsford.

SOCIAL SPIRIT LIVES HERE

Located on the site of the old Clayburn Brick Factory, there’s already a growing vibe at Rail District, a sense of community spirit seldom experienced in contemporary settings. Here, artists and family-run business owners rub shoulders with change-makers, educators and medical specialists. Coffee shop conversations are lively,

and it’s common to see several generations sharing stories over lattés and bakery treats.

When complete, the Rail District will be comprised of five distinctly familyoriented neighbourhoods: Railside, Hillside, Brickyard, Ridgeline, and The Rail Plaza, each featuring townhomes, condos, retail and/or office space.

There will also be a spectacular, free-standing amenity building that’s sure to become a favourite social gathering place for residents and their guests. Known as The Station, here you’ll discover an outdoor swimming pool and kids’ play area, as well as a fireside lounge with kitchen, fitness centre, bike repair station, and a convenient coworking/business centre.

LOCATION Abbotsford

DEVELOPER Infinity Properties

HOME TYPE

Master-planned community

SALES CENTRE Coming soon

CONTACT raildistrict.ca or 604.850.0040

All this, plus it’s an easy, five-minute stroll to historic downtown via the new Rail Trail, a well-lit, paved walking and cycling pathway that runs alongside the Canadian Pacific Railway.

YOUR HOME, YOUR WAY

After breaking ground in early 2022, Rail District’s initial neighbourhood is poised to offer five unique home types known as the Abby Townhome Series, each with its own persona and character.

The Social townhomes are entertainment-centric by design with open floorplans with the ambiance of single-family living. Three bedrooms mean plenty of space for growing families, and an extra-large, side-byside garage with storage ensures all your sports gear and seasonal items are safely stowed.

Working from home is easy in one of the Abby Series’ Urban townhomes. Featuring twobedrooms plus flex-space, it’s a fresh take on a live/work balance.

Love outdoor living? Rail District’s Veranda homes have you covered— literally. Boasting three bedrooms plus a flexible den, the entertaining focal point is a spacious, fully covered balcony, so weather’s never going to keep you from savouring a barbecue or al fresco dining.

The neighbourhood’s Garden homes are perfect for people with young children and four-footed family members. Each of these three-bedroom homes boasts a walk-out yard for true indoor/ outdoor integration.

And for something completely different, check out the City homes,

innovative, two-level, three-bedroom suites located above Rail Plaza’s retail spaces. It’s a marriage of urban vibe and ultimate convenience.

Best of all, no matter which design sings to your heart, every home comes with energy-efficient forcedair heating and a powder room with Infinity Properties’ signature shiplap feature wall. Life is good and you deserve it.

The Rail District presentation centre and four, furnished display homes open soon at 2724 Montrose Avenue in Abbotsford’s historic downtown. Come see for yourself what life would be like when you call Rail District home. Visit raildistrict.ca or call 604.850.0040 for more information and to register for more information.

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ABBOTSFORD A

‘CITY IN THE COUNTRY’

The city of Abbotsford is located on S’ólh téméxw, the unceded, traditional, ancestral shared territory of the Semá:th First Nation and Mathekwi First Nation in the central Fraser Valley, covering approximately 389 square kilometres. With an estimated population of 153,524, it is the largest municipality in the province outside metropolitan Vancouver. Often referred to as a “city in the country”, Abbotsford is bordered by the Township of Langley to the west, the city of Mission to the north, and the city of Chilliwack to the east, with views of Mount Baker to the southeast in Washington and the Coast Mountains to the north.

THE ECONOMY

Abbotsford is surrounded by agricultural lands that anchor the economy, with 1,307 area farms that support a wide range of crops and livestock production, from fruit trees and tree nuts to poultry, eggs, cattle

ranching and dairy. There is also a dynamic business community that continues to expand, with specialized manufacturing and aerospace sectors as well as healthcare, social assistance, retail and construction.

THE OUTDOOR LIFE

If you like being in the great outdoors, Abbotsford is for you, especially if you love to hike, mountain bike, fish, farm or golf. For the truly adventurous, Sumas Mountain, one of the area’s tallest mountains, is just a short

drive from the city. The 10-kilometre Discovery Trail links east and west Abbotsford while the 2.2-kilometre Mill Lake Loop is an easy walk. For those who prefer a more laid-back outdoor experience, Mill Lake Park is a popular place for picnics, fishing, and more.

HOUSING

If you’re looking to own a home, Abbotsford might be a good option since it happens to be one of the province’s most affordable major cities, with an overall cost of living set at 22 per cent lower than the provincial average. Housing costs in Abbotsford are 11 per cent below the national average and 81 per cent below British Columbia’s average. If you’re thinking of raising a family, the Abbotsford School District has 46 schools — 30 elementary schools, eight middle schools, one combined middle-secondary school, and seven secondary schools.

MORTGAGE DEFAULT INSURANCE

WHAT IS IT AND WHEN DO YOU NEED IT?

mortgage life insurance. Homeowner/ property insurance protects your home and possessions in your home against damages and loss due to theft, fire, or other unforeseen disasters. Mortgage life insurance is designed to repay any outstanding mortgage debt in the event of your death or you develop a long-term disability.

There are two types of mortgage options available to homebuyers:

Conventional mortgages, which are loans with a minimum 20 per cent down payment, and high-ratio mortgages, which are loans with less than 20 per cent down payment. Mortgage default insurance is in place to help you own a home if you are unable to save that 20 per cent down payment, which can be challenging in today’s housing market.

HOW IT WORKS

In Canada, mortgage insurance is required by the federal government on all high-ratio mortgages. The insurance protects the mortgage lender only against a loss caused by non-payment of the mortgage by you, the borrower, and it is not a protection for you as the homeowner. However, mortgage insurance enables you to purchase a home with a minimum down payment of five per cent if the purchase price is less than $500,000. If the purchase price is more than $500,000, you are required to put five per cent down on the first $500,000 and then 10 per cent on the balance. For example, if the purchase price is $650,000, then you must put at least $40,000 as the down payment.

Example of a premium calculation for a home purchase:

Property value

Down payment

Mortgage basic loan amount

Amortization period

Loan-to-value ratio

Premium amount

$400,000

$400,000 - $20,000 = $380,000

$380,000 x 4%

Default insurance cost $15,200

Total mortgage amount

Mortgage default insurance is provided by insurers such as Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), Sagen (previously known as Genworth Canada), and Canada Guaranty. Each of these insurers has its own criteria for evaluating you and the property you wish to purchase, and it decides whether or not a mortgage can be insured. Plus, it’s the lender, not you the borrower, that selects the mortgage insurer. It is possible that the mortgage application can be approved by the lender but might not be approved by the insurer.

HOW IT’S CALCULATED

$395,200

ratio, the size of the down payment, and the product.

It is important to note that for insured mortgage loans, the maximum purchase price or asimproved property value must be below $1 million. The borrowers can port the mortgage loan insurance from an existing home to a new home and may be able to save money by reducing or eliminating the premium on the financing of the new home.

* The cost of default insurance is subject to change if the purchase price or appraised value, the amount of down payment, or the amortization changes. The final premium and the cost of the mortgage default insurance will be disclosed in the mortgage commitment document from the lender. +MORE CONTENT ONLINE nexthome.ca

The mortgage default insurance premium is a one-time charge, and it is paid by you to the lender. It can be paid in a single lump sum at the time of closing, or it can be added to the mortgage amount and repaid over the amortization period (or the life of the mortgage). The cost of what you will pay is calculated by multiplying the amount you are borrowing by the default insurance premium, which typically varies between 0.60 per cent and 5.85 per cent. Premiums vary depending on the amortization period of the mortgage, the loan-to-value

Since there are different products available from individual lenders and are subject to a lender’s guidelines, speak with a mortgage expert to analyze your situation, present several options, and help you decide which product works best for you.

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd has been a mortgage expert for more than 11 years. She has her own company, Bridgestone Financing Pros, powered by DLC Origin Mortgages and is on the board of directors for the Homebuilder Association of Vancouver (HAVAN) and an award-winning member.

1. WEST 505 Nelson Street westbybeedie.com

2. SYDNEY

545 Sydney Ave. 778-948-0333 sydneybyledmac.com

3. VUE Foster Ave & Whiting Way vueliving.ca

4. SOPHORA AT THE PARK #101 - 1135 Pipeline Road 604-942-8416 polyhomes.com

5. PRECIDIA 520 Cottonwood Ave 604-422-0080 precidiabyledmac.com

6. ALINA 604-259-8626 ownalina.com

7. SOL Como Lake Ave & Robinson 604-937-9688 solexperience.ca

8. DWELL Smith Ave & Clark Rd dwellbyanthem.com

9. PORT & MILL

604-936-8818 portandmill.ca

MAPLE RIDGE

10. PROVENANCE 11295 Pazarena Place 604-467-2285 polyhomes.com

11. CREST KANAKA SPRINGS 25024 112 Ave 604-405-1903 kanakasprings.com

12. THE NORTH AT PORT HANEY 604-477-1500 thenorthliving.com

Life in Balance

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Priced for first-time buyers, the North combines thoughtful, pragmatic design with residences on the cusp of nature.

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FIND YOUR PERFECT BALANCE

Whether it’s your first home or your forever home, becoming an owner is an emotional process. Features and finishings, size, location, amenities and of course price, all come into play. The sheer number of choices can feel overwhelming.

In this issue of New Home + Condo Guide, we chat with Lynn Harrison, a real estate marketing expert and principal at Harrison Marketing

Resources. She shares her top tips to identify the difference between features you’d dearly love to have and the ones you truly need.

New Home + Condo Guide: There’s no question new homes today are constantly upping the quality and features. How can a buyer navigate the homebuying landscape to find the right fit?

Lynn Harrison: It might sound obvious, but taking a long, hard look at your lifestyle is the starting point. How do you actually live? What features do you need in order to be happy, and what could you give up if you had to? What are your current and future lifestyle and financial priorities?

For example, during COVID, having a dedicated home office or, in some

Foundry townhomes by Miracon (Langley)

cases two, became a need for many people. But now, as companies begin calling their employees back to the office, people are reconsidering whether that extra space could be put to better use—perhaps as a guest suite for aging parents—or eliminated altogether.

There are also features such as a balcony that many people consider to be a necessity. But think about it. If the only thing you use your balcony for is to store spare tires and perhaps a couple of bikes you rarely use, you might be better off purchasing a unit without one and either saving some money on the purchase price or increasing your home’s square-footage.

However, a person who barbecues several times a week year-round and spends most balmy evenings outside might well consider it a need, since giving it up would significantly compromise their day-to-day enjoyment.

NH+CG: Okay, if we’re looking at size, is bigger really better or is it just more expensive?

LH: Again, a lot depends on your circumstances and what goals you have for the next year, five or 10 years.

Statistics have shown that a two-bedroom condo will sell faster than a one-bedroom, the same as a one-bedroom will typically out-sell a studio. So, if this is a stepping stone, perhaps while you attend university, or if you know your job may entail a move in the near future, it’s to your advantage to factor in the potential resale value.

Number of bathrooms is another consideration. In a townhouse, it’s easy to think you need three—an ensuite as well as a full bath on the upper floor plus a powder or second full-bath on the main. If you’re a growing family and you’re expecting lots of out-of-town guests, you probably do. But if you’re single or a couple who seldom entertain, you can likely be quite comfortable with just two.

NH+CG: Any advice about beating the Fear of Missing Out (FOMA) or buyer’s regret phenomena?

LH: Sometimes, especially if it’s your first home, it’s easy to get caught up in the FOMA and get so focused on the idea you have to buy something, anything, especially in a hot market like we saw at the beginning of the pandemic, that people simply buy the first home they can. That’s usually a mistake because you may be sacrificing features that contribute to your everyday happiness.

But regardless of market conditions, taking time to consider your goals and lifestyle will help you find the perfect balance no matter how long you plan to live in your new home.

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BURNABY – NEW WESTMINSTER

1. OASIS AT CONCORD BRENTWOOD 4863 Dawson Street concordoasis.com

2. JUNEAU 604-299-9191 juneaubyamacon.com

3. CEDAR CREEK 7166 14th Street 604-529-8868 liveatcedarcreek.com

8. O2 METROTOWN 5137 Kingsway 778-886-8280 o2metrotown.com

9. AZURE AT SOUTHGATE CITY 7662 18th Street 604-544-8800 azureatsouthgate.com

10. THE STANDARD Metrotown thestandardbyanthem.com

11. SLATE 5180 Lougheed Hwy slatebybeedie.com

12. CONCORD SKY-HOUSE 4750 Kingsway concordmetrotown.com

4. ALASKA 4455 Alaska St 604-299-9191 alaskabyamacon.com

5. BORDEAUX 4247 Lougheed Hwy bordeauxliving.ca

6. ECLIPSE BRENTWOOD 2463 Beta Avenue thind.ca/eclipse

7. MOONLIGHT SONATA 3550 Wayburne Drive 604-716-0005 moonlightsonata.ca

13. POLARIS METROTOWN 6699 Dunblane Ave 604-565-7733 polarismetrotown.com

14. NUVO 6075 Wilson Avenue nuvobyanthem.com

15. THE AMAZING BRENTWOOD 4567 Lougheed Hwy 604-298-7314 theamazingbrentwood.com

16. SOLO 4 2131 Willingdon Avenue 604-298-8800 soldistrict.com

17. CONCORD METROTOWN Nelson Ave & Kingsway concordmetrotown.com

18. HIGHLINE METROTOWN 6511 Sussex Avenue highlinemerotown.com

NEW WESTMINSTER

19. MOODY ON THE HILL 228 6th Street moodyonthehill.com 778-895-5533

20. THE KEARY 230 Keary Street thekearybywesgroup.ca

THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF BUYING PRESALE

Are you thinking of purchasing your first pre-sale home? Then you’re in the right place. This article provides a guide to the do’s and don’ts for firsttime homebuyers of pre-sale homes. A pre-sale home is worth considering if you are buying your first home, since it gives you the opportunity to be specific about the location and design preferences of your future home.

HERE ARE SOME FACTORS TO CONSIDER

Do work with a realtor who specializes in pre-sale homes. A realtor knowledgeable about market conditions and industry players can guide you through the search and closing process. He or she will ensure you understand and are comfortable with the steps involved. They will also have helpful insight into promotions

and incentives and will paint a better picture of the final project within its pre-construction context.

Don’t view homes outside your budget. It is essential to determine the maximum loan amount and total monthly payments and factor in all other costs, including but not limited to inspections, insurance, move-in fees, property taxes, maintenance, repairs, renovations, strata fees, and utilities. Viewing homes outside your budget could lead to either making a purchase you cannot afford or creating unfair comparisons with the places initially viewed.

Do research on the area to confirm that living in the community is

Remember to work with a realtor specializing in pre-sale homes, determine your budget, research the area, get pre-approved for a mortgage, and read and understand the contract and disclosure statement.

”a viable long-term option. For example, find out how walkable the neighbourhood is, whether public transit is nearby, whether schools are highly rated, if there is access to amenities such as retail, restaurants, and grocery stores, and will there be further development down the road.

Don’t choose a realtor based solely on the number of listings they have. While an agent with many listings may seem like an indicator of success, they may not have the time to give you the attention you need. Do your due diligence before choosing a realtor. Get a referral from friends or family, read reviews, and go to an open house to gauge compatibility. Also, visit the BC Financial Services Authority’s website to check for any recent license suspensions.

Do get pre-approved for a mortgage. Pre-approval will help you determine your budget and give you an advantage when competing with other buyers for a pre-sale home. It will also ensure you are ready to move forward once you find the right pre-sale home.

Don’t skip the fine print. It is essential to read and understand the contract and disclosure statement. In addition, ensure you understand the deposit structure, the construction timeline, and any cancellation penalties.

Do keep in mind that pre-sale homes have their own unique considerations in the real estate world. You will have to make more decisions, have more variables to consider, and accept a longer timeline from purchase to possession.

Don’t rush the process. Take your time to make an informed decision. Consider getting legal advice before signing the contract.

ENJOY THE PROCESS

Purchasing a pre-sale home as a first-time homebuyer can be an exciting experience. By following the do’s and don’ts outlined in this article, you can confidently navigate the process and make an informed decision. Remember to work with a realtor specializing in pre-sale homes, determine your budget, research the area, get pre-approved for a mortgage, and read and understand the contract and disclosure statement. Then, take your time and enjoy the process.

Brittany Reimer is managing director of MLA Canada’s Fraser Valley branch. Brittany uses her experience, relationships and passion for the real estate marketing industry to help push MLA into a new frontier.

FIND YOUR NEXT HOME

This page features a few of the latest properties to keep your eye on in the Metro Vancouver area.

PREVIEWS & REGISTRATIONS

5656 BALACLAVA

Home type: Condominiums

Developer: Hon Developments

On the map: Vancouver Web: 5656balaclava.ca

Info: 5656 Balaclava is an inviting new collection of one-, two- and three-bedroom concrete residences where Kerrisdale, Southlands and Dunbar connect. The intimate collection of homes is defined by well-planned design and architecture that fits seamlessly into the fabric of its leafy residential surroundings. Amenities are designed to complement residents’ active and social lifestyle, featuring a mix of indoor, outdoor and hybrid spaces that encourage connection and community. Register today.

KING & COLUMBIA

Home type: Townhomes

Developer: Forme Development

On the map: Vancouver Web: kingandcolumbia.com

Info: Thirty modern brownstone-inspired one-, two,- three- and four-bedroom homes are centred in Riley Park’s charm. Timeless architecture and thoughtful design create an indoor/outdoor living experience and enhanced lifestyle without compromise for discerning families on Vancouver’s upper West Side. Live on a tree-lined street, blocks from the leafy pathways of Queen Elizabeth Park, the SkyTrain station on Cambie Street and sophisticated dining along Main Street and Cambie. Register today.

PORT & MILL

Home type: Condominiums

Developer: Streetside Developments

On the map: West Coquitlam Web: portandmill.ca

Info: Say ‘hello’ to Port & Mill, a new block of well-crafted one,- two- and three-bedroom condos in West Coquitlam. Discover a quiet oasis to the east and urban comforts to the west. Which one will you choose? Register today.

WILDWOOD

Home type: Single-family, duplexes

Developer: British Pacific Properties and Beedie Living

On the map: West Vancouver Web: liveatwildwood.com

Info: Where architecture becomes one with nature. Wildwood offers a variety of living experiences for all lifestyles including two-bedroom-plus-den and three-bedroom homes. Lush backyards and generous patios and decks deepen the connection to the outdoors. Weaving forest trails, snow-covered ski runs and fresh mountain air define everyday life. Register today.

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KING & COLUMBIA

VANCOUVER – DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER

1. CLARIDGE HOUSE 498 West 41st Avenue

604-941-8305 polyhomes.com

2. GRYPHON HOUSE

6191 West Boulevard 604.620.8295 gryphonhousevancouver.com

3. WEST WIND 2620 Acadia Road 604-260-8446

5. AMBER

604-871-8600 aragon.ca/amber

6. THESIS W 49 Ave & Cambie St liveatthesis.com

7. SHIFT 35th Ave & Quebec St. aragon.ca/shift

8. THE CONSERVATORY

10. GRACE Ash & W30th gracewestside.com

11. FORM 1558 West 6th Ave formbyanthem.com

12 PARK 1698 West Georgia Street anthemproperties.com

13. GRYPHON NOVA Oak & 67th

SOUTH SURREY – WHITE ROCK

1. ALTUS WHITE ROCK 1526 Finlay Street 778-294-7794 altuswhiterock.com

2. THE BOROUGHS 2070 Oak Meadows Drive 604-531-6767 theboroughs.ca

3. DOUGLAS GREEN 358 - 175A Street 778-862-8002

4. SOUTHAVEN 3300 King George Blvd. 778-551-1856 southvaven.ca

RICHMOND

NORTH DELTA

RICHMOND

1. MINORU SQUARE 5740 Minoru Blvd thind.ca/minorusquare

2. LUXE LANSDOWNE Lansdowne Road & Number 3 Road luxelansdowne.com

3. PARK RESIDENCES II AT MINORU PARK 6333 Mah Bing Street 604-563-8899 parkresidences.ca

4. RC RICHMOND 6331 No. 3 Road 604-788-6608

5. GALLERIA 8555 Capstan Way 604-233-7748 concordgalleria.com

These listings are meant to offer a comprehensive overview of new home and condo developments currently being marketed throughout Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

ABBOTSFORD

Court MR

604-621-5888 Now Selling

Downtown Gate TH 604-357-1943 Coming Soon

Falcon Ridge SF 604-309-0540 From $789,000

High Street Village LR/TH highstreetvillage.ca Coming Soon

JEM LR jemliving.ca Coming Soon

McKenzie Mews TH mckenzie-mews.com Coming Soon

Montvue LR montvueliving.ca Coming Soon

Onyx at Mahogany LR 778-255-7099 Now Selling

The Peak at Mountainview TH mymountainview.ca Call

The Rail District TH raildistrict.ca Register Now

BURNABY

O2 Metrotown HR o2metrotown.com Now Selling

Azure at Southgate HR azureatsouthgate.com Now Selling

Bordeaux HR bordeauxliving.ca Call

Byrnepark LR/TH 604-228-8530 Now Selling

Cedar Creek MR 604-529-8868 Call

Concord Brentwood HR 604-435-1383 Call

Concord Metrotown HR concordmetrotown.com Coming Soon

The City of Lougheed 2 HR 604-328-7128 Call

Contour Metrotwon HR contourmetrotown.com Coming Soon

Eclipse Brentwood HR thind.ca/eclipse Coming Soon

Lumina HR/TH luminabrentwood.com Coming Soon

Highline Metrotown HR highlinemetrotown.com Call

Kings Crossing by Cressey PH 604-720-5357 Now Selling

Maywood on Park HR 604-435-8866 Now Selling

Moonlight Sonata TH moonlightsonata.ca Register Now

Nuvo HR nuvobyanthem Coming Soon

Oasis at Concord Brentwood HR 604-435-1383 Call

Oslo HR osloliving.ca Call

Perla HR 604-434-2205 Register Now

Polaris at Metrotown HR polarismetrotown.com Selling Now

Tailor HR 604-299-1001 Call

Terraces at The Peak HR 604-559-5795 Call

The Amazing Brentwood HR 604-298-7314 Call

The Standard HR thestandardbyanthem.com Coming Soon

Riviera HR rivierabyledmac.com Coming Soon

Slate HR/TH slatebybeedie.com Now Selling

SOLO 4 HR 604-298-8800 Coming Soon

Sun Towers 2 HR suntowersmetrotown.com Call

CHILLIWACK

Acadia at Garrison TH 604-991-5151 Call

Base 10 TH 604-991-9951 Call

Cedarbrook TH/SF 604-490-3451 Coming Soon

Elk Creek Estates SF 604-316-4140 Now Selling

Iron Horse SF/RH Ironhorseliving.com Call

Lakeside at Cultus Lake LR 604-250-3662 Now Selling

Malloway Village SF 604-961-5160 Now Selling

Skynest LR 604-362-1505 Call

Vista Green at the Falls TH vistagreenliving.com Call

COQUITLAM

Alina HR ownalina.com

Coming Soon

Allison LR mosaichomes.com Coming Soon

Amber Gate TH 778-871-9532 Coming Soon

Band HR band.townline.com Coming Soon

Bastille LR bastille.porte.ca Coming Soon

Baycrest West TH liveatbaycrest.com Call

Burke Village SF/TH/LR burkevillage.ca Coming Soon

Dwell TH dwellbyanthem.com Register Now

Elmwood HR elmwood.marcon.ca Coming Soon

Florin LR liveatflorin.com Coming Soon

Forester Two TH forester.townline.ca Coming Soon

The Heights on Austin HR theheightsonaustin.com Call

The Robinsons Parkside CollectionTH 604-683-5441 Call

Laval LR liveatlaval.com Coming Soon

Linc MR livingatlinc.com Coming Soon

The Oaks LR theoakscoquitlam.com Call

Port & Mill LR info@portandmill.ca Selling Now

Precidia HR precidiabyledmac.com Coming Soon

Riley Park TH mosaichomes.com Coming Soon

Sheffield SF mstarhomes.com Coming Soon

Skagen TH 604-931-2283 Now Selling

Skylark LR 604-451-8518 Coming Soon

SOL HR 604-937-9688 Register Now

Sophora at the Park HR 604-942-8416 Register Now

Sydney HR 778-948-0333 Now Selling

Sydney Townhomes TH 604-961-3559 Call

Terrayne at Burke Mountain TH terryane.townline.com Coming Soon

Vue HR vueliving.ca Coming Soon West HR westbybeedie.com Call

DELTA & TSAWWASSEN

Boardwalk TH/DU/SF 604-306-2226 Call

The Madison LR madisonresidencs.ca Coming Soon

Peregrine LR 604-943-6677 Call

Southlands SF/TH/LR discoversouthlands.ca Call

South Grove TH southgrovehomes.com Call

The 85 LR 85scottrdliving.com Call

Tsawwassen Heights SF 604-271-7288 Call

Tsawwassen Landing SF/LR 604-638-3500 Now Selling

Walker House HR walkerhousedelta.com Coming Soon

West Coast Estates SF 604-800-9099 Call

Westhampton TH 604-946-0477 Now Selling

LANGLEY

Aldergrove Town Centre LR atcliving.com Coming Soon

Aston Carvolth Mews TH 778-705-1153 Call

Aviva TH avivaliving.ca Coming Soon

Canvas LR canvaslangley.ca Call

Centennial Court HR 250-590-1885 Coming Soon

Crofton TH 604-710-9060 Call

Eliza at Royal Bay TH elizacondos.com Coming Soon

Hayer Town Centre LR 604-800-9662 Call For Preview

Headwater TH 604-240-9148 Coming Soon

Heath TH heathliving.com Call

The Hive LR 778-686-8572 Call

Latimer Heights SF/DU/RH/TH 604-371-0698 Call

Madewell TH madebygatehouse.com Call

Mayfair TH 604-560-0272 Now Selling

The Towers at Latimer Heights TH 604-371-1669 Call

Union TH 604-593-5251 Coming Soon

Unison LR unisonlangley.ca Coming Soon

Westbrooke RH 604-385-3540 Call

MAPLE RIDGE

Bridle Ridge SF mstarhomes.com Call

Crest Kanaka Springs SF kanakasprings.com Call ERA LR 604-239-1898 Call

Inspire LR 604-576-7722 Call

Kennedy TH kennedytownhomes.ca Register Now

La Riviere LR 604-359-0135 Coming Soon

The North at Port Haney LR thenorthliving.com Coming Soon

Podium LR 604-657-7653 Coming Soon

Provenance TH 604-467-2285 Call

Sequoia Living TH 604-723-5386 Call

Sierra Ridge LR sierraridge.ca Call Windfall TH windfallbygatehouse.com Coming Soon

MISSION/HARRISON

Cedar Valley Rowhomes RH cedarvalleyrowhomes.ca Coming Soon

Harrison Highlands SF 1-888-758-0850 Call

Harrison Ridge TH 1-844-432-7444 From $690K Horizons TH 1-888-826-1177 From $319,800

Nelson & Grove SF mstarhomes.com Coming Soon Westminster Plateau LR/TH westminsterplateau.ca Coming Soon

NEW WESTMINSTER

Lighthouse LR 604-364-7424 Call

Moody on the Hill LR moodyonthehill.com Selling Now Pier West HR 604-553-4211 Call

River Queensborough TH 604-438-5050 Call

NORTH VANCOUVER

1313 Ambleside Residence TH 1331ambleside.com Now Selling

1515 Rupert LR 236-869-2515 Call

Aire at North Harbour MR northharbourbyconcert.com Now Selling

Apex at Seylynn Village HR/TH/PH apexatseylynn.ca Now Selling

AVA LR 604-736-0050 Call

Baden Park LR/TH badenparkbyanthem.com Register Now

Ebb & Flow GH/CH/TH 604.818.1177 Now Selling

Evolv35 TH 604.785.7653 Call

Executive on the Park LR/TH executiveonthepark.com Coming Soon Forest Ridge LR 778-298-2280 Coming Soon

Founder’s Block South TH 604-689-3040 Coming Soon Green on Queensbury LR/TH qualex.ca/green Register Now Innova LR liveinnova.ca Selling Now

Lennox LR 604-988-3617 Coming Soon

Lupine Walk Seymour Village LR seymourvillage.com Call

Millennium Central Lonsdale LR millenniumlonsdale.com Coming Soon

Neu on 3rd TH neuon3rd.ca Coming Soon

Park West HR 604-770-1336 Now Selling

The Trails TH liveat.thetrailslowerlonsdale.com Coming Soon

The Windsor HR 604-256-9178 Call

West Oak TH westoakliving.com Selling Now

PITT MEADOWS

Nature’s Walk TH 604-262-1850 Now Selling

PORT COQUITLAM

Estella LR 604-375-7626 Call

PORT MOODY

Anchor LR 604-343-7719 Call

Bayrock Terrace HR bayrockterrace.ca Now Selling

Chroma LR 604-813-2547 Call

The Grande HR 604-552-0552 Now Selling

Hue HR 604-461-3445 Coming Soon

RICHMOND

Atmosphere

HR Atmosphereliving.ca Call

Burgundy TH 604-242-1193 Coming Soon

Cascade City HR 604-285-7285 Now Selling

CF Richmond HR 604-788-6608 Now Selling

Concord Galleria HR 604-233-7748 Call

Diamond Steveston TH 604-242-1193 Coming Soon

Grand, The HR 604-278-3880 Call

Hollybridge At River Green HR hollybridgeliving.com Call

Luxe Lansdowne HR luxelansdowne.com Call

Luxio On the Park LR 604-780-6433 Now Selling

Minoru Square HR thind.ca/minorusuare Coming Soon

One Park HR oneparkliving.com Call

Paramount HR Paramountliving.ca Call

Park Residences II at Minoru Park HR parkresidences.ca Now Selling

Prima HR liveatprima.com Coming Soon

River Green MR 604-233-2633 Call

Spires Road Townhomes TH southstreet.ca Coming Soon

Times Square Richmond HR timessquarerichmond.ca Now Selling

Torino HR 604-303-0148 Call

Trillion DP 604-242-1193 Call

Viewstar HR 604-630-6668 Call

Williams Living TH 604-831-9966 Coming Soon

SQUAMISH/WHISTLER

Aegean Homes LR 778-558-5113 Call

Britannia Beach… ...TH… britanniabeachliving.com… Coming Soon

Highline TH/DP 604-757-5550 Coming Soon

Redbridge MR/TH redbridgesquamish.com Coming Soon

Sea and Sky TH 604-559-7918 Call

The Lofts LR 604-815-1737 Call

SURREY

Amaya LR/TH amayaliving.ca Call

Bell Green Park TH 604-592-4151 Coming Soon Central HR 604-498-3887 Call

Century City Holland Park HR centurycitysurrey.com Call

Central Living LR 778-883-7366 Call

District NW HR thind.ca/districtnw Coming Soon

Elwynn Green TH 778-889-7496 Coming Soon

The Park Landmark TH 604-786-0006 Coming Soon

Hepburn TH hepburntownhomes.com Register Now

Insignia LR experienceinsignia.com Coming Soon

Nova TH mortisegroup.com Call

Nora TH 604-603-6313 Call

One Central HR onecentral.ca Call

Onyx & Ivory TH www.onyxivory.ca Coming Soon

Park George HR 604-583-9866 Call

Piano HR concordpiano.ca Coming Soon

Sequoia LR sequoiawestvillage.ca Coming Soon

Silva HR silvasurrey.com Coming Soon

Unison LR 604-498-2505 Coming Soon

Woodward TH 604-831-0307 Call

VANCOUVER & AREA

DOWNTOWN

1335 Howe HR 604-689-8535 Call

Bailey LR liveatbailey.ca Register Now

Burrard Place two HR burrardplace.ca Call

Curv HR thecurv.ca Coming Soon

Eventide LR eventidethree.com Coming Soon

Landmark on Robson HR 604-566-2288 Call

Mirabel HR 604-681-8110 Call

The Pacific HR grosvenorpacific.com Call

The Thurlow HR downtownabovebeach.com Coming Soon

Thesis LR liveatthesis.com Register Now

Vancouver House HR 604-893-8958 Call

EAST SIDE

2250 Garden Drive LR 2250gardendrive.com. Coming Soon

Ace one the Drive LR togetheronthedrive.ca. Coming Soon

Assembly LR assemblystrathcona.com Coming Soon

Brock House TH/SF 778-388-8682 Call

Clive at Collingwood LR cliveliving.com Coming Soon

Focal LR 604-563-6777 Coming Soon

Frame HR liveatframe.com Coming Soon

Francis TH 604-330-8848 Call

Graphia LR grafia.porte.ca Coming Soon

Linx LR 604-394-2602 Coming Soon

Paragon LR 604-688-5566 Coming Soon

River District Ardea HR wesgroup.ca/ardea Coming Soon

The Saint George TH the saintgeorge.ca Now Selling Shift LR aragon.ca/shift By Appointment

Templeton TH templetonliving.ca Now Selling

Triumph TH 604-563-6200 Call

The Windsor HR thewindsorliving.com Now Selling V on E49 LR 778-751-8930. Coming Soon

WEST SIDE

2030 Barclay HR 604-534-2020 Coming Soon

5656 Balaclava LR 5656balaclava.ca Now Selling

99 West MR 604-620-8600 From $528,800

Amber LR/TH 604-871-8600 By Appointment

Arbutus LR 604-307-0607 Call

Autograph LR autographliving.ca Coming Soon

Ava LR 604-736-0050 Coming Soon

Carven LR kerrisdalebykenstone.com Coming Soon

Chelsea by Cressey MR 604-805-1804 Now Selling

Claridge House HR 604-941-8305 Call

CURV HR thecurv.ca Register Now

Dunbar at 39th LR wesgroup.ca/dunbar Call

Eila on W49 TH 604-558-5848 Call

Form HR Anthemproperties.com Coming Soon

Grace TH gracewestside.com Register Now

Gryphon House MR 604-620-8295 Call

Gryphon Nova MR 604-620-8295 Call

Heather and Seventeenth LR Liveheather17.com Call

Heritage on Cypress & Second SF 778-729-0898 Call

Italia HR italiabysolterra.ca Coming Soon

Ivy on the Park HR 604-225-0117 Call

Just West TH 604-734-8883 Call

Kitsilano Block LR kitsilanoblock.com Coming Soon

Legacy on Dunbar LR 604-990-8800 Call

Lilibet LR 604-879-0030 Coming Soon

Oak +52 TH 604-828-7352

Oku 64 Oak LR okuliving.com

Ortus LR ortusliving.com

Park HR anthemproperties.com Coming Soon

Park Grand TH 778-999-2552 Coming Soon

Perron GH/TH 604-603-8889 From low $800’s

Pinnacle On the Park at False Creek HR 604-874-8368 Call

Primrose TH PrimroseVancouver.com Coming Soon

Pure LR purewest49.com Call

Rowe TH 604-299-1363 Comimg Soon

Rowen W47 TH rowen47.ca Call

Savannah HT liveatsavannah.ca Coming Soon

Savoy LR savoycambie.com Coming Soon

Sixteen & Burrard TH/DU 778-729-0898 Call

TESORO HR tesorobyconcert.com Now Selling

The Conservatory CH/HR 604-821-8291 Now Selling

The Kirkland LR 604-415-2908 Call

The Regent TH 604-273-1313 Call

Voyce LR voyce.ca Call

West 4th & Trimble SF 778-729-0898 Now Selling

W63 Mansion LR 63mansion.com Coming Soon

W68 HR w68.ca Coming Soon

West Boulevard DU 778-729-0898 Call

Westbury in Arbutus Ridge TH 604-620-8295 Call

West Oak LR/TH 778-716-6888 Now Selling

West Wind at Lelem HR 604-260-8446 Register Now

Winston South Oak LR 604-809-6233 Call

Wordsworth HR 604-882-0098 Register Now

Yukon Residences TH 604-558-5850 Call

WEST VANCOUVER

Bellevue by Cressey HR/TH 604-290-2626 From $4.4M

Evelyn TH 604-922-0330 Call

Executive on the Park LR 604-926-2398 Call

Galleries on the Bay LR 604-836-7355 From $490,000

Hawksley LR liveathawksley.com Now Selling

The Sentinel HR 604-926-9260 Call

Wildwood TH liveatwildwood.com Now Selling

WHITE ROCK/SOUTH SURREY

Altus LR 778-294-7794 Call

The Boroughs TH theboroughs.ca Now Selling

Douglas Green TH douglasgreenliving.com Coming Soon

Elisa TH elisaliving.ca Coming Soon

Horizon TH 604-441-8789 Coming Soon

Kendrick SF kendrickbymarathon.com Register Now

King & Crescent LR 604-560-0272 Call

Miramar Village HR 604-542-8882 Call

Monaco HR liveatmonaco.ca Call

The Loop TH gramercy.ca/home/the-loop Coming Soon

The Oak TH 604-360-0789 Call

Soleil HR soleilwhiterock.com Call

Southaven TH 604-377-1078 Call

South Village TH 604-910-9919 Call

OUT OF TOWN PROPERTIES

KELOWNA

Caban .LR/TH cabanbycressey.com Now Selling

ELLA HR 778-215-6788 From $679,900

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