Ian Andrews-North Van Duplexes-April 2020

Real Estate Market Report 2397 Marine Drive West Vancouver, B.C. V7V 1K9

NORTH VAN DUPLEXES

BY ANDREWS GROUP

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April 2020 F E AT U R E D C O N T E N T : • Small Yard, No Problem!

• North Van Duplexes Stats • Where's The Action?

JONATHAN AND ANGELA-MARIE, Whether you’re in the first stages of discovery or you’re ready to put your home on the market today, give us a call

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NORTH VAN DUPLEXES

Small Yard, No Problem!

Where's the action?

• YOU ASK, WE ANSWER. This article comes courtesy of one of our avid readers who asked “How can you make the most of a small backyard?” A great question for duplex owners.

Spring is upon us. Soon our gardens will be flourishing with lush greenery and beautiful colors, and the winter jackets can be tucked away. Spending more time outdoors is crucial for our health and wellness, and what better place than your own backyard.

Owning a duplex means, in most cases, owning half the land, and therefore maximizing your smaller yard space is crucial. Key placements and the right pieces of furniture can make your yard go from feeling cramped and cluttered to an open, sun-drenched haven and the go-to barbeque spot this summer.

Dana

Brenden

Elaine

604.925.1175

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• MINIMIZE FURNITURE

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We all love a nice large sectional but, the truth is not all outdoor space can handle it. Most wicker made outdoor furniture you see these days is bulky and takes up loads of space. While modern looking, it doesn’t suit every patio. Instead of a large sectional, try a love seat and two chairs. Another option is benches without backs or slim profile chairs (google Acapulco chairs). These can give a much different appearance and will blend into the out look when no one is sitting in them.

NORTH VAN DUPLEXES CURRENTLY LISTED

• POT GARDENING If grass space is important, digging up soil and adding trees, shrubs, and/or flowers can take up precious outdoor square footage. Try opting for a nice set of mixed sized pots. You can plant herbs, flowers, plants, and even trees. Mixing colors and species can make for a stunning visual outlook. The best part, you can move them around, giving a different vibe or look based on the season or your own creative ideas and making a stunning (minimal) oasis.

• AIR SPACE Allow room for the sun to shine. The sun is important for our daily dose of vitamin D, and your plants and flowers need it to survive (thank you grade 3). Try not to overcrowd your air space. We’ve seen some small yards filled with large awnings, covered in vines which can make the yard feel a lot smaller than it is and taking away lots of potential sunlight. While a great place for having a glass of wine, not ideal for maximizing your backyard space. Using well placed and sized umbrellas or smaller scaled awnings can provide ample shade space while not impeding the yard.

Maybe you’re thinking of selling your home this spring instead of rearranging your garden? Taking the time to tidy up the yard and strategically place a few furniture pieces and plants can help the overall sale of the property and vibe that buyers get while touring through your home. Don’t go overboard spending here. Generally speaking, you won’t get your money back from what you spend on landscaping, which we will talk about another time when we give you tips on where to spend your money in a renovation to get the biggest return on your investment.

If you have a topic you would like to have answers to, or have any questions about our real estate market and the value of your home, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at homes@andrewsgroup.ca or give us a call at 778.987.2412.

Average Active List Price

Average Square Feet

$1,594,285 2,344

13

$1,249,000$1,898,900

Total Active Homes

Active List Price Range

Deemed accurate but not guaranteed.

NORTH VAN DUPLEXES SOLD IN THE LAST 90 DAYS

Average Sold Price Per Square Foot

Average Square Feet

$727 2,043

12

101%

Total Sold Homes

Sold Price/ List Price Ratio

Deemed accurate but not guaranteed.

Andrews Group and Royal LePage Sussex do not imply that this is in any way an official advertisement or publication of Royal LePage Sussex®. © 2020. All rights reserved. This representation is based on data reported from December 11th, 2019 through March 11th, 2020 by multiple brokers/agents to the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV). This information is not intended to represent any existing listings but is general marketing information based on REBGV MLS data, however, neither Royal LePage Sussex nor the REBGV guarantees the accuracy of this data, which may not reflect all of the real estate activity in the area. E&OE covered. This market report is not intended to solicit properties already listed for sale nor is it intended to cause or induce a breach of an existing agency agreement. Each office independently owned and operated.*Square footage is rounded to the nearest hundred.