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THE SWIFT METAMORPHOSIS OF SOUTH SURREY Continued from Last week
As Surrey transforms into a major metropolitan hub, it is cultivating its own upper-crust milieu. Matt Morrow, a real estate agent with Re/Max who lives in Ocean Park, said South Surrey is undergoing a swift metamorphosis. “Detached prices are rising due to low interest rates and a lack of supply,” Morrow said. “You’re getting a lot of the older view homes being knocked down and newer homes are being built. And we’re starting to see that a lot. If you drive down any of the streets on the slope, houses are coming down and being rebuilt.” Median prices for detached homes in South Surrey/White Rock jumped 11% to $860,000 and townhomes jumped 13.6% to $465,000 between June 2013 and June 2014, according to the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB). But sales are
where the numbers are climbing the most. The number of detached home sales in South Surrey/White Rock rose 32% and townhouse sales jumped 121.9% since June of last year. This is due largely to townhome developments throughout Morgan Heights and South Surrey that were completed this year and in 2013. Property values for detached homes jumped double digits since June 2013 in areas such as Grandview/Morgan Crossing (8.7%), Hazelmere (12.2%) and Pacific Douglas (10.2%). FVREB president Ray Werger said the increases are the result of Surrey’s rapid expansion, in which 1,200 people are added to the city’s population each month. to “It’s just indicative of what’s going on in the valley in general,” he said. “If you build it, people will come, and definitely it’s a desirable area. You’re close to the border and the ocean, an easy drive to the airport. And it’s got a really diverse mix of housing options.” Morrow pointed to Morgan Crossing, just east of Highway 99 and north of 24th Avenue, which typifies the gentrification process going on. Commercial development has brought large chain stores like WalMart and Home Depot and even some high-end boutiques to the area. “You’ve now got all levels of shopping
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West Newton
$258,800 NEW PRICE
Vantage Realty Office:604-585-3555
#210-12088 75A AVE, SURREY
604-339-5132 East Newton
$399,000
Surrey
$699,000
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Cedar Hills
WEEKLY SPECIAL Queen Mary
LOCATION LOCATION! THE VILLAS AT STRAWBERRY HILL!2 bdrm 2 bthrm 959 sq ft luxurious condo. OPEN layout features! Large liv rm with laminate flrs & electric fireplace. Maple kitchen with GRANITE counter tops, SS appliances, Tile flring, built in microwave/hood fan & in suite Laundry. M. bedrm with ensuite & second bdrm on opposite side for PRIVACY. Secured building and secured around Level Parking parking with bike room. close to all amenities.
$948,800 Abbotsford West
$299,900
$749,000
#21 14453 72nd Ave
12532 58b Av
10549 127A ST
# 120 3080 Townline Rd
SEQUOIA GREEN -END UNIT. 2 storey w/finished basement features 4 large bdrms & den w/3.5 baths. The Granite tiled entry welcomes you to your SPACIOUS living rm with gas fireplace, laminate flrs & extensive use of crown moulding throughout. Gourmet kitchen w/European style cabinetry, tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances & large eating area. Upstairs Mbdrm w/large W/I closet & deep soaker tub, 2 more bdrms, laundry rm & den w/balcony. Finished bsmt/media rm wired for 7.1 surround sound system, bdrm & 3pc wshrm with slate flring. Vinyl siding exterior, landscaped low maint fenced yard & 2 car garage. Recent renos include new paint. Nice, quiet complex close to schools, transit & shopping.
Location Location Location. Situated across from a Park and JT Brown Elementary School. Private SOUTH facing yard. Steps to Boundary Park. CUSTOM built 3 level 6 bedroom & den home offers: Main flr with Spacious living & din rm, OPEN flr plan with a beautiful MAPLE kitchen, S/S appliances, Granite counters & real H/W flrs throughout leading to a Large family rm. Above features 2 m.bdrms with ensuites, VAULTED ceilings & huge WI Closet, 2 more bdrms with Jack n Jill bthrm. Legal 2BD suite with extra den & laundry for upstairs use. Close to all amenities.
CUSTOM BUILT beautiful THREE level 9 bdrm 8 bthrm home. SPACIOUS layout with WALK OUT bsmt and PRIVATE yard. EXCLUSIVE design offers OPEN entry with GRANITE fring on the main flr and stairs. Main features:LIVING rm, DINING rm, LARGE kitchen with MAPLE cabinets, GRANITE countertops, SPICE kitchen, nook, Family rm, Bdrm with ensuite and DEN. Above features: HUGE master bdrm with ensuite, 3 more bdrms, LAUNDRY and 3 baths. MEDIA rm down with wshrm and Two fully finished bsmt suites (unauthorized). Close to schools, transit, SFU and CITY center. Call for your private tour.
Over 2260 sq.ft. Beautiful rancher/bungalow with basement. Main floor features: living room with gas fireplace leading to private patio, master bedroom with walk in closet and ensuite, den, 2 more bedrooms, laundry & full bath. Basement features: HUGE family room, games room and bedroom plus over 540 sq.ft. awaiting your ideas. Close to transit, school & shopping with easy access to HWY. Call for your private tour.
West Newton
$199,800
# 102 12088 75A AV GROUND LEVEL! THE VILLAS AT STRAWBERRY HILL! One bdrm, one bthrm 760 SF luxurious condo. OPEN layout features: LARGE living rm with laminate floor and electric fireplace. Beautiful Maple kitchen with Granite countertops, SS appliances, Tile flooring, built in microwave/hood fan, Huge island and in suite Luandry. Large Master bdrm with walk in closet PRIVATE fenced yard. NO elevator or stairs. Great for first time buyer or RETIREE. Secured building and secured ground Level parking with bthrm. Walking distance to transit, schools, library, shopping, gym & restaurants. Easy access to Scott Rd and Nordel Way with 2-5-10 Home Warranty coverage. Great Price with great location. One of the best 1 bedroom units.
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9123-126th St.
QUEEN MARY!! Beautiful, RENOVATED, clean 7 bedroom 5 bath home in GREAT location. Main features: LARGE living room with gas fireplace, Dining, SPACIOUS Kitchen with nook leading to sundeck, Family room, Master with ensuite and walk in closet, 2.5 baths & 3 more bedrooms plus security system. Basement features 2+1 bedroom suite & laundry room. Recent renos include: new carpet, laminate floors, baseboard, 2 inch blinds, new paint inside and out. Large fenced private yard. BONUS: PAVED driveway along side of home to get to your Huge 10x20 shed & back yard. Close to shopping, transit, schools and recreation with easy access to Scott road, Nordel way, King George Hwy & skytrain. Move in condition.
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$485,000
Coquitlam
Panorama Ridge
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15074 88TH AV SPARKLING and CLEAN ready to move in home. CENTRAL location steps to all amenities shopping, transit, schools and bridges. This home has been FULLY UPDATED. Updates include windows, kitchen cabinets and countertops, tiles, laminate, appliances, leafgaurd gutters and a FRESH coat of paint. Outside enjoy year round BBQ on your large covered deck or relax in the beachcomber hot tub in it's own PRIVATE gazebo. Enjoy room for the inlaws in the large 2 bedroom suite great mortgage helper. LANE access with a NEW carport and tons of open parking for RV or boat in the fully FENCED back yard. Act fast this home is priced to sell.
301 CAPE HORN PL
12914 54A AV
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