Vancouver Townhouse Blog October 25, 2013 · 3 min read From Sandbar to Superstar: The Artistic Granville Island Before it became an area dedicated to the arts, the beautiful Granville Island had humble origins as a mere sandbar. The sandbar held up the old Granville Street bridge around the late 19th century, thus residents began calling the island Granville, even after the site became industrialized, attracting many manufacturers. Many came to the island for […]
Vancouver Townhouse Blog October 18, 2013 · 3 min read Understanding the Pros of Buying vs Renting in the Vancouver Real Estate Market There are so many exciting things going on in Vancouver that it’s hardly a surprise that many people consider moving there. This August alone, the city has exciting events like the Kitsilano Showboat Festival lined up. Now on its 78th year, this exciting event features live music in the picturesque Kitsilano Beach. If you prefer […]
Vancouver Townhouse Blog October 11, 2013 · 3 min read Choosing Your Top 3 Outdoor Activities in Vancouver Vancouver, the largest city in British Columbia, has been regarded as one of the best cities in the world to live in. This liveability ranking is not an empty boast, as this urban oasis has many things going for it including top-flight social, economic, and educational services in place. The city’s well-planned urban development makes […]
Vancouver Townhouse Blog October 4, 2013 · 2 min read A Look into Seasonal Activities that Take Advantage of the Wonderful Vancouver Weather When people plan to relocate, they first check the new location’s liveability factor. This can be gauged by looking into the cost of living, income tax, job prospects, healthcare system, and public infrastructure. A good source for all of this information is the Economist Intelligence Unit’s liveability ranking, where last year’s “Most Liveable Cities” ranking […]
Vancouver Townhouse Blog August 23, 2013 · 3 min read Know Why to Use a RE/MAX Agent When Buying a Townhouse in Vancouver After months of showing little to no signs of improvement, the real estate market in Canada might be turning out for the better in the latter part of the year. Thanks to the 3.6 percent increase in home sales last May, now might be a good time for you to start working with realtors like […]
Vancouver Townhouse Blog August 15, 2013 · 3 min read A Period of Opportunities: Vancouver Real Estate Bubble Speculations Demystified A real estate bubble is characterized by a steep increase in property prices, followed by a drastic drop,—which is when the bubble bursts, so to speak. Such an event occurs periodically due to the effects of market forces; and impacts on various participants. Buyers, sellers, lenders, real estate agents, investors, and others players all feel, […]
Vancouver Townhouse Blog July 25, 2013 · 2 min read Exciting Summer Fun for Families in Vancouver: Activities to Do Vancouver draws a considerable vacation crowd in the summertime, in spite of the area’s infamously warm climate. In fact, it’s considered the second driest Canadian city in the summer, next to Victoria. Locals, tourists, and weekenders can enjoy a great deal of fun summertime activities within this delightful city. Due to Vancouver’s diverse geographical layout, […]
Vancouver Townhouse Blog July 25, 2013 · 2 min read Vancouver Top Beaches 101: Top Family Destinations for the Summer Vancouver experienced an unusually cold spring this year. Yet, it seems that Mother Nature intends to compensate for this, as she ushers in an exceptionally warm summer. In fact, meteorologists from Accuweather.com predict that this year may experience one of the top ten warmest summers of all time. Summertime is when you might want to […]
Vancouver Townhouse Blog July 2, 2013 · 2 min read Owning a Vancouver Townhouse: A Lot of Living for Much Less Trouble If you’re looking for a home your family could live comfortably in, there are many available options in Vancouver’s real estate market. While you could opt for a single-family home or a condominium, a well-appointed Vancouver Townhouse offers more advantages. Here are some of the benefits to buying a townhouse: More outdoor spaces & less […]
Vancouver Townhouse Blog June 26, 2013 · 2 min read SoMa Living Now Selling in Mt. Pleasant SoMa Living (aptly named for the South Main community of Vancouver) is Mount Pleasant’s newest townhouse development and is located at 16th and St. George. A collaboration between Birmingham & Wood Architects and Open Concept Development, SoMa Living is a sleek collection of 12 modern townhomes boasting 1, 2, and 3 bedroom floorplans with 2+ den […]
Vancouver Townhouse Blog June 19, 2013 · 1 min read Oak Townhomes Coming to Oakridge Fall 2013 Oak, the newest Vancouver development project by Listraor Homes in collaboration with Merrick Architecture (Dolce and Vita at Symphony Place and Millenium Water at False Creek) is a collection of 33 modern townhomes located in the coveted Oakridge neighborhood. Construction has already begun on this townhome project and is slated for completion Fall 2013. Located […]
Vancouver Townhouse Blog June 19, 2013 · 2 min read 5 on the Drive: Now Selling Commercial Drive’s Newest Townhomes 5 on the Drive, Commercial Drive’s newest townhouse project by TMC Developments, in collaboration with Pioneer Engineering Consultants Ltd., G3 Architecture Inc., and Aqua-Coast Engineering Ltd. is a modern homage to the drive’s distinct eclectic history, multi-national setting and charm. The design and development team sought to maximize every inch of prized real estate for […]
