Late April 2019 Picks by Roomvu
Every 2 weeks, our staff puts together a list of properties worthy of taking a peek at. Why? Because these properties are listed below their government assessment value, under 1 million dollars, and fresh in the market. Scroll down for our top picks.
How does the BC government calculate assessed values?
BC Assessment, a government organization, analyzes each property’s unique factors, just like how a home buyer would consider a potential home. These factors include and are not limited to:
- Size
- Layout
- Shape
- Age
- Finish quality
- Number of garages
- The condition of the building
- Services in the area, location, views
- Neighbourhood
- Recent sales of properties with similar characteristics
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Courtesy of Maggie Zhu PREC*
This is a 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom Condo listed for sale by agent Maggie Zhu PREC* of Nu Stream Realty Inc. They are asking $599000 while the assessed value for this property is $864000.
This property features:
Come enjoy this cozy southwest corner unit, 2 bdrm, 2 bathroom, 2 balconies with excellent convenience. MOVE-IN READY for 55+. Approx 1220 sq ft. located on the main floor, the unit boasts an excellent floor plan, lots of windows, 3-way fireplace, good size partially covered balcony, spacious kitchen and more. 1 secured parking, 1 storage, a guest suite, a clubhouse and a workshop. Extra convenient access to the storage locker and the parking spot. The building is built with rainscreen technology and well maintained by a pro-active strata council. Within 1 block walk, you can have a morning coffee at Starbucks, a pub lunch at the Queens Cross and great grocery shopping at the Queensdale Market. Direct bus 232 at the door, close access to Hwy1.
2. 111 1910 CHESTERFIELD AVENUE: $799.00K (-17.24% of assessed value)
Courtesy of Tony Rossetti
This is a 3 bedrooms, 3 bathroom Townhouse listed for sale by agent Tony Rossetti of RE/MAX Rossetti Realty. They are asking $799000 while the assessed value for this property is $965500.
This property features:
Great value townhome in a sought-after Central Lonsdale location. Offering 2 or 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, & over 1,500 sq/ft of finished living space (w/ an additional 174 sq/ft of enclosed solariums). The main floor features lovely oak hardwood floors, a city-sized kitchen, & open plan living room/dining room with sliders to a 10’ x 10’ solarium. Upstairs offers 2 bedrooms incl. a spacious master w/ enclosed balcony, & a large 4 piece bath. The finished lower level includes direct access to the secure underground parking, a utility/storage room, 3 piece bath, & a multi-purpose bdrm/family room with access to a patio and small self-contained yard. Owner-occupied strata. Pets allowed with strata approval. Central location walking distance to all amenities.
3. 1704 1550 FERN STREET: $829.90K (-14.27% of assessed value)
Courtesy of Eva Yuen
This is a 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom Condo listed for sale by agent Eva Yuen of Royal Pacific Realty Corp. They are asking $829900 while the assessed value for this property is $968000.
This property features:
Welcome to the BEACON at Seylynn Village, designed by DENNA HOMES an award-winning development company. This fabulous unit features floor to ceiling triple pane windows, Beautiful captivating Views, a great floor plan, 2 beds, 2 full baths, a spacious Den and a covered balcony with a gas outlet connection. Enjoy prestigious building amenities including a 14,000 sqft Club with an indoor pool, party room, fitness centre, guest suites, concierge, party rooms, bike storage, dog wash and much more! Be a part of a booming and vibrant community with local shops, schools, and restaurants, parks and recreation all within walking distance.
4. 505 121 W 29TH STREET: $499.00K (-12.91% of assessed value)
Courtesy of Helen Grant PREC*
This is a 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom Condo listed for sale by agent Helen Grant PREC* of RE/MAX Crest Realty. They are asking $499000 while the assessed value for this property is $573000.
This property features:
2 bedroom – 2 bathroom PENTHOUSE features 959 sq ft, 9′ ceilings w/ living room skylight! You’ll appreciate this bright spacious home freshly painted w/ new carpets throughout. In-suite laundry, hot water tank, gas fireplace & large balcony w/ storage. One parking & one locker included. Fully rain screened building with Guest suite, indoor swimming pool, hot tub, recreation room, library, workshop and hobby area.
5. 309 2004 FULLERTON AVENUE: $479.00K (-12.75% of assessed value)
Courtesy of Tony Rossetti
This is a 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom Condo listed for sale by agent Tony Rossetti of RE/MAX Rossetti Realty. They are asking $479000 while the assessed value for this property is $549000.
This property features:
Great opportunity for a renovation project for first-time buyers or investors! Rarely available 09 corner unit at the Whytecliff Building at Woodcroft Estates. Offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, & over 800 sq/ft with a terrific SE exposure & seasonal Capilano river views. Featuring a traditional layout w/ galley kitchen & L-shaped dining/living room with windows on each side & access to an enclosed balcony. The two bedrooms offer good separation, w/ the second room including a built-in murphy bed. Completing the space is the 4 bath & an in-suite storage rm. Includes a separate storage locker & one parking. Rentals allowed, no pets. Numerous recent building upgrades and great amenities including an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, exercise room, and more. In need of further updates & priced accordingly.
6. PH2 1033 ST. GEORGES AVENUE: $872.00K (-12.71% of assessed value)
Courtesy of Michael Schelhaas
This is a 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom Condo listed for sale by agent Michael Schelhaas of RE/MAX Crest Realty. They are asking $872000 while the assessed value for this property is $999000.
This property features:
Villa St.Georges by Heatherbrae, Northwest Corner Penthouse suite in one of Central Lonsdale’s premier low rises, built in 2011. The suite offers 2 bedrooms + den, 2 bathrooms and 2 large balcony/sundecks, with cool cross breezes. Finishes include wide plank oak hardwood flooring, Caesarstone counter tops and rich walnut cabinetry. An abundance of floor to ceiling windows + vaulted ceilings add for an extremely bright suite. All this with large room sizes for your home sized furniture and ample space for entertaining. Steps to all amenities of the Lonsdale corridor.
7. 2896 MT SEYMOUR PARKWAY: $929.00K (-12.36% of assessed value)
Courtesy of Ronnie Wong
This is a 3 bedrooms, 3 bathroom Townhouse listed for sale by agent Ronnie Wong of Selmak Realty Limited. They are asking $929000 while the assessed value for this property is $1060000.
This property features:
Best Location! The most popular townhome in the area. One of the best units in the complex: extremely quiet, morning sun in the family room, afternoon sun in the living/dining room with sliding door to a patio backing onto greenbelt. The main level has a spacious living room + dining room, family room off the gourmet kitchen, 2 pcs washroom while the upper level offers a good size master ensuite + 2 bedrooms + 1 full bath, den is a bonus. Single garage + 1 open space parking beside garage. Ongoing upgrades have been done to this house-like unit. Close to all levels of schools, Ron Andrew Rec Centre, Golf Course & Ski areas. Don’t miss this well-maintained home, move in right away.
8. TH1 155 W 1ST STREET: $959.00K (-11.94% of assessed value)
Courtesy of Kit Matkaluk
This is a 2 bedrooms, 3 bathroom Townhouse listed for sale by agent Kit Matkaluk of Oakwyn Realty Ltd. They are asking $959000 while the assessed value for this property is $1089000.
This property features:
Welcome to townhome living at the TIME building in Lower Lonsdale! This lovely two level, 2 bed and den, 3 bath home has 1240 sqft of living space and takes advantage of peek-a-boo water and city views from the master bedroom. Great floor plan with private, ground level entry. Both bedrooms up are ensuite and have a bathroom on the main level. Unit includes a gas cooktop and fireplace, in-suite laundry upstairs, very bright and private outdoor patio off the living room, secured underground parking with attached large storage locker. Pets/rentals allowed and just steps from Lonsdale Quay Market, Seawall, shopping, restaurants, and parks.
9. 1978 PURCELL WAY: $730.00K (-11.92% of assessed value)
Courtesy of Teresa Comeau
This is a 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom Townhouse listed for sale by agent Teresa Comeau of RE/MAX Select Realty. They are asking $730000 while the assessed value for this property is $828800.
This property features:
Affordable townhome in one of the best locations in Purcell Woods that back onto green space. The main floor has a spacious eat-in kitchen with sliding doors onto a walkout patio that is perfect for BBQing and outdoor living. The bright and open dining/living room has wood floors, a gas fireplace and open onto a south facing patio. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms and on the lower level, there is a rec room that could be used as another bedroom or office if you need it. This family-friendly complex has a playground, swimming pool, sauna and is steps from world-class biking and hiking. Conveniently located next to Capilano University plus minutes to Second Narrows Bridge and downtown access.
10. 901 1320 CHESTERFIELD AVENUE: $949.00K (-11.80% of assessed value)
Courtesy of Brent Eilers
This is a 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom Condo listed for sale by agent Brent Eilers of RE/MAX Masters Realty. They are asking $949000 while the assessed value for this property is $1076000.
This property features:
Welcome to the prestigious “Vista Place” complex… a “Leed” certified environmental building built by Intracorp. Unbelievable value for this two bed/two bath suite with stunning city, water and mountain views. Cozy S.E. corner unit with lots of windows. Very sunny and bright, fabulous city lights at night. In-suite laundry, bike room and a nicely equipped exercise room. Bonus… high-quality amenities room and a one-bedroom guest suite available at a very reasonable rate of $65.00 per night! Outstanding location within walking distance to everything including shopping, restaurants, transit, recreation and medical facilities! Spacious 18″x7′ deck for evening cocktails Move-In condition.
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