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Daily Vancouver Loft Update - 242


The following downtown Vancouver lofts have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 125 2556 E HASTINGS ST - V848002

• $369,000
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 832 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dexter Associates Realty

# 603 1228 HOMER ST - V848074

• $569,000
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 721 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Masters Realty

# 303 1066 HAMILTON ST - V848008

• $599,000
• 1 bed, 2 baths
• 1,002 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dexter Associates Realty

# 104 1241 HOMER ST - V848057

• $699,900
• 1 bed, 2 baths
• 980 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Crest Westside (VanW7)



Daily Vancouver Loft Update - 239


The following downtown Vancouver lofts have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 207 233 ABBOTT ST - V847865

• $299,000
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 675 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Crest Realty Westside



Daily Vancouver Loft Update - 237


The following downtown Vancouver lofts have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 302 53 W HASTINGS ST - V847632

• $344,900
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 567 Sq.Ft.
Paris Block Lofts in Gastown Vancouver
Listed by Royal LePage City Centre

 

# 709 33 W PENDER ST - V847535

• $399,900
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 626 Sq.Ft.
"33" Lofts in Crosstown
Listed by Sutton Centre Realty

 



Daily Vancouver Loft Update - 236


The following downtown Vancouver lofts have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 10 1227 E 7TH AV - V847400

• $349,800
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 886 Sq.Ft.
Mount Pleasant Loft Live/Work style
Listed by Macdonald Realty Ltd. (Van)

 

# 806 718 MAIN ST - V847511

• $349,900
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 667 Sq.Ft.
Ginger in Chinatown
Listed by RE/MAX Ken Leong

 



Daily Vancouver Loft Update - 235


The following downtown Vancouver lofts have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 307 336 E 1ST AV - V847269

• $449,000
• 2 beds, 1 bath
• 1,079 Sq.Ft.
Artech Lofts in Mount Pleasant Vancouver
Listed by Dexter Associates Realty

 



Daily Vancouver Loft Update - 234


The following downtown Vancouver lofts have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 501 33 W PENDER ST - V845875

• $374,900
• 0 bed, 1 bath
• 619 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Ken Leong
33 Pender Lofts.

 

# 4 280 E 6TH AV - V846319

• $374,900
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 700 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sutton Grp-West Coast Realty
Brewery Creek

 

# 607 168 POWELL ST - V845363

• $378,800
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 624 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Prompton Real Estate Serv.Inc.
Smart Loft/Condos in Gastown

 

# 304 53 W HASTINGS ST - V846312

• $379,900
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 732 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sutton Grp-West Coast Realty
Paris Block Lofts in Gastown

 

# 811 22 E CORDOVA ST - V845302

• $399,000
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 722 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate Services

 

# 222 55 E CORDOVA ST - V845963

• $414,800
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 865 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Park Georgia Realty Ltd.
Koret Lofts in Gastown

 

# 510 428 W 8TH AV - V846566

• $424,900
• 1 bed, 2 baths
• 709 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dexter Associates Realty
XL Lofts in Cambie

 

# 204 869 BEATTY ST - V846036

• $425,000
• 0 bed, 1 bath
• 707 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Select Properties
Hooper Building Lofts

 

# 608 1333 W GEORGIA ST - V846673

• $438,000
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 670 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Century 21 In Town Realty
The Qube in Coal Harbour

 

# 307 336 E 1ST AV - V847269

• $449,000
• 2 beds, 1 bath
• 1,079 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dexter Associates Realty
Artech Lofts in Mount Pleasant

 

# 6 1227 E 7TH AV - V846145

• $449,900
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 857 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Royal LePage City Centre
Live Work Style lofts in Mount Pleasant

 

# 1007 1333 W GEORGIA ST - V845178

• $449,900
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 670 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Royal LePage Westside
Qube One Bedroom Condo

 

# 1508 1333 W GEORGIA ST - V846733

• $469,900
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 670 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX All Points Realty Grp.
1 Bedroom Condo at The Qube in Vancouver

 

# 308 1178 HAMILTON ST - V845576

• $500,000
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 750 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Crest Westside (VanW7)
The Hamilton Heritage Yaletown Loft Building

 

# 303 869 BEATTY ST - V846103

• $549,000
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 993 Sq.Ft.
Listed by TRG-The Residential Group Rlty
Hooper Building in Downtown Vancouver

 

# 1004 289 ALEXANDER ST - V846392

• $549,800
• 1 bed, 2 baths
• 849 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sutton Grp-West Coast Realty
The Edge Lofts in Gastown Vancouver

 

# 201 1066 HAMILTON ST - V846350

• $598,000
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 950 Sq.Ft.
Listed by TRG Downtown Realty
Yaletown Heritage Loft

 

# 809 1333 W GEORGIA ST - V846879

• $608,000
• 2 beds, 2 baths
• 940 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sutton Grp West Coast (Van49)
Qube Two Bedroom Condo

 

# 508 256 E 2ND AV - V846574

• $615,000
• 2 beds, 2 baths
• 907 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Select Properties
Mainspace Lofts in Mount Pleasant

 

# 210 1811 W 16TH AV - V847122

• $699,800
• 2 beds, 2 baths
• 1,146 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Vancouver Management Ltd.
Cedar Mews, Heritage Lofts on the Westside

 

# 201 2055 YUKON ST - V846131

• $739,000
• 2 beds, 2 baths
• 1,036 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dexter Associates Realty
Mount Pleasant Condo

 

# 304 36 WATER ST - V845765

• $768,000
• 2 beds, 2 baths
• 1,535 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Crest Westside (VanW7)
Gastown Two Level Loft at Terminus

 

# 603 55 E CORDOVA ST - V846002

• $799,000
• 1 bed, 2 baths
• 1,383 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Blu Realty
Koret Lofts Penthouse

 

# 1305 1306 - 1333 W GEORGIA ST - V845426

• $1,550,000
• 2 beds, 3 baths
• 1,505 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dexter Associates Realty
Qube One-of-a-kind special Suite

 

# 402 4387 W 10TH AV - V845741

• $1,588,000
• 3 beds, 3 baths
• 1,668 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate Services
Architectural loft at Roar One Vancouver

 



New Listing # 402 4387 W 10TH AV, Vancouver, BC


V845741 - # 402 4387 W 10TH AV, Vancouver, , CANADAView my new listing for sale at # 402 4387 W 10TH AV, Vancouver and currently listed at 1588000.

Listed By: RE/MAX Real Estate Services. Roar One! Winner of the Lieutenant Governor's award for architectural design this exclusive residence of concrete and glass construction is sleek and contemporary. Experience penthouse living at it's finest: Soaring ceiling height and heated concrete floors are a dramatic backdrop to the beautiful ocean and mountain views, exemplified by the floor to ceiling glass. Enjoy the luxury of Wenge cabinetry, Karadon countertops and aluminum sliding door system in this spacious 2 level layout with 3 bedrooms up and boasting numerous terraces. 2 parking stalls, large storage area + maintenance includes heat and gas. Experience the Point Grey lifestyle: 10th Ave shops, beaches galore and Pacific Spirit Park all steps away.

Roar One - Loft for sale - #402 4387 W10th Ave Point Grey


Iconic Architectural Loft for sale at Roar One

#402 4387 W 10th Ave

Large 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1668 sq.ft. top floor loft, with large South Facing patio.  Now this unique loft is for sale.  This is amongst the most disirable high-end modernist loft buildings in Vancouver. Stunning architecture, Point Grey Location, and seamless clean high-efficiency design in one composition.  Read our extensive building information page about Roar One at 4387 W 10th Ave with plenty of photos.

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MLS Comments: Roar One! Winner of the Lieutenant Governor's award for architectural design this exclusive residence of concrete & glass construction is sleek & contemporary. Experience penthouse living at it's finest: Soaring ceiling height & heated concrete floors are a dramatic backdrop to the beautiful ocean & mountain views, exemplified by the floor to ceiling glass. Enjoy the luxury of Wenge cabinetry, Karadon countertops & aluminum sliding door system in this spacious 2 level layout with 3 bedrooms up & boasting numerous terraces. 2 parking stalls, large storage area + maintenance includes heat & gas. Experience the Point Grey lifestyle: 10th Ave shops, beaches galore & Pacific Spirit Park all steps away. Listed By: RE/MAX Real Estate Services
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402 roar one patio

bedrooms    location    Vancouver 
bathrooms    age   
view    city & mountains  taxes    $4,586 in 2009
sq ft    1,668 Sq.Ft. strata fees  
$800 
price    $1,588,000  mls®#    V845741 

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402 roar one master bedroom

 



Project Qube - Introduction - Before Photos


The Project Qube Begins

 

At Albrighton Real Estate we have picked up a unit at the Qube.  It is an ’05 Floor plan, the junior one bedroom 560 sq.ft., New York loft style condo.  We are going to be doing blogs and articles about this unit, upgrades, and modern pieces/furniture that work within its small space.  You can use these tips as you renovate your own modern condo.  These tips and strategies are brought to you with industry experience and hopefully are great examples to help you.  If you are planning to modernize your space or get it ready to sell, you can use these strategies as they will enhance and open concept condo because they have been designed around “opening up a space”.  They are generally desirable among the type of buyers who look for modern styled condos or lofts in Vancouver.    

The theme will be base around keeping the plan open, flexible, bright and functional.  The views from this unit are very beautiful so plenty of detail inside won’t be necessary.  The goal is to upgrade the floors, brighten the space, utilize the best options for storage, use furnishings that are complementary to the “open plan” theme and eventually upgrade the kitchen to a sleek European design white kitchen.  Stay tuned for more.   And continue to follow our blog.   I would love to answer any questions or.

These are the “before photos” that were taken when the unit was on the market before it was purchased.   

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Modern Contemporary Lofts for sale


VANCOUVER MODERN CONTEMPORARY HERITAGE LOFTS FOR SALE

 

Within the nieghbourhoods of Yaletown, Gastown, and Crosstown, these four properites stand out for great value and design.

SELECT THIS PROPERTY LINK: http://mlslink.mlxchange.com/Pub/EmailView.asp?r=1963048665&s=BRC&t=BRC reciprocity_logo 2 now
 (click on the building name to see the building information page)

 

New Yorker#407 1066 Hamilton St - New Yorker - Yaletown - This is a Loft conversion building which was first built in 1911.  This unit has retained more of its original character, it offers 930 sq.ft., and underground parking stall, exposed wood beams and brick.  This unit has plenty of potential as the kitchen and bathrooms are more basic. Priced at $599,000, listed by Sutton Grp-West Coast Realty.

 

 

 

 

 

Bowman Lofts#302 528 Beatty St - Bowman Lofts - Crosstown - This is located between Yaletown and Gastown.  This is a very beautiful two level heritage conversion loft.  This is a character two level loft within the same building.  The units below the 7th floors have the exposed brick, concrete, and wood beams.  The designer did a beautiful job blending modern elements within an old space.  You have the old world charm with today's top of line modern fixtures.  This is a large two bathroom 1217 sq.ft. loft with space for a second bedroom.  Similar units have sold much higher in the past.  Priced at $699,900.  Listed by Macdonald Realty Ltd. Vancouver.

 

 

 

Greenshields Loft Vancouver#406 345 Water St - Greensheilds - Gastown - The Greenshields is a boutique heritage loft conversion style building converted in 2004 into 22 suites. Refurbished detailed brick facades, wood casement windows and carved sandstone capitols featuring original maple hardwood floors, exposed brick and concrete, high 8'9" and 11' ceiling heights, honed granite and stone counters. Award-winning Alda Pereira's design with brick & concrete architectural elements located on Gastown's best block.  This unit faces North towards the Mountains and Ocean.  It doesn't included a parking stall, but a rental spots are possible. Priced at $589,000.  Listed by Sutton Grp-West Coast Realty.

 

 

Koret Lofts#213 55 E Cordova - Koret Lofts - Gastown - This unique building is located at Cordova and Carrall, it is a very nice designer conversion building.  I haven't seen a listing with parking under $500,000 in quite a while, this listing was just reduced.  Its 1100 sq.ft. and includes a parking stall at $499,000.  The interiors are beautiful, exposed concrete, wood, venting, brick and more.  These are true lofts with great architecture.  Priced at $499,000.  Listed by Sutton Grp-West Coast Realty.



Daily Vancouver Loft Update - 221


The following downtown Vancouver lofts have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 607 168 POWELL ST - V845363

• $378,800
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 624 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Prompton Real Estate Serv.Inc.

# 1305 1333 W GEORGIA ST - V845426

• $1,550,000
• 2 beds, 3 baths
• 1,505 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dexter Associates Realty



Vancouver Lofts for sale with large patios


LARGE PATIO LOFTS FOR SALE IN VANCOUVER

 

Its Patio season, and plenty of clients are demanding nice lofts with large patios, decks, and balconies suited for entertaining, BBQ's, and getting some sun.  Follow the MLS link and read the property notes below.  If you are looking for a Vancouver Loft or special property with a patio space, please don't hesitate to call us.

 

PROPERTY LINK WITH FULL MLS DETAILS:  reciprocity_logo 2 now

http://mlslink.mlxchange.com/Pub/EmailView.asp?r=1821105680&s=BRC&t=BRC


PROPERTY NOTES BY PAUL ALBRIGHTON:
546 beatty st patio
#703 546 Beatty St - Crane Building - 546 Beatty is a cool heritage conversion building, completed in 2009, most suites in the building are worth closer to $500,000, the penthouses are special with lots of outdoor space and modern styling, extra details, and great design.  Listed by Tac Real Estate Corp.


#605 28 Powell St - Powell Lane - This is an older Gastown loft building.  Located just off of Water St, this unit has over 1600 sq.ft. and a nice sunny 661 sq.ft. patio.  The pictures don't show it well, but it is an open concept unit with high bright 16' high ceilings.


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#503 1275 Hamilton St - Alda - This is a beautiful heritage conversion building, it was completed in 2002, they have a warm New York Modern loft feel with original wood beams that are exposed, and nice dark walnut wood floors.  This unit has 2 beds, 2 baths, and a great sized patio (approximately 250 sq.ft).  The finish and quality a very nice.  It also has two parking stalls and an extra large storage locker, which is very rare in Yaletown.   Listed by Macdonald Realty Ltd.


#PH6 1155 Mainland St - Del Prado - This is the penthouse suite at Del Prado with the rooftop patio.  The suite is nice with good space.  It does need some updates.  The bathrooms and kitchen are quite dated and in need of replacement/upgrades.  The rooftop deck is near some of the rooftop mechanicals which make some noise, and split up the space, but a very good price overall.

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#PH1 1178 Hamilton St - The Hamilton - This is another heritage conversion, completed in 1997, this is a beautiful heritage building, and this has a great sized private rooftop deck.  The inside is very spacious with 12' ceilings, and has room to build a 2nd bedroom.  Listed by Sutton Grp-West Coast Realty.
 

#404 1066 Hamilton St - “The New Yorker” - This is a great central Yaletown conversion heritage building.  This is a two level loft which is very rare in a heritage building.  Here you get 1300 sq.ft. and a nice blend of classic and modern design.  This unit has had plenty of custom renovations.   There is a 500 sq.ft. private rooftop patio.


#801 1280 Richards St - The Grace - This is the second phase of the Grace development by James Schouw. Again, timeless gothic/classic design matched with a taste of Tuscany in a modern setting. The Grace tower at 1280 Richards street offers true quality and luxury. From limestone style floors, 10' ceilings, and ultra high doorways, this one-of-a-kind Yaletown inspired building is amongst the most unique developements in the City.  The building also includes a Rolls Royce driving service for $1/min.


#2602 1055 Homer St - Domus Penthouse - This is a completely customized penthouse in Yaletown.  Domus is a great higher-end Yaletown tower.  This unit is very special with amount of custom upgrades, the views, and outdoor space.  Its 1900 sq.ft. inside with an 842 sq.ft. patio.  Nicely priced at $1,799,000.

 

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Daily Vancouver Loft Update - 218


The following downtown Vancouver lofts have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 811 22 E CORDOVA ST - V845302

• $399,000
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 722 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate Services

# 1007 1333 W GEORGIA ST - V845178

• $449,900
• 1 bed, 1 bath
• 670 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Royal LePage Westside

# 401 2635 PRINCE EDWARD ST - V845239

• $599,000
• 2 beds, 2 baths
• 861 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dexter Associates Realty



Daily Vancouver Loft Update - 217


The following downtown Vancouver lofts have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 1606 1238 SEYMOUR ST - V844894

• $219,000
• 0 bed, 1 bath
• 372 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sutton Grp West Coast (Van49)

# 1411 1333 W GEORGIA ST - V844962

• $335,000
• 0 bed, 1 bath
• 420 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Macdonald Realty Westmar



Recently Sold Listing # 705 1333 W GEORGIA ST, Vancouver, BC


V807454 - # 705 1333 W GEORGIA ST, Vancouver, , CANADAI have just recently sold this listing at # 705 1333 W GEORGIA ST, Vancouver.

Daily Vancouver Loft Update - 216


The following Downtown Vancouver lofts have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 1102 933 SEYMOUR ST - V844858

• $395,000
• 1 bed, 1 bath loft at The Spot
• 597 Sq.Ft. two level loft
Listed by Sutton Grp-West Coast Realty

 

# 703 33 W PENDER ST - V844663

• $498,000
• 1 bed, 1 bath loft at 33 Pender
• 764 Sq.Ft. open concept loft style condo
Listed by Sutton Grp-West Coast Realty

 

# 1502 1333 W GEORGIA ST - V844800

• $689,000
• 2 beds, 2 baths condo at The Qube Vancouver
• 940 Sq.Ft. corner unit with views
Listed by Sutton Grp-West Coast Realty

 



Spotlight - Modern Clean Line Condo buildings in Vancouver


Clean Modernist Condos - Vancouver Architecture for you

These are not true lofts, but do get considered "loft style condos".  Why?  Open concept design, continueos clean lines, high ceilings, visually unique designs on the inside and out, and becuase of the extra details put in from the original construction date.

 

PURE - European Inspired "Purism" Design

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Pure 1252 Hornby St - Features open concept designed high quality condos.  Properties at Pure have ceiling heights from 8'6" up to 11"  high giving a great sense of open space.  The use of very "white and clean" designs, complimented with either white ceramic tile floors or a bleached style engineered hardwood floors make each room for together.  The well-thought-out kitchens are compact and practical, inspired by European designers.  The appliances are slightly smaller, touched off with dark wood with no contours, minimal handles, and white ceaser stone counter tops.  All the fixtures used throughout the apartments are of stainless steel and high quality, giving a "quality" feel to opening every door or cabinet.  

Directly Above: Front of Pure from the street

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The bathrooms have minimal chrome touches, and "acid-wash" style wall tiles, topped off with floating style mirrors. Some of the condos at Pure have open bedrooms only separated by lower 4-5' pony walls allowing for more light and unique floor plans.  When you get to the higher floors there are some great views of Downtown, False Creek, and South Western Ocean.  Most suties are complimented with a larger than average sized balcony ideal for a BBQ and patio chairs.  The attention to detail, design, and aesthetics put Pure amongst the top of the list for Modern "Clean-Lines" Condos.    Constructed in 2009 by Bogner Developments Ltd.  

 

 

 

THE QUBE - "Timless Form, Changing Function"

V744747_101_12Qube 1333 W Georgia St - Features open concept modern condos.  The Qube was originally constructed in 1969 as a "structuralism" masterpiece.  It has a core tower which suspends the remainder of the building from the top of the tower.  This suspended design has only been used twice in North America.  Most of the Qube's life was used as a commercial building and has also been the building used on film sets in the past.  The residential conversion was completed in 2006.  At that time the developer Anthem Properties enhanced the strength the building by wrapping the core of the tower in a type of Carbon Fibre.  Numerous structural upgrades were made, a new 

glass exterior was fitted, and clean contemporary designed layouts were composed.  Inside the Qube today you will find beautiful spacious studios, New York Style One bedroom lofts, two sizes of typical one bedrooms plans with large living rooms, and the corners of the tower are made into 940 sq.ft. two bedroom plans.  Units facing North have beautiful Coal Harbour/Stanley Park Views.  The building is known as "classically" modern with its heritage and unique architecture.  The Qube was ahead of the time in 1969 and it still is today. 

 

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Each suite at the Qube has been very well thought out, and there are no angles within any of the floor plans, utilizing all spaces, and complimenting the exterior "Qube" look.  The kitchens and bathrooms have been fitted with high-quality stone surfaces, wood cabinetry, and top of the line Kitchen Aid appliances.   The bathrooms are spacious with seperate tubs, walk-in showers, marble surfaces, and floating style mirros. This building is in a great location and offers a type of home that is special and truly unique.


 

Above Right:  The Qube at Night - Developer promotional photos.    Directly Above: A New York Loft style unit