Bridget Ross Real Estate
36 E. 5th Ave V5T 1G8 Vancouver, BC, Canada

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Worth a read.... Time to address the housing crisis of low inventory and high prices.

Vancouver in the 70's had a very different skyline compared to today. Although the stunning mountains remain the same, we've had quite a few new additions to the city since then. It's always fun to look back and compare to today!

Prior to purchasing your next home, you'll want to do a thorough inspection. Bathrooms are especially known to be a source of mould and leaks, and require extra attention. To ensure no issues arise after a sale, it's recommended that you turn on faucets and tubs to ensure they drain, keep an eye out for cracked tiles, and that you assess any dampness around the toilet.

This year, townhouses are predicted to have high appeal throughout Greater Vancouver. Not only do they provide additional space, but they do so without the added costs that arise with a detached home. And, with so much time spent at home this last year, they also provide that much needed outside space. However, prior to looking, it's important to understand townhome terminology, including the difference between a freehold and strata property.... In my years as a realtor, I've helped many clients buy and sell their townhomes, and I'd love to be of assistance to you too. Please reach out with any questions. Bridget Ross Stilhavn Real Estate Services (604) 805-6820

It has been a long year, but I think the people of British Columbia have done a great job in staying safe. We have been lucky to still have access to coffee shops, stores, gyms and restaurants for the last 6 months and we appreciate all those whose jobs put them on the front line every day. Thank you Stilhavn for supplying us with stylish masks and keeping our office and work environment safe as well!

This spacious two bedroom, 2 bathroom condo is located in Champlain Village, a quiet development in South East Vancouver. Right around the corner you will conveniently find Champlain Square, which offers every variety of shop and service you could need, from grocery stores to the local library. If you are being priced out of some of the busier markets like Kitsilano, Fairview or Main, try exploring other corners of Vancouver, like Champlain heights.... Bridget Ross Stilhavn Real Estate Services (604) 805-6820

Not everything has to 'go' during a renovation often times you'll want to blend old and new. This kitchen has developed its own personality with original floors, a coffered ceiling, and stunning marble counters. Photo: Melissa Dalton

First rendition of the Oakridge Mall 1960! I was born in 1962 and would visit Santa and his reindeer in the inner courtyard near Woodwards. Anyone remember that? Future Oakridge will include 2600 new homes, a new library and community centre, indoor AND outdoor shopping, a rooftop park, outdoor dining and more!

102-1595 West 14th Ave Fairview Buying into a Co-operative building can be great value! I just helped my client buy a lovely apartment in South Granville, 900 sq. ft for under $600,000. Built in 1953, it is a concrete building with spacious rooms and convenient shopping nearby. A great lifestyle choice.... Bridget Ross Stilhavn Real Estate Services 604-805-6820

A new development may be arriving within the Cambie Corridor! This exciting project would add 3 condo buildings composed of 133 units at 35th and Ash. Built primarily for families, the existing proposal indicates that it will be 45% 2 bedroom units, and 21% 3 bedroom units.... Amenities will also be plentiful, with 242 bicycle parking spaces, and large, child-friendly rooftop decks. This is certainly one to watch for! Developer: Alabaster Homes (@alabasterhomes)

Happy New Year! To kick off 2021, I'm excited to share with you my January Market Report. I've also added new resources to my website. Whether you're a first time home buyer, a growing family, or a Baby Boomer who is downsizing, you'll find industry insights to help you with your next purchase.... www.bridgetross.ca

I am in the process of looking for a new home so I understand. As a realtor, it is a great experience to be on the same path as my clients!

This dining room's accent wall helps make it an inviting space. To make the effect of the accent wall more subtle, place furniture and decorative pieces against it, as shown here. Photo: @monicaleggio

From Metro Vancouver to the Sea to Sky, home sales are at near-record levels, and the upward trend shows no sign of slowing. Stilhavn agents helped our clients sell more than 200 homes last month.

SOLD for $116,000 over asking price! #212 2468 Bayswater Street Beautiful 2/3 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo with mountain views in the heart of KITSILANO

One of my brand's core values is warmth, and I think these cream coloured cabinets fit into that category. Unlike white cabinets, cream adds a rustic charm that will make you never want to leave your kitchen.

FOR SALE #308 588 West 45th Avenue, OAKRIDGE Asking: $629,000 VIEWING by private appointment only... Welcome to the Hemingway, built by Concert Development, located just steps from iconic Oakridge Mall and the Canada Line. This spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom home, with 9 foot ceilings and expansive windows is ready for your design ideas. A great layout, big north facing balcony, insuite laundry, gas fireplace, large walkin closet, 1 parking and HUGE storage locker makes this a great buy!

SOLD! 1948 Sasamat Place POINT GREY, Vancouver $5,499,000... To a lovely young family who will spend the next 20 years creating the best memories...

Lovely Point Grey character home perched on a hill with stunning water,ocean and city views,situated on a quiet cul de sac just steps to Vancouver's best beaches! Spacious, naturally lit rooms w/ traditional formal living /dining room flowing into updated kitchen w/ eating nook and island, s/s Bosch WD, Dacor gas cooktop/panelled Kitchen Aid fridge & wall oven. Elegant office, powder room AND gym (possible main floor bedroom) complete main level. Upper floor boasts 4 bedrooms(1 currently a large laundry room) w/ beautiful views from every room! Private master suite feature 5 piece bath with spa tub, w/spacious bedroom with cozy fireplace. Large basement w/ more storage & 2 bedroom suite. Close to top westside schools: West Point Grey/St.Georges/Crofton House/UBC. Book your private viewing!

SOLD to a lovely first time Buyer! The funky Electra at 989 Nelson, once the BC Hydro building, is in a great downtown locale.

Enjoy your summer on the 400 sq. ft. patio of your PENTHOUSE apartment in KITSILANO. Stunning 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with high end finishes. Rare gated oversized garage added bonus. . . . .... #kitsilanolife #kitsilanorealestate #patiolife #kitsilanoliving #vancouverwestside #westsidevancouver #newlisting #stilhavnrealestateservices #bridgetrossrealestate #greatstyle #zenliving @ Kitsilano See more

Keeping spirits high with a little costume contest during our weekly online Stilhavn office meeting! I went all crazy pink, Kristi hit it out of the park with Where’s Waldo!

Come on in! 995 Penticton Street Beautiful top to bottom Saturday 2 - 4 PM... Sunday 12 - 2 PM See more

OPEN HOUSE: Sat. March 14th 2 - 4 PM, Sun. March 15th 12 - 2 PM 995 Penticton Street, RENFREW ASKING: $2,399,000 Designed by Regeneration Design Studios, this reimagined Vancouver Special has both a fantastic layout, and top quality finishings. The floorplan has been completely changed from it’s original reverse floorplan. You now have a massive chef’s kitchen (featuring a 48 BlueStar Range, large SubZero wine fridge, & Liebherr fridge) that leads into an over sized dining, ...living room, bordered by a south facing patio. Upstairs you will find rare 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, & a huge second living room. Even though this home has a clean contemporary aesthetic, there is an abundance of custom millwork throughout, allowing for enough storage for even the biggest of families. Additionally the property has two large yards, an upper patio with Japanese soaker tub, and attached two car garage. See more

SOLD!! in one weekend. OPEN HOUSE: Sat. & Sun. March 7/8 2:30 - 4: 00 PM #101 251 7th Avenue, MT.PLEASANT ASKING: $619,000... Enjoy living in a spacious 612 SQFT one bedroom & large den suite with over height ceilings and a private ground level patio facing the courtyard, approximately 300 SQFT! Excellent open floor plan featuring engineered hardwood floors throughout, SS appliances, in-suite laundry and polished Ceasarstone quartz and white oak finishings in the kitchen. One parking and storage locker included. Building amenities include an exercise center, lounge, landscaped courtyard, and a rooftop deck with spectacular panoramic views. FANTASTIC LOCATION. Steps to transit, popular breweries, parks, restaurants, shops and more. This unit truly ticks off all the boxes!

OPEN HOUSE: Thurs. Feb. 27 5-6 PM, Sun. March 1st 2:30 - 4:00 PM #103 2268 West 12th Avenue, KITSILANO ASKING: $549,000 Don’t miss this bright, ground level, 62...9 sqft studio in the heart of Kitsilano. Renovated in 2017, this large suite features an open concept floor plan and private patio to relish sunny days and planter gardening! Enjoy the modern kitchen with SS appliances, in-suite laundry, gas fireplace, murphy bed with storage, plus a den/office room with built-in desk and shelving. Additional highlights include natural light throughout, street access through the patio, and a major bonus - you will be steps away to the soon to be SkyTrain location. Plus, you’re walking distance to transit, Kits Community Centre, Connaught Park, West Broadway shopping & an easy drive to UBC. 1 underground parking spot and storage locker included. Pets and rentals allowed! See more

OPEN HOUSE: March 1st 12 - 2 pm #110 2181 West 10th Avenue, KITSILANO ASKING: $919,000 Welcome Home! This bright & spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite in the ...sought after The Tenth Avenue building is located in the heart of Kitsilano. The unit offers an open concept dining and living area with a gas fireplace, plus a MASSIVE patio for outdoor living. Functional kitchen with SS appliances, gas range, lots of storage, plus a generous flex room. Enjoy natural light throughout, street access through the patio, & the benefit of being located on a quiet oneway residential street. 1 parking stall and external storage locker included, plus pets and rentals allowed (30-day min). Amazing location - just steps to transit, the soon to be SkyTrain location, West Broadway shopping & a nice walk to Kits Beach. Don’t miss this opportunity! See more

OPEN HOUSE Saturday Feb. 22nd 2-4 PM 557 East 11th Ave, MT. PLEASANT ASKING: $2,199,000 Prime Mount Pleasant location! With almost 3100 sqft, this rare and lovely 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom 1910 craftsman-style family home offers a fantastic floor plan, high ceilings, refinished original hardwood floors, original stained glass windows, large principal rooms, bright windows on all levels, original pocket doors between the living room and the gorgeous dining room, and beautiful crow...n molding & wainscoting throughout. This character house also features 3 beds up and a 2 bedroom suite on the lower level w/ separate laundry, access & patio space. Enjoy the sundeck off the kitchen that overlooks the beautifully landscaped and private back yard. Tons of storage and a 1 car garage included. Situated on a beautiful tree-lined street and walking distance to shops, restaurants, and schools! See more

OPEN HOUSE: Sunday Feb. 16th 2-4 PM #205 1928 East 11th, GRANDVIEW WOODLAND ASKING: $540,000 Look no further! This bright and spacious 1 bed, 1 bath suite is located in the fantastic Commercial/Victoria drive area. FULLY RAINSCREENED (2011) building that is within walking distance to Trout Lake, Trout Lake Community Centre, Skytrain, and The Drive for all of your shopping or restaurant/bar needs! This 717 sqft unit has everything you need with an open dining/living area, fireplace, in-suite laundry, lots of in-suite storage, and a private balcony. The building has had a ton of upgrades since 2011 including roof, new siding, windows, balcony and patio doors, parking membrane and more! 1 parking and storage locker included. 2 pets allowed and rentals with restrictions (2 max.)

Our west side listing SOLD in less than a week with 12 offers! Great to see some market activity again on this side of town! . . .... . #dunbar #vancouverrealestate #vancouverspecial #stilhavn #Zwickrealestategroup #findyourhavn #bridgetrossrealestate #lordbyngsecondary #lordkitchenerelementary #2020realestate #vancouverrentals See more

OPEN HOUSE: Sat. Jan. 25th 2-4 PM, Sunday Jan. 12-2 PM 3494 West 22nd Avenue, DUNBAR ASKING: $2,199,000 Well maintained DUNBAR Vancouver special on PRIME 33 x 122 lot with SOUTH FACING back yard and no large trees.Quiet tree-lined street close to shops, parks and schools. Great to hold as investment or build dream home. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms up, with two separate 1 bedroom suites down. Some updates include newer windows and gas fireplaces. Lord Kitchener Elementary and Lord Byng Secondary School Catchment, close to St. Georges and Crofton House.

OPEN HOUSE: Sat. & Sun. Jan. 11th &12th 2-4 pm #306 2473 Atkins Avenue, PORT COQUITLAM ASKING: $319,00 Great opportunity to buy into Valore on the Park, a 30 unit Boutique building located in a quiet cul de sac just steps from Beautiful Gates Park and the Coquitlam River. This open, spacious studio home includes hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, 9 foot ceilings and covered patio for all year... barbequing. Pet and Investor friendly. See more

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, Dec. 14th, 2-4 PM #810 928 Homer Street, YALETOWN ASKING: $669,900 Your search is over! This bright and open one bedroom suite in the sought after Yaletown Parks 1 is not to be missed. Super functional floor plan with recent upgrades including new laminate floors and fresh paint. Bonus flex room makes for the perfect home office, den or additional storage - your choice, and an outdoor balcony looking out to the great views! 1 secure parking stall and sto...rage locker included. Excellent building amenities include an exercise centre, meeting room, concierge, on-site manager, guest suite and more! Incredible location. Yaletown is one of Vancouver’s chicest neighbourhoods with no shortage of dining choices, noteworthy shopping options, and waterfront parks along the seawall. Park your car and walk to all of your everyday amenities! Pets and rentals allowed. See more

OPEN HOUSE: Sat. Dec. 7th 2-4 PM #603 3168 Riverwalk Avenue, SOUTH MARINE ASKING: $689,000 Welcome to Shoreline by Polygon in the highly sought after River District. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, east facing apartment features over height ceilings, an open concept kitchen, dining and living rooms. The kitchen features Fisher & Paykel and Bosch appliances, quartz countertop and soft close cabinets. The master bedroom features a walk through closet to the spa-like ensuite with double sinks. In addition, there is also a second bedroom and bathroom, den/storage area, and a patio with access off the living room. Enjoy beautiful riverside living with walks along the waterfront trail; shopping, dining, community centre, and grocery stores are just steps away!

SOLD!! OPEN HOUSE: Saturday Nov. 16th 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. #507 518 West 14th Ave, FAIRVIEW ASKING: $1,299,000... Elegantly renovated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite in the fantastic Cambie Corridor area! No expense spared on this North facing suite with mountain views. Offering an exceptionally practical layout that boasts over 1400 sq ft. The stunning kitchen features high-end appliances including a double wall oven, 42’ Thermador fridge, Wolf induction cook-top, wine fridge, and a built-in Miele coffee machine. The spacious living and dining area is great for entertaining and could comfortably accommodate larger furniture. The large master bedroom features a walk through closet to the spa-like ensuite with marble floors, onyx counters, towel warmers and custom walk-in shower. In addition, there is also a large second bedroom and bathroom, office/den area, tons of in-suite storage, and a patio with access off the living room and 2nd bedroom. Building amenities include indoor pool, gym, sauna and steam room. 1 parking included. No pets allowed & rentals are at max.