2 1706 W 68th Ave, Vancouver, BC | MLS^® R2926948 Property Details

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Discover a stunning modern duplex in the prestigious Southwest Marine Drive area, ideally located near the vibrant shopping hubs of Marpole and Kerrisdale. This 2892 sq. ft. home seamlessly combines elegance with practicality, featuring luxurious finishes throughout. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with premium appliances, while four spacious upstairs bedrooms each include their own ensuite for privacy and comfort. The lower level boasts a generous recreation room and full bath, along with a legal basement suite, offering great potential for rental income or extended family living. Steps from the Arbutus Greenway, the property enjoys a peaceful, scenic setting with quick access to marinas, parks, golf courses, and top-rated schools.

General Info

Price $3,299,000

Total Bedrooms 7

Total Bathrooms 6

Half Bathrooms 0

Floor Area Total (sqft) 2892

Lot Size -

Lot Size Depth -

Lot Size Frontage -

Basement Finished, Exterior Entry

Basement Features BasementFeatures

Property Metrics

Year Built 2024

Age Of Building 1

Building Type Half Duplex

Property Type Residential

Stories 3

Appliances Included Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove

Building Features BuildingFeatures

Structures Duplex, Residential Attached

Additional Details

MLS^® # R2926948

Area Vancouver West

Neighbourhood S.W. Marine

City Vancouver

Gross Taxes 0

Ownership Type Freehold NonStrata

Maintenance Fee -

Community Features Shopping Nearby

Heating & Cooling

Fireplace 1

Heating Type Mixed, Natural Gas

Utilities

Utility Type Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected

Utility Sewer Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer

Water (WaterSource) Public

Parking

Parking Type Detached

Total Parking Spaces 2

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Strata Restrictions -

Rental Restrictions -

Zoning R5-1

Rental Suites Legal Suite

# of Kitchens 2

Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Locker -

View Description -

Units In Development -

Sewer Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer

Roof Metal

Property History

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Status	Date	Price

Rooms

Floor	Type	Dimensions
Main Level	Living Room	12'11 x 12'11 ft
Main Level	Dining Room	13'2 x 13'2 ft
Main Level	Kitchen	11'11 x 11'11 ft
Main Level	Family Room	10'4 x 10'4 ft
Main Level	Office	8'0 x 8'0 ft
Above Level	Primary Bedroom	11'11 x 11'11 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	8'11 x 8'11 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	10'1 x 10'1 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	11'10 x 11'10 ft
Below	Kitchen	12'10 x 12'10 ft
Below	Bedroom	15'3 x 15'3 ft
Below	Bedroom	8'3 x 8'3 ft
Below	Bedroom	8'3 x 8'3 ft

Bathrooms

Floor	Ensuite	Pieces
Main Level	No	#3
Above Level	Yes	#4
Above Level	No	#3
Above Level	Yes	#3
Below	No	#3

Listed by: Luxmore Realty

NOTE: This representation is based in whole or in part on data generated by the Chilliwack & District Real Estate Board, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board or Greater Vancouver REALTORS^® which assumes no responsibility for its accuracy.

Neighborhood Info

Public Schools

Elementary

Dr. R. E. McKechnie Elementary School

0.96 km

Elementary

Dr. R. E. McKechnie Elementary School

0.96 km

Secondary

Magee Secondary School

2.12 km

Information includes BC Government Open License data; school details change often and are offered solely as general guidance.

Private Schools

Elementary

Vancouver Montessori School

0.3 km

Secondary

Royal Canadian College

1.98 km

Closest Transit

Bus Stop

Eastbound W 64 Ave @ East Blvd

0.31 km

Skytrain

Skytrain @ Templeton Stn

1.62 km

Noise/ Power Lines

Road/Hwy Noise

Unlikely

Railway/Sky train Noise

Unlikely

Airport/Port Noise

Unlikely

Close to major Power Lines

Unlikely

Other

Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR)

Unlikely

Flood Area

Unlikely

Close to Cemeteries

Unlikely

Welcome to 2 1706 W 68th Avenue, a lovely neighborhood in Vancouver, BC!

As we walk through the community, you'll notice the beautiful homes and tree-lined streets. This charming neighborhood is serviced by Dr. R. E. McKechnie Elementary School, which is just a short 0.96 km away. The school has a rating of No Rating, and I'm sure the parents in this area appreciate the proximity to quality education.

Just down the road, you'll find another great option for families: Vancouver Montessori School. This Elementary independent school has a No Rating, but it's definitely worth exploring. Located just 0.3 km from this home, it's a convenient choice for families who value a Montessori education.

For Secondary education, Royal Canadian College is the closest option, with a No Rating and located 1.98 km from this home. Both schools offer excellent educational opportunities for students in this community.

Now, let's talk about the safety of this neighborhood. According to the latest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020), there were 52,217 disturbances in this area, with an overall crime rate of 7,470.82 – a rate considered Average compared to other Canadian cities. While there's always room for improvement, this neighborhood is generally considered safe, with a -14.94% year-over-year change in the total crime rate.

Breaking down the crime statistics, we see:

Drug crime rate: Average (229.49), with 1,604 illegal substances lawbreaking disturbances in 2020, and a 1.58% year-over-year change.
Property crimes: Above Average (5,020.27), with 35,089 incidents in 2020, and a -20.80% year-over-year change.
Violent crime rate: Below Average (1,311.69), with 9,168 violent lawbreaking disorders in 2020, and a 3.53% year-over-year change.

Getting around this neighborhood is easy, with the closest Bus station, Eastbound W 64 Ave @ East Blvd, just 0.31 km away.

Now, let's explore the demographics of this community. According to the latest census data, 45.7% of the population has a university certificate or degree, which is High compared to other BC neighborhoods. On the other hand, 9.2% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC.

The median household income in this neighborhood is $73,280, which is Average compared to the British Columbia average. Meanwhile, the median personal income is $31,472, which is Below Average compared to the BC average. Interestingly, 47% of households in this area have a mortgage, which is Low.

Unemployment rates in this area are Average, at 7.2%. This is compared to other province neighborhoods.

This neighborhood has experienced above-average growth, with a 7.5% population change between 2011 and 2016. The population density per square kilometre is 2,070.1, which is Above Average.

The average family size in this area is 2.9, which is Average. However, 68.1% of families in this area have children, which is Above Average. The percentage of married or living common law couples is 57.3%, which is Average.

The average age of the population in this area is 42.1, which is Average. The average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is $2,249,469, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia.

For those interested in purchasing a home, average owner payments are High in this area, at $1,935 per month. Renters, on the other hand, are paying $1,302 per month, which is Above Average compared to other cities.

34.3% of the population in this area are renters, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities and areas.

Language-wise, 7.3% of the population speaks English and French, which is Average. 85.6% of the population speaks only English, which is Below Average. On the other hand, 7.1% of the population speaks neither English nor French, which is High compared to other BC cities.

Finally, transportation-wise, 27.2% of the population in this area uses public transport, which is High. 65.1% of the population uses cars, which is Low. 2.7% of the population uses bicycles, which is Above Average. 4.5% of the population walks, which is Average.

Welcome to 2 1706 W 68th Avenue