Home New Westminster, BC Fraserview NW The Carlyle 1601 280 Ross Drive

1601 280 Ross Dr, New Westminster BC - Apartment/Condo for Sale - MLS# R3146459

53 days on the market

$449,900

Est. Mortgage $1,990/mo

Listing updated: Aug 26, 2026 at 03:01pm

EstateBlock checked: Sep 6, 2026 at 01:10am

Carlyle

1 Beds

1 Baths

634 sqft

710 $ /sqft

400.54 $ Maint. fee

2010 built

53 days on the market

$449,900

Est. $1,990/mo with 20% down

Listing updated: Aug 26, 2026 at 03:01pm

EstateBlock checked: Sep 6, 2026 at 01:10am

Photos

Exterior Front Photo of 1601 280 Ross Drive, New Westminster, BC

Exterior Rear Photo of 1601 280 Ross Drive, New Westminster, BC

Living Room Photo of 1601 280 Ross Drive, New Westminster, BC

Family Room Photo of 1601 280 Ross Drive, New Westminster, BC

Dining Area Photo of 1601 280 Ross Drive, New Westminster, BC

Kitchen Photo of 1601 280 Ross Drive, New Westminster, BC

Kitchen Island Photo of 1601 280 Ross Drive, New Westminster, BC

Pantry Photo of 1601 280 Ross Drive, New Westminster, BC

Breakfast Nook Photo of 1601 280 Ross Drive, New Westminster, BC

Primary Bedroom Photo of 1601 280 Ross Drive, New Westminster, BC

Welcome to Carlyle - From the moment you step inside, you’ll be captivated by the expansive, breathtaking views that set this beautiful home apart from the competition. The updated kitchen is a dream for anyone who loves to cook, featuring a gas stove, generous counter space, and abundant cabinetry for all your storage needs. The home is bright, airy, and exceptionally well maintained, creating a space that feels both inviting and refined. Step outside and enjoy the meticulously landscaped grounds, complete with a tranquil pond that adds to the peaceful atmosphere. You will also love the fantastic amenities, including a well equipped gym, party room, guest suites, and more. Craving a coffee or a quick bite? It's a short walk to cafés and dining.

Interior Features

Basement Finished Area (sqft)	0
Basement Features	None
Appliances Included	Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Interior Features	Elevator, Guest Suite
Heating Type	Baseboard
Laundry	In Unit
# of Kitchens	1
Flooring	Laminate, Mixed
Foundation	Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features

Exterior Features	Garden, Balcony
View Description	Mountain View
Structures	Multi Family, Residential Attached

Building Details

Price	$449,900
Total Bedrooms	1
Total Bathrooms	1
Full Bathrooms	1
Half Bathrooms	0
Floor Area Total (sqft)	634
Year Built	2010
Age Of Building	16
Building Type	Apartment/Condo
Property Type	Residential
Stories	1
Building Amenities	Bike Room, Clubhouse, Exercise Centre, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Sewer
Building Name	Carlyle
Ownership Type	Freehold Strata
Maintenance Fee	$400.54
Amenities Nearby	Bike Room, Clubhouse, Exercise Centre, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Sewer
Utility Type	Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Utility Sewer	Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer
Water (WaterSource)	Public
Parking Type	Underground
Total Parking Spaces	1
Strata Restrictions	Pets Allowed w/Rest.,Rentals Allwd w/Restrctns
Pet Restrictions	Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit (Two), Yes With Restrictions
Rental Suites	None

Lot & Land

MLS^® #	R3146459
Area	New Westminster
Neighbourhood	Fraserview NW
City	New Westminster
Postal Code	V3L 0C2
Gross Taxes	$2,164.55
Zoning	RM - C

Property Timeline

Status	Date	Price
R3146459 / Active	07-15-2026	$449,900
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Rooms

Floor	Type	Dimensions
Main Level	Kitchen	8'5 x 8'5 ft
Main Level	Eating Area	7'0 x 7'0 ft
Main Level	Living Room	13'2 x 13'2 ft
Main Level	Bedroom	11'10 x 11'10 ft
Main Level	Foyer	3'10 x 3'10 ft

Bathrooms

Floor	Ensuite	Pieces
Main Level	No	#4

Listed by: Royal LePage - Wolstencroft

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.

Map & Neighbourhood

Private Schools

Elementary
Al-Hidayah School: Average 1.14 km 4/10
Elementary,Secondary
Compass Christian New West: Average 1.24 km 6.4/10

Closest Transit

Bus Stop
Westbound Queens Park Care Centre @ Blackberry Dr: 0.17 km
Skytrain
Skytrain @ Columbia Stn: 1.18 km

Crime Rate

Total Crime Rate: Average
Violent Crime Rate: Average
Property Crime Rate: Average

Demographics

Post-Secondary Education: Above Average 33.6%
No Certificate/Degree: Below Average 9.3%
Owner Occupied: Average 62.7%
Employment Rate: Below Average 52.2%

Noise/ Power Lines

Road/Hwy Noise: Possible
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: Possible

Sell Speed & Competition

58 / 100

Overall sell-speed score

Moderate pace expected

B+

Price competition grade

Avg comparable: $477,344

Balanced

Market conditions

Balanced market — steady conditions

Flood Risk (FEMA/BC)

Unlikely — not in floodplain

Railway / Skytrain noise

Unlikely — 1.18 km from station

Road / Highway noise

Possible — major road nearby

Airport noise (YVR)

Unlikely

Power lines proximity

Unlikely

ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve)

No — not in ALR

How FRASERVIEW NW compares

This property

53 DOM

Slower than area

Fraserview NW avg

30 DOM

Average

New Westminster avg

30 DOM

Faster market

1601 280 Ross Drive has a sell-speed score of 58/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell at a moderate pace" band. The listing is priced 6.1% below comparable active properties in Fraserview NW, which is a strong competitive signal. The local market is currently a Balanced Market with a sales-to-active ratio of 13.9% and an area average of 30 days on market — conditions are balanced. With only 397 competing homes currently listed, this property has significant competition. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is may take several weeks to attract serious offers.

Climate Risk for V3L 0C2

Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V3L 0C2, over the next 30 years. Projections use the 2041–2070 period (2050s) under a moderate emissions scenario (SSP2-4.5).

Flood Lower Risk

Outside of designated flood hazard zones. Under 10% of buildings in this area have flood risk over the next 30 years.

Fire Low

Located within the "Vancouver" WUI zone (Risk Class 5 — Low). Based on BC Wildfire Service provincial WUI Risk Class mapping; not a site-specific assessment.

Air Quality B / Good

Annual avg PM2.5 5.2 µg/m³ — meets Canada's CAAQS (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: New Westminster Sapperton Park, New Westminster (~1.4 km). Annual avg AQHI 0 — Low Risk.

Heat Moderate

New Westminster currently sees ~1 day above 30 °C per year (1981–2010 baseline), projected to rise to ~8 by the 2050s (SSP2-4.5 moderate emissions). Hottest day of the year: ~30 °C baseline, ~32.5 °C projected. Tropical nights (>18 °C): ~0 baseline, ~3 projected.

Precipitation Increasing

Annual precipitation ~1516 mm (1981–2010 baseline), projected ~1574 mm by the 2050s. Extreme 1-day rainfall: ~51.5 mm baseline, ~57.1 mm projected. Values vary modestly across the Lower Mainland.

Drought Stable

Longest annual dry spell (consecutive dry days): ~23 days baseline, ~24 days projected for the 2050s. CDD is used as a regional drought proxy; drought risk varies modestly across the Lower Mainland.

Nearby Restaurants, Cafes & Shops

Restaurants (2 nearby)

Victoria sushi · 306 m · Restaurant
L'onore pizza · 312 m · Restaurant

Groceries (1 nearby)

Victoria hill market · 293 m · Convenience

Cafes (1 nearby)

Mira caffe · 324 m · Cafe

Transit (1 nearby)

Bus stop westbound columbia st @ 200 block · 982 m · Transit

Schools NearBy

25 Schools are within 3km

School	Type	Grades Served	Catchment Info	Rating	Distance
New Westminster Online Schools	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	0	Distance 469 m
Ecole Glenbrook Middle School	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	6.5 / 10	Distance 775 m
Herbert Spencer Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-5	Catchment Info —	6.9 / 10	Distance 922 m
Al-Hidayah School	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	4.0 / 10	Distance 1.14 KM
Compass Christian New West	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	6.4 / 10	Distance 1.24 KM
Skwo:wech	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	7.2 / 10	Distance 1.28 KM
F W Howay Elementary	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	7.8 / 10	Distance 1.43 KM
Fraser River Middle	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	5.8 / 10	Distance 1.55 KM
Purpose Independent Secondary School	Independent	Grades Served 8-12	Catchment Info —	4.0 / 10	Distance 1.61 KM
Royal City Alternate Program	Public	Grades Served 8-11	Catchment Info —	0	Distance 1.69 KM
John Knox Christian - Elementary Campus	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	9.3 / 10	Distance 1.85 KM
Sigma	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	4.6 / 10	Distance 1.88 KM
Cariboo Hill Secondary School	Public	Grades Served 8-12	Catchment Info —	6.3 / 10	Distance 1.92 KM
New Westminster Continuing Education	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	6.7 / 10	Distance 1.92 KM
New Westminster Secondary School	Public	Grades Served 9-12	Catchment Info —	6.7 / 10	Distance 1.96 KM
POWER Alternate Secondary School	Public	Grades Served 10-12	Catchment Info —	4.8 / 10	Distance 2.01 KM
Urban Academy Junior	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	9.0 / 10	Distance 2.12 KM
Urban Academy Senior	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	8.8 / 10	Distance 2.12 KM
Lord Kelvin Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-5	Catchment Info —	5.7 / 10	Distance 2.14 KM
Home Learners Program	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	10.0 / 10	Distance 2.14 KM
John Knox Christian - Secondary Campus	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	9.2 / 10	Distance 2.16 KM
Armstrong Elementary	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	7.3 / 10	Distance 2.17 KM
St.Michaels School	Independent	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	0	Distance 2.36 KM
Twelfth Avenue Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	5.9 / 10	Distance 2.37 KM
St. Thomas More Collegiate	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	8.3 / 10	Distance 2.62 KM

Pre-computed routes from 1601 280 Ross Dr, New Westminster, BC

1601 280 Ross Dr, New Westminster, BC Columbia 1.2 km

47 min

Downtown Vancouver Waterfront Station

By transit (Skytrain)

Downtown Vancouver via Columbia → Waterfront
47 min
Metrotown, Burnaby via Columbia → Metrotown
29 min
SFU Burnaby via Columbia → Production Way
27 min
Richmond Centre via Columbia → Brighouse
72 min
YVR Airport via Columbia → YVR-Airport
73 min

By car (off-peak)

Downtown Vancouver via HWY 1 / Grandview
21 min
Metrotown, Burnaby via Lougheed Hwy
9 min
SFU Burnaby via Gaglardi Way
5 min
Richmond Centre via No. 3 Rd
21 min
YVR Airport via Bridgeport / Sea Island
24 min

Calculate your commute

1601 280 Ross Dr, New Westminster, BC is ideally located for commuters. The property is 1.2 km from Columbia, with a 47 min SkyTrain ride to Downtown Vancouver (Waterfront Station). The closest bus stop is Westbound Queens Park Care Centre @ Blackberry Dr (0.17 km). Walk Score Transit rating: Good Transit (54/100).

Walkability & Transit Near 1601 280 Ross Drive

Car-Dependent 67

Walk Score - Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Some Transit 54

Transit Score - Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Somewhat
Bikeable 69

Bike Score - Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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Property Taxes $180

Maintenance fee 400.54

Financing 80% of the $449,900 asking price over 30 years at 4% results in approximately $2,299/month in total estimated carrying costs, $180 property tax, $401 maintenance fee.

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Listing data last synced: Aug 26, 2026

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This listing generates an estimated $1,760/month in rental income, leaving a -$590/month cashflow at current carrying costs. Investors targeting break-even would need roughly 48% down.

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