Home West Vancouver, BC Ambleside 1550 Palmerston Avenue

1550 Palmerston Ave, West Vancouver BC - Single Family Residence for Sale - MLS# R3110809

146 days on the market

$3,080,000

Est. Mortgage $13,626/mo

Listing updated: Jul 16, 2026 at 09:02am

EstateBlock checked: Sep 6, 2026 at 12:40am

5 Beds

4 Baths

3693 sqft

834 $ /sqft

1974 built

146 days on the market

$3,080,000

Est. $13,626/mo with 20% down

Listing updated: Jul 16, 2026 at 09:02am

EstateBlock checked: Sep 6, 2026 at 12:40am

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Exterior Front Photo of 1550 Palmerston Avenue, West Vancouver, BC

Exterior Rear Photo of 1550 Palmerston Avenue, West Vancouver, BC

Living Room Photo of 1550 Palmerston Avenue, West Vancouver, BC

Family Room Photo of 1550 Palmerston Avenue, West Vancouver, BC

Dining Area Photo of 1550 Palmerston Avenue, West Vancouver, BC

Kitchen Photo of 1550 Palmerston Avenue, West Vancouver, BC

Kitchen Island Photo of 1550 Palmerston Avenue, West Vancouver, BC

Pantry Photo of 1550 Palmerston Avenue, West Vancouver, BC

Breakfast Nook Photo of 1550 Palmerston Avenue, West Vancouver, BC

Primary Bedroom Photo of 1550 Palmerston Avenue, West Vancouver, BC

1550 Palmerston is a bespoke residence by renowned builder CREST, quietly positioned at the end of a private Ambleside cul-de-sac. Resting on a rare, level 11,700 sqft landscaped lot with a serene hot tub and gazebo, this home spans over 3,500 sqft of refined living. From the main and upper levels, enjoy sweeping views of the ocean, downtown skyline, and Gulf Islands. An airy, sunlit layout with a newly renovated chef's kitchen and expansive deck sets the stage for elegant entertaining. Upstairs, five spacious bedrooms, including a sophisticated primary suite, provide comfort and versatility for the modern family.

Interior Features

Basement Finished Area (sqft)	1189
Basement Features	Full, Exterior Entry
Appliances Included	Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave
Interior Features	Storage, Wet Bar
Fireplace	2
Heating Type	Forced Air
Laundry	In Unit
# of Kitchens	1
Flooring	Laminate
Foundation	Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features

Exterior Features	Balcony, Private Yard
View Description	Ocean & Lions Gate Bridge
Roof	Asphalt
Structures	Residential Detached

Building Details

Price	$3,080,000
Total Bedrooms	5
Total Bathrooms	4
Full Bathrooms	3
Half Bathrooms	1
Floor Area Total (sqft)	3693
Year Built	1974
Age Of Building	52
Building Type	Single Family Residence
Property Type	Residential
Architecture Style	Basement Entry
Stories	2
Ownership Type	Freehold NonStrata
Utility Type	Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Utility Sewer	Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer
Water (WaterSource)	Public
Parking Type	Garage Double, Front Access, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener
Total Parking Spaces	5

Lot & Land

Lot Size	11700
Lot Size Depth	Feet
Lot Size Frontage	130
MLS^® #	R3110809
Area	West Vancouver
Neighbourhood	Ambleside
City	West Vancouver
Postal Code	V7V 4R1
Gross Taxes	$8,099.64
Zoning	RS3

Property Timeline

Status	Date	Price
R3110809 / Active	04-13-2026	$3,080,000
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Rooms

Floor	Type	Dimensions
Main Level	Foyer	10'8 x 10'8 ft
Main Level	Living Room	19'3 x 19'3 ft
Main Level	Dining Room	12'5 x 12'5 ft
Main Level	Kitchen	14'8 x 14'8 ft
Main Level	Family Room	16'2 x 16'2 ft
Main Level	Laundry	5'6 x 5'6 ft
Main Level	Patio	52'2 x 52'2 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	9'9 x 9'9 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	14'1 x 14'1 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	12'2 x 12'2 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	13'1 x 13'1 ft
Above Level	Primary Bedroom	26'8 x 26'8 ft
Above Level	Walk-In Closet	9'1 x 9'1 ft
Above Level	Patio	10'2 x 10'2 ft
Below	Recreation Room	35'2 x 35'2 ft
Below	Storage	6'4 x 6'4 ft

Bathrooms

Floor	Ensuite	Pieces
Main Level	No	#2
Above Level	No	#3
Above Level	Yes	#3
Below	No	#3

Listed by: Royal Pacific Lions Gate Realty Ltd.

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, Secondary
Collingwood School: Above Average 2.1 km 9.4/10
Elementary, Secondary
Collingwood School: Above Average 2.1 km 9.4/10

Closest Transit

Bus Stop
Southbound 15 St @ Ottawa Ave: 0.07 km
Skytrain
Seabus Station @ Lonsdale Quay: 6.35 km

Crime Rate

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

Demographics

Post-Secondary Education: Above Average 48.6%
No Certificate/Degree: Below Average 9.4%
Owner Occupied: Below Average 46.2%
Employment Rate: Average 64.5%

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: Unlikely

Sell Speed & Competition

42 / 100

Overall sell-speed score

May take longer

B+

Price competition grade

Avg comparable: $3,286,360

Buyer's

Market conditions

Buyer's market — more supply than demand

Flood Risk (FEMA/BC)

Unlikely — not in floodplain

Railway / Skytrain noise

Unlikely — 6.35 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 AMBLESIDE compares

This property

146 DOM

Slower than area

Ambleside avg

43 DOM

Average

West Vancouver avg

43 DOM

Faster market

1550 Palmerston Avenue has a sell-speed score of 42/100, placing it in the "May take longer than the area average to sell" band. The listing is priced 6.7% below comparable active properties in Ambleside, which is a strong competitive signal. The local market is currently a Buyer's Market with a sales-to-active ratio of 7.9% and an area average of 43 days on market — buyers have more leverage. With only 508 competing homes currently listed, this property has significant competition. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is could take longer than the area average to sell.

Climate Risk for V7V 4R1

Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V7V 4R1, 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 A / Excellent

Annual avg PM2.5 3.9 µg/m³ — meets WHO 2021 guideline (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: North Vancouver Mahon Park, North Vancouver (~5.7 km). Annual avg AQHI 2.1 — Low Risk.

Heat Low

West Vancouver currently sees ~1 day above 30 °C per year (1981–2010 baseline), projected to rise to ~6 by the 2050s (SSP2-4.5 moderate emissions). Hottest day of the year: ~29.7 °C baseline, ~32 °C projected. Tropical nights (>18 °C): ~0 baseline, ~4 projected.

Precipitation Increasing

Annual precipitation ~1515 mm (1981–2010 baseline), projected ~1575 mm by the 2050s. Extreme 1-day rainfall: ~50.5 mm baseline, ~57 mm projected. Values vary modestly across the Lower Mainland.

Drought Stable

Longest annual dry spell (consecutive dry days): ~22 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

Transit (1 nearby)

Bus stop northbound 21 st @ inglewood ave (flag) · 993 m · Transit

Schools NearBy

12 Schools are within 3km

School	Type	Grades Served	Catchment Info	Rating	Distance
West Vancouver Secondary School	Public	Grades Served 8-12	Catchment Info —	7.9 / 10	Distance 462 m
West Vancouver Inglewood Secondary	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	5.3 / 10	Distance 672 m
Ridgeview Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	8.5 / 10	Distance 675 m
Chartwell Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	9.0 / 10	Distance 677 m
Sentinel Secondary School	Public	Grades Served 8-12	Catchment Info —	8.5 / 10	Distance 738 m
Hollyburn Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	7.6 / 10	Distance 1.26 KM
Westcot Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	9.8 / 10	Distance 1.54 KM
Irwin Park Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	8.7 / 10	Distance 1.70 KM
Ecole Cedardale	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	9.2 / 10	Distance 2.09 KM
Collingwood School	Independent	Grades Served K-12	Catchment Info —	9.1 / 10	Distance 2.10 KM
St. Anthony's	Independent	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	8.5 / 10	Distance 2.14 KM
Mulgrave School	Independent	Grades Served K-12	Catchment Info —	9.0 / 10	Distance 2.81 KM

Walkability & Transit Near 1550 Palmerston Avenue

Car-Dependent 45

Walk Score - Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Some Transit 50

Transit Score - Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Somewhat
Bikeable 52

Bike Score - Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Mortgage Calculator for 1550 Palmerston Avenue

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Property Taxes $675

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A 20% down payment of $616,000 on this $3,080,000 listing yields an estimated mortgage of $11,764/month (30-year fixed, 4%). Total estimated housing cost: $12,439/month, $675 property tax.

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Listing data last synced: Jul 16, 2026

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With $6,796/month in estimated rental income against $12,663/month in mortgage payments, the monthly cashflow is -$5,867/month. A 60% down payment would reach break-even.

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