8481 Nanaimo Street , Vancouver, BC, V5P4V8

NEW PRICE (September, 2015). All prices/costs mentioned are in Canadian dollars.

Spacious (1640 sq. ft) bright, 3 bedroom (or 2 bedroom & den), 2 bath plus powder room attached townhouse, with decks and patios on all levels offering a panoramic view overlooking the Fraser River (facing south) including new fridge (2013), gas stove (2003), dishwasher (2013), new kitchen counter top (2013), plus washer & dryer in laundry room and ample storage room -all within the unit. Track lighting, blinds and curtains in all rooms. Fireplace, wood fuel in living room. Attractive hardwood finishing, carpeted stairs and stylish laminate flooring on 2 levels and contemporary tiles on lower level. Bathroom have new marble counter tops, latest under counter sinks and faucets.

This is a unique home with a sunken living room and separate dining area in a quiet and safe residential neighbourhood of Vancouver. The home is in move-in condition. No structural issues, new roof done in 2008 and hot water tank in 2007. Property assessment was (2014) at $663,000. This is a smart investment prospect in real estate that has exceeded the stock and bond market averages over at least a decade.

Strata Council for the Rivers Edge complex does not allow rentals with some exceptions for hardship reasons so property value is optimally maintained. Pets are allowed.

Scenic bike and walking pathways along the Fraser River, 2 minutes walk from the home. Playground for children close by with tennis courts and community garden project. New East Fraserview development under construction located about 3 blocks east of home that will offer restaurants, stores, community centre, etc.

Just a level bicycle ride to the new Richmond-Airport-Vancouver sky train called the Canada Line train. Only minutes to walk to the buses (#20 or #100) for a similarly convenient downtown ride. Close to the airport and shopping in Richmond, Burnaby and New Westminster. Well southeast of the downtown traffic congestion (consult- TransLink.bc.ca) so it feels almost like country living in one of the most desirable cities anywhere.

Two secure parking spots (one covered) in gated carport area, and parking on street is never a problem here.

Non-smoking persons have joyfully lived in this home for over 10 years.

Property taxes may be as little as $1,500. if eligible for grants (2014 tax year). There is a monthly maintenance fee that each of the 7 units pays. At year 2015 it is about $440 a month.

Please note that utility estimates are approximate based on 1 person. Heat provided by a combination of natural gas hot air & baseboard electric heaters for top level. All ducts recently cleaned and furnace inspected.

See pictures for floor plans. Approximate room, deck & patio sizes:

Sunken living rm: 14.5 x 15 ft.
Dining area: 11.5 x 7.5 ft.
Kitchen: 10 x 6.25 ft.
Upstairs bdrm (or den): 12 x 13 ft.
Small upstairs (guest) bdrm: 10 x 12 ft.
Downstairs bdrm: 14 x 13 ft.
In-suite laundry room: 8.5 x 6 ft.
In-suite storage room: 14 x 7.5 ft.
Upper & main level decks: each 12 x 6 ft.
Patio off kitchen: 11 x 8 ft.
Patio off downstairs bdrm: 10 x 10 ft.
Outside storage closet: 7 x 4 ft.
Powder room at entrance

Note: There are many large closets with built in shelves and drawers in bedrooms, entrance hallway, laundry room and storage room has shelving built in as well.
Architect and floor plans are available as well as all other required information.