Vancouver Residential Realtors: Types Of Real Estate We Sell

TYPICAL PROPERTIES SOLD BY TOP VANCOUVER RESIDENTIAL REALTORS

Metro Vancouver neighbourhoods offer a variety of real estate categories. Condos, duplexes, townhouses, and detached homes fall within the category of residential real estate for sale. As top Vancouver realtors we are well-versed in a wide range of different kinds of residential real estate.

DETACHED FAMILY HOMES

Detached homes for sale in Metro Vancouver include different varied styles of homes, quality, home & lo sizes, among many other factors which influence the type of buyer and price range. One thing to note, detached houses in Vancouver are almost always the most expensive property type.

Why are detached homes in Vancouver sought after. Well, the fact you own the land is a value proposition. In terms of space, size of home, yard-space and privacy, detached homes rule in every department. Plus, houses are usually surrounded by other houses, providing a unique residential experience away from the hustle of more densely populated locations. All of this comes with a premium price.

Under the category of detached homes, our experience as Vancouver residential realtors selling & marketing homes, includes many categories. These varied house categories include new houses, contemporary style, heritage homes, Vancouver Specials, Craftsman, Character Homes, Mid-Century Modern, and West Coast Modern homes. We also have experience with specialty properties like high-end homes and luxury custom houses and properties at waterfront or one which have views.

It’s important to note, providing realtor home evaluation assessments to owners when they’re considering selling, requires experience with detached homes. As mentioned above, there are many different styles of houses, all of which command different values. There are many other factors such as neighbourhood, renovations, condition, quality of products used, among others which need to be considered.

If you’re considering selling your home, it’s highly recommend to work with top Vancouver residential realtors with 20 years experience marketing family detached houses.

DUPLEXES

Talking about duplexes for sale in Vancouver, the distinguishing feature of a typical duplex is having multiple levels which separate the living space from the bedrooms. This style of home has a private entrance and often has some yard-space. Two types of duplexes are side-by-side duplex, or front and back duplex. However, there is a third type named upper and lower duplex, but it is less common in Vancouver.

These are ideal for homebuyers who fancy the idea of enjoying privacy while wanting to live in a residential setting. In other words, those who prefer residential homes that are mixed with detached houses are perfect prospective buyers, provided they can afford it. It is an attractive option for those who want to live in a compact home, similar to a detached property. This has been a very common property type we sell as Vancouver residential realtors. You get the facility of having a yard and separate entrance, a portion of a garage, and sharing just one wall with your neighbour. It does come with an added price, often more expensive than townhomes or condos.

The best thing about owning a duplex is that you are not bound by the rules of the strata act. Rather you enjoy the freedom of self-managing. Duplexes give you the option of 3 or more bedrooms so that you can enjoy privacy, especially if you have kids. An added bonus, some duplexes may have a rental suite downstairs, or space for extended family.

TOWNHOMES & ROW HOUSES

The advantage of townhouses and row houses is that despite being priced less than a duplex, they still provide similar features for a couple or a growing family. This includes 3 or more bedrooms, multi-level interior, and a private entrance. So, they are a favourite for those who love the privacy and increased space in their home. The feature of a private entrance gives townhouses and row houses an added advantage.

Following the strata act, everything from maintenance fees, regulations, official minutes, etc. is managed by a property management company. This can be seen as a positive or negative, but for sure owners of a townhouse/row houses must adhere to rules & bylaws, similar to a condo development.

CONDOS

Condos are available as studios, 1-bedroom, 2-bedrooms, and 3-bedrooms in the Vancouver residential real estate market. These are suitable for a variety of prospective home buyers including singles, couples, growing families and often property investors.

Condos are becoming a favourite among seniors because of being on a single level. The reason is that since maintenance of their condos is handled by strata, seniors can enjoy traveling frequently without worrying about maintaining their residences. This fact is similarly why property investors favour condos.

These come in diverse price ranges depending on the different features, construction types, size, location, etc. The variety of condos available includes low-rise condos, mid-rise condos, and high-rise condos to suit the budget and requirements of different sets of people wanting to have a home in Metro Vancouver area.

In general terms, condos are often the lowest priced residential property type. Of course this isn’t always the case as there are many expensive and impressive condos featuring views, lots of space and luxury features.