Buying new construction real estate doesn’t always mean having to wait for years to enjoy your never-been-lived-in home. If you’re on the hunt for a spacious townhome, there’s plenty of recently completed projects across Greater Vancouver. Here are a handful of new townhome projects in the area that are now move-in ready.
1. Oak + Park Townhomes
Developer: Alabaster Homes
Location: Vancouver
Finished: 2019
Priced from: $1,648,800
Now selling its final phase, this 40-residence community sits adjacent to Oak Park, one of Marpole’s favourite local greenspaces. Flaunting white brick exteriors with black metal details created by Ciccozzi Architecture, Oak + Park Townhomes echo slick, west coast design, mixing classic elements with modern touches throughout the open-concept suites. Interiors by Occupy Design showcase the owner’s choice of light or dark colour schemes, blended with nine-foot ceilings, wide-plank engineered hardwood floors and recessed lighting.
2. The Trails
Developer: Wall Financial
Location: North Vancouver
Finished: May 2019
Priced from: $1,179,900
This master-planned community near Lower Lonsdale will harbour over 300 garden townhomes and duplexes when it reaches completion. Combining weathered brick, shingles, terraces and heavy timber, these homes display classic elegance alongside contemporary craftsmanship style. Open-concept layouts ranging from 1,266 to 1,861 square feet are complemented by wide-plank laminate flooring and roller shades. Herringbone-patterned tile backsplashes and Shaker-style cabinets add a punch of texture to the kitchen, while quartz countertops and sconce lighting in the bathrooms create a relaxing getaway.
3. Parkview Townhomes
Developer: NC Trading
Location: Burnaby
Finished: August 2019
Priced from: $549,900
Finished a little under a year ago, Parkview Townhomes are conveniently located next to Boundary Road and the Trans-Canada Highway. Residents can easily complete weekly errands with the help of the local Costco, Whole Foods Market and The Amazing Brentwood shopping mall, plus tons of other popular neighbourhood retailers. If you’re looking to grab a breath of fresh air or explore a walking trail or two, this community is close to major Burnaby greenspaces, such as Deer Lake Park and Burnaby Lake.
4. Monogram
Developer: Alliance Partners
Location: Vancouver
Finished: Winter/Spring 2020
Priced from: $1,350,000
A boutique collection of just six three-bedroom townhomes, Monogram is a short distance from a variety of conveniences. Within walking distance, future residents can find an abundance of casual eateries, shops and markets. If you’re looking for a spot to walk the dog or let the kids burn off some steam, there’s plenty of nearby parks that provide a grassy setting to enjoy the outdoors.
5. Duchess & Horley
Developer: Baron Projects
Location: Vancouver
Finished: 2019
Priced from: $869,900
Only four out of six suites remain in this three-bedroom townhome community in Norquay Village. Featuring timeless design, the interiors showcase a classic colour scheme of walnut flooring and white cabinets, accompanied by white quartz kitchen countertops, subway tile backsplashes and frameless glass bathroom showers. Select units also provide a lock-off suite for extended family use or as a mortgage helper.
6. Wembley
Developer: Citimark, Western Construction and Peterson Group
Location: Richmond
Finished: 2019
Priced from: $808,800
The final phase of sales is now underway for Wembley, a master-planned townhome community at the mouth of Richmond Nature Park. If you’re a car commuter, this community has you covered with its proximity to major routes such as the Vancouver-Blaine Highway and East-West Connector for easy connections to Delta, Vancouver International Airport and beyond. Grocery shopping can be conveniently completed locally too, thanks to Shoppers Drug Mart, Urban Farm Market and other nearby stores.
7. Founders Block North
Developer: Anthem
Location: North Vancouver
Finished: Fall/Winter 2019
Priced from: $1,024,900
Completed in late 2019, Founders Block North is a collection of 36 townhomes. Designed by Integra Architecture, this contemporary building features west coast-style roof overhangs and light brick and wood siding. Inside, Scandinavian-inspired design manifests neutral colour palettes across open-concept layouts with nine-foot ceilings and wide-plank laminate flooring. Select floorplans include live-work or legal secondary suites for homeowners to use as a potential in-law, nanny or mortgage helper suite.
