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A14 NewsLeader Friday, November 11, 2011

by Kerry Vital

If you listen closely, you may still be able to hear the ghosts at the Maynards Auctioneers building.

Th e fi ne arts and antiques auction house began in 1902, and now is the cornerstone of Aquilini Development’s Th e Maynards Block development, in southeast False Creek.

“Th e heritage brick building ... is the landmark of the whole development.” says Maynards Block sales manager Derek Kai.

Th e original Maynards site has been freshly outfi tted with two fl oors of residential townhomes (the lower fl oors will house commercial and offi ce space), and an additional residential building is also in the works. Roughly 80 per cent of the homes have been sold, but there is still a variety of studios and one- and two-bedroom homes available.

Homeowners at Maynards Block will feel the luxury as soon as they set foot into their new space. Wide-plank fl ooring in the entry, den, living room, dining room and kitchen are an elegant yet modern touch, while designer carpeting in the bedrooms is perfect for sinking your feet in to.

Whether you’re a budding gourmet or not, the kitchen at Maynards Block is certainly a highlight. A stainless-steel appliance suite comes standard in every home, and a sleek tile backsplash is accented by modern undermounted puck lighting and a cashmere white solid granite countertop with an elegant square-edge fi nish. Kitchen cabinetry with convenient soft -close drawers and cupboards (good for those with door-slammers in the family) is available in one of two colour schemes, Latte and Cappuccino.

Marketed by Rennie Marketing Systems, Maynards Block has attracted a wide variety of buyers, including young professionals buying their fi rst place, and people who are already renting in the area, Kai says.

“People love this area,” he says. Th is has contributed to the mix of demographics who have been arriving to check out the suites.

“We are the closest to the Canada Line,” says Rennie Director of Marketing Linda Chu. “Th at is ‘high-heels’ distance, so using the train to get downtown is so easy!”

Th e biggest draw so far has defi nitely been the area, which is close enough to downtown, but still far enough away to

get out of the hustle and bustle.“It’s quieter,” says Kai. “It’s an

absolutely beautiful area ... it’s defi nitely the place to be.”

If you’re not up for the short trek to downtown Vancouver, homeowners at Maynards Block won’t need to go far to fi nd everything they need, Chu says.

“Not only are we just two minutes walk from the (former Olympic) Village, but we are also just a block from Cambie Street so Whole Foods, Save On, Home Depot, Best Buy, Milestones ... are all just two minutes walk as well,” she says.

Buyers will be able to take advantage of a multi-purpose amenities room with an over-height ceiling and access to an outdoor terrace, and an exercise room made for working up a sweat and letting go of all the stress of the day. On the third fl oor of the south building,

owners will fi nd agricultural garden plots perfect for growing your own little piece of paradise.

Homes at Th e Maynards Block start at $262,900. For more information, visit www.maynardsblock.com or call the sales centre at 604-893-8378.

Submitted photosOwners at Maynards Block will be part of a piece of Vancouver’s history when they purchase a home in the development, which started life as a fi ne arts and antiques auction house, top. A variety of fl oorplans, including some with lofts, above, makes for an eclectic mix of apartment types.

Luxury is standard at Maynards Block

‘High-heels distance’ from Canada Line

Association Awards of Excellence handed out

GVHBA recognizes association volunteers Th e Greater Vancouver Home Builders’

Association honoured its volunteers last week at its annual Association Awards of Excellence in Coquitlam.

Among the honorees were Graeme Huguet of My House Design/Build Team for RenoMark Renovator Member of the Year, and Adera Development Corporation for BuiltGreen Multi-Family Builder of the Year.

“Th e awards honour association members for their exceptional level of volunteer commitment and dedication to enhancing the professionalism of the homebuilding and renovation industries in the Greater Vancouver area,” says GVHBA President and CEO Peter Simpson.

Simpson himself was honoured with the Chairman’s Award of Honour, while Yosh

Kasahara of ParkLane Homes/Bluetree Group of Companies was the recipient of the Association Marketing Award. ParkLane was also given the Handshake Award (Builder), while CCI Renovations was the winner of the Handshake Award (Renovator).

FortisBC was the recipient of the Corporate Member of the Year award, while the Supplier Members of the Year were Dick’s Lumber and Building Supplies in Burnaby and Marketplace Events in Vancouver. Dick’s Lumber was also honoured with the Gary Santini Education and Training Award, an award also given to Wallmark Homes. Th e Technical Excellence Award was given to David Fisher of Mitsui Homes Canada Inc.

For more information, visit the GVHBA website at www.gvhba.org.

“ The heritage brick building ... is the

landmark of the whole development,” says sales manager Derek Kai.

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With a sales-to-active property listings ratio of 15 per cent, the Greater Vancouver housing market continues to hover at the lower end of a balanced market and has been trending in that direction over the past ve months.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached and apartment properties on the

region’s Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system reached 2,317 in October, a 1 per cent decrease compared to October 2010 and a 3.2 per cent increase compared to the previous month. Those sales rank as the second lowest total for October over the last 10 years.

New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver totalled 4,374 in

Metro at lower end of balanced marketOctober, which is on par with the 10-year average. This represents an 18.3 per cent increase compared to October 2010, when 3,698 properties were listed, and a 23 per cent decrease compared to the 5,680 new listings reported in September 2011.

The total number of properties listed for sale on the Greater Vancouver MLS system currently sits at 15,377, 9.3 per cent higher than the 14,075

properties listed for sale during the same period last year. October was the rst month that the total number of property listings showed a decrease this year. The MLSLink® Housing Price Index (HPI) benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver over the last 12 months has increased 7.5 per cent to $622,955 in October 2011 from $579,349 in October 2010. Team Dave Vallee

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#302 18 Smokey Smith

$319,900Great west facing, 2 bdrm in award winning, Whistler style “Crofton” building near Queens Park. This wonderful unit features gas fi replace, insuite lndry with upgraded washer/dryer, kitchen w/tile fl oors, maple cabinets and ceramic cooktop stove, newer laminate fl oors, newer paint & ceiling fan. Complex is well maintained & managed and is in an excellent location just steps to Queens Park, Canada Games Pool, transit & schools.

#2 168 6th St

$455,000Spacious 1713 sf, 3 bdrm + den/rec room, 3 level townhome in “Royal City Terrace”. 1st level features den/rec room, main fl oor has open kitchen with granite counters & laminate fl oors and opens to living room area, great family room or dining area adjoining the kitchen, balcony with SE views and the 3rd level features 3 bedroom with ensuite in the mstr bdrm. Complex is conveniently located with walking distance to both Uptown and Downtown New Westminster.

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• #2001 612 6TH ST, NW • 1718 NANAIMO ST, NW

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$789,900Restored & mechanically updated 3 bdrm, 2 bth, 2104 sf 1892 character hme in the heart of Queens Park on beautiful, quiet, tree lined, cobblestone St just steps to Sullivan Park & close to schools, shops & skytrain. This charming home feats fi r, beech & tile fl rs, high ceilings, nice fl r plan w/generous rm sizes, LR w/gas fp & hand painted ceiling mural, sunken family rm w/bay wndw & vaulted ceilings, updated open kitch/EA w/ newer applcs, formal DR, newer full bath w/Jacuzzi tub on main. 3 bdrms + newer bth up. Private backyard w/newer fencing, lrg patio & nice landscaping front & back, newer wndws, elec, plumbing, crawl space, drainage upgrades, newer sewer & water lines, stamped concrete driveway & walkways, 60% of the siding has been redone & exterior repainted last year.

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54 Courtney Cres

$815,000Beautifully maint’d 3400 sf, 3 lvl, 4 bdrms + den + 2 bths family hme in desirable Massey Heights area located on a beautiful quiet family oriented street across from Elementary school. This elegant home feats spacious room sizes, 4 bdrms + 2 bths on the top fl oor (master w/walk-in closet & ensuite), main fl oor feats LR w/French doors, wood burning f/p, lrg dining room, updated kitch (7 yrs ago), den w/gas f/p, and large partially covered deck. Bsmt has 2 large rec room, lots of storage, bthrm & older kitchen. Home also feats new roof, new water line in & newer furnace & HW tank, front door & paint. HOME SHOWS WELL! LOT SIZE 62.91 x 99.97.

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#1005 612 5th Ave

$279,900Beautifully maint’d 10th fl oor, 1 bdrm + den, 1090 sf, corner suite in the prestigious 5th Avenue close to shopping, transit, recreation & parks. This bright & spacious suite features Mtn & city views, insuite laundry, spacious rooms, kitchen with eating area + lots of windows. This well maint’d & managed building has a new roof & upgraded elevators & has great rec facilities including outdoor pool, swirl pool, sauna, exercise room & 2 social rooms.

#1107 320 Royal Ave

$218,000Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath corner unit on 11th fl oor with incredible south & east & west views spanning mountain ranges, Mt. Baker, islands & Fraser River. Has lots of cupboard & closet space & is freshly painted. Updates include new kitchen & bath fl ooring, electrical switches & ceiling light fi xtures, plumbing, toilet, faucets & kitchen appliances. Quiet concrete building a few minutes from shops, schools, parks, churches, Quay, transit, restaurants. In this aff ordable condo at the top of the hill, you can have it all! It off ers a convenient location, plenty of space & panoramic views.

836 Burnaby St

$709,900Awesome River & Mtn views, quiet family friendly street, extensively remodelled, 3 bdrms, 3 baths, 1906 sf, 1948 character bungalow featuring updated kitchen & baths, hardwood fl oors, multi-level view deck, fenced yard, double garage, new siding, updated electrical & plumbing, gas fp, double windows & fenced backyard. LOT: 49.66 x 102’.

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#303 777 8th St

$315,000 WOW! Substantially reno’d, 2 bdrm, 975 sf, 3rd fl r corner suite in “Moody Gardens” just across frm Moody Park & NWSS in Uptown New Westminster, close to recreation, shopping & transit. This bright & spacious immaculate suite has new paint & laminate fl rs, crown moldings & baseboards throughout, updated kitch & bath, elec f/p, 2 wall mounted TV’s (negotiable) & much more! Bldg is well maint’d & managed & was rainscreed w/Hardiplank exterior in 2001. Super suite & great location!

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