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1638 Marpole Avenue

Shaughnessy, Vancouver, BC, V6J 2S1

5 | 8 | 5 | 7,479 sq.ft. | Year Built: 1996 |

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Stately 1st Shaughnessy perched high commanding Mtn, Ocean & DT views! Designed by Hollifield & built-to-last by German masterbuilder as his own residence 1996. Meticulously maintained 7500sf on 17115sf lot. Perfectly proportioned large principal rooms, wide open layout, tiger-stripe oak floors, high ceilings, curved French doors, high wainscotting, Euro chandeliers; exudes serene understated elegance & soothing timeless luxury. Lush mature landscaping surround a private stone garden patio. Large kitchen incl. wok kit & big breakfast area. 4 ensuite bdrms incl. Master with vaulted ceilings & private view balcony. Bsmt boasts I/D swim-in-place jetted infinity pool+hot-tub combo; & guest ensuite bdrm. Top private schools, Van Lawn&Tennis, Arbutus Club, Granville Village shops. Quick DT & YVR

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MLS®: R3005636

Listing Courtesy of Sutton Group-West Coast Realty

Total Bedrooms 5

Total Bathrooms 8

Floor Space 7479 sq.ft.

Lot Size 17115 sq.ft.

Title Type Freehold NonStrata

Style 1 1/2 Storey

Date Listed XXXX-XX-XX

Property Type House

Listed Price $11,990,000

Unit Pricing $1,603/sq.ft.

Strata Fee $0.00

Tax Estimate $47,150/Year

Year Built 1996

Interior Features

Rooms

Main Living Room 23'11 * 25'6

Main Dining Room 13'1 * 19'5

Main Family Room 24'8 * 19'3

Main Eating Area 14'3 * 20'3

Main Kitchen 12'3 * 13'3

Main Wok Kitchen 9'11 * 8'

Main Office 18'2 * 15'6

Main Foyer 9'9 * 23'2

Main Patio 18' * 39'

Above Primary Bedroom 15'2 * 24'4

Above Walk-In Closet 12' * 9'1

Above Bedrooms 14' * 18'7

Above Bedrooms 15'8 * 13'1

Above Bedrooms 12'2 * 16'8

Above Family Room 8'1 * 14'7

Bsmt Recreation Room 25' * 15'3

Bsmt Bedrooms 16'1 * 13'2

Bsmt Laundry 11'1 * 8'2

Bsmt Storage 17'3 * 7'4

Bsmt Utility 9'6 * 12'3

Bsmt Other 23'9 * 18'9

More Details

Storey 2

Floor Space Finished 7479.00 sq.ft.

Roof XXXX

Zoning FSD

Exterior Finish XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Out Door Area XXXXXXXXXX

Parking Garage Triple

Parking Cover 3

Parking Total 5

Fuel Heating Natural Gas, Radiant

Water Supply XXXXXX

Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Summary

Location and General Information

MLS Area Major: Vancouver West
Street Name: Marpole
City: Vancouver
State Or Province: BC
Postal Code: V6J 2S1
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Taxes and HOA Information

Tax Year: 2024

Interior and Exterior Features

Bathrooms Information

Bathrooms Full: 5
Bathrooms Half: 3

Interior Features

Fireplaces Total: 3
Basement: Finished

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Balcony
Roof: Wood

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Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Property and Assessments

Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built: 1996
Lot Size Square Feet: 17115
Building Area Total: 7479
Living Area: 7479

Lot Information

Parcel Number: 023604271

Sold History

Selling

R3005636 House May 21, 2025 Listed $11,990,000

R2940433 House May 21, 2025 Removed $12,990,000

R2817037 House Oct 29, 2024 Removed $12,990,000

R2736622 House May 1, 2023 Removed $12,990,000

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