North Shore Market Intel
Data-driven reads on North and West Vancouver real estate — pick a topic below, or scroll through every report.
West Vancouver Real Estate, First Half of 2026: Why Missing on the First Listing Cost More
In West Vancouver, missing on the first listing price cost sellers more than anywhere else on the North Shore. We traced every sale from early 2026 to see how much.
North Vancouver Real Estate, First Half of 2026: What Happened Before the Sale
A home's final listing rarely tells the whole story. We traced 1,033 North Vancouver sales from early 2026 and found that homes that missed on their first listing sold for noticeably less.
Can a Neighbour Legally Block My View on the North Shore?
A view can add a lot to a North Shore home's price, but in BC it is not a legal right. Here is what protects it, and what to check before you buy.
Asbestos in an Older North Shore Home: What Buyers, Sellers and Renovators Should Know
Many older North Shore homes were built before 1990, when asbestos was common in building materials. Here is when testing is required, what each municipality asks for, and what buyers and sellers should do.
New Listing | 301 277 West 1st Street, Lower Lonsdale
A well-kept, one-owner one-bedroom home in the boutique building at West Quay hits the market in Lower Lonsdale, just steps from Lonsdale Quay and the SeaBus.
Does That Older North Shore Home Have a Buried Oil Tank? What Buyers and Sellers Should Know
Before the 1970s, some North Shore homes were heated with oil, and the tanks were often buried. Here is what buyers and sellers of older homes should ask, who is responsible, and why insurers and lenders matter.
What Happens If a Neighbour's Fence or Building Crosses My Property Line in BC?
A fence or building that crosses a property line does not always have to come down. Here is what BC's Property Law Act lets a court order, how neighbours usually resolve it, and what to check before you buy.
Should I Get a Sewer Line Camera Inspection Before Buying a North Shore Home?
The pipe between a North Shore house and the street is buried, rarely inspected, and usually the owner’s problem when it fails. Here is what a sewer camera inspection checks, how the three municipalities split responsibility, and when to add one to your offer.
New Listing | 331 East 24th Street, Central Lonsdale
A charming, one-level rancher on a sunny south-facing lot in Central Lonsdale hits the market at $1,488,000, steps from the Green Necklace and the new Harry Jerome Recreation Centre.
Is a Verbal Agreement or Text Message Binding When Buying or Selling a Home in BC?
If you agreed to buy or sell a home by phone or text, are you bound? In BC, the law generally wants a signed writing. Here is what the 2025 thumbs-up emoji case means for you.