New Listing | 301 277 West 1st Street, Lower Lonsdale
One-Owner Lower Lonsdale Condo at West Quay
“• One-bed, one-bath home, 727 sq ft, at West Quay in Lower Lonsdale
• A one-owner home since Polygon completed the building in 2017, lovingly lived in and looked after
• Located in the smaller of the complex’s two buildings, with fewer neighbours
• Large south/southeast-facing balcony with an unobstructed outlook
• In-floor radiant heat, in-suite laundry, a pantry closet, one parking stall, and one storage locker
• Listed at $678,000”
A well-kept one-bedroom home has just come to market at West Quay, Polygon's 2017 development in the heart of Lower Lonsdale. What sets this one apart is its history: the home has had a single owner since the building was completed, and that owner has lived in it the entire time. It shows in the condition.
The home also sits in the smaller of West Quay's two buildings. That's a quieter detail, but a meaningful one: fewer neighbours sharing the hallways, elevator, and entry, and a more private feel day to day, while residents still have access to the complex's gym and meeting room.
Inside, 727 square feet is laid out in an open-concept plan, with the kitchen, living, and dining areas sharing one bright space and large windows bringing in natural light. The kitchen is finished with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of cabinet space. In-floor radiant heat runs underfoot, providing quiet, even warmth, and in-suite laundry and a pantry closet handle the everyday, with extra storage to spare.
The bedroom is generously sized with a walk-in closet, and a four-piece bathroom completes the interior. Outside, a large, private south/southeast-facing balcony enjoys an unobstructed outlook with peek-a-boo views of the city skyline, and catches the sun through the middle of the day. One parking stall and one storage locker are included.
Then there's the location. With a Walk Score of 93, West Quay is steps from Lonsdale Quay, the SeaBus, and the Shipyards, with Waterfront Park, the Spirit Trail, and Lower Lonsdale's restaurants and cafés all within easy walking distance. Downtown Vancouver is a short SeaBus ride away.
What This Means for You
A one-owner, owner-occupied home is a different proposition from a unit that has turned over several times or spent years as a rental. Wear and tear tends to be lighter, and the care shows. For a first-time buyer, that means a home you can move into and enjoy rather than one that comes with a to-do list. For a professional who commutes downtown, the SeaBus at the bottom of the street is hard to beat. And for an investor, a well-kept one-bedroom in one of the North Shore's most walkable neighbourhoods is the kind of unit that tends to hold its appeal with renters over time.
As with any strata purchase, I'd encourage reviewing the building's documents as part of your due diligence, and I'm happy to walk you through what to look for.
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About Matt Council
Matt Council is a North Vancouver Realtor and West Van specialist with a background in finance, focused on a data-driven, pressure-free approach to buying and selling on the North Shore.