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North Vancouver Real Estate: Lonsdale Condos, Mountain Neighbourhoods and Deep Cove

North Vancouver is where the city meets the mountains: the SeaBus from Lonsdale Quay to downtown in about 12 minutes, the Shipyards District on the waterfront, and Grouse, Seymour and Lynn Canyon minutes from your front door. Weekends mean Deep Cove paddles, Edgemont Village coffee and trails right off your street.

Market snapshot

The North Vancouver market right now

North Vancouver currently has 854 active listings. Most homes for sale are priced between $581K and $2.70M, with a median around $1.25M. Condos and apartments make up the largest share of the market.

854
Active listings
854
For sale
$1.25M
Median list price
$581K–$2.70M
Typical range
$857
Median price / sq ft
44
Median days listed
74
New in last 7 days
2000
Median year built

North Vancouver prices by bedrooms

BedroomsActive listingsMedian asking price
1154$599K
2265$900K
3135$1.50M
4+264$2.25M

Figures reflect current active MLS® listings and update as the market moves.

North Vancouver is two municipalities, the City and the District, each with its own taxes, bylaws and character, and knowing which one a home sits in is the first step. Here is how the North Van market breaks down.

The North Vancouver micro-market

  • Lower Lonsdale and Central Lonsdale (City): Concrete and wood-frame condos close to the SeaBus, Lonsdale Quay and the Shipyards, the most walkable part of the North Shore.
  • Lynn Creek and Lions Gate (District): New town centres with condos and townhomes, popular with buyers who want newer construction near the bridges.
  • Lynn Valley, Edgemont and Upper Lonsdale: Family neighbourhoods of detached homes and townhomes near parks, trails and village shopping.
  • Deep Cove and Seymour: Quieter, waterfront-and-forest living with a tight supply of detached homes.
  • Slopes, creeks and wildfire: Many lots fall within steep-slope, creek or wildfire-interface areas where extra permits and reports are required. Check them before you plan a renovation or rebuild.

Schools and family appeal

  • North Vancouver School District: Handsworth, Argyle, Carson Graham (IB) and Windsor are among the secondary schools families ask about most, with French immersion options across the district.
  • Post-secondary: Capilano University in the District.
  • Outdoors: Grouse Mountain, Mount Seymour, Lynn Canyon, Capilano River and the Baden-Powell Trail.
  • Daily life: The Shipyards' summer markets and skating rink, Edgemont and Deep Cove villages, and the SeaBus or RapidBus across the water.

School catchments change. Confirm the address with the school district before you write an offer.

Pros and cons of buying in North Vancouver

ProsCons
Mountains, trails and ocean minutes from homeBridge bottlenecks on the Lions Gate and Ironworkers
SeaBus to downtown in about 12 minutes from LonsdaleNo SkyTrain on the North Shore
Strong schools and family neighbourhoodsDetached homes are scarce and expensive
Walkable Lonsdale and the Shipyards waterfrontMore rain than the rest of Metro Vancouver
New condos and townhomes in Lynn Creek and Lions GateSlope, creek and wildfire rules can complicate rebuilds
Tight-knit villages: Edgemont, Lynn Valley, Deep CoveCity and District rules and taxes differ, so buyers must check which applies
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Buying a home in North Vancouver

BC's 2023 small-scale multi-unit housing legislation now allows three to four units on most single-family lots in larger municipalities, which is reshaping what detached lots are worth. Check the lot's current zoning with the municipality, and get a home inspection and a title search before removing subjects.

Budget for BC's property transfer tax on top of the price — it's charged on the purchase and first-time buyers and new builds may qualify for exemptions. See our BC & Alberta closing costs checklist.

City or District of North Vancouver?

"North Vancouver" is two separate municipalities. The City of North Vancouver (58,120 people in 2021) is the compact, urban core around Lonsdale Avenue, running from the waterfront up the slope. The District of North Vancouver (88,168 people) wraps around it, from the Capilano River in the west to Indian Arm in the east and up into the mountains, with several village centres rather than a single downtown. Listings for both are searched together here.

The North Shore mountains define life here: Grouse Mountain, Mount Seymour, Lynn Canyon and the Capilano River are all minutes from most homes.

North Vancouver neighbourhoods at a glance

In the City, Lower Lonsdale ("LoLo") and Central Lonsdale are the condo cores, with Upper Lonsdale and Grand Boulevard more residential. In the District, Lynn Valley, Edgemont Village, Canyon Heights and Delbrook are established family areas; Deep Cove and Seymour sit toward Indian Arm; and Lynnmour and Lynn Creek have seen much of the newer townhome and condo development.

Getting around

The SeaBus crosses Burrard Inlet from Lonsdale Quay to Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver, and TransLink buses, including the R2 rapid bus along Marine Drive, run across the North Shore. By car, the Lions Gate Bridge and the Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing connect to Vancouver, and Highway 1 (the Upper Levels Highway) runs east–west across the slopes. Public schools are run by the North Vancouver School District (SD44).

Common questions

Buying in North Vancouver

If yours isn't here, ask us directly — we'd rather answer it now.

What is the difference between the City and District of North Vancouver?

They are separate municipalities. The City is the compact urban area around Lonsdale Avenue (58,120 people in 2021); the District surrounds it, from the Capilano River to Indian Arm (88,168 people). Property taxes and some rules differ, so check which one a home is in.

How do you get from North Vancouver to downtown Vancouver?

By SeaBus from Lonsdale Quay to Waterfront Station, or by car over the Lions Gate Bridge or the Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing.

Which school district serves North Vancouver?

The North Vancouver School District (SD44) serves both the City and the District.

How much does a home cost in North Vancouver?

The median asking price for homes currently for sale in North Vancouver is about $1,250,000, and most are listed between $581,000 and $2,699,000. These figures come from active MLS® listings and move with the market.

How many homes are for sale in North Vancouver right now?

There are 854 active listings on this page's search, 74 of them new in the last 7 days. Listings are updated continuously from the MLS®.

How much is a 3-bedroom home in North Vancouver?

Median asking prices by bedroom count in North Vancouver right now — 1 bedroom: about $599,000; 2 bedrooms: about $900,000; 3 bedrooms: about $1,499,000; 4+ bedrooms: about $2,250,000. Based on 818 active listings.

What is the price per square foot for homes in North Vancouver?

The median asking price per square foot of living area is about $857 across homes currently listed in North Vancouver. Location, age and building type move this a lot, so compare within a neighbourhood.

How long have homes in North Vancouver been on the market?

The typical active listing here first came on the market about 44 days ago. That's days listed so far, not time to sell, but a long figure usually signals more room to negotiate.

Can non-Canadians buy a home in North Vancouver?

Generally not right now. Since January 1, 2023, the federal Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act has barred most non-Canadians from buying residential property, with exceptions such as permanent residents and some work-permit holders. The ban has been extended before, so confirm its current status and get legal advice on your situation.

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