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West Vancouver Real Estate

West Vancouver occupies the North Shore's western flank, from Ambleside and Dundarave along the waterfront up to the British Properties — one of the region's most established and highest-priced markets, weighted toward detached houses and waterfront property.

Market snapshot

The West Vancouver market right now

West Vancouver currently has 503 active listings. Most homes for sale are priced between $1.28M and $7.90M, with a median around $3.00M. Detached houses make up the largest share of the market.

503
Active listings
503
For sale
$3.00M
Median list price
$1.28M–$7.90M
Typical range
$982
Median price / sq ft
77
Median days listed
28
New in last 7 days
1991
Median year built

West Vancouver prices by bedrooms

BedroomsActive listingsMedian asking price
124$842K
275$1.49M
380$2.49M
4+297$3.99M

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

Buying a home in West 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.

Living in West Vancouver

West Vancouver is a district municipality of 44,122 people (2021 census) on the western North Shore, incorporated in 1912 when it separated from the District of North Vancouver. The Lions Gate Bridge, opened in 1938, turned it from a ferry-served community into one of the region's most established residential areas.

It runs from Park Royal — Canada's first shopping mall, opened in the 1950s — west along Marine Drive to Horseshoe Bay, and includes much of Cypress Provincial Park. The waterfront Seawall and Ambleside Park, Lighthouse Park's old-growth forest and Whytecliff Park are all within the municipality.

West Vancouver neighbourhoods at a glance

The waterfront villages of Ambleside and Dundarave along Marine Drive have the area's shops, restaurants and most of its condos. Upslope, the British Properties, Chartwell and Cypress Park are known for large view homes, while Caulfeild, Eagle Harbour and Horseshoe Bay to the west are quieter and closer to the water.

Getting around

Highway 1 and Highway 99 share a freeway through West Vancouver from Horseshoe Bay to Taylor Way, where Highway 99 continues over the Lions Gate Bridge to downtown Vancouver. BC Ferries sails from Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo, Bowen Island and the Sunshine Coast, and West Vancouver's Blue Bus and TransLink buses connect through Park Royal. Public schools are run by the West Vancouver School District (SD45).

Buying in West Vancouver

West Vancouver is weighted toward detached and waterfront property. Browse West Vancouver houses for sale, luxury homes, waterfront homes, condos or all West Vancouver homes for sale.

Common questions

Buying in West Vancouver

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

Is West Vancouver part of North Vancouver?

No. West Vancouver has been a separate municipality since 1912, when it split from the District of North Vancouver. Its eastern boundary is mostly the Capilano River.

What are the main neighbourhoods in West Vancouver?

Ambleside and Dundarave on the waterfront, the British Properties, Chartwell and Cypress Park upslope, and Caulfeild, Eagle Harbour and Horseshoe Bay to the west.

How do you get from West Vancouver to downtown Vancouver?

Over the Lions Gate Bridge via Highway 99, or by TransLink bus from Park Royal.

How much does a home cost in West Vancouver?

The median asking price for homes currently for sale in West Vancouver is about $2,998,000, and most are listed between $1,280,000 and $7,897,000. These figures come from active MLS® listings and move with the market.

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

There are 503 active listings on this page's search, 28 of them new in the last 7 days. Listings are updated continuously from the MLS®.

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

Median asking prices by bedroom count in West Vancouver right now — 1 bedroom: about $842,000; 2 bedrooms: about $1,488,000; 3 bedrooms: about $2,488,000; 4+ bedrooms: about $3,990,000. Based on 476 active listings.

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

The median asking price per square foot of living area is about $982 across homes currently listed in West Vancouver. Location, age and building type move this a lot, so compare within a neighbourhood.

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

The typical active listing here first came on the market about 77 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 West 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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