Arbutus Ridge is a quiet, mature, tree-filled neighbourhood with stately and restored heritage homes. This area becomes a mecca for cherry blossoms in the spring, which adds to the peaceful ambiance and green spaces. Arbutus has managed to retain its neighbourhood feel, making this a perfect community for families, professionals, and seniors alike.
With Dunbar’s charming homes and the elegant estates of Southlands, this community offers a reprieve from city life’s congestion and noise, making it hard to believe that downtown Vancouver is only 18 minutes away. Easy access to YVR, shopping districts, parks, golf courses, and access to the beautiful Fraser River make this neighbourhood a desirable place to live.
Dunbar-Arbutus's Appeal
Arbutus Ridge is in the middle of Vancouver’s west side, with excellent access to Downtown, the University of British Columbia, Pacific Spirit Regional Park, Kitsilano, and Jericho Beach, as well as to local shopping. With two large parks;Trafalgar and Carnavarn, Arbutus has plenty of activities from soccer, baseball, and ultimate frisbee, to name a few. When you consider all the parks and green spaces of Arbutus, it’s ironic how this now predominantly affluent neighbourhood was once dubbed “Asthma Flats” because, in the late 1800s and early 1900s, it was nothing more than a swamp that could only be traversed by a plank walkway.
Dunbar-Southlands is a mature community of quiet, residential streets lined with grand old trees, serene parks, a convenient retail and shopping district called Dunbar Village, the lovely McCleery Golf Course, and the private Point Grey Golf and Country Club. With close proximity to parks, the Fraser River, and UBC endowment lands, Dunbar-Southlands offer a vast amount of green space.
Dunbar-Arbutus Provides...
Community Gardens
Diverse flowers, shrubs, and vegetables serve to attract birds, while the Perennial gardens are filled with butterflies, and hums with several types of bees from spring to fall, all the while providing residents with fresh, beautiful produce.
Parks
Numerous parks are scattered throughout these two neighbourhoods, and provide many activities from sporting events, trail running, and picnics to name a few.
Community Involvement
Dunbar residents have a high level of community spirit and volunteerism and are keenly interested in participating in decisions that will affect them.
Schools
With mostly single-family homes, there are plenty of options for schools in these neighbourhoods. In Southlands, you will find Southlands Elementary, Kerrisdale Elementary, Kerrisdale Annex, and McKechnie Elementary. You will discover Trafalgar Elementary School in Arbutus, with Carnarvon Elementary and Kitchener Elementary just over the Arbutus boundaries.
Shopping
There are nearly 250 shops and services in the Dunbar Village that cater to a wide variety of needs while retaining the shop local sentiment and being devoid of the mega mall atmosphere.
Services and Facilities
Dunbar Community Centre serves the Dunbar-Southlands local area and meets the Park Board’s goal of providing one community center for approximately every 20,000 people. It has sport, recreational, and social programs for a wide range of residents, from infants to seniors. Swimming pools serving Dunbar residents are Lord Byng Pool and Kerrisdale Pool. Kerrisdale Ice Arena is the nearest ice rink. The Vancouver Public Library operates the Dunbar Branch Library.
The Dunbar-Arbutus Housing Market
With mostly single-family dwellings on larger properties, Arbutus and Dunbar have traditionally attracted more affluent buyers. Recently though, the main corridors have been lined with strata properties with street-level commercial units. While Southlands has maintained its “country feel” with stately homes and a large number of stables, smaller homes can be found, and new developments are beginning to increase in frequency.
Your Life In Dunbar-Arbutus
Your Life After Work
Make your way outside for a walk along the Fraser River, watch the tug boats and local fishermen as they buzz up and down the river. Head out for a glass of wine and a lovely meal at one of the fine eateries such as La Buca, which competes with some of the best restaurants in the city.
Your Life On Weekends
Make your way out for a round of golf at either the public course or the private course. Peruse one of the many shops in the Dunbar Village shopping district. Have a picnic in one of the parks while watching a game of baseball or ultimate frisbee.
Entertainment
The Kitsilano Farmers Market on Saturdays is an excellent activity, whether you are going alone, or want to bring the whole family. Golfing, horseback riding, and biking are all popular choices for residents in these neighbourhoods.
Access to YVR and Richmond
Situated further south than many of the other neighbourhoods in Vancouver means you have excellent access to YVR, which can be especially useful if you are someone who has to catch regular flights. Richmond, if you are looking for something different, such as the annual Night Market is a short drive away and offers a whole new element to explore.
What You'll Love
You will love the small community feel, the closeness to nature, and the tranquility of suburbia, all the while being only minutes from the city’s action. You will truly get a sense of having the best of both worlds living here.
What You May Not Like
The large single-family homes provide an idyllic country setting away from the noise. If you are looking to be in the “thick of it,” these communities will not be for you. Dunbar and Arbutus are removed from the city center, meaning no night clubs, and the bars here are generally quieter gastropubs. There are many restaurants, but generally, to find the best in the city, one needs to venture beyond these two communities’ borders.
Dunbar-Arbutus Property Search
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3369 TRUTCH Street in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2527893
3369 TRUTCH Street Vancouver V6L 2T3 
$6,899,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2527893
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,420 sq. ft.
FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET. Located in the central Arbutus area, 1 min walk to Carnarvon Elementary School. Big lot with spacious layout. Built by well-known local developer, designed for family use, fine craftsmanship, rare to find on the market. BOOK YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING TODAY! Due to COVID, showings are available on Wednesday only. Thanks for understanding. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp.
- MICHAEL BOOTH
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2484 W 16TH Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2540761
2484 W 16TH Avenue Vancouver V6K 3B8
$3,598,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2540761
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,542 sq. ft.
Vancouver Arbutus 50x150 hugh ,backyard south facing lot with view of Mackenzie Heights. 7 bedrooms,3 bathroom with total 3500 sft. Trafalfar Elementary and Prince Wales Secondary school catchments.Rental Income over $4800/m. Don't disturbe tenants please. SHowing on Sunday 2 to 3pm by appointment only Covid-19 protocols in place,mask must. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty First - MICHAEL BOOTH
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4285 MACDONALD Street in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale in "Arbutus" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2551166
4285 MACDONALD Street Vancouver V6L 2P4
$2,480,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2551166
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,130 sq. ft.
VIEW CORNER LOT IN PRIME ARBUTUS NEIGHBOURHOOD with North South orientation. This 2,130 square foot family home is situated on a 6,593 square foot lot perfect home to hold or build your dream home. Close to Trafalgar Elementary and Prince of Wales Secondary. Provides easy access to Downtown, UBC, beaches, transit hubs, shopping, restaurants and neighourhood amenities. SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! DO NOT ACCESS PROPERTY WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT! More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - MICHAEL BOOTH
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2895 W 21ST Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2566453
2895 W 21ST Avenue Vancouver V6L 1K5
$2,990,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2566453
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,876 sq. ft.
DON'T MISS OUT!!! Great holding (Basement tenanted) & development property (option to develop a DUPLEX) on a PRIME & QUIET CORNER lot facing south with 3 bdrms on the main floor plus 2 bdrm suite downstairs. Updates in 2020 with new flooring and painting. Central location! School catchment: Prince of Wales Secondary & Carnarvon Elementary. Close to UBC, shops, parks & transit! Survey is available upon request. More detailsListed by Park Georgia Realty Ltd. - MICHAEL BOOTH
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4096 QUESNEL Drive in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2568106
4096 QUESNEL Drive Vancouver V6L 2X2
$4,588,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2568106
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,084 sq. ft.
PANORAMIC VIEWS from all 3 levels! Enjoy WEST COAST LIFESTYLE in this elegant and classy architecturally designed 4084sf executive home nestled on the Ridge on a massive 55x122=6710sf property. The epitome of GOOD FUNG-SHUI interior design: Bright & Airy, lots of natural light from overhead skylights and big windows. Grand Double - Height Entry Foyer. All ensuites- 3 bdrms up, add'l bdrm/office on main. Gourmet Kitchen, Family & Living rooms open to a lovely outdoor entertainment patio w/built in Fireplace and BBQ (like Whistler?) to enjoy fireworks & Downtown views. Kid friendly lower level w/rec. rm & den & bdrm. HRV, AC, large 3x garage w/extra pad for 2 cars or car wash or basketball pad. Prince of Wales catchment .All measurements approx. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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3950 PUGET Drive in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2573450
3950 PUGET Drive Vancouver V6L 2V4
$4,399,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2573450
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,376 sq. ft.
Custom built contemporary panoramic view home on Puget Drive in the Arbutus area. This lovely home sits on an 8358 sqft corner lot & has been well maintained & updated throughout the years by the current owners. Over 4300 sqft of open plan living with plenty of windows & skylights to bring in lots of natural lights. The reverse plan features the main level w/ spacious principal rooms including a large living rm, dining rm, a fabulous gourmet kitchen w/ eating area & a huge family rm overlooking a private sundeck w/ beautiful city & mountain view. The lower level has 4 bedrooms & an office. The basement has a terrific in-law suite. New furnace & hot water tank. Professionally landscaped gardens & 2 cars attached garage. Close to Trafalgar Elem & Prince of Wales Sec School catchment More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - MICHAEL BOOTH
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3008 W 21ST Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2578919
3008 W 21ST Avenue Vancouver V6L 1L1
$2,590,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2578919
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1,579 sq. ft.
Beautiful flat lot on W. 21st Avenue at the corner of Carnarvon St., one block below Puget Drive. Great location to build a custom home with view of the mountains and city from the top level. Many attractive homes in this desirable Arbutus area close to the best schools, shopping on MacDonald Street and the Arbutus Village. Great opportunity for investors or builders looking to build a luxurious back and front duplex with suites or a spectacular single family home with a laneway house. Please do not walk the property or disturb the tenant. This property is listed for sale as a building lot. Currently leased to tenants who have been there for many years. Measurements of the interior is to be verified. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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2181 W 22ND Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2583320
2181 W 22ND Avenue Vancouver V6L 1L4
$5,699,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2583320
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,133 sq. ft.
Dream luxury home on a beautiful tree-lined street in one of the city's most desirable areas Arbutus. Craftsmanship & high-end materials throughout. Offers 4133 SF living space, marble tiles & hardwood flooring throughout, high ceilings on all levels, Chef's kitchen is equipped w/ professional SS appliances MIELE. 4 ensuited bdrms upstairs. Basement features huge recreation, media room, wet bar / wine room, 2 bdrms & sauna/steam room. AC, HRV, radiant heating, Smart Home System & 2-5-10 NHW. Just steps from Trafalgar Elementary, park & transit. 5 mins drive to Arbutus shopping centre, Arbutus Club, Prince of Wales Secondary, York House, Little Flower Academy & Shaughnessy Elementary. Open house: Sep 19, 1-3pm More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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2923 W 20TH Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2591110
2923 W 20TH Avenue Vancouver V6L 1H6
$3,180,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2591110
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,347 sq. ft.
LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Welcome home to this lovely 4 bdrm, 2 bath home situated on a desirable 42'x122' flat lot in the heart of Arbutus. The main floor has 2 bdrms, 1 bth & a spacious living room (w/ a gas fireplace), part of it overlooking the dining and family room which opens to a large deck, perfect for entertaining. The large master bdrm fits a king-sized bed w/ room to spare. Basement has a family room, den/bdrm, laundry room, and another extra large bdrm! 1 parking carport. Central location w/in walking distance to Carnarvon Park (1 min walk), transit, and top schools (5 min walk to Carnarvon Elem, Prince of Wales Sec). Lots of new homes in the area, renovate & hold or build your dream home! Don't miss out! 360 Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=EpEEg1N6A2i More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - MICHAEL BOOTH
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2215 W 18TH Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2593275
2215 W 18TH Avenue Vancouver V6L 1A5
$3,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2593275
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,690 sq. ft.
Fabulous home situated on a generous 50x149 lot in the sought-after Arbutus area! This house was substantially rebuilt & extended in 2001. Raised, new second floor creating two bright & spacious bedrooms w/ensuites & walk-in closets. The main floor offers two bdrms and one full bath. Terrific kitchen features granite counters, quality appl’s incl & ample cabinet space. Walkout basement comes with a separate entry 4 bedrooms suite which can be easily rented out as a great mortgage helper. New fenced yard with beautiful landscaping all around. A green backyard with huge deck meets all your outdoor entertainment needs. Close to Prince of Wales & Trafalgar Elementary, Arbutus Greenway & private club.Rapid transit to UBC, DT, and Airport. Showing by appointment only: Sat June 19th 2-4pm. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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