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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2576 W 18TH Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2649857
2576 W 18TH Avenue Vancouver V6L 1B1 
$6,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2649857
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,218 sq. ft.
5 Years contemporary architectural located on a corner lot along a beautiful tree lined street in the prime Arbutus Ridge. The exterior combines glass, metal and stone to create a truly unique contemporary residence that boasts over 4200 sqft of open living area. The breathtaking kitchen ft. American Elm custom cabinetry, Gaggenau kitchen appliance package & a Wok kitchen with Wolf gas range plus an urban cultivator. Beautiful white oak hardwood flooring throughout and natural light flow in through the expansive windows. 4 ensuite bedrooms on second floor and a large south facing deck with an outdoor fireplace. Downstairs ft. 2 ensuite bedrooms, a sauna, wine cellar & a 4K HD 10 ft projector media system. More detailsListed by Amex Broadway West Realty
- MICHAEL BOOTH
- Century 21 In Town Realty
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3894 QUESNEL Drive in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2654152
3894 QUESNEL Drive Vancouver V6L 2X2
$5,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2654152
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,030 sq. ft.
A house taken out of a Disney Movie! Experience breath taking 180 degree ocean, city, and mountain views. Located on an exceptionally quiet and tranquil street. This beautifully taken care of home sits on a 4,100 sqft lot and features 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. The seller has recently changed the roof and added an eye catching stone wall surrounding the entrance. A recently upgraded kitchen, upstairs flooring, and master bathroom compliment the classic stain glass windows and beautifully finished original hardwood floors. Come experience this home in person and be transported into a world of classic high class living. Close to shopping, top private schools, and UBC. Catchments: Trafalgar Elementary & Prince of Wales Secondary. Open House Sunday Sept 18th 4-6pm More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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4422 QUESNEL Drive in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2664426
4422 QUESNEL Drive Vancouver V6L 2X6
$8,850,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2664426
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,455 sq. ft.
UNOBSTRUCTED WATER, MOUNTAIN, CITY VIEW! PANORAMIC VIEWS from all 3 levels! Custom-built home in the most desirable prime Arbutus. This gorgeous home sits on a 6,435 SQFT lot with 4,455 sf of luxurious living space.5 bedrooms + 7 baths. School Catchment: Prince of Wales Secondary and Trafalgar Elementary. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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2690 W 21ST Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2669524
2690 W 21ST Avenue Vancouver V6L 1K1
$4,299,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2669524
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,221 sq. ft.
Quiet inner street corner unit, 7 bed and 6 bath home in prestige Arbutus. Over 7000 sqft lot and over 4000 sqft living space, south facing back yard. 2 levels above with basement. Great choice for family or investment. Efficient floor plan with tons of storage space, triple garage. Great location: 10 min to Oakridge and downtown, 8 min to UBC. Close to restaurants, shops, parks and more. School catchment: Carnarvon Elementary & Prince of Wales Secondary. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
- Century 21 In Town Realty
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2356 W 20TH Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2674322
2356 W 20TH Avenue Vancouver V6L 1G5
$3,380,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2674322
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,997 sq. ft.
INVESTORS/BUILDERS ALERT!!! Popular 50' lot in highly sought-after Arbutus area. Lot features home facing north, private south-facing backyard. 2 bedroom and 1 bathroom on main floor. Basement suite includes 1 bedroom & 1 bathroom with separate entrance. Currently rented at $2,900 per month on a month-by-month term. Home perfect for investors or those looking for tear down opportunity. Oil tank removed. 24 hours notice to show. More detailsListed by RA Realty Alliance Inc. - MICHAEL BOOTH
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2403 W 20TH Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2674336
2403 W 20TH Avenue Vancouver V6L 1G6
$3,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2674336
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,724 sq. ft.
Perfect family home with 3700 sqft of interior space located on a quiet street in the Arbutus area. This 8-bedroom 6-bathroom house has a large 6207 sqft corner lot with south facing bright and spacious living spaces. Well-kept home offering an exceptional layout, granite countertops, wok kitchen, master spa, and extensive covered sundeck. Central location that is walking distance to Prince of Wales secondary and Trafalgar Elementary with shopping nearby. Domestic Re-piping done in 2017 More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - MICHAEL BOOTH
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2268 W 19TH Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2682157
2268 W 19TH Avenue Vancouver V6L 1C4
$6,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2682157
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,450 sq. ft.
Fabulous customized luxury home located in the most prestigious Arbutus neighborhood. Designed by the award winning Richard Kadulski & Lung Design Group, Functional layout with extensive use of fine materials & natural stone, a true beauty of craftsmanship. The main floor features a stunning spacious design, built in office, open gourmet kitchen with top line Miele appliances. 4 bdrm upstairs all with ensuites & a balcony attached to 2 of the bdrm. All rms include built in entertainment system & bed. The basement consists of 11 foot ceilings, an open home theatre, wine cellar, gym, a spa and sauna and an ensuite guest bdrm. The house contains 5 bdrm and 8 bthrm. Control4 automation system is installed throughout the house providing complete control of sound and light from your smartphone. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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3722 PUGET Drive in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2684840
3722 PUGET Drive Vancouver V6L 2T9
$3,780,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2684840
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 2,800 sq. ft.
Impressive PANORAMIC CITY AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS in Arbutus neighbourhood. This lovely open concept home features AC, HRV, radiant heating, and high ceiling. Luxury kitchen appliances, Thermador, included 48'fridge, gas cooktop, 2 in 1 steam and oven. Family room with ceiling to floor glass French doors connected to patio. 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms upstairs. The 2 bedroom suite with separate entrance in basement is a great mortgage helper! Media room and roof deck are specifically for self entertainment and relaxing. Schools nearby: Carnarvon Elementary, Prince of Wales Secondary , Kitsilano Secondary and St. George's. Close to public transit, restaurants, shops, beach and parks. It has so much more to offer! Private Showings by Appointment Only : Sep. 25th, Sun. 2:00pm-4:00pm. More detailsListed by Hooli Homes Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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2557 W KING EDWARD Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2685343
2557 W KING EDWARD Avenue Vancouver V6L 1T5
$3,188,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2685343
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,131 sq. ft.
Built to suit : side-by-side duplexes in desirable Arbutus area. NO STRATA FEE !! 3 levels with over 2000 sf living space each, 2 bedrooms legal suite in basement as mortgage helper. High ceiling, excellent craftsmanship. Trafalgar Elementary / Prince of Wales Secondary catchment. Top private schools nearby. Prefect for growing families. Short drive to all amenities, shoppings and transits. Central location, beautiful street appearance. Call today for details. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Real Estate Services - MICHAEL BOOTH
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2171 W 18TH Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2685511
2171 W 18TH Avenue Vancouver V6L 1A3
$5,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2685511
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,456 sq. ft.
Truly one of the best QUALITY built homes in Prestigious Arbutus area! Situated on a generous 7,480 SF lot, boasts over 4,456 SF living space. Functional layout with all luxurious details. Grand foyer w/high ceiling, extensive use of incredible marble & granite, elegantly designed H/W doors on every entrance, exquisite crown mouldings, engineered H/W flr thru-out main, gourmet kit (and wok kit!)w/ high-end appls & maple cabs. 6 spacious bdrms all w/ ENSUITES. Fully finished basement offers a large rec rm with Home Theatre, wet bar, sauna room and steam bath. Features A/C, radiant heat, HRV system. 4 cars garage & beautiful landscaped garden. Meticulously maintained by the owner. Truly a masterpiece of craftsmanship & architectural splendour. More detailsListed by eXp Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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2127 W 21ST Avenue in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2689450
2127 W 21ST Avenue Vancouver V6L 1J2
$4,360,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2689450
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,342 sq. ft.
Completely renovated in 2014-2015 with city permit. 5.5 full baths, over 4300 sft floor area! Great house in a great area. Grand entrance with double ceiling height. Extra large master bedroom with mountain view, legal 2 bdrm basement suite with separate entrance, New media room with large wet bar. School catchment: Prince of Wales Secondary & Trafalgar Elementary. More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - MICHAEL BOOTH
- Century 21 In Town Realty
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3469 ARBUTUS Street in Vancouver: Arbutus House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2691269
3469 ARBUTUS Street Vancouver V6J 3Z5
$2,999,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2691269
- Floor Area:
- 1,195 sq. ft.
Builder and investor alert!! 50 by 125 RS-1 lot on Arbutus Street just north of West 19?? Ave. Assembly potential exists for rental projects in the area. Oil tank removal and asbestos analysis completed for demo. Ready to build your dream home!! More detailsListed by Macdonald Commercial Real Estate Services Ltd. - MICHAEL BOOTH
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