Situated on a picturesque tree-lined street in the heart of the green and quiet neighbourhood between the bustling Main and Cambie streets, is this charming family home. Tranquil and warm, this home is just a short stroll to the Mighty Oak cafe, walking distance to the Canada Line Skytrain, and right by the eclectic and varied shops along Main and Cambie Streets.
The layout is designed to accommodate the needs of a growing family, with three bedrooms on the upper floor, an additional bedroom on the main level and another at the garden level.
On the main level, a spacious living room looks onto the tree-lined street, while the sunlit kitchen features updated appliances, marrying modern convenience with timeless charm. The dining room opens to a 9’ x 21’ glass-covered deck, great for gatherings and entertainment. From here, stairs lead down to a charming brick patio and a meticulously cared for rose garden.
Original character has been retained throughout this home, with leaded glass windows, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, coved ceilings, and inlaid hardwood floors.
On the garden level, you’ll find a versatile space with a separate entrance, potential for a suite. There are two generously sized workshop areas providing ample space for creative pursuits, one on the lower level, and one in the separate garage.
Nicely maintained with up-to-date mechanical systems—including a roof with a 50 year warranty, furnace, on-demand hot water, drain tiles, city water service, and plumbing—this home provides a solid start for renovators.
Here’s the list of work completed:
1998 - Basement study and bedroom added.
2002 - Main floor bathroom renovated, new plumbing, jetted bathtub.
2002 - City water service to the house replaced.
2004 - Added upstairs bathroom and bedroom, hallway, and skylight. Main floor kitchen replaced. Roof insulation added. All work city permitted.
2004 - All in-house plumbing replaced.
2008 - Oil tank removed with city permit.
2008 - Drain tiles replaced at the front and around the south corners of the house; foundation sealed in these areas and clean-outs installed.
2010 - New roof installed (taken down to the rafters) with rubber shingles and a 50 year warranty. New gutters with guards.
2012 - Furnace replaced and on-demand hot water added.
2021 - Exterior fireplace chimney rebuilt.
2021 - Back deck rebuilt and glass deck cover added.
2023 - Front hallway renovated.
Situated just five blocks from the King Edward Canada Line Station, commuting is a breeze, while The Mighty Oak neighbourhood coffee shop is just four blocks away at 18th & Columbia. Cambie Village is also just four blocks away.
Edith Cavell Elementary School is close by, and the Douglas Park Community Centre is five blocks away. Also within walking distance are Nat Bailey Stadium, Hillcrest Park and Community Centre, and Little Mountain/Queen Elizabeth Park.
Of special note is the meticulously tended rose garden, made up of low-maintenance, disease-resistant old garden rose shrubs. The current owner, a Dowager Queen award winner, tells us that maintaining this exquisite garden is a breeze. Pro tip: Pruning is recommended in the fall using shears or loppers to ensure optimal health and growth followed by some light pruning in the spring.
If you’re looking for a tranquil family home right in the centre of the city, definitely check this home out. Contact us for a private viewing, or see us at our open house.
