http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/ This page contains the blog. Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:16:00 +0000 http://ubertor.com/?v=1.0 en This is an XML content feed. It is intended to be viewed in a newsreader or syndicated to another site, subject to copyright and fair use. 939048http://www.feedburner.com http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/501/ http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/501/#comments Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:50:35 +0000 Listings http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/501/ I just finished uploading this Lot for sale, (Lot 157) 1052 Goat Ridge Drive, Britannia Beach, BC
OCEAN VIEW ACREAGE ON QUIET CUL-DE-SAC.

Gently sloping approx. 1.282 acre southwest facing ocean view building lot. Design and build your dream home with legal secondary suite on this estate size homesite! Just 45 minutes to Downtown Vancouver or Whistler Resort. Great opportunity for investors and builders. Buy and hold or start building your new home.

GST has been paid on this property.
Read More]]> I just finished uploading this Lot for sale, (Lot 157) 1052 Goat Ridge Drive, Britannia Beach, BC
OCEAN VIEW ACREAGE ON QUIET CUL-DE-SAC.

Gently sloping approx. 1.282 acre southwest facing ocean view building lot. Design and build your dream home with legal secondary suite on this estate size homesite! Just 45 minutes to Downtown Vancouver or Whistler Resort. Great opportunity for investors and builders. Buy and hold or start building your new home.

GST has been paid on this property.
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Spectacular ocean and mountain views from this 3,341sf 3 bed home on a level, beautifully landscaped and private west-facing 10,980sf lot!

Incredible value and Howe Sound views! This home is loaded with designer features. Sleek contemporary lines, skylights, floor to ceiling glass, etched, etched concrete floor, open riser staircase, and multi-zone in floor radiant heat.

Ocean view main floor with 2-storey foyer, 2-pc powder room, gourmet style kitchen, granite counters and stainless appliances, open plan living and dining rooms, cozy 3-sided gas fireplace and ocean view bedroom with private deck and 3-pc Ensuite bath.

Upstairs relax in the spacious ocean view master retreat featuring vaulted ceiling, indirect lighting, huge walk-in closet, private deck and 5-pc Ensuite bath with separate shower and ocean views!

Downstairs, find a huge recreation or future media room, large ocean view guest bedroom with access to private rear yard, 4-pc bath and full-size 2-car garage with plenty of storage for your skis, boards, golf clubs and more!

Please allow 24hrs to show. Read More]]> I just finished uploading this House for sale, 200 Furry Creek Drive, Furry Creek, BC
Spectacular ocean and mountain views from this 3,341sf 3 bed home on a level, beautifully landscaped and private west-facing 10,980sf lot!

Incredible value and Howe Sound views! This home is loaded with designer features. Sleek contemporary lines, skylights, floor to ceiling glass, etched, etched concrete floor, open riser staircase, and multi-zone in floor radiant heat.

Ocean view main floor with 2-storey foyer, 2-pc powder room, gourmet style kitchen, granite counters and stainless appliances, open plan living and dining rooms, cozy 3-sided gas fireplace and ocean view bedroom with private deck and 3-pc Ensuite bath.

Upstairs relax in the spacious ocean view master retreat featuring vaulted ceiling, indirect lighting, huge walk-in closet, private deck and 5-pc Ensuite bath with separate shower and ocean views!

Downstairs, find a huge recreation or future media room, large ocean view guest bedroom with access to private rear yard, 4-pc bath and full-size 2-car garage with plenty of storage for your skis, boards, golf clubs and more!

Please allow 24hrs to show. Read More ]]> http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/499/#comments http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/497/ http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/497/#comments Sat, 13 Dec 2008 08:27:45 +0000 Listings http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/497/ We are proud to announce that this Sat & Sun, December 13 & 14, 2008, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 600 Ocean Crest Drive by ParkLane Homes at Furry Creek. This is an opportunity to visit our two model homes for sale.
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Lot 7 Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

Read More]]> We are proud to announce that this Sat & Sun, December 13 & 14, 2008, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 600 Ocean Crest Drive by ParkLane Homes at Furry Creek. This is an opportunity to visit our two model homes for sale.
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Lot 7 Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

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Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Lot 6 Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

Read More]]> We are proud to announce that this Sat & Sun, December 13 & 14, 2008, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 500 Ocean Crest Drive by ParkLane Homes at Furry Creek. This is an opportunity to visit our two model homes for sale.
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Lot 6 Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

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Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

Read More]]> We are proud to announce that this Sat & Sun, December 6 & 7, 2008, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 500 Ocean Crest Drive , in Furry Creek Uplands in Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes, Furry Creek. This is an opportunity to visit our ocean view model homes for sale in beautiful Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes.
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

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Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

Read More]]> We are proud to announce that this Sat & Sun, December 6 & 7, 2008, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 600 Ocean Crest Drive , in Furry Creek Uplands in Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes, Furry Creek. This is an opportunity to visit our ocean view model homes for sale in beautiful Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes.
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Ocean Crest by ParkLane Homes House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

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Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Ocean Crest by ParkLane House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

Read More]]> We are proud to announce that this Sat & Sun, November 29 & 30, 2008, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 600 Ocean Crest Drive , in Ocean Crest by ParkLane , Furry Creek. This is an opportunity to visit this decorated model Home for sale in beautiful Ocean Crest by ParkLane .
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Ocean Crest by ParkLane House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

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Price Reductions Eliminate Gains From First Quarter
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reported residential benchmark prices, as calculated by the MLSLink Housing Price Index®, declined 8.8% between May and October of this year, resulting in a year over year 3.9% year to date price reduction for detached, attached and apartment properties combined in Greater Vancouver. To better illustrate this, the overall residential benchmark price was $518,668 in October 2008 compared to $568,411 reported in May 2008.



Unit Sales Decline Further
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reported total sales of all types of residential real estate totalled 1,364 units in October 2008, off 55% from prior year sales of 3,028 units.



New Listings Show Small Increase... Total Number of Active Listings Decline
The board reported new listings of detached, attached and apartment properties rose 1% to 4,867 in October 2008 vs. the 4,819 new units listed in October 2007. Active listings totalled 19,257 in October 2008, down 3% from the 19,852 active listings reported in September 2008.



President's Message
"Home sales are not keeping pace with the positive economic conditions in BC," REBGV president Dave Watt said. "That's a direct result of a loss of consumer confidence in the overall market. Accordingly, today's housing market is characterized by moderating home prices and wide selection. It's definitely a buyers market."



Sales By Property Type
Sales of detached homes declined (56.5%) to 493 units from the 1,133 recorded in October 2007. The benchmark price for detached homes declined 4.7% vs. October 2007 to $695,962. Since May 2008, the benchmark price of a detached home has declined 9.8%.


Sales of apartment homes declined (52.7%) in October 2008 to 647 units vs. the 1,368 units sold in the same period in 2007. The benchmark price for apartment homes declined 3.5% from prior year period to $358,359, off 8% since May 2008.


Sales of attached homes declined (57.5%) to 224 units in October 2008 vs. the 527 units sold in October 2007. The benchmark price of an attached property declined 1.4% in October 2008 to $448,152 vs. prior year, off 6.4% since May 2008. 


Days On Market (DOM)
Overall DOM was 63 days in October 2008 on par with the 62 DOM reported in September 2008, but up 17 days from the 46 DOM reported in October 2007.



North Vancouver DOM for all property types was 49 days in October 2008 up 9 days vs. the 40 DOM reported in September 2008 and up 24 days from the 25 DOM reported in October 2007.



West Vancouver overall DOM was 85 days in October 2008 on par with the 83 DOM reported in September 2008 but up 35 days from the 50 DOM reported in October 2007.



Planning a move? Prices and activity vary by area. Please call us for an Accurate, Professional, No Obligation market evaluation of your property, or to schedule a meeting to discuss your purchase options.



Anita Schmitt and Tom Davis REALTORS® - Royal LePage Northshore



Data Source MLS® Sales Statistics - November 3, 2008
This communication is not intended to cause or induce breach of an existing agency agreement.

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Price Reductions Eliminate Gains From First Quarter
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reported residential benchmark prices, as calculated by the MLSLink Housing Price Index®, declined 8.8% between May and October of this year, resulting in a year over year 3.9% year to date price reduction for detached, attached and apartment properties combined in Greater Vancouver. To better illustrate this, the overall residential benchmark price was $518,668 in October 2008 compared to $568,411 reported in May 2008.



Unit Sales Decline Further
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reported total sales of all types of residential real estate totalled 1,364 units in October 2008, off 55% from prior year sales of 3,028 units.



New Listings Show Small Increase... Total Number of Active Listings Decline
The board reported new listings of detached, attached and apartment properties rose 1% to 4,867 in October 2008 vs. the 4,819 new units listed in October 2007. Active listings totalled 19,257 in October 2008, down 3% from the 19,852 active listings reported in September 2008.



President's Message
"Home sales are not keeping pace with the positive economic conditions in BC," REBGV president Dave Watt said. "That's a direct result of a loss of consumer confidence in the overall market. Accordingly, today's housing market is characterized by moderating home prices and wide selection. It's definitely a buyers market."



Sales By Property Type
Sales of detached homes declined (56.5%) to 493 units from the 1,133 recorded in October 2007. The benchmark price for detached homes declined 4.7% vs. October 2007 to $695,962. Since May 2008, the benchmark price of a detached home has declined 9.8%.


Sales of apartment homes declined (52.7%) in October 2008 to 647 units vs. the 1,368 units sold in the same period in 2007. The benchmark price for apartment homes declined 3.5% from prior year period to $358,359, off 8% since May 2008.


Sales of attached homes declined (57.5%) to 224 units in October 2008 vs. the 527 units sold in October 2007. The benchmark price of an attached property declined 1.4% in October 2008 to $448,152 vs. prior year, off 6.4% since May 2008. 


Days On Market (DOM)
Overall DOM was 63 days in October 2008 on par with the 62 DOM reported in September 2008, but up 17 days from the 46 DOM reported in October 2007.



North Vancouver DOM for all property types was 49 days in October 2008 up 9 days vs. the 40 DOM reported in September 2008 and up 24 days from the 25 DOM reported in October 2007.



West Vancouver overall DOM was 85 days in October 2008 on par with the 83 DOM reported in September 2008 but up 35 days from the 50 DOM reported in October 2007.



Planning a move? Prices and activity vary by area. Please call us for an Accurate, Professional, No Obligation market evaluation of your property, or to schedule a meeting to discuss your purchase options.



Anita Schmitt and Tom Davis REALTORS® - Royal LePage Northshore



Data Source MLS® Sales Statistics - November 3, 2008
This communication is not intended to cause or induce breach of an existing agency agreement.

Read More ]]> http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/487/#comments http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/485/ http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/485/#comments Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:24:44 +0000 Listings http://anitaschmitt.com/ViewBlog/485/ I just finished uploading this Apartment for sale, 1904 1 Renaissance Square, New Westminster, BC
'Q' by renowned industry award-winning Aragon Developments!

A fabulous quiet riverside residence in a BRAND NEW, concrete & glass hi-rise apartment at New West Quay! Enjoy commanding southern views overlooking the Fraser river & beyond. You'll be captivated by spectacular views amplified by 'walls of glass' featuring oversized energy efficient green-tint double-glazing. This location boasts all-day sun! Enjoy gorgeous sunsets from the large concrete balcony w/ southwest views.

Gourmet style kitchen w/ granite counters, lacquered upper cabinet doors, frosted glass inserts & stained lower cabinet doors, Kohler single lever faucet & double sink, Whirlpool stainless 19cuft fridge, slide-in gas range, microwave combi hood fan, in-sink disposal. The backsplash features horizontally stacked porcelain tile & the floor is finished in large 18" x 18" porcelain tile.

Baths include granite counters, Shaker style wood cabinet doors, Kohler soaker tub, Kohler elongated w/c, Kohler undermount stainless sink plus stainless framed mirror.

This is an Assignment Of Contract. Expected completion Jan 2009 Price is GST extra.

Call me for all the details at 604.787.1456

Read More]]> I just finished uploading this Apartment for sale, 1904 1 Renaissance Square, New Westminster, BC
'Q' by renowned industry award-winning Aragon Developments!

A fabulous quiet riverside residence in a BRAND NEW, concrete & glass hi-rise apartment at New West Quay! Enjoy commanding southern views overlooking the Fraser river & beyond. You'll be captivated by spectacular views amplified by 'walls of glass' featuring oversized energy efficient green-tint double-glazing. This location boasts all-day sun! Enjoy gorgeous sunsets from the large concrete balcony w/ southwest views.

Gourmet style kitchen w/ granite counters, lacquered upper cabinet doors, frosted glass inserts & stained lower cabinet doors, Kohler single lever faucet & double sink, Whirlpool stainless 19cuft fridge, slide-in gas range, microwave combi hood fan, in-sink disposal. The backsplash features horizontally stacked porcelain tile & the floor is finished in large 18" x 18" porcelain tile.

Baths include granite counters, Shaker style wood cabinet doors, Kohler soaker tub, Kohler elongated w/c, Kohler undermount stainless sink plus stainless framed mirror.

This is an Assignment Of Contract. Expected completion Jan 2009 Price is GST extra.

Call me for all the details at 604.787.1456

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Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Furry Creek Uplands House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

Read More]]> We are proud to announce that this Saturday & Sunday, November 22 & 23, 2008, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 500 Ocean Crest Drive , in Ocean Crest by ParkLane in Furry Creek Uplands, Furry Creek. This is an opportunity to visit and purchase the ParkLane Model Home in beautiful Furry Creek Uplands.
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Furry Creek Uplands House for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-926-6011 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Anita Schmitt
Royal LePage - Northshore

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