In a striking example of Vancouver's competitive housing market, a beautifully renovated character home in the Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood sold for $320,000 over its asking price. The six-bedroom, three-bathroom detached house at 711 Trinity Street was listed at $1,850,000 and ultimately sold for $2,170,000, with the winning bid presented as a subject-free offer.
Property Highlights
Built in the 1930s, this 2,545-square-foot home retains many original architectural details, including inlaid oak floors, stained-glass windows, and a wood-burning fireplace. The property sits on a longer-than-average 127-foot fully fenced lot, adding to its appeal. The home features two bedrooms and one bathroom on each of its three levels, including a two-bedroom suite on the lower floor. The main level offers a combined living and dining room, a custom kitchen with an eating area, and far-reaching views. The upper floor includes skylights and a bespoke diamond picture window that frames West Coast vistas.
Market Context
According to listing agent Karley Rice of Macdonald Realty, the property attracted significant interest, selling in just eight days on the market. The BC Assessment value was $1,815,000. The buyers were represented by Shannon McNulty of Stilhavn Real Estate Services.
Additional Sale: UBC Condo
In another transaction, a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment at 530-3563 Ross Drive in Vancouver's Wesbrook Village sold for $1,137,000, below its $1,229,000 list price. The 936-square-foot unit, built in 2020 by Polygon, features an open-concept layout with nine-foot ceilings, oversized windows, engineered wood floors, air conditioning, and a designer kitchen with stainless steel appliances and marble tile backsplash. The home also includes a wraparound balcony and a parking stall, with a monthly maintenance fee of $427.25. It sold after 30 days on the market.
