Thursday 26 November 2009

New collection of Vancouver real estate photos uploaded


New collection of Vancouver real estate photos just uploaded.

These are some of the best amateur Vancouver real estate photos you'll find. "Amateur" not because we are not professional enough. In fact we mastered most fundamentals for real estate photos than most so called professional real estate photographers out there.

It's just because we don't sell photos, and we don't shoot for any one who's willing to pay. We only shoot properties we manage.

Monday 16 November 2009

1 Bed + Den w/ Laminate Floors, Parking + Locker @ Imperial Tower



Represented and posted by Sunstar Realty Ltd. We do not charge prospective tenants any extra fees besides rent. Fully licensed and providing top quality customer service to tenants in strict accordance with the Residential Tenancy Act since 1994.


Already rented - long term unfurnished

Bedroom: 1 + den
Bathroom: 1
Finished area: 590sf
Flooring: laminate floors
Parking: 1; underground
Locker: yes
Included items: fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer and dryer.
Not included: strata move-in / move-out fee, electricity, telephone, cable, internet.
Amenities: meeting room, exercise room, games room with ping pong and pool tables, and sauna room.
Deposits: half a month security deposit + fob deposits
Move-in fees: as per strata bylaws
Lease term: minimum one year
Pets: sorry not this one.
Absolutely no smoking please.

LOCATION: Located at the corner of Helmcken and Howe Street above the landmark Starbucks, Imperial Tower is just two blocks walk Sheraton Wall Centre and St. Paul's Hospital on Burrard, and a few blocks away from major shopping and entertainment along Robson and Burrard such as Scotia Theatre and MarketPlace IGA. At the other direction, Yaletown restaurants and clubs are just 4 blocks away.

FEATURES: 590sf 1 bedroom + den with laminate floors throughout. Open living area with large floor to ceilings windows at one end and dining area with chandelier at the other end. Proper den with large windows can be used as office. The kitchen comes with two rows of white cabinets, large steel sink and pass through window. Extra large bedroom can accommodate 3, 4 pcs king size bed sets. 4 pcs bathroom has soaker tub and medicine cabinet. Rent includes insuite laundry, 1 parking stall and 1 storage locker.

For viewing appointments, please contact Gary Park at 604-618-6002 or email gary@SunstarRealty.ca or click here Downtown condo for rent to see the complete photo album first.

Vancouver Downtown Condo For Rent - Sunstar Realty Ltd.

Sunday 15 November 2009

Shangri-La 1530sf 2 Bedroom + Den w/ Awesome Water Views (3701)



Represented and posted by Sunstar Realty Ltd. We do not charge prospective tenants any extra fees besides rent. Fully licensed and providing top quality customer service to tenants in strict accordance with the Residential Tenancy Act since 1994. Sunstar Fivestar Collection - Fully Furnished High End Short Term Rentals.

Rent: $6500 - fully furnished short term


Bedroom: 2 + den
Bathroom: 2.5
Finished area: 1530 sf
Fireplace: 1; electric
Balcony: yes
Flooring: hardwood
Parking: 1; underground
Deposits: half a month security deposit
Pets: sorry not this one.
Absolutely no smoking please.

Amenities: concierge, business centre, fitness centre, pool, library, function rooms/theatre, conference room, Shangri-La's world famous Chi Spa; a full menu of available hotel services from Shangri-La Hotel; restaurants include Ginger Bar, Lobby Lounge, Market by Jean-Georges; shopping on the ground floor at Urbanfare and Burberry (some amenities/services subject to charges) .

Included items: fully furnished from cutlery to linens, from entertainment system to designer soap dispensers; also comes with top of the line stainless steel fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave, and washer/dryer; rent includes central air conditioning, utilities, telephone, cable, and high speed internet.

LOCATION: One of the busiest city blocks in Western Canada. Shangri-La is at the 2 bustling corners of W. Georgia St, Alberni St and Thurlow St. One side is the hub of Vancouver Downtown's Central Business District within 2 blocks walk to most AAA commercial towers and corporate headquarters; on the other side you have West Coast's busiest shopping & dining mecca Robson Street. Shangri-La's ground level retail tenants are Vancouver's high end grocer Urbanfare and Burberry's first flagship Canadian outlet. Work, fashion, fine dining, clubbing are all within walking distance from this prime location.

FEATURES: Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is the largest high end hotel chain in Asia. Living Shangri-La in Vancouver is the chain first operation in North America and Vancouver's first with a five-star deluxe rating. The tallest building in Vancouver, Living Shangri-La has luxury private estates from 44th floor up, high end condos in the mid-section, and the hotel operation from 15th floor down. Occupants at our 35th floor suite will enjoy a long list of privileges, hotel services and modern conveniences made available only to owners of Living Shangri-La Residences.

This luxurious 1530sf 2 bedroom + den 2.5 bathroom home is modern, chic and comes with an awesome bird's eye view of English Bay, Straight of Georgia, West End, Stanley Park and West Vancouver mountains from most rooms. Main features include high ceilings, hardwood floors, central air cond, roller blinds shading system, and high end fixtures throughout. The open gourmet kitchen has long serving counter with breakfast bar on one side, separate center island with stovetop and ceiling mounted hoodfan, Boffi wood veneer cabinets, granite countertops and backsplash, KWC Domo kitchen faucet system, self-closing drawers and doors, and 6 pcs stainless steel appliances including a Miele gas cooktop and Subzero built-in refrigerator. Open living area offers large plasma TV, electric fireplace, work station with view, and dining set for 4 with chandelier. The other side of the kitchen is open den with library and sitting area. Master bedroom has another plasma TV, walk-in closet, 5 pcs ensuite featuring wall-hung Boffi vanities, Geberit and Duravit wall-hung toilet systems, marble-tiled floors, his and hers Caroma vessel basins, and marble-tiled cast iron tub and separate glass shower stall. Second bedroom has it's own 3 pcs ensuite with shower. Unit also comes with open view balcony, insuite front load Bosch washer dryer, and 2 underground parking stalls.

For viewing appointments, please call Debby Ward at 604-808-9300 or email debby@SunstarRealty.ca or click here Shangri-la: #3701- 1111 Alberni St, Vancouver to see the complete photo album first.

Downtown Furnished Rentals- Sunstar Realty Ltd.

Tuesday 10 November 2009

Yaletown 2 Bed w/ Laminate Floors Throughout @ Governor's Villa



Managed and posted by Sunstar Realty Ltd. We do not charge prospective tenants any extra fees besides rent. Fully licensed and providing top quality customer service to tenants in strict accordance with the Residential Tenancy Act since 1994.


Already rented - long term unfurnished

Bedroom: 2
Bathroom: 2
Finished area: 910sf
Flooring: laminate throughout
Parking: 1, underground
Locker: yes
Included items: fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave and washer & dryer, and heating.
Not included: strata move-in / move-out fee, electricity, telephone, cable, internet.
Amenities: 40' indoor heated lap pool, sauna, hot tub, exercise room, private landscaped courtyard, 24 hours concierge, meeting room.
Deposits: half a month security deposit + fob deposits
Move-in fees: as per strata bylaws
Lease term: minimum one year
Pets: sorry not this one.
Absolutely no smoking please.

LOCATION: Governor's Villa II is at the hub of Yaletown/Concord Pacific Place at Homer and Drake. 1 block walk to the 6-arce David Lam Park and Roundhouse Community Centre. Ride or skate the Seawall under the beautiful summer sunshine alongside the most beautiful stretch of water in Vancouver. Shop, dine and entertain at nearby Urban Fare, Starbucks, and many hot Yaletown clubs and restaurants all within 5 minutes walking distance.

FEATURES: This 910sf 2 bedroom + office home features laminate floorings throughout. The kitchen comes with all white cabinets and appliances with granite countertops. Floor to ceilings windows go down the whole length of the living area providing maximum natural sunlight. Dining room comes with ceiling fan and chandelier. Both bedrooms also come with laminate floorings. Both 4 pcs bathrooms feature two-tone chrome fixtures and marble countertops. Rent includes heating, hot water, 1 parking stall and 1 storage locker.

For viewing appointments, please contact Gary Park at 604-618-6002 or email gary@SunstarRealty.ca or email mrs.melissacooper@gmail.com or click here for feature sheet to see the complete photo album first. Discounted rent of $1650 per month effective during building envelope construction project.

Vancouver Downtown Condo For Rent - Sunstar Realty Ltd.

Monday 9 November 2009

Caulfield 3 Levels 4 Bed + Den Home w/ 2 View Decks next to Green Belt


Represented and posted by Sunstar Realty Ltd. We do not charge prospective tenants any extra fees besides rent. Fully licensed and providing top quality customer service to tenants in strict accordance with the Residential Tenancy Act since 1994.

Already rented - long term unfurnished

Bedroom: 4 + den
Bathroom: 4.5
Flooring: carpets / hardwood/ tiles mixed
Outdoor: decks, patio and balcony
Fireplace: 2; natural gas
Parking: attached garage + plenty more on driveway
Included items: stainlesss steel fridge, stove, dishwasher, and washer & dryer
Not included: electricity, natural gas, telephone, cable, internet.
Lease: one year fixed-term
Deposits: half a month security deposit
Pets: sorry not this one.
Absolutely no smoking please.

LOCATION: The property is located in exclusive Upper Caulfield neighbourhood, just minutes away from Caulfield Village (Safeway, Rogers Video, PharmaSave, Starbucks, sushi, pizza, banking and more) and Hwy 1 exit. For hiking or beach combing, it's just 5 minutes to Lighthouse Park and Point Atkinson. 10 minutes away to Dundarave Village, a small shopping district with restaurants, cafes, a popular beach with lifeguards and playground, seawall walk and recreational facilities. 15 minutes on the highway to Park Royal Shopping Centre; 20 minutes puts you over the Lion's Gate Bridge to downtown Vancouver. You're 45 minutes from Vancouver Int'l airport; 20 minutes to Cypress Mountain and 1.5 hours to the ski resort of Whistler.

FEATURES: Mansion of a modern home on a huge cascading lot with a gorgeously lush green belt down one entire side overlooking a peaceful water view of Burrard Inlet. Flat driveway leads you to a large guests parking area and attached garage. Down the glass-walled hallway is the formal foyer to the top level main living area of this 3 levels 4 bedroom + den view home. Large open living room comes with gas fireplace and view. Down one step is formal dining room with large octagonal skylight and track lights. Down one more step is the spacious family room area with even a better view. Adjacent gourmet kitchen features maple cabinetry, huge center island with extended breakfast bar, granite countertops, octagonal skylight, water view and top of line built-in appliances. Off the family room is the top floor main deck magnificent views. A dramatic suspended semi-spiral staircase takes you down one level to the sleeping quarter. Huge master bedroom comes with multiple spaces including sitting room and office area, great view and a 6 pcs ensuite. The other 2 bedrooms both come with their own ensuite and view. Down to the bottom level is the entertainment zone. Huge rec room with hardwood floors can house multiple play zones such as games room, pool table and/or home theatre. On one side is the 4th bedroom, the other side is a party amenities room with kitchen. Out the back is a massive lower level wooden patio.


For viewing appointments, please call Lynn Swanson at 604-307-3588 or email lynn@SunstarRealty.ca or click here for feature sheet to see the complete photo album first.

Vancouver Property Management - Sunstar Realty Ltd.

Thursday 5 November 2009

Modern & Sleek Coal Harbour 1 Bedroom Studio w/ Fireplace @ The QUBE



Represented and posted by Sunstar Realty Ltd. We do not charge prospective tenants any extra fees besides rent. Fully licensed and providing top quality customer service to tenants in strict accordance with the Residential Tenancy Act since 1994.


Already rented - long term unfurnished

Bedroom: studio
Bathroom: 1
Finished area: 570sf
Flooring: laminate throughout
Parking: 1
Fireplace: 1; electric
Included items: stainless steel KitchenAid fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave, oven + insuite washer, dryer.
Not included: strata move-in / move-out fee, electricity, telephone, cable, internet.
Amenities: 24 hours concierge, bike room, community square
Deposits: half a month security deposit + fob deposits
Move-in fees: as per strata bylaws
Lease term: minimum one year
Pets: sorry not this one.
Absolutely no smoking please.

LOCATION: Prime Coal Harbour location on West Georgia at Vancouver's Central Business District just 2 blocks away from most of Downtown's AAA commercial buildings. At the same time Westcoast nature is just at the doorstep with Coal Harbour Park, Harbour Green Park and the gorgeous Coal Harbour Seawall to Stanley Park all within walking distance. Bring on your bike, running shoes and inline skates. For shopping, Robson Street is only two blocks away to the south and Pacific Center Mall is just three blocks away to the east. Walk to work everyday, take the Skytrain at Burrard Station just two blocks away and leave your car in the secured underground parking for leisure use only.

FEATURES: Iconic Rhode & Iredale, Bogue Babicki and Associates designed Coal Harbour office tower originally built in 1969 as West Coast Transmission Tower, recipient of many engineering awards for its cable-hung forms. This building was built from the top down! The core was built first then steel was hung from cables at the top and floors were added all the way down. Due to popular demand of residential buildings in recent years, this building was completely refitted and converted into today's QUBE.

This 570sf 1 bedroom studio unit is so well designed it feels like a 1000sf once you are inside. This home comes with 9.5' ceilings, laminate floors throughout, and faces Coal Harbour with partial water view. At the entrance you'll find the 4 pcs bathroom to the left and a row of closets, the office, and the insuite laundry to the right. The bathroom features bold rectangular above counter sink on stone counters with single lever polished chrome faucet, separate shower and tub with weaving white tiles from floor to the top. The kitchen comes with black slate tiles backsplash, black stone countertops, stainless steel appliances and cabinets with brushed steel handles. Living area has a free standing mobile electric fireplace. Raised platform partitioned sleeper quarter is a feature itself.

For viewing appointments, please contact Gary Park at 604-618-6002 or email gary@SunstarRealty.ca or click here for The QUBE: #1405- 1333 W. Georgia St, Vancouver to see the complete photo album first.

Vancouver Downtown Condo For Rent - Sunstar Realty Ltd.

Sunday 1 November 2009

Sandlewood 900sf 2 Bed 2 Bath w/ Fireplace, Patio + 2 Parking


Managed and posted by Sunstar Realty Ltd. We do not charge prospective tenants any extra fees besides rent. Fully licensed and providing top quality customer service to tenants in strict accordance with the Residential Tenancy Act since 1994.

Already rented - long term unfurnished

Age: 2
Bedroom: 2
Bathroom: 2
Finished area: 900sf
Flooring: carpets, tiles mixed
Parking: 2; underground
Fireplace: 1; electric
Balcony: yes
Included items: fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, and washer & dryer.
Not included: strata move-in/move-out fees, electricity, telephone, cable, internet .
Amenities: Wellspring Club- outdoor barbeque patio with terrace pool, children playground, steam room, sauna, hot tub, gym, Yoga/dance studio, indoor putting green, members lounge, meeting room
Deposits: half a month security deposit + fob deposits
Move-in fees: as per strata bylaws
Lease term: minimum one year
Pets: sorry not this one.
Absolutely no smoking please.

LOCATION: Centrally located near the shops and services of Lougheed Town Centre and the North Road Strip, Sandlewood is minutes away from Lougheed Skytrain station, Vancouver Golf Club, Burnaby Lake and Burnaby Lake Sports Complex. Simon Fraser University, B.C.I.T and Douglas College are all within 10 minutes drive. Children attend nearby Cameron Elementary and Burnaby Mountain Secondary.

FEATURES: Sandlewood, a brand new Polygon built community, is nestled in a Burnaby serene hillside setting, surrounded by a lush perimeter of mature trees with Whistler-inspired architectural design throughout. This 900sf, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit features: one large open living area maximizing space utilization; a large patio; insuite laundry; and an electric fireplace with wood mantel. The gourmet kitchen comes with black & stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, breakfast bar and double stainless steel sink. Master bedroom comes with an extra sitting area or den, walk-in closet and 4 pcs ensuite with oversize oval soaker tub. The main bathroom comes with standup shower stall. Bonus are 2 parkings stalls. Tenants enjoy membership privilege at the Wellspring Club with a long list of amenities listed above.

For viewing appointments, please call Anthony at 604-809-1891 or email anthony@SunstarRealty.ca or click here for feature sheet to see the complete photo album first.

Rental Property Management - Sunstar Realty Ltd.

730sf Gastown Heritage Conversion 1 Bedroom @ Mission House



Managed and posted by Sunstar Realty Ltd. We do not charge prospective tenants any extra fees besides rent. Fully licensed and providing top quality customer service to tenants in strict accordance with the Residential Tenancy Act since 1994.


Already rented - long term unfurnished

Bedroom: 1
Bathroom: 1
Finished area: 730sf
Flooring: red tiles
Parking: none
Locker: yes
Included items: fridge, stove, dishwasher, and washer & dryer
Not included: strata move-in/move-out fees, electricity, gas, telephone, cable, internet.
Lease: minimum one year fixed-term
Deposits: half a month security deposit + fob deposits
Move-in fees: as per strata bylaws
Pets: sorry not this one.
Absolutely no smoking please.

LOCATION: Prime loftland at the edge of Gastown between Vancouver Downtown and Vancouver Eastside. Mission House is located on Alexander Street half a block west of Main, in the heart of Vancouver's multi-media industrial center along the Gastown waterfront, one block walk to the beach at CRAB Park (Portside Park). Much revived Chinatown is right at your doorstep, walk just a few blocks for some of the best fresh groceries, meat shops, seafood retailers and restaurants in town. Waterfront Skytrain Station and Sea Bus Terminal is just 7 blocks away. Downtown core is just a 15 minutes stroll.

FEATURES: Originally built in 1912, the Mission House warehouse conversion project was one of the first waves of industrial heritage buildings in Gastown to be converted into residential dwellings and sold as condos. This spacious 730sf lofty unit has an exposed section of red brick walls, and a couple of exposed wooden posts from the original structure. Open living area has red floor tiles throughout, high ceilings, dining area with chandelier and 3 large windows. Updated kitchen has newer appliances and all white cabinets. Bedroom has stained wooden French doors, and one column of glass bricks highlights. Bathroom has updated vanity with new faucet and new toilet. Unit comes with full size side-by-side washer dryer. No parking stall.


For viewing appointments, please contact Gary Park at 604-618-6002 or email gary@SunstarRealty.ca or click here for feature sheet to see the complete photo album first.

Vancouver Downtown Condos For Rent - Sunstar Realty Ltd.