Townhouses for Sale in Vancouver, BC
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Abhirai Arora · Licensed REALTOR® · YPA Realty Inc. · Metro Vancouver & Fraser Valley BC
Find your perfect townhouse in Vancouver. Local expertise, honest advice, and access to the full MLS.
Find Townhouses in Vancouver ›The perfect blend of condo convenience and house-like space — and Vancouver is one of the best places in Metro Vancouver to find them. The Vancouver market offers Urban, cosmopolitan, walkable with strong long-term fundamentals.
Vancouver's townhouses market appeals strongly to young families and upsizers. With SkyTrain Expo & Millennium Lines and Vancouver School Board, demand for townhouses in Vancouver remains consistent throughout the year.
Price ranges for townhouses in Vancouver start around $650K–$1.2M for condos and townhomes, with detached options from $1.8M–$4M+. The right property depends on your budget, lifestyle, and investment goals.
✓ The perfect blend of condo convenience and house-like space
✓ Ideal for: Young families and upsizers
✓ Starting from: $650K–$1.2M
✓ Transit: SkyTrain Expo & Millennium Lines
Get Listings NowBefore searching, get a mortgage pre-approval from a BC lender. This confirms your budget and makes your offer competitive — especially in Vancouver's active market.
I'll set you up on MLS alerts for townhouses in Vancouver matching your criteria. We'll tour properties together and I'll flag potential issues before you fall in love.
When you find the right place, I'll prepare a competitive offer with appropriate subjects — financing, inspection, and strata documents (if applicable).
During the subject period (typically 7–14 days), we'll complete the home inspection, finalize your mortgage, and review strata documents. Then we remove subjects and it's yours.
BC's Property Transfer Tax (1–3% of purchase price) is due on completion. First-time buyers may qualify for exemptions. Your lawyer handles the closing process.
On completion day, funds transfer, title registers in your name, and you pick up the keys. Congratulations — you own a townhouse in Vancouver!
Vancouver's townhouse market attracts a diverse mix of buyers looking for more space without the full commitment of a detached house. Young families dominate this segment, especially those working at major employers like VGH, UBC, or the tech companies along the Broadway corridor. Empty nesters downsizing from their East Van character homes also make up a significant portion of buyers.
The demand stays strong because townhouses offer that sweet spot between condo living and house ownership. You get your own entrance, usually a small yard, and often a garage. Families with kids love having outdoor space near schools like Lord Byng Secondary or Queen Elizabeth Elementary. The appeal grows stronger when you consider that a decent detached house in Vancouver easily runs $2-3 million, while townhouses offer similar neighborhood access at more manageable price points. International buyers have also discovered townhouses as an entry point into Vancouver real estate, particularly in areas with good SkyTrain connections.
Mount Pleasant leads my list for townhouse hunting. The area between Main Street and Fraser Street, especially around 12th to 20th Avenue, has seen incredible development. New complexes along Kingsway offer modern layouts with easy access to the Canada Line at King Edward Station. You're walking distance to Queen Elizabeth Park and close enough to downtown for reasonable commutes.
Marpole ranks second, particularly around Marine Drive and Granville Street. The proximity to YVR appeals to frequent travelers, while the Canada Line connection makes downtown accessible. Churchill Secondary draws families to this area, and the recent rezoning has brought quality townhouse developments to streets like Southwest Marine Drive.
Renfrew-Collingwood takes third place, centered around Joyce-Collingwood Station area. The neighborhood transformation along Vanness Avenue and around 29th Avenue Station has been remarkable. Families appreciate being near Windermere Secondary and having quick SkyTrain access to Burnaby and downtown. The area still offers better value compared to westside options while maintaining that established neighborhood feel.
Townhouses in Vancouver currently range from $900,000 to $1.8 million depending on location and condition. In areas like Marpole or Renfrew-Collingwood, expect to pay $950,000 to $1.3 million for a solid three-bedroom unit. Westside locations like Mount Pleasant or areas closer to UBC push prices toward $1.4 to $1.8 million range.
Compared to neighboring Burnaby where similar townhouses might cost $800,000 to $1.2 million, Vancouver carries about a 15-20% premium. Richmond offers comparable pricing to Vancouver's eastside neighborhoods. The monthly strata fees typically run $200-400, significantly lower than most condo buildings. Property taxes average $4,000-7,000 annually depending on assessed value and location within the city.
First-time buyers with household incomes above $150,000 should seriously consider Vancouver townhouses. You're likely tired of condo living but not ready for a $2 million house commitment. Growing families needing that extra bedroom and outdoor space find townhouses perfect, especially near good schools like Eric Hamber or Prince of Wales Secondary.
Empty nesters selling their Dunbar or Kerrisdale character homes often discover townhouses offer low-maintenance living without leaving Vancouver. You keep your doctor, your community connections, and your familiarity with the city. Young professionals working downtown who want space for a home office plus reasonable commute times also make ideal townhouse buyers, particularly those choosing Canada Line accessible locations.
I'm Abhirai Arora, and after 7+ years selling Vancouver real estate, I know which townhouse complexes offer the best value and which ones to avoid. I respond within 45 minutes and offer free consultations to discuss your specific needs and timeline for buying in Vancouver.
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