Ambleside Homes For Sale
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8 Beds 9 Baths 8,245 SqFt$6,480,000Active - 3D
6 Beds 8 Baths 5,471 SqFt$6,280,000Active1350 Palmerston AVE, West Vancouver, BC V7T 2H7
Listed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
Single Family Home
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6 Beds 6 Baths 4,196 SqFt$6,198,000Active1115 Fulton AVE, West Vancouver, BC V7T 1N4
Listed by Royal Pacific Lions Gate Realty Ltd.
Single Family Home
Market Trends
Ambleside Single-Family Homes: Your Family's Perfect Waterfront Retreat
Why Ambleside Single-Family Homes Appeal to Discerning Families
For families seeking West Vancouver's premier beach community with space, privacy, and exceptional school access, Ambleside single-family homes offer the perfect combination of coastal luxury and family-friendly living. As someone who has helped 57 families find their ideal Ambleside single-family home in the past 5 years (totaling $218M+ in transactions), I've seen how these specific features drive purchasing decisions more than any other neighborhood in West Vancouver.
Luxury Estates with Waterfront Advantage
Unlike condos where views are limited to what the building orientation provides, Ambleside single-family homes offer true waterfront ownership with deep water moorage options, private beach access, and panoramic mountain-to-ocean vistas. The lot sizes (typically 5,000-20,000+ sq. ft.) provide the space families need for play areas, gardens, and outdoor entertaining that simply isn't possible in other property types. This is particularly valuable for families with children who want to enjoy West Vancouver's coastal lifestyle with complete privacy and room to grow.
School Catchments That Matter for Family Buyers
One question I consistently hear from single-family home buyers is about school catchments: "Will this property be in Chartwell Elementary's zone?" The good news is that virtually all Ambleside single-family homes fall within Chartwell Elementary's catchment area (0.3 miles away), which consistently ranks among BC's top elementary schools with its French Immersion program and outdoor education focus. West Vancouver Secondary serves the entire neighborhood, just 0.8 miles from most single-family properties.
Pro Tip: Properties on higher elevation streets often have better mountain views but may be slightly further from schools - I can provide exact walking distances for any property you're considering.
Current Market Insight
The Ambleside single-family market remains competitive with an average of 42% of listings receiving multiple offers. The current average price sits at $3.85M with properties typically spending 35 days on market. What's particularly notable is that waterfront properties are selling 22% faster than non-waterfront homes in the same price range.
As a parent who's lived in Ambleside for 9 years with my own family, I understand what matters most to families searching for their forever home. It's not just about square footage or view lines - it's about finding a community where your children can walk safely to top-rated schools, where weekend beach days are part of your routine, and where your home provides both luxury and the space your family needs to thrive.
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