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Dunbar–Southlands is a peaceful, green, and distinctly residential neighbourhood on Vancouver’s west side, known for its suburban charm, equestrian roots, and community-first atmosphere. Stretching from 16th Avenue south to the Fraser River, and bordered by Blanca Street and Macdonald Street, this neighbourhood offers a rare blend of urban convenience and country calm. The vibe is traditional, family-oriented, and nature-focused, with quiet, leafy streets, large single-family homes, and expansive green spaces. Residents include established families, retirees, professionals, and equestrian enthusiasts, especially in the Southlands area near the river. With its heritage homes, horse stables, and proximity to Pacific Spirit Park, Dunbar–Southlands is one of Vancouver’s most serene and unique places to live.

vibe

 Leafy, Traditional, Family-Friendly, Equestrian

Who lives here?

 Established Families, Retirees, Professionals, Horse Owners

Major landmarks

 Pacific Spirit Park, Southlands Riding Club, Dunbar Theatre, Musqueam Golf Course


Transit Options

Buses (7, 25, 41, 49), Bike Lanes, Arterials to UBC/Downtown

Walk score

80 — This means the area is very walkable. Many daily errands can be completed on foot, and there’s a solid mix of nearby amenities, making it easy to enjoy a convenient lifestyle with limited need for a car.

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Local Amenities

Dunbar-Southlands balances peaceful residential living with excellent local amenities, anchored by the convenient Dunbar Village shopping area along Dunbar Street, featuring independently owned grocery stores, bakeries, coffee shops, bookstores, and restaurants, with the Dunbar Village Business Association representing nearly 250 shops and services. The neighbourhood offers exceptional recreational facilities including the Dunbar Community Centre, Memorial West Park, and proximity to the Southlands Riding Club and renowned golf courses, while Pacific Spirit Park borders the western edge as the crown jewel of city parks alongside the scenic Arbutus Greenway. Education is served by highly regarded institutions including the top-ranked independent St. George's School, Crofton House School, Southlands Elementary, and the academically distinguished Lord Byng Secondary School. Despite its quiet residential character, the area maintains excellent connectivity through transit routes along major corridors, providing easy access to UBC, downtown Vancouver, and Canada Line connections.

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Housing Trends & Price Ranges

Here's a quick overview of the housing trends and price ranges for current properties in this area:

  • Average List Price: $3,480,000
  • Min List Price: $669,000
  • Max List Price: $8,390,000
  • Average Days on Market: 43
  • Min Days on Market: 1
  • Max Days on Market: 509

These statistics are generated based on the listing's property type and located in Dunbar Southlands. Average values are derived using median calculations. Data is accurate as of Oct 15, 2025. For updated data, view listings below for area statistics.

Local Events, Highlights, and culture

Dunbar-Southlands is known more for its charming suburban lifestyle and strong community spirit than for large public events. This neighborhood emphasizes family-friendly parks, tree-lined streets, and natural beauty, with its Southlands area showcasing equestrian estates and riverfront properties. 

Proximity to Pacific Spirit Regional Park enhances outdoor engagement and community connection.

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  • 4291 W 29th Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3070646

    4291 W 29th Avenue Dunbar Vancouver V6S 1V8
    OPEN HOUSE: Nov 29, 2025
    02:30 PM - 04:00 PM PST
    Open House on Saturday, November 29, 2025 2:30PM - 4:00PM
    Main Photo: 4291 W 29th Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3070646
    $5,200,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3070646
    Bedrooms:
    5
    Bathrooms:
    7
    Floor Area:
    4,814 sq. ft.
    One-of-a-kind family home in a prime Dunbar location. Perfectly positioned across from Pacific Spirit Park, just steps from the prestigious St. George’s School & close to Crofton House, York House, & Lord Byng Sec. This over 4,800 sqft modern home sits on a generous 6,600 sqft lot boasting a thoughtfully designed flr plan w/5 spacious bdrms (4 beds up) & 7 baths, incl. spectacular primary suite w/double sided fireplace & spa-inspired ensuite. Bright & airy w/expansive windows & natural light, the open-concept main flr is perfect for entertaining. Enjoy a chef’s kitchen w/ top-of-the-line appliances & large island. Lovely private backyard. Lower level features a fabulous rec rm, home theatre, wet bar, & guest rm. AC, security system w/ cameras, & impeccable attention to detail throughout. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX Select Properties
  • 5588 Olympic Street in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3070353

    5588 Olympic Street Dunbar Vancouver V6N 1Z5
    OPEN HOUSE: Nov 30, 2025
    02:00 PM - 04:00 PM PST
    Open House on Sunday, November 30, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM
    Main Photo: 5588 Olympic Street in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3070353
    $2,955,880
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3070353
    Bedrooms:
    3
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Floor Area:
    3,124 sq. ft.
    A rare opportunity awaits in the prestigious Dunbar neighbourhood. This remarkable property offers the option to embrace its existing Mid-Century Modern design—created by architect Norman Hotson—or to build/renovate on its generous 66’ x 120’ lot. Inside, the home features floor-to-ceiling windows in the kitchen, seamlessly connecting to a bright solarium & inviting outdoor spaces ideal for entertaining or relaxed family gatherings. Upstairs, the bedrooms prioritize comfort & functionality with spacious layouts, vaulted ceilings, skylights, & a versatile loft. Perfectly located near Vancouver’s top schools—St. George’s, Crofton House, plus UBC—this location also offers easy access to golf courses & Shopping *** Please call to book your Appt. or come by the OPEN HOUSE Sun Nov 30th 2 to 4 PM More details
    Listed by Dexter Realty
  • 5281 Dunbar Street in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3069625

    5281 Dunbar Street Dunbar Vancouver V6N 1W1
    OPEN HOUSE: Nov 29, 2025
    02:00 PM - 04:00 PM PST
    Open House on Saturday, November 29, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM Contact Alex 778.987.2539 for Showings.
    Main Photo: 5281 Dunbar Street in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3069625
    $3,990,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3069625
    Bedrooms:
    6
    Bathrooms:
    4
    Floor Area:
    3,559 sq. ft.
    A custom-built Craftsman style home on a large corner lot crafted with love and luxury in every detail. Designed for comfort and connection, it features a spacious marble kitchen with high-end wifi-enabled appliances, pull-out cabinets, triple-pane windows for superior quiet, and a two-sided gas fireplace linking the living room and balcony. Upstairs offers four bedrooms, including a serene primary suite featuring mini-fridge with walk-in closet and spa-inspired ensuite, two skylights, and a charming connecting door between the children’s rooms. The lower level includes a legal 2-bedroom suite, a custom brew room with taps running to the dining area, and three legal-height crawl spaces. Openhouse Sat Nov 29th and Sun Dec 7th from 2-4pm. More details
    Listed by Dracco Pacific Realty
  • Lot A 6042 Crown Street in Vancouver: Southlands House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3069618

    Lot A 6042 Crown Street Southlands Vancouver V6N 2B8
    Main Photo: Lot A 6042 Crown Street in Vancouver: Southlands House for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3069618
    $1,798,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3069618
    Bedrooms:
    5
    Bathrooms:
    5
    Floor Area:
    2,728 sq. ft.
    Prime Southlands location! Please note that at the time of completion date, the lot will be fully serviced as per the City of Vancouver and fully registered at the land title office. The asking price is for one lot, and the lot size will be approximately 33' by 124'. Buy both the lots or buy one. The existing home offers over 2,700 sqft of living space across two levels. Steps to Musqueam Park, close to shopping, golf courses, and top private schools. Within the Southlands Elementary and Point Grey Secondary catchments. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX Select Realty
  • 6042 Crown Street in Vancouver: Southlands House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3069619

    6042 Crown Street Southlands Vancouver V6N 2B8
    Main Photo: 6042 Crown Street in Vancouver: Southlands House for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3069619
    $3,698,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3069619
    Bedrooms:
    5
    Bathrooms:
    5
    Floor Area:
    2,728 sq. ft.
    Prime Southlands location! Please note that at the time of completion date, the lot will be fully serviced as per the City of Vancouver and fully registered at the land title office. The asking price is for one lot, and the lot size will be approximately 33' by 124'. Buy both the lots or buy one. The existing home offers over 2,700 sqft of living space across two levels. Steps to Musqueam Park, close to shopping, golf courses, and top private schools. Within the Southlands Elementary and Point Grey Secondary catchments. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX Select Realty
  • 6042 Crown Street in Vancouver: Southlands Land for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3069617

    6042 Crown Street Southlands Vancouver V6N 2B8
    Main Photo: 6042 Crown Street in Vancouver: Southlands Land for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3069617
    $1,798,000
    Land
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3069617
    Prime Southlands location! Please note that at the time of completion date, the lot will be fully serviced as per the City of Vancouver and fully registered at the land title office. The asking price is for one lot, and the lot size will be approximately 33' by 124'. Buy both the lots or buy one. The existing home offers over 2,700 sqft of living space across two levels. Steps to Musqueam Park, close to shopping, golf courses, and top private schools. Within the Southlands Elementary and Point Grey Secondary catchments. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX Select Realty
  • 3634 W 29 Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3069320

    3634 W 29 Avenue Dunbar Vancouver V6S 1T4
    OPEN HOUSE: Nov 29, 2025
    02:00 PM - 04:00 PM PST
    Open House on Saturday, November 29, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM
    Main Photo: 3634 W 29 Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3069320
    $2,698,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3069320
    Bedrooms:
    3
    Bathrooms:
    4
    Floor Area:
    1,633 sq. ft.
    ACT FAST! Rare 3 Bedrooms + 1 office/ Media room. High-end duplex in the prestigious West Dunbar area. This three-level home is bathed in light from expansive windows, showcasing a timeless designer aesthetic paired with ABSOLUTELY NO COMPROMISE on finishes. All bedrooms have an en-suite bathroom. HAPPINESS is waiting for you in this south-facing home ready for entertaining and relaxation with a large hot tub and meticulously landscaped and easy to maintain. Walking distance to all the necessities and conveniences you need. Separate secured garage. Live the LUXURY life you deserve. Quick access to all the BEST SCHOOLS. This offering is a UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY that won’t last and is solving your challenges. Open House Saturday 11/29 from 2 to 4pm. Welcome home!!! More details
    Listed by RE/MAX City Realty
  • 3535 W 47th Avenue in Vancouver: Southlands House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3069031

    3535 W 47th Avenue Southlands Vancouver V6N 3N9
    Main Photo: 3535 W 47th Avenue in Vancouver: Southlands House for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3069031
    $3,688,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3069031
    Bedrooms:
    8
    Bathrooms:
    4
    Floor Area:
    3,211 sq. ft.
    A unique rancher situated on a 10000+ sqft lot on one of Southlands' most sought-after streets. This home sits elevated on a hill and is surrounded by professionally landscaped garden. Main level features a beautiful family room with vaulted ceiling, a gourmet kitchen equipped with top brand appliances, a generous size living room and dinning room, primary bedroom with ensuite and two other good size bedrooms. Downstairs features a self-contained suite with separate entry provides very good potential rental income. Ideally located near golf courses and within walking distance to good schools and local shops. Book your showing today! More details
    Listed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. and Interlink Realty
  • 3727 W 22nd Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3068420

    3727 W 22nd Avenue Dunbar Vancouver V6S 1J5
    Main Photo: 3727 W 22nd Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3068420
    $2,998,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3068420
    Bedrooms:
    3
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Floor Area:
    2,445 sq. ft.
    ACT NOW! BEST VALUE w/BEST school! Fully renovated w/PANARAMIC OCEAN, city & mntn views! In heart of Dunbar height; walking to best catchment schools:Lord Byng Secondary & QE Element. Views from Principal bdrm/bath & stunning PANORAMIC views from ROOFTOP DECK off recreation room. Bright, open floor plan on main floor, fully updated kitchen w/BOSCH SS appliances & quarts counter tops, new Engineered hardwood floors/tiles/cabinets/blinds/baths. 10 min. drive to UBC, all private schools in westside, golf courses, beaches, walking to shops/banks on Dunbar. Quiet, safe neighborhood. This amazing 3-4 bedrms/2.5 bath beautifully appointed home has a designer garden.2-car garage. 95% space ABOVE ground. Act now before it is GONE!! Open House Sat. Nov. 22, 2-4pm More details
    Listed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
  • 3330 W 21st Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3068573

    3330 W 21st Avenue Dunbar Vancouver V6S 1G7
    Main Photo: 3330 W 21st Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3068573
    $2,598,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3068573
    Bedrooms:
    5
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Floor Area:
    2,470 sq. ft.
    RENOVATED DUNBAR house with most desirable catchment school: Lord Byng Secondary & Lord Kitchener Elementary. Located on a quiet tree-lined street in one of the best westside neighborhoods, minutes from shopping, dining, community center, transit, many parks & walking distance to the city's best schools. This cozy family home feature five spacious bedrooms. Master bedroom is complete with ensuite bathroom, walk-in closet. An incredible roof top deck with breathtaking city views. 2 car garage, lane access. Open house: Nov 23 (Sun) 2-4pm. More details
    Listed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
  • 5761 Holland Street in Vancouver: Southlands House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3068532

    5761 Holland Street Southlands Vancouver V6N 2A9
    Main Photo: 5761 Holland Street in Vancouver: Southlands House for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3068532
    $2,999,888
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3068532
    Bedrooms:
    4
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Floor Area:
    3,067 sq. ft.
    This beautiful residence is in the sought-after Southlands area of Vancouver. Spanning over 3000 sqft & situated on a 8217 sqft lot. The main floor is perfect for entertaining; the living room with a new gas fireplace, a spacious dining room that connects to the kitchen & family room, all while opening up to the newly built expensive back deck; amidst the private fenced yard & wild flower garden. This freshly painted generous 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom house offers a well-designed layout & opportunity for customization. Full basement with lots of potential. Freshly painted on the main floor and upstairs. Close to Point Grey Golf Club, 5 minutes from UBC & 15 minutes to YVR, close to highly rated schools, parks, walking trails, & more. Showings by appointment. More details
    Listed by Century 21 In Town Realty
  • 1 4085 W 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3068076

    1 4085 W 41st Avenue Dunbar Vancouver V6N 3G3
    Main Photo: 1 4085 W 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West)  : MLS®# R3068076
    $3,800,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3068076
    Bedrooms:
    7
    Bathrooms:
    8
    Floor Area:
    4,072 sq. ft.
    Welcome to this magnificent custom-built luxury home in the prestigious DUNBAR neighborhood. Designed with quality and functionality, it offers a spacious open-concept layout with ample natural light. The home features 7 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms, including 4 bedrooms for the owners and a 3-bedroom basement suite as a great mortgage helper. It also includes an office, a recreation room, and a wok kitchen and a gourmet kitchen, both equipped with high-end appliances. The flat, fully fenced yard is ideal for gatherings and outdoor activities.This modern residence is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of the entire family. Just minutes from UBC, community centre, parks, libraries, schools and shopping malls. An exceptional opportunity—don’t miss out! More details
    Listed by Nu Stream Realty Inc.
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Is Dunbar-Southlands a good fit for families?

Absolutely! Imagine your children growing up in a community known for its excellent schools and safe, friendly streets. With numerous parks, playgrounds, and a strong sense of community, Dunbar-Southlands is an ideal place to raise a family.

Is Dunbar-Southlands suitable for young professionals?

Dunbar-Southlands offers a peaceful, residential escape from the city's hustle and bustle. While it may not have the nightlife of downtown, it provides a serene environment with convenient access to amenities and transportation.

What's the vibe like in Dunbar-Southlands for someone looking for a culturally rich experience?

Dunbar-Southlands exudes a sophisticated, community-oriented charm. You'll find a strong sense of local pride, with community events and block parties that bring neighbors together. While it may not have a bustling arts scene, its proximity to UBC and other cultural hubs provides ample opportunities for enrichment.

How does Dunbar-Southlands cater to those seeking an active lifestyle?

You're in luck! With its proximity to Pacific Spirit Regional Park, the Fraser River, and numerous golf courses, Dunbar-Southlands offers a wealth of opportunities for outdoor activities. Whether it's hiking, biking, golfing, or horseback riding, you'll find plenty to keep you active.

What kind of housing options are available in Dunbar-Southlands?

Dunbar-Southlands is characterized by low-density residential areas with mostly single-family homes and duplexes. Many properties feature large lots and beautiful gardens, contributing to the neighborhood's overall sense of tranquility and spaciousness.

What makes Dunbar-Southlands unique compared to other Vancouver neighborhoods?

Dunbar-Southlands stands out for its unique blend of urban convenience and rural charm. Its proximity to nature, equestrian acreages, and urban farms, combined with its strong community feel and excellent schools, make it a truly special place to call home.

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