Norgate is a quiet North Vancouver neighbourhood where mid-century charm meets mountain views. This family-friendly community sits in the shadow of the Lions Gate Bridge, offering modest homes, green spaces, and an authentic North Shore feel without the premium price tag.
If you’re looking for a place with strong schools, accessible parks, and a welcoming neighbourhood vibe, Norgate delivers. It’s one of the few pockets in North Vancouver that still feels affordable and rooted in local character.
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207 1518 Bowser Avenue
North Vancouver
V7P 2Y3
$998,000
Residential
beds: 3
baths: 2.0
1,364 sq. ft.
built: 1993
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- R3126162
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Year Built:
- 1993
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- Property Type:
- Residential
- Dwelling Type:
- Townhouse
- Home Style:
- Two Levels
- Ownership:
- Freehold Strata
- Common Interest:
- Condominium
- Manufactured Type:
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- Year built:
- 1993 (Age: 33)
- Living Area:
- 1,364 sq. ft.
- Floor Area - Unfinished:
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- Floor Area - Detached 2nd Residence:
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- Building Area - Total:
- 1,364 sq. ft.
- Levels:
- Two
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- Bedrooms:
- 3 (Above Grd: 3)
- Bathrooms:
- 2.0 (Full:2/Half:0)
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- Taxes:
- $3,269.32 / 2025
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- Plan:
- VAS2734
- Name of Complex/Subdivision:
- Illahee
- Construction Materials:
- Frame Wood, Wood Siding
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- No. Floor Levels:
- 2.0
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- Floor Area Fin - Above Main:
- 584 sq. ft.
- Floor Area Fin - Above Main 2:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Floor Area Fin - Main:
- 780 sq. ft.
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- Floor Area Fin - Total:
- 1,364 sq. ft.
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- Fireplaces:
- 1
- Fireplace Details:
- Gas
- Patio And Porch Features:
- Patio, Deck
- Parking Features:
- Garage Under Building, Side Access
- Parking:
- Garage Under Building
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- Parking Total/Covered:
- 1 / 1
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- Suite:
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- Elevator, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
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- Garden, Laundry In Unit, Clubhouse, Elevator
- Clubhouse, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Gas, Management
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- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Laundry In Unit, Clubhouse, Elevator
- Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
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- Association Fee:
- $682.46
- Age Restrictions:
- No
- By-Law Restrictions:
- Pets Allowed With Restrictions
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- Pets Allowed:
- Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit (Two), Yes With Restrictions
- Cats:
- Cats OK
- Dogs:
- Dogs OK
- # Units in Development:
- 116
- Home Owners Association:
- Yes
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Multi-level structure featuring horizontal siding, white railings, and an exterior staircase -
Living area featuring wood-finish flooring, a white mantel fireplace with a dark metal insert, and multiple white-framed windows
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Dining area featuring wood-finish flooring and a vaulted ceiling
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Bright kitchen featuring white cabinetry, a built-in stainless steel dishwasher, an electric range, and light-toned tile flooring
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Double vanity featuring integrated sinks, white cabinetry with black hardware, and matte black fixtures
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Vaulted ceiling bedroom featuring wood-finish flooring and white walls
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Balcony with a durable textured surface, white railing, and an overhead soffit
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Covered entry porch featuring gray horizontal siding and a white entry door with decorative glass panels
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Entryway with a paneled door featuring decorative glass inserts, complemented by light wood-finish flooring
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Living area featuring wood-finish flooring, a corner fireplace with a white mantel, and two windows providing natural light
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Living area featuring light wood-finish flooring, a corner fireplace with a white mantel, and white walls
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Living area featuring wood-finish flooring, a corner fireplace with a white mantel, and large windows
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Living space featuring wood-finish flooring, a white-mantled fireplace, and recessed lighting
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Bright interior space featuring a vaulted ceiling and a contemporary chandelier
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Bright kitchen featuring white cabinetry, a built-in stainless steel dishwasher, an electric range with overhead ventilation, and a window above the sink
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Galley kitchen with white cabinetry and integrated appliances
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White kitchen cabinetry with a tile floor, white tiled backsplash, and recessed lighting
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Bright kitchen featuring extensive white panel cabinetry, a white electric range, white refrigerator, and neutral tile flooring
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Bathroom featuring a frameless glass shower enclosure with matte black hardware, hexagon tile shower floor, and an integrated shower niche
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Room featuring a vaulted ceiling and wood-finish flooring
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Wood-finish flooring throughout, with a staircase featuring wood treads and white risers
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Open-concept living space featuring wood-finish flooring, a contemporary fireplace with a white mantel, and multiple windows providing natural illumination
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Vaulted ceiling room featuring light wood-finish flooring
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Bathroom featuring a dual vanity with white countertops, black hexagonal floor tiling, a skylight, a large wall mirror with a black frame, and a bathtub with a black shower system and light-toned subway tile surround
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Bright room featuring a vaulted ceiling and wood-finish flooring
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Bright room featuring a vaulted ceiling and light wood-finish flooring
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Contemporary bathroom featuring a single white vanity with a white countertop and rectangular sink
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Expansive outdoor deck featuring a textured concrete surface, white railing, and a beadboard ceiling
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Landscaped garden path featuring a white gazebo, stone bench, and mature foliage
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Manicured landscape with mature trees and varied shrubbery
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Multi-level residential structure featuring gray siding and white trim
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Floor plan
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- Listings on market:
- 12
- Avg list price:
- $908,500
- Min list price:
- $625,000
- Max list price:
- $1,569,000
- Avg days on market:
- 17
- Min days on market:
- 5
- Max days on market:
- 76
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $922.31
- JIM PILKINGTON
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Why Buyers Are Choosing Norgate, North Vancouver
Affordable North Shore Living
Norgate offers a rare opportunity to own a home on the North Shore without stretching your budget. While nearby areas like Edgemont and Lower Lonsdale command premium prices, Norgate provides solid value with comfortable, well-maintained homes built primarily in the post-war era.
Most properties feature mid-century ranchers on manageable lots. These homes appeal to first-time buyers, downsizers, and families seeking functional spaces without unnecessary frills.
Strong Community Spirit
Real estate agent and Norgate resident Mark Pelesh describes the area as “a quiet, confident community” where CEOs and blue-collar workers live side by side. The neighbourhood has retained its original character, with many of the same families staying for decades.
When people move from Norgate, they often miss the community more than anything else. Block parties, friendly neighbours, and local school events create a sense of belonging that’s hard to replicate.
Close to Nature and Amenities
Norgate is steps from Norgate Park, a well-maintained green space at 1578 McGuire Avenue. The park features open fields, playgrounds, and mountain views—perfect for weekend picnics or evening walks.
You’re also minutes from Deep Cove, Seymour Mountain, and the trails that make the North Shore famous. Pemberton Avenue forms the eastern edge of the neighbourhood, offering cafés, mechanics, and eclectic shops like Consignment Canada.
Family-Friendly Schools
Families prioritize schools, and Norgate delivers. Norgate Xwemélch’stn Community Elementary (1295 Sowden St) is an authorized IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning and intercultural understanding.
For secondary education, students typically attend Carson Graham Secondary or Handsworth Secondary, both well-regarded in School District 44.
Norgate Real Estate Market Snapshot
The Norgate market moves slower than flashier North Vancouver neighbourhoods, but that’s part of its appeal. Buyers here value stability over speculation.
- Average Home Price: Market data for Norgate specifically fluctuates. Contact me for the most accurate, up-to-date pricing.
- Median Days on Market: Properties typically sell within 30–60 days, depending on condition and price point.
- Year-Over-Year Trends: Metro Vancouver saw a 5.7% decline in the composite benchmark price in January 2026 ($1,101,900), reflecting broader market cooling.
- Typical Home Style: Post-war ranchers built between 1949 and 1952, many with radiant in-floor heating and concrete slabs.
Real estate statistics fluctuate monthly. For the most accurate, up-to-the-minute data, contact me directly.
Types of Homes Available in Norgate
Detached Homes
The majority of Norgate’s housing stock consists of detached, single-family homes. These mid-century ranchers sit on modest lots, offering practical layouts and manageable yards.
Many homes retain original features like radiant heating and hardwood floors. Buyers often update kitchens and bathrooms to modernize while preserving the home’s character.
Renovated or Modern Properties
Some sellers have undertaken significant renovations, transforming older ranchers into updated family homes. Expect quartz countertops, open-concept layouts, and energy-efficient windows.
These properties appeal to buyers who want modern comforts without the hassle of a full renovation.
Luxury or Premium Listings
While Norgate isn’t known for luxury estates, you’ll occasionally find premium homes with mountain views, high-end finishes, and larger lots. These properties attract buyers who value the neighbourhood’s character but want upgraded amenities.
Investment Opportunities
Norgate’s affordability and stable community make it a solid long-term investment. The neighbourhood has low turnover, which signals strong buyer satisfaction. Properties here tend to appreciate steadily rather than spike, making them less risky than volatile markets.
Living in Norgate: Lifestyle, Parks, and Community
Parks and Outdoor Spaces
Norgate Park is the neighbourhood’s green heart. The spacious grounds, maintained by the District of North Vancouver, offer grass fields, playgrounds, and views of the surrounding mountains.
Residents also enjoy quick access to the North Shore’s extensive trail network. From Seymour Mountain to the Baden Powell Trail, outdoor recreation is minutes away.
Shopping and Dining
Pemberton Avenue forms Norgate’s eastern boundary and offers a mix of practical services and hidden gems. You’ll find auto mechanics, landscaping companies, cafés, and Consignment Canada, a two-floor treasure trove of vintage furniture and household items.
For larger shopping trips, Capilano Mall and Park Royal are a short drive away.
Recreation and Lifestyle Benefits
Norgate’s central location means you’re never far from North Vancouver’s best amenities. Seymour Mountain offers skiing and snowboarding in winter. Deep Cove provides kayaking and waterfront dining. Grouse Mountain and Lynn Canyon are minutes away.
Despite this proximity, Norgate itself remains quiet and residential—an ideal balance for families and professionals.
Commuting Accessibility
Norgate is well-connected to transit routes along Pemberton Avenue and within walking distance of the Lions Gate Bridge. Commuters can reach downtown Vancouver in 15–20 minutes during off-peak hours.
For those working on the North Shore, the neighbourhood’s central location makes it easy to access major employment hubs.
Schools Near Norgate Homes
Norgate Xwemélch’stn Community Elementary
This IB World School offers the Primary Years Programme, focusing on inquiry-based learning and intercultural respect. Located at 1295 Sowden St, the school is a major draw for families.
Registration for the Elementary Band and Strings program opens in January each year, offering students additional opportunities to explore music.
Secondary Schools
Students typically attend Carson Graham Secondary or Handsworth Secondary, both part of School District 44. These schools offer strong academic programs, sports teams, and extracurricular activities.
Community Appeal
Norgate’s walkable streets and proximity to schools make it easy for kids to walk or bike. Parents appreciate the neighbourhood’s low-traffic environment and friendly atmosphere.
Education-Related Benefits
Families value the area’s focus on education and community involvement. School events, fundraisers, and neighbourhood gatherings create a tight-knit environment where kids grow up together.
Norgate Real Estate Market Trends and Insights
- Price Trends: Metro Vancouver’s composite benchmark price fell 5.7% year-over-year in January 2026. Norgate follows similar patterns, though micro-neighbourhood data varies.
- Inventory Changes: Active listings in Metro Vancouver rose 9.9% compared to January 2025, signalling a buyer-leaning market.
- Buyer Competition Levels: The sales-to-active listings ratio for Metro Vancouver was 9.1% in January 2026, indicating downward pressure on prices.
- What Makes Norgate Unique: Unlike rapidly gentrifying neighbourhoods, Norgate has retained its original character. The lack of subdivision and redevelopment keeps the community stable.
Norgate vs Nearby Areas
Norgate vs Lower Lonsdale
Lower Lonsdale offers waterfront living, trendy restaurants, and condo towers. It’s pricier and more urban. Norgate provides single-family homes, green spaces, and a quieter lifestyle at a lower cost.
Norgate vs Lynn Valley
Lynn Valley shares Norgate’s family-friendly vibe and access to trails. However, Lynn Valley’s town centre offers more dining and shopping options. Norgate trades convenience for affordability and simplicity.
Norgate vs Boulevard (Grand Boulevard)
Boulevard is closer to transit hubs and major schools like Handsworth Secondary. Norgate offers more detached homes and a tighter-knit community feel. Both neighbourhoods appeal to families, but Boulevard edges ahead on walkability.
Recently Sold Homes in Norgate
Recent sales in Norgate reflect steady demand for mid-century homes in good condition. Updated properties with modern kitchens and bathrooms tend to sell faster and at higher prices.
To see a specific list of what has sold on your street recently, request a custom market report.
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Why Work With a Local Norgate Real Estate Expert
Hyper-Local Knowledge
I’ve lived on the North Shore my entire life. I know Norgate’s streets, schools, parks, and market trends inside and out. That local expertise helps buyers find hidden gems and avoid costly mistakes.
Off-Market Opportunities
Many Norgate sellers prefer quiet, off-market sales to avoid the hassle of public listings. My network of local contacts gives buyers early access to these opportunities.
Negotiation Experience
Winning in a competitive market requires strategy. I help buyers craft compelling offers, understand market value, and negotiate confidently.
Community Involvement
Trust and relationships matter in real estate. My reputation in North Vancouver is built on dependability, transparency, and results. When listing agents know you’re working with someone reliable, it strengthens your position.
I also offer free moving services when you buy or sell with me. From decluttering to painters and movers, I handle the details so you can focus on settling into your new home.
If you’re ready to explore Norgate, let’s talk. I’ll provide up-to-date market data, answer your questions, and guide you through every step of the process.
Norgate Real Estate FAQs
What is the average home price in Norgate?
Norgate home prices vary based on property type, size, and condition. For the most accurate pricing, contact me directly for a custom market report.
What types of homes are most common in Norgate?
The neighbourhood is dominated by mid-century detached ranchers built between 1949 and 1952. These homes feature modest lots, radiant heating, and functional layouts.
Is Norgate good for families?
Yes. Norgate offers a strong sense of community, excellent schools like Norgate Xwemélch’stn Community Elementary, and close proximity to parks and trails.
How competitive is the Norgate market?
The market is less competitive than nearby areas like Lower Lonsdale or Edgemont. Buyers have more time to evaluate properties and negotiate offers.
How far is Norgate from downtown Vancouver?
Norgate is approximately 15–20 minutes from downtown Vancouver via the Lions Gate Bridge, depending on traffic.
What schools are near Norgate?
Norgate Xwemélch’stn Community Elementary serves the area, with students attending Carson Graham Secondary or Handsworth Secondary for high school.
Are there parks in Norgate?
Yes. Norgate Park at 1578 McGuire Avenue offers green space, playgrounds, and mountain views. Residents also enjoy easy access to North Shore trails.
What makes Norgate different from other North Vancouver neighbourhoods?
Norgate retains its mid-century character and tight-knit community feel. It’s more affordable than areas like Edgemont or Lower Lonsdale while still offering strong schools and outdoor access.
How long do homes typically stay on the market in Norgate?
Properties usually sell within 30–60 days, depending on price, condition, and market conditions. Updated homes in good condition move faster.
Can I get a custom market report for Norgate?
Absolutely. I provide detailed market reports with recent sales, price trends, and days on market. Contact me here.
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