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Dundarave.
Village by the sea.
Morning coffee on Marine Drive, a sunset walk to the end of the pier, the seawalk to Ambleside. Dundarave is West Vancouver’s seaside village, with the beach at the bottom of the street and the mountains behind.
I’m Debbie Evans, REALTOR® with eXp Realty and Registered Interior Designer. I help buyers and sellers look beyond the listing photos to understand the home, the building and how the neighbourhood will fit their lives.
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West Vancouver waterfront · Photo: Unsplash
Get to know the area
A seaside village with a long history.
Dundarave Village begins at 24th Street and Marine Drive, where a cairn marks its start. Below the village shops are Dundarave Park, its sandy beach and the pier, with views west to Point Atkinson Lighthouse.
Choosing the right home
Housing ranges from waterfront concrete apartment buildings, some dating to the early 1960s, to newer boutique condos near the village and detached homes on the slopes above. With older buildings, the depreciation report, envelope and plumbing history and any planned special assessments matter as much as the view.
A practical perspective
As a Registered Interior Designer, I bring nearly 40 years of design, construction and renovation experience. When we look at a property together, I can help you assess its layout, light and renovation potential, alongside the real-estate details.
West Vancouver waterfront · Photo: Unsplash
Parks & waterfront
Beach at the bottom of the street.
Dundarave’s waterfront is the heart of the neighbourhood, with some of the North Shore’s best natural areas a short drive west.
Dundarave Park & Pier
A sandy beach with a designated swim area, playground, picnic tables, a seasonal concession and year-round washrooms, next to Dundarave Pier.
Park details
Centennial Seawalk
Built in 1967 for Canada’s centennial, the seawalk starts at Dundarave and follows the shoreline east toward Ambleside.
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Lighthouse Park
About 75 hectares of rare old-growth coastal forest around the historic Point Atkinson Lighthouse, with short trails and viewpoints. Parking is limited.
Park detailsPhotos: District of West Vancouver (Dundarave Park) and Unsplash. Check the District for seasonal hours and lifeguard schedules.
Whytecliff Park · Photo: Daniel Abadia / Unsplash
Beyond the village
Ocean, forest and mountain, close together.
Follow Marine Drive west to Lighthouse Park and Whytecliff Park for coastal trails, tide pools and views across Howe Sound. Horseshoe Bay and the Sea-to-Sky Highway are a short drive beyond.
Uphill, Cypress Mountain offers hiking and snowshoeing, and downhill and cross-country skiing in winter. Grouse Mountain is a drive east in North Vancouver. These are separate destinations rather than walkable neighbourhood amenities.
Cypress MountainWhytecliff ParkVillage life
Coffee, boutiques and dinner by the pier.
Dundarave Village packs a lot into a few walkable blocks of Marine Drive.
Cafés & bakeries
Start the day in the village. Locals walk down for coffee and pastries before heading to the seawalk.
Shops & galleries
Independent boutiques, home and gift shops, galleries and everyday services line Marine Drive.
Waterfront dining
Restaurants near the pier pair dinner with the sunset over the water, with more choice nearby in Ambleside and at Park Royal.
Check current hours directly with each business.
Getting around
Downtown, the ferries and the mountains.
Dundarave sits on Marine Drive, West Vancouver’s main route. Travel times depend on the home you’re considering and the time of day.
Downtown is across the Lions Gate Bridge. Check TransLink for current routes and schedules from the property you’re considering.
Plan your tripRoute information from TransLink and West Vancouver Blue Bus listings. Routes and schedules can change.
Schools & family planning
Check the school with the address.
West Vancouver Schools (SD45) operates these schools in and around Dundarave. Inclusion here does not establish a property’s catchment, eligibility, program availability or admission.
| School | Type |
|---|---|
| Irwin Park Elementary | Public elementary (in Dundarave) |
| Pauline Johnson Elementary | Public elementary |
| Hollyburn Elementary | Public elementary (Ambleside) |
| Ridgeview Elementary | Public elementary |
| Cypress Park Elementary (K–3) | Public elementary |
| École Cedardale | Public French Immersion elementary |
| West Vancouver Secondary | Public secondary |
| École Sentinel Secondary | Public secondary |
| Rockridge Secondary | Public secondary |
Confirm catchments with West Vancouver Schools using the exact address. West Vancouver also has independent schools; check admissions directly with each school.
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A closer look before your next move.
Buying in Dundarave
Tell me what you need from your home and your day-to-day life. We can compare waterfront apartments, new boutique condos and homes up the hill, review strata documents, layouts and renovation potential, then look closely at the properties that fit.
See current listingsSelling in Dundarave
A useful pricing conversation starts with your home and relevant recent sales. Let’s review your property, discuss preparation and build a plan for how to present it.
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Before you choose Dundarave.
Can I live in Dundarave without a car?
Day to day, many people do. The village, beach and seawalk are walkable, and Blue Bus routes run along Marine Drive. Trips to the mountains, Lighthouse Park or Horseshoe Bay are easier with a car.
What should I check in an older waterfront building?
Review the depreciation report, recent and planned work on the building envelope, windows and plumbing, the contingency reserve fund and any special assessments. Then look at the suite’s layout and what a renovation would realistically involve. I can help you organize those questions.
How far is downtown Vancouver?
Downtown is across the Lions Gate Bridge, by car or on the Route 250 bus. Bridge traffic varies a lot by time of day, so test the trip at the hours you’d travel.
Does this page confirm school catchments?
No. It lists schools to investigate. Confirm catchments with West Vancouver Schools using the exact property address.
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