2980 Palmerston Ave, West Vancouver BC - Single Family Residence for Sale - MLS# R3130853

$10,580,000
Est. Mortgage $46,806/mo
8 Beds
8 Baths
12494 sqft
847 $ /sqft
1995 built
$10,580,000
Est. $46,806/mo with 20% down
Dan Marusin
Dan Marusin
Renanza Realty
778-918-5990
Award-Winning REALTOR® with 11+ Years of Experience Serving Greater Vancouver
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Property Details for 2980 Palmerston Avenue

One of Altamont’s most significant estates, set on an extraordinary nearly 40,000 sq ft property in one of West Vancouver’s most coveted enclaves. This magnificent 12,500 sq ft Tudor-inspired residence blends timeless architecture with exceptional scale, privacy and luxury. Offering 8 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, a chef’s kitchen, AC, radiant heating and a triple garage with heated driveway. Designed for both grand entertaining and everyday living, the home opens to spectacular mature gardens, a resort-style pool and spa, sports court and outdoor BBQ pavilion. Upstairs, a lavish primary suite is complemented by 5 spacious bedrooms. The lower level rivals a private club with a hidden speakeasy, 3,800-bottle wine cellar, gym, spa, sauna and theatre. A rare offering that cannot be replicated.

Interior Features

Basement Finished Area (sqft) 0
Basement Features Finished
Appliances Included Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Instant Hot Water, Wine Cooler
Interior Features Storage, Central Vacuum
Fireplace 7
Heating Type Forced Air, Radiant
Cooling Central Air, Air Conditioning
Laundry In Unit
# of Kitchens 1
Flooring Hardwood, Mixed, Tile, Carpet
Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features

Exterior Features Balcony, Private Yard
Roof Other, Wood
Structures Residential Detached

Building Details

Price $10,580,000
Total Bedrooms 8
Total Bathrooms 8
Full Bathrooms 7
Half Bathrooms 1
Floor Area Total (sqft) 12494
Year Built 1995
Age Of Building 31
Building Type Single Family Residence
Property Type Residential
Stories 2
Building Amenities Exercise Centre, Sauna/Steam Room
Ownership Type Freehold NonStrata
Community Features Shopping Nearby
Amenities Nearby Exercise Centre, Sauna/Steam Room
Utility Type Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Utility Sewer Public Sewer
Water (WaterSource) Public
Parking Type Additional Parking, Garage Triple, Front Access, Garage Door Opener
Total Parking Spaces 9

Lot & Land

Lot Size 39204
Lot Size Depth Feet
Lot Size Frontage 132
MLS® # R3130853
Area West Vancouver
Neighbourhood Altamont
City West Vancouver
Postal Code V7V 2X3
Gross Taxes $53,368.07
Zoning RS2

Property Timeline

Status Date Price
R3130853 / Active 06-02-2026 $10,580,000
R2960251 / Terminated 01-27-2025 $11,988,000
R2899176 / Terminated 06-25-2024 $12,998,000
Rooms
Floor Type Dimensions
Main Level Foyer 14'3 x 14'3 ft
Main Level Library 16'10 x 16'10 ft
Main Level Bedroom 22'5 x 22'5 ft
Main Level Bedroom 14'10 x 14'10 ft
Main Level Great Room 19'0 x 19'0 ft
Main Level Nook 11'10 x 11'10 ft
Main Level Kitchen 20'11 x 20'11 ft
Main Level Eating Area 20'11 x 20'11 ft
Main Level Dining Room 13'10 x 13'10 ft
Main Level Living Room 15'9 x 15'9 ft
Main Level Office 13'5 x 13'5 ft
Main Level Laundry 18'11 x 18'11 ft
Main Level Patio 27'11 x 27'11 ft
Above Level Nook 5'0 x 5'0 ft
Above Level Primary Bedroom 20'11 x 20'11 ft
Above Level Walk-In Closet 8'8 x 8'8 ft
Above Level Bedroom 16'11 x 16'11 ft
Above Level Bedroom 14'3 x 14'3 ft
Above Level Bedroom 14'1 x 14'1 ft
Above Level Bedroom 13'6 x 13'6 ft
Above Level Bedroom 13'11 x 13'11 ft
Above Level Walk-In Closet 9'0 x 9'0 ft
Above Level Walk-In Closet 8'0 x 8'0 ft
Above Level Storage 6'3 x 6'3 ft
Below Gym 20'11 x 20'11 ft
Below Recreation Room 38'9 x 38'9 ft
Below Living Room 19'6 x 19'6 ft
Below Den 12'8 x 12'8 ft
Below Storage 11'8 x 11'8 ft
Below Steam Room 15'5 x 15'5 ft
Below Sauna 6'8 x 6'8 ft
Below Utility 11'5 x 11'5 ft
Below Media Room 21'7 x 21'7 ft
Below Storage 13'11 x 13'11 ft
Below Wine Room 14'2 x 14'2 ft
Below Bar Room 19'0 x 19'0 ft
Bathrooms
Floor Ensuite Pieces
Main Level No #3
Main Level Yes #4
Main Level No #3
Above Level Yes #5
Above Level Yes #4

Listed by: Royal LePage Sussex & Royal LePage Sussex

NOTE: This representation is based in whole or in part on data generated by the Chilliwack & District Real Estate Board, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board or Greater Vancouver REALTORS® which assumes no responsibility for its accuracy.

Map & Neighbourhood

Private Schools

Elementary, Secondary
Mulgrave School
0.86 km
Elementary, Secondary
Mulgrave School
0.86 km

Closest Transit

Bus Stop
Westbound Marine Dr @ 30 St
0.34 km
Skytrain
Skytrain @ Burrard Stn
8.43 km

Crime Rate

Total Crime Rate
Low
Violent Crime Rate
Low
Property Crime Rate
Average

Demographics

Post-Secondary Education
Above Average
50.4%
No Certificate/Degree
Below Average
7.1%
Owner Occupied
Below Average
44.7%
Employment Rate
Average
64.1%

Noise/ Power Lines

Road/Hwy Noise
Unlikely
Railway/Sky train Noise
Unlikely
Airport/Port Noise
Unlikely
Close to major Power Lines
Unlikely

Other

Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR)
Unlikely
Flood Area
Unlikely
Close to Cemeteries
Unlikely

Sell Speed & Competition

36 / 100
Overall sell-speed score
May take longer
B
Price competition grade
Avg comparable: $10,275,296
Buyer's
Market conditions
Buyer's market — more supply than demand
Flood Risk (FEMA/BC)
Unlikely — not in floodplain
Railway / Skytrain noise
Unlikely — 8.43 km from station
Road / Highway noise
Unlikely
Airport noise (YVR)
Unlikely
Power lines proximity
Unlikely
ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve)
No — not in ALR
How ALTAMONT compares
This property
37 DOM
Very fast
Altamont avg
57 DOM
Average
West Vancouver avg
57 DOM
Slower market

2980 Palmerston Avenue has a sell-speed score of 36/100, placing it in the "May take longer than the area average to sell" band. The listing is priced 2.9% above comparable active properties in Altamont. The local market is currently a Buyer's Market with a sales-to-active ratio of 4.1% and an area average of 57 days on market — buyers have more leverage. With only 392 competing homes currently listed, this property has significant competition. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is could take longer than the area average to sell.

Climate Risk for V7V 2X3

Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V7V 2X3, over the next 30 years. Projections use the 2041–2070 period (2050s) under a moderate emissions scenario (SSP2-4.5).

Flood Lower Risk

Outside of designated flood hazard zones. Under 10% of buildings in this area have flood risk over the next 30 years.

Fire Low

Located within the "Vancouver" WUI zone (Risk Class 5 — Low). Based on BC Wildfire Service provincial WUI Risk Class mapping; not a site-specific assessment.

Air Quality A / Excellent

Annual avg PM2.5 3.8 µg/m³ — meets WHO 2021 guideline (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: Horseshoe Bay, West Vancouver (~6.5 km). Annual avg AQHI 0 — Low Risk.

Heat Low

West Vancouver currently sees ~1 days above 30 °C per year (1981–2010 baseline), projected to rise to ~6 by the 2050s (SSP2-4.5 moderate emissions). Hottest day of the year: ~29.7 °C baseline, ~32 °C projected. Tropical nights (>18 °C): ~0 baseline, ~4 projected.

Precipitation Increasing

Annual precipitation ~1515 mm (1981–2010 baseline), projected ~1575 mm by the 2050s. Extreme 1-day rainfall: ~50.5 mm baseline, ~57 mm projected. Values vary modestly across the Lower Mainland.

Drought Stable

Longest annual dry spell (consecutive dry days): ~22 days baseline, ~24 days projected for the 2050s. CDD is used as a regional drought proxy; drought risk varies modestly across the Lower Mainland.

Nearby Restaurants, Cafes & Shops

Schools NearBy

School Type Grades Served Catchment Info Rating Distance
Schools Near 2980 Palmerston Avenue

Pre-computed routes from 2980 Palmerston Ave, West Vancouver, BC

By transit (Skytrain)

  • Downtown Vancouver via Burrard → Waterfront
    106 min
  • Metrotown, Burnaby via Burrard → Metrotown
    120 min
  • SFU Burnaby via Burrard → Production Way
    127 min
  • Richmond Centre via Burrard → Brighouse
    131 min
  • YVR Airport via Burrard → YVR-Airport
    132 min

By car (off-peak)

  • Downtown Vancouver via HWY 1 / Grandview
    11 min
  • Metrotown, Burnaby via Lougheed Hwy
    23 min
  • SFU Burnaby via Gaglardi Way
    27 min
  • Richmond Centre via No. 3 Rd
    24 min
  • YVR Airport via Bridgeport / Sea Island
    20 min

Calculate your commute

2980 Palmerston Ave, West Vancouver, BC is ideally located for commuters. The property is 8.4 km from Burrard, with a 106 min SkyTrain ride to Downtown Vancouver (Waterfront Station). The closest bus stop is Westbound Marine Dr @ 30 St (0.34 km). Walk Score Transit rating: Some Transit (44/100).

Walkability & Transit Near 2980 Palmerston Avenue

Walk Score Badge
Car-Dependent 19

Walk Score - Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car
Transit Score Badge
Some Transit 44

Transit Score - Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options
Bike Score Badge
Somewhat
Bikeable
21

Bike Score - Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Mortgage Calculator for 2980 Palmerston Avenue

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Principal & Interest
Property Taxes $4,447
Maintenance fee 0
A 20% down payment of $2,116,000 on this $10,580,000 listing yields an estimated mortgage of $40,408/month (30-year fixed, 4%). Total estimated housing cost: $44,855/month, $4,447 property tax.
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With $20,302/month in estimated rental income against $45,383/month in mortgage payments, the monthly cashflow is -$25,081/month. A 70% down payment would reach break-even.
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Price vs Neighbourhood Average — Altamont, West Vancouver

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Based on 2 comparable active Single Family Residences in Altamont, the average asking price is $10,026,667. This listing is priced 5.5% above the neighbourhood average.

Data is based on list prices of similar active listings. This representation is based in whole or in part on data generated by the Chilliwack & District Real Estate Board, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board or Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver which assumes no responsibility for its accuracy

Listing Agent & Brokerage

Dan Marusin
Dan Marusin
Renanza Realty
778-918-5990
Award-Winning REALTOR® with 11+ Years of Experience Serving Greater Vancouver

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Walkability & Transit Near 2980 Palmerston Avenue

Walk Score Badge
Car-Dependent 19

Walk Score - Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car
Transit Score Badge
Some Transit 44

Transit Score - Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options
Bike Score Badge
Somewhat
Bikeable
21

Bike Score - Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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