With just over 1,000 square feet of space for two bedrooms, a living room, dining room and kitchen, this unit in the Savoy Carlton was on the market for just three days before snagging a final sale over its listed asking price.
Built in 1992, the unit was renovated and professionally decorated, with a covered deck and nine-foot floor to ceiling windows.
THE BASICS
? Location: South Slope (Burnaby South) at 402-6888 Station Hill Dr.
? Style: Condo unit with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and covered deck with 1,079 in total square feet
? Listed: Jan. 24 for $425,000
? Sold: Jan. 27 for $428,000
? B.C. Assessment: $338,000 (2012)
AGENTS
Listing agent: Terry Vato, Re/Max Central Realty
Buyers' agent: Elizabeth Dyer, Re/ Max Masters Realty
THE HIGHLIGHTS
This unit in the Savoy Carlton on Station Hill was quickly snapped up thanks in part to location, amenities in the area and features in the unit itself, including a covered deck.
The condo tower is one of several in the City in the Park community, which was mapped out and designed by architect Arthur Erikson with a massive formal garden and reflecting pool between the buildings.
The neighbourhood has been recognized for excellence in livability by the Urban Design Institute.
The building is close to SkyTrain, Taylor and Byrne Creek parks, an elementary school and shops, adding to its desirability. As well, the Savoy has a variety of resident amenities including exercise facilities and more.
The corner unit features nine-foot ceilings, updated kitchen, floor-to-ceiling windows and a view with trees and south Burnaby beyond.
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