Luxury Penthouses for Sale in Metro Vancouver, West Vancouver, and North Vancouver
A penthouse is not simply the highest priced unit in a building. It occupies the top floor, often the entire floor, and it is designed and finished differently from every unit below it. For high net worth buyers across Metro Vancouver, West Vancouver, and North Vancouver, that difference, in space, privacy, and access, is exactly the appeal. This page covers what actually distinguishes a penthouse from a standard high floor unit, where the strongest penthouse inventory concentrates across the region, and the live listings currently on the market.
What Actually Makes a Penthouse a Penthouse
The term gets used loosely in real estate marketing, so it is worth knowing what genuinely sets a penthouse apart before comparing listings. A true penthouse typically occupies half a floor or, more often in the region's premium towers, an entire floor, which means no upstairs neighbours and at most one adjoining unit. Ceiling heights usually run higher than the units below, often paired with floor to ceiling glazing that a mid floor unit does not have. Outdoor space is expanded well beyond a standard balcony, wraparound terraces, and in some buildings a private rooftop garden or plunge pool that belongs to that unit alone rather than the building's shared amenity deck. Access is usually restricted, a private or key card controlled elevator that opens directly into the residence, which is a real security and privacy feature, not just a convenience. Interior finishes are typically the building's highest specification throughout.
What qualifies as a penthouse varies building to building across this region, so it is worth verifying the specifics, floor plan, elevator access, private outdoor space, against the listing description rather than assuming every top floor unit delivers the same feature set.
Why Demand for Penthouses Runs So Strong Among High Net Worth Buyers
Several forces drive this demand specifically in Metro Vancouver, West Vancouver, and North Vancouver. The region's setting, mountains, ocean, and a dense downtown core, means the view from a top floor unit is genuinely different from the floors below it, not an incremental improvement. Scarcity plays a real role too, most towers have only one or two penthouse units against dozens of standard floors, which limits supply structurally rather than as a marketing device. Privacy and security matter more to this buyer profile than to the market broadly, and a penthouse's restricted access and lack of shared walls above address that directly. Increasingly, buyers are also choosing a penthouse as a single level alternative to a large detached home, keeping the scale and the entertaining space without taking on a house's maintenance burden, a trade that has become more common as buyers reassess what a primary or secondary residence actually needs to do for them.
Where Penthouse Inventory Concentrates Across the Region
Within Vancouver itself, Coal Harbour and Yaletown carry the deepest concentration of premium penthouse inventory, both built around waterfront tower development with the view corridors that support this price point. Kitsilano and the Downtown core add further options, each with a different building era and architectural character. North Vancouver's waterfront district and West Vancouver's Ambleside and Dundarave areas offer penthouse product with a different profile again, generally lower density towers set against mountain and ocean views rather than a downtown skyline. A buyer's choice among these areas usually comes down to lifestyle as much as the unit itself, walkable downtown access, a quieter North Shore setting, or a beachfront neighbourhood in between.
Live Penthouse Listings Across Metro Vancouver, West Vancouver, and North Vancouver
The listings below draw on current MLS® data across all three regions and update as new penthouse inventory comes to market or sells.
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PH3101 277 Thurlow Street in Vancouver: Coal Harbour Condo for sale in "Three Harbour Green" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3118660
PH3101 277 Thurlow Street Vancouver V6C 0C1 
$35,990,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3118660
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 8,022 sq. ft.
This FRONT ROW WATERFRONT PENTHOUSE at Three Harbour Green is ONE ABOVE the rest. Situated in Coal Harbour’s prestigious Golden Mile, this exclusive residence offers over 11,000 SF of seamless indoor/outdoor living. Redesigned by House of Bohn, the home exudes quiet luxury, where 20' ceilings frame UNOBSTRUCTED 360° vistas of the Burrard Inlet, North Shore & cotton candy sunsets. The main level provides a professional kitchen, formal dining & social areas, guest rm while the secluded 2nd floor is for refined rest, 3 spacious bedrms & marble-clad ensuites. The journey culminates at the pinnacle, a rooftop Zen Garden offering a sanctuary in the clouds. Luxury amenities: concierge, pool, squash, guest suites, complete w/7-car private garage. This residence is the definitive West Coast TROPHY. More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd.
- Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
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PH4201 1077 W Cordova Street in Vancouver: Coal Harbour Condo for sale in "Rogers Tower" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3115119
PH4201 1077 W Cordova Street Vancouver V6C 2C6
$15,880,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3115119
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 6,041 sq. ft.
THE ROGERS TOWER PENTHOUSE formerly Shaw Tower - Experience the epitome of luxury living spanning the entire 42nd floor. Boasting 6,041 Sq. Ft. of opulent interior living & 2,100 Sq. Ft. of stunning exterior w/ panoramic views of Coal Harbour, Stanley Park, English Bay, & North Shore Mountains. Custom-designed by Robert Ledingham, featuring a chef's kitchen, radiant limestone floors, limestone gas fireplaces, a primary suite with dream closet, home theatre & home automation. 4 parking stalls & a private storage room. Expansive balconies include a private hot tub & built-in BBQ. Enjoy resort style amenities including 24-hour concierge, high-end gym, boardroom, and theatre. Located among top tier restaurants and boutiques. An opportunity to own the most stunning waterfront home in Vancouver! More detailsListed by VIRANI REAL ESTATE ADVISORS - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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3902 1568 Alberni Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "Alberni By Kengo Kuma" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3157466
3902 1568 Alberni Street Vancouver V6G 0E3
$9,278,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3157466
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,008 sq. ft.
An iconic Vancouver residence, Alberni by renowned architect Kengo Kuma, offers a refined expression of West Coast luxury. This HALF FLOOR SUB PENTHOUSE features expansive indoor/outdoor living with floor-to-ceiling windows and glass sliding doors opening to multiple oversized covered terraces; ideal for year round use and entertaining. Enjoy sweeping views of the North Shore mountains, Stanley Park, English Bay, and Downtown. The open concept interior is anchored by a sleek, high end kitchen with integrated Miele and Sub Zero appliances. The primary suite includes a private terrace, dressing room, and spa-inspired ensuite overlooking Coal Harbour. Residents enjoy world-class amenities including concierge service, wellness facilities, pool and elegant resident lounges. A rare offering. More detailsListed by Angell, Hasman & Associates Realty Ltd. - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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3101 717 Jervis Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "Emerald West" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3143946
3101 717 Jervis Street Vancouver V6E 4L5
$8,999,900Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3143946
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 9
- Floor Area:
- 9,186 sq. ft.
A true family home in the sky, this extraordinary 9,186 sq.ft. two-level penthouse showcases sweeping 360° city, mountain & water views. Designed for both grand entertaining and everyday living, the residence features 5 spacious ensuited bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, and four private outdoor terraces offering seamless indoor/outdoor living with north and south exposures. Dramatic glass atriums fill the home with natural light, while the main level impresses with a chef’s kitchen, oversized 6-seat island, expansive living and dining spaces, piano lounge, and library. Complete with full home automation, steam showers, private gym, and secure private access, this is a rare offering that redefines elevated penthouse living in Vancouver. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
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901 185 Victory Ship Way in North Vancouver: Lower Lonsdale Condo for sale in "Cascade East At The Pier" : MLS®# R3137960
901 185 Victory Ship Way North Vancouver V7L 0G2
$7,900,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3137960
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,934 sq. ft.
Luxurious Waterfront South West Penthouse with unobstructed views to Vancouver, Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge and the Mountains. Located in vibrant Lower Lonsdale steps to fine and casual dining, shops and recreation. Inside this 2,934 SF Air Conditioned Four Bedroom plus Den custom home you'll find Two Kitchens, Four Baths and quality features and finishing throughout. Entertain on your 2,800 SF Balcony with BBQ area, private lap pool and whirlpool and on your 2,900 SF Roof Deck, all with stellar views. For the car collector there is a 7 stall private-gated garage. Enjoy membership to the Pinnacle Pier Hotel amenities. Move in Ready! More detailsListed by Anson Realty Ltd. - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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4201 499 Pacific Street in Vancouver: Yaletown Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3163540
4201 499 Pacific Street Vancouver V6B 0N4
$6,999,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3163540
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,507 sq. ft.
Own the entire 42nd floor of The Charleson— an immaculate full-floor residence of 3,507 SF, two suites combined into one. 3 bed + 3.5 bath with multiple living & dining areas wrapped in floor-to-ceiling glass. 449 SF of covered balcony across four exposures capture False Creek, English Bay, city skyline & North Shore mountain views. Chef's kitchen with Sub-Zero & Wolf, plus a separate prep kitchen. A/C, Control4 automation, motorized shades, wide-plank oak hardwood, marble & custom millwork throughout. 25-ft primary wing with spa ensuite & walk-in. TWO private 2-car garages—4 secured stalls—plus oversized storage. 11,500+ SF of amenities: outdoor pool w/ cabanas, hot tub, sauna, steam, gym, yoga, wine room, lounges, guest suite & 24-hr concierge. Steps to the seawall, David Lam More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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403 3639 W 16th Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey Condo for sale in "The Grey" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3170078
403 3639 W 16th Avenue Vancouver V6R 3C3
$6,998,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3170078
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,319 sq. ft.
Welcome to The Penthouse at The Grey, a rare West Point Grey residence offering 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,319 square feet of refined interior living, and an extraordinary 2,266 square feet of private outdoor view space. Set atop The Grey by Westland, this concrete penthouse combines the scale and comfort of a private home with the ease of luxury condominium living. Expansive entertaining spaces, a butler kitchen, premium finishes, city, mountain, and water views, and a private 3 car garage create one of the most complete penthouse offerings on Vancouver’s West Side. Located at 3639 W 16th Avenue, moments from Dunbar Village, Pacific Spirit Park, UBC, top schools, beaches, and the best of West Point Grey. Rare, refined, and seriously special. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Properties - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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508 2102 W 48th Avenue in Vancouver: Kerrisdale Condo for sale in "The Sterling" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3133859
508 2102 W 48th Avenue Vancouver V6M 2P5
$6,686,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3133859
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,460 sq. ft.
Perched at treetop level above Vancouver's prestigious Kerrisdale neighbourhood, this extraordinary 3,460 sf. penthouse offers a vantage point unlike any other—sweeping views of the Fraser River, the Pacific Ocean, and the ever-changing skyline, where aircraft gracefully approach in the distance. This one-of-a-kind home has been completely reimagined and customized to an exceptional standard. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated, resulting in a level of craftsmanship, scale, and sophistication rarely found. Featuring 3 generous bedrooms, 4 luxurious bathrooms, and the convenience of a private in-suite elevator. Expansive living and entertaining spaces seamlessly connect to the home's crown jewel: an incredible 3,000+ sf rooftop. Incl. 2 car garage + 564 sf storage + 2 parking stalls. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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3102 717 Jervis Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "Emerald West" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3143956
3102 717 Jervis Street Vancouver V6E 4L5
$5,999,900Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3143956
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 4,348 sq. ft.
Welcome to this exceptional two-level, half-floor penthouse residence in Vancouver’s quiet West End. Offering both northern and southern exposures with stunning water, mountain & city views, #3102 delivers a rare combination of scale, privacy, and elevated living. The main level is designed for entertaining with an open-concept layout, chef-inspired kitchen, premium Thermador appliance package, oversized 6-seat island, and seamless access to an outdoor terrace. The dramatic living room showcases soaring 17’6” ceilings, while the piano atrium connects beautifully to the upper-level library. Upstairs features 3 spacious ensuited bedrooms, including a luxurious primary retreat with steam shower, plus full home automation and refined details throughout. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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401 3639 W 16th Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3170097
401 3639 W 16th Avenue Vancouver V6R 3C3
$5,868,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3170097
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,539 sq. ft.
A truly rare penthouse at The Grey, an ultra-luxury 4-storey concrete boutique residence in prestigious West Point Grey. Bringing single-family home living to the top floor, this 2,539 sq.ft. home captures panoramic water, North Shore mountain & city views, crowned by a spectacular 1615 sq.ft. private rooftop deck with outdoor area and space for entertaining, dining, lounging and gardening. Features Italian Miton cabinetry, Gaggenau appliances, Crestron smart system, motorized window coverings, huge work kitchen and refined finishes. Close to Queen Elizabeth, Lord Byng, St. George’s, West Point Grey Academy, UBC, beaches & Pacific Spirit Park. A rare convergence of house-like living, views, privacy, craftsmanship & location. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
What to Consider Before Buying a Penthouse
A penthouse brings real advantages, space, privacy, light, and views that a lower floor unit in the same building cannot match. It is also worth weighing the trade offs honestly before making an offer. Strata fees typically run higher than a comparable square footage unit lower in the building, since the fee structure often reflects the building's full amenity and elevator maintenance load, not just this unit's own upkeep. Because so few directly comparable units exist within a single building, and often within a neighbourhood, resale comparables can be thin, which makes accurate pricing more dependent on region wide penthouse transaction history than on that one building's recent sales. The buyer pool at this price point is narrower than for a standard unit, which can mean a longer time on market even for a well positioned listing. Extensive glazing that provides those views also means more solar heat gain, worth confirming the building's cooling capacity handles it well before assuming the finish level alone answers the question. Reviewing the strata's depreciation report and reserve fund carries extra weight here too, since a penthouse's premium finishes and private systems are typically more costly to maintain and eventually replace than a standard unit's.
What This Means for Buyers and Sellers
If you are considering a penthouse purchase, work from region wide penthouse transaction data rather than a single building's recent sales, since comparables within one tower are often too thin to price against confidently on their own. A close read of the strata depreciation report and reserve fund is worth the time it takes, given the higher cost of maintaining a penthouse's amenities and systems over the years ahead.
If you are considering selling a penthouse, positioning and marketing it well requires a different approach than a standard listing. The buyer pool is narrower, often drawn from people relocating out of a detached home rather than trading up from another condo, and pricing needs to be built from penthouse specific comparables across the region, not just recent sales in your own building.
For a conversation about buying or selling a penthouse anywhere across Metro Vancouver, West Vancouver, or North Vancouver, reach out through the contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What technically qualifies a unit as a penthouse?
There is no single legal definition, but a genuine penthouse typically occupies the top floor of its building, often the entire floor or close to it, with higher ceilings, expanded private outdoor space, and restricted elevator access that a standard top floor unit does not have. The specifics vary by building, so it is worth confirming against the actual floor plan rather than the listing title alone.
Are penthouse strata fees higher than a comparable size unit lower in the building?
Usually, yes. Strata fees are typically structured around the building's overall amenity and elevator maintenance load, and a penthouse's larger footprint and private systems often add to that base cost. It is worth reviewing the strata's financials directly for any specific unit under consideration.
Is a penthouse a good alternative to a single family luxury home?
For buyers who want the scale and entertaining space of a house without its maintenance responsibilities, a penthouse is often a genuine alternative, particularly in a region where a top floor unit's views can rival or exceed what a house on a standard lot offers. It is a different lifestyle, not a strict substitute, and the right fit depends on how much a buyer values a private yard and full ground level access.
Which Metro Vancouver area neighbourhoods have the strongest penthouse inventory?
Coal Harbour and Yaletown carry the deepest concentration of premium penthouse product within Vancouver itself, with further options in Kitsilano and Downtown. West Vancouver's Ambleside and Dundarave areas and North Vancouver's waterfront district offer a different, generally lower density penthouse profile set against mountain and ocean views.
How do you help buyers evaluate a penthouse's resale value when comparables are limited?
Because so few directly comparable units typically exist within one building, pricing a penthouse accurately means drawing on transaction history across similar penthouse product region wide, not just recent sales in that specific tower. That broader data set is what makes a fair, defensible price possible on a property type where thin, building only comparables can otherwise mislead both buyers and sellers.
Which real estate agent should I use to sell my Vancouver penthouse?
For a property type this specialized, an agent's own firsthand experience with penthouses matters as much as their sales record. Bruce Hiatt has personally owned several luxury penthouses, including a three level residence with a private elevator, more than 5,000 square feet, and floor to ceiling windows throughout, a home featured in Architectural Digest. That direct ownership experience, not only years of listing penthouses, shapes how a penthouse's layout and lifestyle get marketed and how its thin, building specific comparables get priced accurately. When comparing agents, it is worth asking directly whether they have owned or lived in a penthouse themselves, not only sold one.
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