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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302 3788 W 10th Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey Condo for sale in "The Grey Point" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3156426
302 3788 W 10th Avenue Vancouver V6R 2G4 
$519,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3156426
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 565 sq. ft.
Welcome to the Grey Point! This charming one bedroom, one bath penthouse suite of 565SF is sure to impress. Nothing to do here but move in with recent upgrades including stainless steel appliances, front load washer/dryer, wide vinyl plank flooring, Caeserstone counter tops in the kitchen & bath plus recently painted throughout. Love the generous size balcony with endless views of the North Shore Mountains. This townhouse-feel home has front to back windows, two skylights that provide additional natural light in the kitchen and bathroom plus a cozy gas fireplace that heats your home in the winter. Close to transit, bike paths, parks, UBC, local shops & cafes. Metal & brick clad pet friendly boutique building of 10 suites with parking & storage locker. More detailsListed by WESTSIDE Tom Gradecak Realty
- Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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403 2408 E Broadway in Vancouver: Renfrew Heights Condo for sale in "Broadway Crossing" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3158320
403 2408 E Broadway Vancouver V5M 4T9
$509,999Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3158320
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 576 sq. ft.
Welcome to Broadway Crossing in vibrant Renfrew Heights! This rarely available bright and very lightly used 1-bedroom Penthouse shows like new! It offers a thoughtfully designed open-concept layout with high ceilings, expansive windows, and durable wide plank laminate flooring. The modern kitchen features a skylight, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, undermount sink, flat-panel cabinetry, and a breakfast bar. Enjoy your private east-facing balcony overlooking the quiet courtyard, plus a spacious bedroom which fits king-sized bed with cheater ensuite bathroom. Ideally located just steps from Commercial Drive skytrain, transit, parks, schools, Trout Lake, and everyday amenities along Broadway and Nanaimo. Act now before it's gone! More detailsListed by Interlink Realty - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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305 1545 E 2nd Avenue in Vancouver: Grandview Woodland Condo for sale in "Tailshan Woods" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3162744
305 1545 E 2nd Avenue Vancouver V5N 1C8
$499,999Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3162744
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 587 sq. ft.
Welcome to Talishan Woods! This NW top-floor corner home boasts soaring 10+ ft vaulted ceilings, an oversized wraparound patio, and a quiet location steps from Commercial Drive. Filled with natural light, this bright and inviting home is ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors alike. The well-maintained building has been extensively updated with new windows and balcony doors (2020), an elevator modernization (2015), and a new roof completed in 2025. Located across from Alice Townley Park, you'll enjoy a peaceful setting with shopping, dining, transit, and recreation all nearby. Includes 1 parking stall and 1 storage locker. Book your private showing today! More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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401 688 E 16th Avenue in Vancouver: Fraser VE Condo for sale in "Vintage Eastside" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3168325
401 688 E 16th Avenue Vancouver V5T 2V4
$499,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3168325
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 500 sq. ft.
Welcome home to this spacious top-floor corner penthouse at Vintage Eastside. Bathed in natural light, this beautifully maintained freshly painted 1 bed/1 bath features an open-concept layout enhanced by a bright skylight, cozy fireplace, and gorgeous north-facing mountain views from your private balcony. Situated in a solid, rainscreened building, complete with in-suite laundry, underground parking, a storage locker, and shared EV charging. Located exactly where Mount Pleasant meets the Fraserhood, this walker’s paradise places you just steps from transit, local parks, and iconic culinary favorites like Savio Volpe, Nammos, Goldies, and Earnest Ice Cream. Move in Ready! Perfect for first-time buyers or investors! Open House Sat Oct 10, 2-4pm More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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401 2141 E Hastings Street in Vancouver: Hastings Condo for sale in "The Oxford" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3170636
401 2141 E Hastings Street Vancouver V5L 1V2
$499,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3170636
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 500 sq. ft.
Welcome to this stunning top-floor penthouse in sought-after Hastings! This bright and stylish 1-bedroom home features a south-facing exposure, dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows, and an abundance of natural light. The thoughtfully designed, modern interior makes excellent use of the space, with a sleek kitchen featuring a gas cooktop. Enjoy the privacy and elevated outlook of penthouse living, with restaurants, cafés, shopping, and everyday amenities right at your doorstep. An excellent opportunity for a first-time buyer looking to enter the Vancouver market and enjoy contemporary urban living in a vibrant neighbourhood. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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411 128 W 8th Street in North Vancouver: Central Lonsdale Condo for sale in "The Library" : MLS®# R3133669
411 128 W 8th Street North Vancouver V7M 3M1
$498,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3133669
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 785 sq. ft.
Find your Desired Central Lonsdale location in "The Library". A bright and cheery Penthouse corner suite boasts 12ft ceilings, Lots of windows bringing natural light into the home gives a feeling of open space. This unit hosts a nice sized entrance foyer with a storage area to help with all the day to day items, including laundry. Walking distance to an array of restaurants, markets and professional services helps you embrace the heart beat of the North Shore without having to use transit or a vehicle. Reasonable maintenance fee includes the gas fireplace. Crown moldings, freshly painted through out. Primary Bedroom his&her closets cheater bathroom. Note Den is a flex room which is being used as a 2nd bedroom. Pets allowed/rentals allowed W/restriction. Locker and 1 Parking spot included. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Lifestyles Realty (Langley) - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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302 5818 Lincoln Street in Vancouver: Killarney VE Condo for sale in "Lincoln Place" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3173075
302 5818 Lincoln Street Vancouver V5R 4P7
$485,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3173075
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 630 sq. ft.
Imagine coming home to a space with comfort, convenience & everything you need right at your doorstep. This beautifully updated 1 bed+den penthouse features a bright, functional layout. The versatile den with access from both the bedroom & living room is ideal as a home office, nursery or reading nook, while mountain views provide a peaceful backdrop. Newer floors, updated kitchen, in-suite laundry, 1 parking & 1 storage locker complete this move-in-ready home. You'll enjoy an unbeatable Killarney location just mins from Central Park, Metrotown, cafés, restaurants, recreation & excellent schools. Bus stops are right outside, making commuting effortless with easy access to Burnaby, Downtown Vancouver & beyond. A smart buy in a desirable community, move-in ready & full of value! More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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302 2222 Cambridge Street in Vancouver: Hastings Condo for sale in "The Cambridge" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3168171
302 2222 Cambridge Street Vancouver V5L 1E6
$480,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3168171
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 614 sq. ft.
A home with a little more soul. This spacious top floor one bed at The Cambridge feels like your own vinyl listening lounge, with warm bamboo floors, renovated kitchen & generous living & dining space made for hosting. Large windows look north into the treetops, with a private, green outlook & no neighbours above. Large bedroom & den at the entry adds valuable storage. Well maintained building with significant updates over the years incl plumbing, electrical, elevator & roofing. Step outside and enjoy one of East Van’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, surrounded by some of the city’s best restaurants, coffee shops, bars & breweries, with the PNE nearby & quick access to Highway 1. This well maintained building allows rentals & includes parking, a storage locker & shared laundry. Heat included. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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416 2891 E Hastings Street in Vancouver: Hastings Sunrise Condo for sale in "Park Renfrew" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3156471
416 2891 E Hastings Street Vancouver V5K 5J8
$478,888Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3156471
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 558 sq. ft.
HASTINGS SUNRISE 1 bed/1 bath TOP FLOOR in the PARK RENFREW. Bright South facing unit with skylight and balcony offering tons of natural light. Well managed building with low Strata fees including a large storage locker and 1 secure underground parking. Spacious unit with ensuite washer/dryer. Centrally located in THE EAST VILLAGE just a few minutes walk to parks, PNE, Hastings Community Centre, Library, Medical Centre, shops, cafés, bakeries and restaurants. With a main bus stop right outside the lobby and Highway 1 access just blocks away you are only 15 min. to Downtown Vancouver, BCIT, SFU and the North Shore. Lovingly maintained by the original owner this is a must see! **ATTENTION FIRST TIME BUYERS** More detailsListed by Royal LePage Sussex - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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405 1864 Frances Street in Vancouver: Hastings Condo for sale in "Landview Place" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3173111
405 1864 Frances Street Vancouver V5L 1Z7
$469,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3173111
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 524 sq. ft.
Quiet & bright top-floor 1-bed home just off Commercial Drive, fully custom renovated w/ a modern kitchen (full reno: new cabinets, SS appliances, backsplash & quartz counters), new flooring, paint & updated fixtures. Efficient layout with a spacious living area opening to an oversized balcony showcasing city & North Shore mountain views. Well-proportioned bedroom and a clean, modern bath with soaker tub. Proactive strata w/ major updates completed: new roof (2022), full rainscreen & windows (2010), parking membrane (2014), decks (2010) and plumbing. Walk to Bosa foods at end of block, parks, SkyTrain, shops, cafes and breweries, with easy access to Downtown. Rentals allowed. Includes 1 parking & storage. CALL FOR PRIVATE SHOWINGS! More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Bruce Hiatt, Associate Broker
- Oakwyn Realty Ltd
- 6048188185
- bruce@hiatt.com
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406 5629 Dunbar Street in Vancouver: Dunbar Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R3168937
406 5629 Dunbar Street Vancouver V6N 1W5
$445,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R3168937
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 575 sq. ft.
TOP-FLOOR DUNBAR GEM WITH THREE SKYLIGHTS! Bright and inviting 1 BED + DEN at West Pointe, offering a smart open layout, no one above, and exceptional natural light throughout. Sleek glass sliding doors define the bedroom, while the versatile den is ideal for a home office, storage or flex space. Includes in-suite laundry, secured parking and storage locker. Steps to Dunbar Loop, shops, cafés, restaurants and groceries, with direct transit to UBC and easy access to Downtown. Located in the Southlands Elementary and Point Grey Secondary catchments, near Crofton House and St. George’s. A rare West Side opportunity in a sought-after neighbourhood. Walking distance to Pacific Spirit Park. OH Oct 3rd & Oct 4th from 2-4PM. Don't miss out this beautiful sweet home. 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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