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Daily Shangri-La Listing Update - 52


The following Shangri-La apartments have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 3309 1111 ALBERNI ST - V992306

• $1,530,000
• 2 beds, 2 baths
• 1,445 Sq.Ft.
Listed by RE/MAX Crest Realty



Paul Albrighton featured twice in the Globe and Mail News


GLOBE AND MAIL NEWS FEATURES PAUL ALBRIGHTON

 

"One man's happiness project moves ahead"

This news story was written by Kerry Gold at the Globe and Mail and posted in the Real Estate section on December 20th 2012, as Paul Albrighton is a recognized leader in the Vancouver Real Estate Industry.  His sales ablilites, unique brand, and annual contribution to the Make-A-Wish BC chapter has received attention from the media.

From Globe and Maial Website

paul albrighton globe and mail by rafal gerszak 2012

Above: Paul Albrighton photographed in his loft, December 18 2012.  Photo by Rafal Gerszak

Paul Albrighton is the kind of 27 year old who could pass for a teenager wearing a nice suit. He’s got a wide grin, a wiry build, and the polite exuberance of a young salesman who might have taken in a few Tony Robbins how-to-be-your-best seminars.

His optimism, though, hasn’t got that dogged spiritual-boot-camp feel to it. Mr. Albrighton has arrived at his daily up-with-life mantra as a response to childhood health setbacks that linger into his adult life. In other words, he’s happy to be alive. In fact, he’s so happy and goal-oriented, he tells me, that his mind is even working while he sleeps.

“When you give yourself good thoughts before bed, you do a little dreaming about what you want,” he says, seated in a Gastown coffee shop. “Your body and mind work over time when you are focused, even when you are sleeping. Define what you want, make it realistic, and go for it with passion,” he says.

READ THE FULL STORY, CLICK HERE.

 

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VANCOUVER LOFT AND PAUL ALBRIGHTON

IN THE GLOBE & MAIL NEWS

 

"DONE DEALS" - HOW MUCH DID THIS VANCOUVER HERITAGE LOFT GO FOR (IN A SOFTER MARKET)?

Paul Albrighton is often quoted for his expertise with lofts and Vancouver properties.  Recently the Globe & Mail News reached out to Paul Albrighton for information on a recent sale, a loft on Beatty Street, #3-528 Beatty St.  This historic loft was unique with its architectural features.  Read more by following the links below.
paul albrighton globe and mail video

 

 

Video Link: http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/home-and-garden/real-estate/video-how-much-did-this-vancouver-heritage-loft-go-for-in-a-soft-market/article8306806/

Text Version: http://m.theglobeandmail.com/life/home-and-garden/real-estate/soft-market-trims-price-on-vancouver-heritage-loft/article8330215/?service=mobile

Quoted from the article:
"The property was listed at $429,000, reduced to $409,000 after several weeks without selling and was reduced again to $399,000. It finally sold 51 days after being listed for $395,000.

What they got: Because Vancouver hasn’t got a lot of lofts, the lofts that do come on the market go for a price that’s generally slightly higher than the average. This loft at 528 Beatty, known as Bowman Lofts, is a warehouse conversion by Salient Group in the neighbourhood of Crosstown, which intersects three neighbourhoods: Yaletown, Gastown and Chinatown. It’s on a highly desirable street, close to trendy upscale restaurants as well as the hockey arena and movie theatres.

The agent’s take: Realtor Paul Albrighton is a loft specialist whose listings usually come up in places like Crosstown where the buildings were formerly used for light manufacturing and warehousing. In the current market, “we are seeing more investor style clients that are planning to purchase properties either as holding property or rental properties because they recognize that prices have come down,” Mr. Albrighton said. “The purchaser of this place is planning to rent it out for the long term, as it’s a unique place and the price was very attractive.”

If you are looking to buy or sell a Vancouver property, contact Paul Albrighton, 604-315-5574.



Paul Albrighton is a Shangri-la Expert


PAUL ALBRIGHTON HITS THE PAPERS

OF THE VANCOUVER SUN

 



Paul Albrighton was quoted in The Vancouver Sun on February 19th in the article;
"Donald Trump eyes a Vancouver presence on site of nixed Ritz-Carlton project".  Having sold many similar condos and working with buyers from a across the globe, Paul Albrighton is a sought after specialist with the Shangri-la Vancouver, at 1111 Alberni St & 1128 W Georgia St.  His focused website for this building is: www.shangri-la-condos.ca  

The recent Article featured in The Vancouver Sun, was discussing the speculated Trump International Development located on Georgia Street.  Tracey Sherlock approached Albrighton for his expertise with the current comparable Shangri-la building.

Pauls Section: "There are several other hotel-condo projects in Vancouver, including the Shangri-La, which was completed in 2009 and is Vancouver's tallest building at 62 storeys. Paul Albrighton, a realtor specializing in resale units at the Shangri-La, said prices in the luxury building have risen an average of two to three per cent in the past 12 months - above average for Vancouver condos. He said buyers are both Vancouverites and offshore buyers, but that there has been a bit of a slowdown, particularly among offshore buyers, in the past six to eight months."

Read more: http://www.vancouversun.com/business/Trump+Tower+could+rise+Vancouver/7983757/story.html#ixzz2LUtmjrKC

 

holbun project with donald trump georgia street vancouver



New Listing # 806 518 BEATTY ST, Vancouver, BC


V991466 - # 806 518 BEATTY ST, Vancouver, British Columbia, CANADAView my new listing for sale SOLD at # 806 518 BEATTY ST, Vancouver and currently listed at $729,900.SOLD

Unique heritage conversion Loft Penthouse on historic Beatty Street.  Rare architectural residence with a perfect blend of modernism within a restored space. 2-level 1080 sq.ft. open concept design with large windows, exposed brick walls, timber beams and a private 234 sq.ft. rooftop patio.  This home has been brought to a modern standard with recent high-end updates, including: walnut flooring throughout, updated stone surfaces, new European style bathrooms, custom grand fireplace, custom wood stairs & steel/wire railing, and an outdoor kitchen/oasis created on the rooftop.  Large master bedrooms upstairs, & 2 bathrooms.  Underground parking included.  Plenty of storage, & room for a 2nd bedroom.  Stunning architectural elements throughout.

Daily Shangri-La Listing Update - 45


The following Shangri-La apartments have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 1708 1111 ALBERNI ST - V990936

• $929,000
• 2 beds, 2 baths
• 1,143 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Rennie & Associates Realty



Recently Sold Listing # 503 1275 HAMILTON ST, Vancouver, BC


V981502 - # 503 1275 HAMILTON ST, Vancouver, British Columbia, CANADAI have just recently sold this listing at # 503 1275 HAMILTON ST, Vancouver.

Daily Shangri-La Listing Update - 31


The following Shangri-La apartments have been recently uploaded on to the MLS ...

# 3201 1111 ALBERNI ST - V988462

• $1,498,000
• 2 beds, 3 baths
• 1,554 Sq.Ft.
Listed by Macdonald Realty Ltd.