Real Estate in West Vancouver - Altamont


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Altamont is a low-density hillside community in West Vancouver situated to the west of Dundarave and sits between Highway 1 and the ocean. Altamont is characterized by large estate-sized lots and luxurious mansions with many local beaches in the area. Because the streets and homes in this area are built into the hillside, the grid layout followed in the Dundarave and Ambleside area are no longer used for road layout.

 

Real Estate

Almost all of the homes in Altamont are single family homes. The area is more secluded, with large private estate-lots, and mature trees and landscaping. Real estate prices can be some of the highest prices for non-waterfront land in Vancouver. Please contact us to search for real estate in Altamont.

 

Parks and Recreation

This area has a number of small parks around the community, and a few along the waterfront including Altamont Beach Park. Skiing, mountain biking, and other recreational activities are accessed up the hill at Cypress Bowl Provincial Park. To the west is Lighthouse Park, with forested trails and great views of the Burrard Inlet.

 

Shopping and Services

There are many shops and restaurants immediately to the east in Dundarave Village. There is also Ambleside Village and Park Royal Shopping Center close by. You can also drive to the west to shop at Caulfeild Village. 

 

Community and Entertainment

West Vancouver Community CenterThere is a public library in Ambleside. The West Vancouver Community Center, with a pool and ice rink, is at 21st and Marine Drive. Dundarave hosts the Christmas Tree Festival of Lights during the Christmas holiday season. Nearby Ambleside Park hosts many annual festivals including Community Day, the Harmony Arts Festival, and other seasonal events.

 

Education

The area is served by West Bay Elementary School Elementary (International Bacculareate World School and top ranking public school in BC). High School students attend Rockridge Secondary in Caulfeild to the west or West Vancouver Secondary in Ambleside to the east. There are also two private schools in West Vancouver: Collingwood and Mulgrave.

 

Getting Around

Altamont is very close to the Lions Gate Bridge and so travel into downtown Vancouver takes just minutes! Regular public transit services all regions of Altamont.