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3557 W 36th Avenue: The Kind of Dunbar Family Home That’s Hard to Replicate 🏡🌿

21 hours ago
3 min read

There are big homes, and then there are homes that actually use their space well. This one does.


3557 W 36th Avenue sits on a rare gated 66 x 140 lot in Dunbar and gives you more than 5,400 sq ft of living space, four bedrooms upstairs, a private backyard, and a triple garage. It has scale, but it still feels comfortable and practical for real family life.'


The layout just makes sense

The first thing you notice is the sense of space. The grand foyer and high ceilings create a strong first impression, but the home doesn’t feel overly formal or untouchable.

You still get proper living and dining rooms for entertaining, but the flow is easy and family friendly. It feels like a house you can actually live in, not just admire.


The kitchen is where everyone will end up

The updated chef’s kitchen is positioned right in the heart of the home, with high-end appliances and a large island that naturally becomes the gathering place.

This is the kind of kitchen that works whether you’re hosting a big dinner, feeding kids before school, or having friends over on a Saturday night. It connects beautifully to the living area, so nobody feels tucked away while everyone else is hanging out. 🍽️


Four bedrooms upstairs is a huge win

This is probably one of my favourite parts of the floorplan.

You get four bedrooms upstairs, and each one has its own ensuite. For a family, that is such a luxury. It gives everyone privacy and makes daily routines so much easier.


The primary suite feels like its own escape, with a sitting area, fireplace, and six-piece spa-like ensuite. It’s spacious without feeling excessive, and it gives you a proper retreat at the end of the day. 🛁



The lower level gives you options

Downstairs is set up for fun, but it’s also incredibly useful.

There’s a games room, wet bar, and two additional bedrooms, which gives you flexibility for guests, teenagers, extended family, or even home office space. With exterior entry as well, the lower level can adapt depending on what your life looks like now and what it looks like five years from now.


And then there’s the backyard

A 9,256 sq ft lot gives you something that’s getting harder and harder to find in Vancouver: real outdoor space.

The backyard is expansive and private, with enough room for kids, pets, entertaining, or simply having space around you. The triple garage is another major bonus, and with parking for up to seven vehicles, this home handles busy family life very well.


The key details

Offered at $4,388,000, this Dunbar home features 6 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms plus 1 powder room, and 5,443 sq ft of living space.

Lot: 66 x 140 ft, approximately 9,256 sq ft2025 property taxes: $22,398Year built: 1990Title: Freehold non-strataHeating: RadiantBasement: Full, finished, with exterior entryParking: 7 spaces, including a triple garage


Why Dunbar continues to be such a draw

Dunbar has always been one of those neighbourhoods families specifically seek out because it gives you space, quiet streets, and great access to everyday essentials.

This home is close to Crofton House, St. George’s School, Pacific Spirit Park, UBC, transit, shopping, and Dunbar Village. You get that established West Side feel without being far from everything you actually use day to day. 🌲


My take

What stands out to me here is how complete the package is.

You have the lot size, the four bedrooms upstairs, the entertaining spaces, the backyard, the garage, and the Dunbar location all working together. Those are the features that are incredibly difficult to recreate once they’re missing.



If Dunbar is on your list and you want to see how this compares with other larger West Side homes, send me a message. I’m happy to walk you through what’s currently available and what I think is worth paying attention to. 📩




Erin Price Emery

Call or text: 604-767-7725

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