Capilano sits just south of Edgemont and is often thought of as part of the same broader community — sandwiched between Edgemont to the north and Pemberton Heights to the south, with the Capilano River canyon defining its western edge. Many buyers searching this area find Capilano while looking at Edgemont, and those who look closely often discover it delivers much of the same character — large lots, established tree canopy, strong school catchments, and genuine separation from urban density — at a price point that reflects its slightly lower profile. Residents live within minutes of hiking trails and the river, yet can reach downtown Vancouver in well under half an hour.
The housing stock is predominantly single-family detached, most of it built between the 1950s and 1980s on generous lots with mountain or canyon outlooks. Ranchers, split levels, and classic West Coast contemporaries define the streetscape. Newer custom builds and substantial renovations have become more common in recent years, and the neighbourhood attracts a mix of long-established families alongside buyers who discovered Capilano while searching Edgemont and recognized the value in what the area offers.
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Capilano Homes by Price
Capilano Homes Under $1,600,000 The entry point into Capilano detached ownership. Original mid-century homes from the 1940s through to the 1970s on standard 7,000 square foot lots — ideal for buyers stepping up from strata, renovators, and those looking for a build opportunity within the Carson Graham catchment.
Capilano Homes $1,600,000 to $2,000,000 The most active price range in Capilano. Updated and well-maintained homes on consistent lots within the Carson Graham Secondary and Capilano Elementary catchments. The deepest pool of inventory and the strongest comparable sales base in the neighbourhood.
Capilano Homes $2,000,000 to $2,750,000 Substantially renovated homes and entry-level custom builds. Larger floorplans, higher quality finishes, and well-positioned lots that reflect the full potential of the Capilano address.
Capilano Homes Over $2,750,000 Capilano at its finest. Premium custom builds on standard or larger lots, with contemporary architecture, high end finishes, and homes that represent the neighbourhood's next chapter.
Capilano by Property Type
All Capilano Detached Homes The dominant property type in Capilano. Predominantly mid-century detached homes on consistent 7,000 square foot lots, with a growing number of custom builds reflecting the neighbourhood's ongoing renewal.
Capilano New Construction Newly built and recently completed homes within Capilano. Custom builds on redeveloped lots featuring contemporary design, modern finishes, and full warranty protection.
Capilano is a predominantly detached neighbourhood with one of the more consistent lot profiles in North Vancouver — the majority of residential lots run approximately 7,000 square feet, which gives the neighbourhood a uniformity that makes comparable sales analysis more straightforward than in areas with wider variation. That consistency also means buyers know what they are getting: a standard lot, a quiet residential street, and a property that competes directly against a clear set of neighbours.
The housing stock tells two stories. The first is the original mid-century inventory — homes from the 1940s through the 1970s, typically running 1,700 to 2,800 square feet, that represent the neighbourhood's character base and its most accessible price points. These homes attract a range of buyers: families who want a livable home in the Carson Graham catchment at a realistic price, renovators looking for a project, and builders who see the consistent lot size as a reliable foundation for redevelopment. The second story is the newer construction — custom builds from the last decade that have replaced a growing number of originals and pushed the upper end of the Capilano price range well above $3 million.
Transaction volume in Capilano is among the stronger of the mid-district North Vancouver neighbourhoods, which means buyers generally have real choices and sellers can anchor their pricing to a meaningful body of comparable sales.
Capilano sellers benefit from one of the more liquid markets in mid-district North Vancouver. With consistent lot sizes and a steady volume of comparable transactions, pricing a Capilano home is a more grounded exercise than in lower-volume neighbourhoods — but it still requires precision. The gap between an original mid-century home and a newer custom build on the same street can be substantial, and buyers are well-informed enough to price that gap correctly.
The key variables in a Capilano listing are condition, floorplan, and finish quality. Original homes that have been well maintained and thoughtfully updated consistently outperform those that have been left as-is. Newer custom builds compete directly against each other and need to be priced against recent new-build comparables rather than the broader neighbourhood average.
The Carson Graham catchment is a consistent drawing card at the table. We know this neighbourhood well and we know the buyers who shop it. If you are considering selling, start with a proper evaluation.
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The MLS Home Price Index Benchmark for Capilano detached homes, as reported by Greater Vancouver REALTORS, reflects the neighbourhood's position as a mid-range North Vancouver detached area with consistent demand driven by the school catchments, lot size uniformity, and practical location.
Pricing in Capilano spans a meaningful range — from original mid-century homes at the entry level through to large custom builds at the premium end — but the core of the market is well-defined. The most active price range reflects the neighbourhood's original housing stock: updated and well-maintained homes on standard lots within the Carson Graham catchment.
For current benchmark figures, see the Market Update section below. For an accurate sense of where your specific property sits within the Capilano range, a home evaluation is the right starting point.
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Market Update — February 2026
The Capilano MLS Home Price Index Benchmark for detached homes is $2,188,500 as of February 2026, a change of -5.8% year over year.
Across North Vancouver detached as a whole, the benchmark sits at $2,031,700 in February 2026, also down year over year. Active listings have increased compared to the same period last year, and the sales-to-active ratio for North Vancouver detached sits at 13.7% — placing the overall market in buyer's market territory. Capilano, with its consistent lot sizes and steady transaction volume, reflects those broader conditions while maintaining its position as one of the mid-district's more reliably active markets.
Source: Greater Vancouver REALTORS
Capilano Road is the main artery through the neighbourhood, running north-south and connecting residents directly to the Upper Levels Highway and Park Royal to the south. Properties along and just off Capilano Road have the most straightforward access to the broader North Shore and downtown Vancouver, and the corridor captures the full range of what the neighbourhood offers — from original mid-century homes to substantially renovated properties and newer custom builds.
Paisley Drive is the connective thread of the neighbourhood — the street that feeds into Capilano's quieter cul-de-sacs and residential pockets, and the gateway to Murdo Frazer Park. Buyers who find their way onto Paisley and its branching side streets often discover a level of quiet and seclusion that surprises them given how close everything is. It is the kind of address where children grow up playing on low-traffic streets and families walk to the park without crossing anything resembling a main road.
Ridgewood Drive connects the residential heart of Capilano directly into Edgemont Village — which means residents here get the best of both worlds. Walk north for the trails and the canyon; walk south along Ridgewood and you are into the cafes, shops, and everyday amenities of Edgemont Boulevard within minutes. For buyers who do not want to give up the walkability that Edgemont is known for, Ridgewood and its connecting streets are often the answer.
Wallace Green Real Estate Group are among the most active teams selling homes in Capilano and the surrounding upper District of North Vancouver neighbourhoods. Scott and Carson have been selling on the North Shore since 2018 and know this pocket of the market well — the streets, the price ranges, and the specific buyers who are looking here.
If you are curious about what homes have sold for recently in Capilano, or want to understand how your property compares to recent transactions, reach out directly. That conversation is always free.
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Capilano sits at the intersection of two things North Shore buyers consistently seek: access to nature and access to strong schools. Capilano Regional Park, one of the most visited parks in Canada, begins virtually at the neighbourhood's doorstep. The Capilano River Trail, the Cleveland Dam, and the network of forested hiking routes that connect north toward Grouse Mountain are all within walking distance of most addresses here. For a family that wants to walk out the front door and be in genuine wilderness within minutes, few neighbourhoods in Greater Vancouver deliver as directly.
Day-to-day convenience is anchored by Park Royal Shopping Centre, approximately ten minutes south, which provides a full range of retail, dining, and services. The Upper Levels Highway puts residents within easy reach of downtown Vancouver, West Vancouver, and the rest of the North Shore. Public transit connections exist via Capilano Road, though most residents find a car useful given the neighbourhood's position away from the commercial core.
The community itself has a quiet, residential character that is distinct from the more urban feel of the Lonsdale corridor. Streets are generally calm, green space is abundant, and there is a sense of permanence to the neighbourhood that newer developments elsewhere cannot replicate.
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Schools Serving Capilano
Capilano falls within a broad range of school catchments including Carson Graham and Handsworth Secondary . Elementary schools in the area include Cleveland, Capilano and Highlands Elementary. Catchment boundaries should always be confirmed directly with School District 44, as they can change.
Capilano tends to attract buyers who are deliberate about where they live. The neighbourhood is well suited to families with school-age children who have prioritized the Handsworth Secondary catchment and want a home with genuine outdoor access from day one. It also appeals strongly to buyers who have outgrown smaller properties elsewhere on the North Shore and are looking for more space, more privacy, and a lot they can grow into.
Outdoor-focused households — hikers, trail runners, cyclists, kayakers who use the Capilano River — find that the neighbourhood integrates their lifestyle into daily life in a way that is difficult to match. Buyers who want a quiet, established neighbourhood with a real sense of community and low transient turnover also find Capilano fits.
Capilano is likely not the right fit for buyers who want walkable access to restaurants, cafes, and nightlife, or those who depend entirely on transit. The neighbourhood requires a car for most errands, and the commercial offerings immediately nearby are limited. Buyers seeking new construction at scale will also find limited options — the neighbourhood is largely built out, and new product tends to be individual custom builds on existing lots rather than development projects.
Capilano vs Edgemont Edgemont sits directly to the north and is the neighbourhood Capilano is most frequently associated with — many buyers find Capilano while searching Edgemont and recognize that the two areas share far more than separates them. Both are in the Handsworth Secondary catchment, both offer large detached lots and established streets, and both have immediate access to the Capilano River trail network. The defining distinction is the village: Edgemont Boulevard gives Edgemont a walkable commercial core with cafes, retail, and daily services that Capilano does not have. Buyers who need that walkability tend to stretch to Edgemont; those who are happy without it often find Capilano represents strong value for the same fundamental lifestyle. Explore Edgemont →
Capilano vs Canyon Heights NV Canyon Heights sits to the north and shares many of the same fundamentals — large lots, established streets, the Handsworth catchment, and proximity to Grouse Mountain trails. Both are highly regarded detached neighbourhoods with a quiet residential character. The main distinction is elevation and access: Canyon Heights sits higher on the mountain, with even more immediate trail access and a slightly more secluded feel. Buyers who prioritize space, privacy, and a quieter setting often find both neighbourhoods equally compelling. Explore Canyon Heights →
Capilano vs Grouse Woods Grouse Woods is a smaller, tightly held pocket a few minutes north, often sharing school catchments and lifestyle characteristics with Capilano. Inventory is extremely limited — it is one of the most difficult North Shore neighbourhoods to buy into, and homes here rarely come to market. Buyers drawn to Capilano for its nature access and quiet character often look at Grouse Woods as a parallel option when something becomes available. Explore Grouse Woods →
Capilano vs Pemberton Heights Pemberton Heights sits directly to the south and is the other neighbourhood that bookends Capilano geographically. It shares a similar era of housing stock and a quiet residential character, but trades the canyon proximity and upper-elevation feel of Capilano for a flatter, more accessible streetscape and a slightly more connected position relative to the Lonsdale corridor. Pemberton Heights tends to come in at a similar price point to Capilano, making it a natural comparison for buyers who want the established North Shore character. Explore Pemberton Heights →
Capilano vs Upper Lonsdale Upper Lonsdale offers a different proposition — closer to the Lonsdale Avenue commercial spine and more connected to the urban character of the Lonsdale corridor. It trades the river and canyon immediacy of Capilano for greater walkability and more convenient transit access. Buyers who want a balance between urban convenience and established neighbourhood feel often find Upper Lonsdale a natural comparison point, particularly at a lower price threshold. Explore Upper Lonsdale →
Many buyers searching for Capilano are really searching for Handsworth. The following neighbourhoods also fall within the Handsworth Secondary catchment, each offering its own character and price positioning for families who want to stay within the school district.
Edgemont Real Estate → The most recognized Handsworth catchment neighbourhood, built around the walkable village core of Edgemont Boulevard. A slightly higher price point than Capilano on average, with the trade-off of daily amenities within walking distance and one of the most established community identities on the North Shore.
Canyon Heights Real Estate → Large lots and quiet residential streets sitting at higher elevation, immediately north of Capilano. A comparable lifestyle with strong outdoor access and an established family character, often at a similar price point.
Forest Hills Real Estate → A smaller, tightly held pocket known for its privacy and proximity to the forest. Homes come to market infrequently, and the neighbourhood attracts buyers who prioritize seclusion and natural surroundings above all else.
Grouse Woods Real Estate → One of the most tightly held pockets on the entire North Shore. Sharing school catchments and lifestyle characteristics with Capilano, with extremely limited inventory and very few homes trading in any given year.
Catchment boundaries should always be confirmed directly with School District 44, as they can change.
What is the MLS HPI Benchmark Price for a detached home in Capilano?
The MLS HPI Benchmark Price for Capilano detached homes is published monthly by Greater Vancouver REALTORS and is updated in the Market Update section of this page. Capilano typically sits below the Edgemont benchmark to the north, which is part of what draws buyers who want the same school catchment and lifestyle at a more accessible price. Individual properties vary considerably depending on lot size, condition, outlook, and renovation scope — contact Scott and Carson for a current assessment of a specific property.
What secondary school serves Capilano?
Capilano sits at the boundary of two secondary school catchments — Handsworth Secondary and Carson Graham Secondary. Which school applies to a specific property depends on its exact location within the neighbourhood. Buyers who have a school preference should confirm the catchment for any specific address directly with School District 44 before purchasing, as boundaries can change.
Is Capilano a good neighbourhood for families?
Yes. Capilano is consistently sought out by families specifically because of its access to both the Handsworth Secondary and Carson Graham Secondary catchments depending on exact address, the proximity to Capilano Regional Park, and the quiet, established residential character of the neighbourhood. The large lot sizes and detached housing stock suit families with children well.
How close is Capilano to downtown Vancouver?
Most addresses in Capilano are approximately 20 to 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver by car, depending on traffic and the specific route. The Lions Gate Bridge is the primary crossing, with the Upper Levels Highway providing access west toward West Vancouver or east toward other parts of North Vancouver.
What types of homes are available in Capilano?
The neighbourhood is predominantly single-family detached. Homes range from original mid-century builds to substantially renovated properties and newer custom homes. A small number of condos and ground-oriented units exist but are limited in supply. Townhome development is minimal.
What makes Capilano different from Edgemont?
Both neighbourhoods share the Handsworth Secondary catchment and a detached-home character, but Capilano is defined more by its river and canyon proximity, while Edgemont has a walkable village core along Edgemont Boulevard with cafes, retail, and daily services. Buyers often choose between them based on whether walkable amenities or direct nature access is the higher priority.
Does Capilano have transit access?
Bus service runs along Capilano Road and connects to the wider North Vancouver transit network. Most residents find a vehicle useful for day-to-day life, as the neighbourhood is not walking distance to major commercial areas. Park Royal Shopping Centre is the nearest significant retail hub, approximately ten minutes south by car.
How long do homes typically stay on the market in Capilano?
Capilano is a low-inventory neighbourhood where well-priced, well-presented homes can move quickly. The exact timeline varies with market conditions and is best discussed with Scott and Carson, who have current insight into how specific properties are performing. See the Market Update section of this page for the latest sales-to-active data across North Vancouver.
Scott Wallace and Carson Green have been North Shore specialists since 2018, with 350 or more homes sold since 2020. Both have earned Medallion Club recognition consistently and hold Master Award and Top Producer recognition from Oakwyn Realty. Oakwyn Realty's North Vancouver office ranked number one in total units sold on the North Shore in 2025.
If you are buying or selling in Capilano, Scott and Carson bring local transaction depth, careful pricing analysis, and a genuine commitment to getting the result right.
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