Upper Lonsdale is one of North Vancouver's most balanced residential neighbourhoods. Sitting higher up the slope above the busier corridors below, it offers the kind of quiet, established family living that is hard to find this close to everything. City and ocean views from west facing properties, safe residential streets, and quick access to both mountain trails and the Lonsdale corridor make it a neighbourhood that consistently attracts buyers looking for long term livability over short term flash.
The area draws families, professionals, and move up buyers who want space, strong school catchments, and a residential feel without giving up convenience. Real estate in Upper Lonsdale is defined by a genuine mix of older homes, renovated properties, and newer builds, many with redevelopment potential, steady demand, and a buyer profile that tends to move in and stay.
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Upper Lonsdale Homes Under $2M The entry point into Upper Lonsdale detached ownership. Original homes on standard lots, many with renovation or redevelopment potential. Strong school catchments at a more accessible price.
Upper Lonsdale Homes $2M to $2.5M The most active price range in Upper Lonsdale, where the majority of transactions happen. Renovated homes and well presented properties on established streets within strong school catchments.
Upper Lonsdale Homes $2.5M to $3.5M Premium renovations and newer builds on generous lots. High quality finishes, strong street positioning, and established neighbourhood character.
Upper Lonsdale Homes $3.5M to $5M Architectural quality homes on some of Upper Lonsdale's finest lots. Custom builds and significant renovations with exceptional finishes, scale, and views.
Upper Lonsdale by Property Type
Upper Lonsdale Half Duplexes Newer construction at a more accessible price point than fully detached. Strong demand when available, particularly from families stepping up from condos or townhomes.
Upper Lonsdale Townhomes Limited supply and tightly held. Ideal for downsizers or families seeking established neighbourhood access without the maintenance of a detached property.
Upper Lonsdale Condos A smaller segment of the Upper Lonsdale market, offering accessible entry points into the neighbourhood with lower maintenance living.
Upper Lonsdale New Construction Newly built and recently completed homes within Upper Lonsdale. Custom builds and redeveloped lots featuring contemporary design and modern finishes.
Upper Lonsdale's housing market is defined by detached single family homes on established residential streets, with a genuine mix of original character homes from the early 1900s through the 1960s, thoughtful renovations from the 1970s onward, and high quality newer builds that have emerged over the past decade. Many lots offer lane access and redevelopment potential, which continues to attract builders alongside traditional family buyers.
The neighbourhood sees strong annual transaction activity, making it one of North Vancouver's more liquid detached markets. The most active price range falls between $1,500,000 and $2,500,000, where the majority of sales concentrate. That said, premium properties on view lots and newer custom builds regularly trade above $3,000,000.
Lot sizes vary, with a typical range of roughly 4,000 to 8,000 square feet, though select properties sit on considerably larger parcels. The neighbourhood's sloped topography means west facing homes often enjoy city and ocean views, which meaningfully impacts pricing and buyer interest on a street by street basis.
Demand is driven primarily by families seeking a quiet, residential setting with strong school catchments at Carisbrooke Elementary, Braemar Elementary, and Sutherland Secondary. Move up buyers from Central Lonsdale and Lower Lonsdale are strongly represented, drawn by the step up in space, privacy, and residential quiet. Buyers here tend to be long term oriented, placing significant weight on lot potential, views, street positioning, and proximity to schools.
The neighbourhood attracts a different buyer than the busier corridors below. Less urban lifestyle, more long term livability. People who move to Upper Lonsdale tend to stay.
Thinking of Selling Your Upper Lonsdale Home?
Upper Lonsdale's combination of strong school catchments, redevelopment potential, and steady demand from families and move up buyers consistently rewards sellers who price strategically and present well. The neighbourhood's elevated positioning and residential character attract serious buyers who have often been searching the area for months before the right property comes to market.
Wallace Green Real Estate Group has deep experience selling homes throughout Upper Lonsdale. We understand what buyers in this neighbourhood prioritize: views, lot potential, construction quality, street positioning, and school catchment. That local intelligence directly informs how we price, present, and market every property we list here.
Whether you are considering a move in the near term or simply want to understand what your home is worth in today's market, we provide honest, data informed guidance with no obligation.
Upper Lonsdale offers strong value relative to many of North Vancouver's higher profile detached markets. The MLS HPI Benchmark Price as of February 2026 is $1,992,200, sitting just below the North Vancouver detached average of $2,031,700. For buyers seeking established residential character, views, and strong school catchments, Upper Lonsdale consistently delivers more home for the dollar than upper mountain neighbourhoods like Edgemont or Canyon Heights.
Pricing spans a genuine range. Original homes on standard lots provide the accessible end of the market, while renovated properties, newer builds, and view lots trade well above the benchmark. A meaningful number of transactions have exceeded $3,000,000 in recent years, reflecting the neighbourhood's depth at the upper end alongside its broader family housing appeal.
Pricing is driven by views, lot size and redevelopment potential, construction quality and era, and street positioning. West facing properties with city and ocean exposure command a consistent premium. For a current, property specific valuation, contact our team directly.
Upper Lonsdale's detached benchmark of $1,992,200 as of February 2026 sits just below the North Vancouver average of $2,031,700, reflecting the neighbourhood's strong value positioning relative to higher priced mountain communities. The benchmark has declined 9.6% year over year, broadly in line with the North Vancouver detached market which has adjusted 8.5% over the same period.
Upper Lonsdale recorded 6 detached sales against 31 active listings in February, placing the local market in buyer's market territory. The townhome segment recorded 2 sales against 1 active listing, with a benchmark of $967,300, down 12.9% year over year. The condo segment recorded 2 sales against 6 active listings, with a benchmark of $662,400, down 5.2% year over year.
Well priced homes continue to attract interest within a reasonable timeframe, particularly properties with views, strong lot potential, or quality renovations. Homes listed above competitive pricing tend to sit considerably longer. The current environment rewards sellers who price strategically and present their properties well.
Benchmark pricing sourced from Greater Vancouver REALTORS February 2026 report. Update this section monthly when the new report is released.
Upper Lonsdale's character varies meaningfully across its different streets and elevations. Understanding these micro locations is essential to making a well informed decision, whether buying or selling.
W Queens Road and W Kings Road Two of Upper Lonsdale's most active and established residential streets. Both run east to west across the neighbourhood and offer a genuine cross section of the housing stock, from original mid century homes through to quality renovations and newer builds. The elevated positioning provides city and ocean views on many west facing properties, and these streets consistently see strong transaction activity.
Lonsdale Avenue, Upper Corridor The commercial heart of the neighbourhood, where cafes, restaurants, and local shops create a village feel. Properties immediately adjacent to upper Lonsdale Avenue benefit from the strongest walkability in the neighbourhood. The corridor continues to evolve with new development adding modern housing stock alongside the established character.
E 26th and E 27th Streets The eastern side of Upper Lonsdale, offering a quieter residential feel with slightly more accessible pricing. These streets attract families seeking the neighbourhood's school catchments and residential character at a more manageable entry point. Many properties here sit on lots with lane access and redevelopment potential.
St. Georges Avenue and Calder Avenue Running north to south through the neighbourhood, these avenues provide a mix of eras and price points. Newer builds and significant renovations sit alongside original homes, and the streets benefit from a mature tree canopy and established residential character. Properties along these avenues offer a balance of convenience and quiet that defines the Upper Lonsdale lifestyle.
W 28th Street and W Windsor Road The upper reaches of the neighbourhood, where larger lots and greater elevation provide some of Upper Lonsdale's best views and most private settings. Homes here tend to sit on more generous parcels, and the quieter, more secluded character attracts buyers who want the neighbourhood's fundamentals with an added sense of separation from the busier streets below.
Wallace Green Real Estate Group has a proven track record of results throughout Upper Lonsdale. Our deep familiarity with the neighbourhood's micro locations, buyer profiles, and pricing dynamics translates directly into stronger outcomes for our clients.
Our complete sales history across North Vancouver is available on our Our Sales page. To discuss how we would approach the sale of your specific Upper Lonsdale property, contact Scott or Carson directl
Life in Upper Lonsdale is defined by its balance. Close enough to everything that matters, quiet enough to feel like home. The neighbourhood sits above the busier corridors of Central and Lower Lonsdale, offering a residential calm that is hard to find this close to the city, while keeping shops, restaurants, transit, and schools all within a short drive.
The upper Lonsdale Avenue corridor provides everyday conveniences including cafes, restaurants, and local shops. For broader shopping needs, the full commercial stretch of Lonsdale Avenue and Park Royal are both easily accessible. Transit connections along Lonsdale provide access to the SeaBus and downtown Vancouver, though the neighbourhood is more car oriented than the lower corridors.
Families are drawn to the area for its strong public school catchments, including Carisbrooke Elementary, Braemar Elementary, and Sutherland Secondary, all well regarded within School District 44. School proximity plays a central role in the neighbourhood's long term stability and desirability.
Outdoor access is a major draw. Carisbrooke Park is within the neighbourhood, and the North Shore's mountain trail networks, including access to Grouse Mountain and the Baden Powell Trail, are a short drive away. The neighbourhood's elevated position means many residents enjoy city, ocean, and mountain views from their own homes, adding a daily connection to the natural surroundings that defines North Shore living.
Beyond the practical conveniences, Upper Lonsdale offers something harder to quantify. Mature trees, generous lots, safe streets, and a community of long term residents create a sense of permanence and belonging. It is the kind of neighbourhood where people move in and stay, and that stability is a large part of what makes it work.
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Upper Lonsdale appeals primarily to families and professionals seeking long term livability in a quiet, established residential setting without sacrificing access to the rest of the North Shore. It is the kind of neighbourhood that consistently attracts buyers who have outgrown the busier corridors below and want more space, more privacy, and a different pace of daily life.
Move up buyers from Central Lonsdale and Lower Lonsdale are strongly represented. These are often families stepping out of condos or townhomes into their first detached home, drawn by the larger lots, residential quiet, and strong catchments at Carisbrooke Elementary, Braemar Elementary, and Sutherland Secondary.
Builders and investors are also active in Upper Lonsdale, attracted by lots with lane access and redevelopment potential. The neighbourhood's mix of older homes on well positioned lots creates ongoing opportunity for new construction alongside the established housing stock.
Downsizers seeking to remain in the area occasionally find opportunities in the limited townhome and condo inventory, though these are infrequent and tend to attract strong interest when they come to market.
Buyers who prioritize waterfront living, urban walkability, or a vibrant condo lifestyle will generally find stronger alignment in neighbourhoods such as Lower Lonsdale or Central Lonsdale. Buyers who want larger lots and mountain proximity at a higher price point often look at Edgemont or Canyon Heights. Upper Lonsdale sits in the sweet spot between city access and North Shore lifestyle, and that balance is exactly why people who move here tend to stay.
Buyers who are drawn to Upper Lonsdale often consider the following areas as part of their search. Understanding the distinctions can help clarify where your priorities are best served.
Upper Lonsdale vs Central Lonsdale Central Lonsdale sits lower on the hill with stronger walkability to the commercial corridor, more condo and townhome inventory, and better transit access. Upper Lonsdale offers larger lots, a quieter residential setting, and city and ocean views on many properties. Buyers who want urban convenience and housing diversity tend toward Central Lonsdale, while those who prioritize space, quiet, and long term livability often prefer Upper Lonsdale. Explore Central Lonsdale
Upper Lonsdale vs Pemberton Heights Both neighbourhoods offer established residential character, generous lots, and strong school catchments. Pemberton Heights sits west of the Lonsdale corridor with a slightly different feel and access to the Capilano Elementary and Carson Graham Secondary catchments. Upper Lonsdale offers more regular transaction volume, a broader price range, and stronger views on select properties. Buyers choosing between the two are often weighing school catchment preferences alongside street character and lot potential. Explore Pemberton Heights
Upper Lonsdale vs Delbrook Delbrook sits immediately to the north, offering a quieter, more purely residential character with some of the largest home sizes on the North Shore. Upper Lonsdale provides closer access to the Lonsdale commercial corridor and a more active transaction market. Buyers who want maximum square footage and a secluded feel often look at Delbrook, while those who want a balance of convenience and residential character tend toward Upper Lonsdale. Explore Delbrook
Upper Lonsdale vs Edgemont Edgemont is one of North Vancouver's most established neighbourhoods with the highest detached benchmark and a walkable village hub at Edgemont Village. Upper Lonsdale offers a more accessible entry point with comparable lot sizes and strong school catchments within a different school district. Buyers choosing between the two are often weighing price accessibility and Lonsdale corridor access against village walkability and proximity to Grouse Mountain. Explore Edgemont
Is Upper Lonsdale a good area for families?
Yes. Upper Lonsdale is widely considered one of North Vancouver's strongest family neighbourhoods. Quiet residential streets, generous lots, and strong public school catchments at Carisbrooke Elementary, Braemar Elementary, and Sutherland Secondary make it especially attractive to households planning long term ownership. The neighbourhood's safe, community driven character and proximity to parks and trails further support everyday family life.
What schools serve Upper Lonsdale?
Upper Lonsdale is primarily served by Carisbrooke Elementary and Braemar Elementary at the elementary level, and Sutherland Secondary for high school. These schools are consistently sought after by North Vancouver families and are a significant driver of housing demand within the neighbourhood. Catchment boundaries should always be confirmed directly with School District 44, as they can change.
What is the average price of a home in Upper Lonsdale?
The MLS HPI Benchmark Price for Upper Lonsdale detached homes is reported in the Market Update section of this page, which is updated monthly using data from Greater Vancouver REALTORS. Pricing ranges from original homes with renovation potential at the accessible end to premium newer builds and view properties well above the benchmark. For a current, property specific estimate, contact our team.
What types of homes are in Upper Lonsdale?
Upper Lonsdale is predominantly a detached home neighbourhood. The housing stock spans original character homes from the early 1900s through the 1960s, renovated properties from the 1970s onward, and high quality newer builds. Limited townhome and condo inventory also exists. Many lots offer lane access and redevelopment potential, which attracts builders alongside traditional family buyers.
How competitive is the Upper Lonsdale housing market?
Upper Lonsdale is one of North Vancouver's more active detached markets, with steady transaction volume throughout the year. Well priced homes, particularly those with views or strong lot potential, typically sell within three to four weeks during active market conditions. Homes listed above competitive pricing tend to sit considerably longer. The neighbourhood rewards pricing discipline across all segments.
Is Upper Lonsdale walkable?
Upper Lonsdale is more car oriented than the lower Lonsdale corridors, but the upper stretch of Lonsdale Avenue provides cafes, restaurants, and local shops within the neighbourhood. For broader shopping and transit, the full Lonsdale corridor and SeaBus terminal are a short drive down the hill. The tradeoff is intentional: less walkability, but more space, privacy, and quiet.
What is the difference between Upper Lonsdale and Central Lonsdale?
Central Lonsdale sits lower on the hill with stronger walkability, more condo and townhome inventory, and better transit access. Upper Lonsdale offers larger lots, a quieter residential setting, and city and ocean views on many properties. Central Lonsdale appeals to buyers who want urban convenience and housing diversity, while Upper Lonsdale attracts those who prioritize space, quiet, and long term livability.
Is Upper Lonsdale a good long term investment?
Upper Lonsdale has demonstrated consistent value retention through multiple market cycles, supported by strong school catchment demand, steady buyer interest from families and move up purchasers, and a housing stock that offers genuine redevelopment potential. The fundamentals that drive desirability here, views, lot sizes, school access, and residential character, are structural rather than trend dependent. As with any real estate decision, we recommend speaking with our team to understand current market conditions before making any decisions.
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