Capilano NV Homes for Sale
Forest-adjacent detached along the east bank of the Capilano River canyon, also known locally as Capilano Highlands: larger lots (8,000 to 12,000+ sq ft), canyon and forest views, and the Capilano Elementary + Carson Graham Secondary catchment. More rural-feeling than Pemberton Heights, closer to Cleveland Dam. Browse current MLS® listings, or read the Edgemont & Capilano living guide.
Capilano NV (also known locally as Capilano Highlands) sits west of Pemberton Heights, hugging the east bank of the Capilano River canyon, with Cleveland Dam and the Capilano Suspension Bridge nearby. This V7P neighbourhood is the forest-adjacent detached pocket of the Edgemont & Capilano area, with larger lots than Pemberton Heights and meaningful canyon or forest views from many addresses. Anchored by Capilano Elementary and Carson Graham Secondary. SD44 schools serve the area.
Latest Homes for Sale in Capilano NV, North Vancouver
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Search by NeighbourhoodNorth Vancouver's Six Regional Areas
TopCapilano NV sits inside the Edgemont & Capilano area. North Vancouver's 35 MLS sub-areas organise into six regional areas, each with a different character, price band, and housing mix. Click into any area to read the living guide, browse the area's listings, or pull up market data.
Lonsdale Corridor
9 sub-areas from the SeaBus terminal up the slope. Most condo and townhome inventory in North Van; strongest transit access. Lower Lonsdale, Central Lonsdale, Upper Lonsdale, Hamilton, Boulevard, Calverhall, Tempe, Mosquito Creek, Harbourside.
Edgemont & Capilano
10 sub-areas on North Van's west side, east of the Capilano River, anchored by Edgemont Village. Predominantly detached, established residential streets, family-village character. Canyon Heights, Forest Hills, Pemberton Heights NV, Norgate, Capilano NV, Delbrook, Upper Delbrook, Braemar.
Lynn Valley & Central DNV
6 sub-areas around Lynn Creek and Lynn Valley Centre. Family-oriented, parks-adjacent, newer townhome developments. Westlynn, Westlynn Terrace, Windsor Park, Princess Park.
Seymour Corridor
5 sub-areas climbing into the Mount Seymour foothills. Blueridge, Northlands, Grouse Woods, Woodlands-Sunshine-Cascade, Seymour. Outdoor-lifestyle households; mountain biking and skiing close to home.
Deep Cove & Dollarton
3 sub-areas at the eastern edge of the District. Coastal village energy, kayaking and paddleboarding hub, Quarry Rock trail. Deep Cove, Dollarton waterfront, Roche Point.
Indian Arm Waterfront
2 sub-areas extending into the Indian Arm fjord. A distinctive, mostly boat-access waterfront market. Cabins and custom builds reached by private boat, water taxi, or floatplane.
Why Capilano NVFour Reasons Buyers Land in Capilano NV
TopForest-Adjacent Privacy
Many addresses back onto Capilano River Regional Park or hug the canyon edge, delivering forest privacy that's hard to find in central NV. Canyon views and rich tree canopy define the streetscape. More
Larger Lots than Pemberton
Typical lots run 8,000 to 12,000+ sq ft, with some canyon-edge or forest-adjacent properties exceeding that. Larger than Pemberton Heights with similar overall pricing structure. More
Carson Graham Catchment
SD44 catchment includes Capilano Elementary and Carson Graham Secondary, a strong public secondary with the Hockey Skills Academy. Same catchment as Pemberton Heights and Norgate. More
Canyon & Park Access
Cleveland Dam, Capilano Suspension Bridge, and Capilano River Regional Park trails are within walking or short drive distance. Hiking, salmon-spawning observation, and forest trails just outside the door. More
Current MarketCapilano NV Market Context, April 2026
TopCapilano NV sits in the upper-mid tier of the NV detached market, with pricing driven by lot size, canyon proximity, and forest-adjacent privacy. The numbers below reflect Greater Vancouver REALTORS® benchmarks for North Vancouver as a whole, with Capilano NV-specific notes. For full segment analysis, see the Capilano NV market page or the latest North Shore market update.
North Vancouver by the Numbers
Source: Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR), April 2026. MLS® HPI benchmarks reflect a typical home for each property type across the North Van market.
The Honest Trade-OffsWhen Capilano NV May Not Be the Right Fit
TopCapilano NV is genuinely well-suited to buyers wanting forest-adjacent detached on larger lots with Carson Graham catchment. It is not the right neighbourhood for everyone. Below are patterns where buyers typically belong elsewhere.
Consider a Different Sub-Area If:
- You want the Highlands + Handsworth catchment: Capilano NV falls into Capilano Elementary + Carson Graham Secondary. For Highlands + Handsworth, look at Edgemont, Forest Hills, or Canyon Heights.
- You want condo or townhome inventory: Capilano NV is detached only at $2.5M+ entry. No multi-family. The Norgate sibling sub-area has townhomes and condos at much more accessible entry pricing.
- Walkable village amenities matter: Capilano NV is forest-adjacent and removed from commercial centres. Nearest village amenities are at Edgemont (5 to 10 min drive) or Park Royal (8 to 12 min drive). For walkable lifestyle, Edgemont proper or Lower Lonsdale work better.
- You want active street-front community feel: Capilano NV is quieter and more private than even Pemberton Heights, with many properties backing onto the canyon. For more community energy and street-front interaction, Edgemont proper or Lynn Valley work better.
Comparing Your OptionsCapilano NV vs. Other North Vancouver Sub-Areas
TopCapilano NV is one of 10 sub-areas inside the Edgemont & Capilano area. Here is how it compares to the closest alternatives buyers typically shortlist.
vs. Pemberton Heights
Sibling sub-area east of Capilano NV with same Carson Graham catchment. Pemberton for heritage character on smaller lots in more amenity-adjacent residential setting; Capilano NV for forest-adjacent larger lots with canyon proximity.
vs. Norgate
Sibling sub-area south of Capilano NV with multi-family inventory. Same Carson Graham catchment. Norgate for accessible townhome/condo entry; Capilano NV for forest-adjacent detached at $2.5M+.
vs. Forest Hills
Forest Hills sits on the east side of the area with Highlands and Handsworth catchment, larger lots, partial city views. Forest Hills for the premier school catchment and view orientation; Capilano NV for forest-adjacent quiet with the Carson Graham catchment.
vs. Lions Bay & Howe Sound
Lions Bay is a separate municipality further north along Sea-to-Sky with coastal/marine setting and much longer commute. Lions Bay for genuine coastal village separation; Capilano NV for forest-adjacent character with practical Lions Gate Bridge access.
Common QuestionsBuying in Capilano NV: What to Know
TopSix common questions at the start of a Capilano NV home search. For broader Edgemont & Capilano context, see the Edgemont & Capilano area page.
How much does a home cost in Capilano NV, North Vancouver?
As of April 2026, the Greater Vancouver REALTORS® detached benchmark for North Vancouver is $2.03 million. Capilano NV (also known locally as Capilano Highlands) sits in the upper-mid tier of the NV detached market driven by forest-adjacent lots, canyon views, and the Carson Graham catchment. Most typical detached homes fall in a range of roughly $2.5 to $4 million depending on lot size, view orientation, and renovation status. Larger view lots along the canyon or newer custom builds can exceed $4.5 million. Capilano NV is detached only; no condo or townhome inventory.
Why is this neighbourhood called Capilano NV?
We use "Capilano NV" to disambiguate from other "Capilano" references in Metro Vancouver. The neighbourhood is also known locally as "Capilano Highlands" on some real estate listings. It's distinct from: (a) Capilano in West Vancouver (the Capilano-adjacent pockets around the river's west bank), (b) the Capilano University area (further north near the mountains), and (c) general "Capilano" as a geographic name covering the broader river corridor. Capilano NV specifically refers to the detached residential neighbourhood on the east bank of the Capilano River canyon, within the Edgemont & Capilano area in North Vancouver.
How is Capilano NV different from Pemberton Heights?
Both share the Capilano Elementary and Carson Graham Secondary catchment. The differences are character and lot size. Pemberton Heights is heritage-character residential with established 1940s-1960s homes on 5,500 to 8,000 sq ft lots, more amenity-adjacent and street-grid feeling. Capilano NV is forest-adjacent with larger lots (often 8,000 to 12,000+ sq ft), more rural-feeling, closer to the Capilano River canyon and Cleveland Dam. Capilano NV tends to attract buyers wanting forest privacy; Pemberton tends to attract heritage-character commuters. Pricing tracks roughly comparable.
What schools serve Capilano NV?
Capilano NV falls within School District 44 (SD44) and is anchored by Capilano Elementary and Carson Graham Secondary, the same catchment as Pemberton Heights and Norgate. Carson Graham is a strong public secondary with the Hockey Skills Academy program and solid academic results. Capilano Elementary serves the area. Catchments are assigned by address and can shift over time, so confirm the current catchment for any specific property directly with SD44.
What is the downtown commute from Capilano NV?
Capilano NV commuters typically use the Lions Gate Bridge via Marine Drive. Off-peak, the drive is 18 to 28 minutes to downtown, comparable to Pemberton Heights. Peak hours typically add 15 to 30 minutes. The forest-adjacent location means a slightly longer drive within the area to reach Marine Drive versus Norgate or south Pemberton, but bridge access is fast once you're on Marine Drive. Some Capilano NV residents work from home given the rural-feeling setting. See the North Shore commute guide.
What kind of homes are typical in Capilano NV?
Capilano NV is predominantly detached single-family with character ranging from 1950s-1960s post-war originals to 1980s-2000s rebuilds and newer custom builds. Lot sizes typically run 8,000 to 12,000+ square feet, with some larger forest-adjacent or canyon-view lots exceeding that. Many properties back onto Capilano River Regional Park or have forest privacy. The area sees ongoing renovation and custom rebuild activity. No multi-family inventory; this is detached only.
Your North Shore REALTOR®About Paul Fraser
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Personal Real Estate Corporation · Oakwyn Realty Ltd.
Paul Fraser is a North Vancouver-based REALTOR® who brings an energetic, grounded, and refreshingly human approach to the real estate process. A long-time North Shore resident, Paul, his wife Keri, and their bulldogs Charlie and Tina have happily settled into the neighbourhood after living across several Vancouver communities, which gives him firsthand perspective on what makes each pocket of the North Shore tick.
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