West Bay Homes for Sale
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West Bay is the westernmost WVSS-catchment sub-area within the Westmount, Altamont & Bayridge area, sitting in V7V near the boundary with the coastal western Caulfeild & Eagle Harbour area. Predominantly detached single-family on coastal slopes with established residential character. West Bay Elementary sits at the heart of the neighbourhood as the local catchment elementary, with WVSS as the feeding secondary. The position is distinctive: WVSS IB Diploma access at the western boundary of the WVSS catchment. SD45 serves the area through West Vancouver Secondary (WVSS) catchment.
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Search by NeighbourhoodWest Vancouver's Six Regional Areas
TopWest Bay sits inside the Westmount, Altamont & Bayridge area. West Vancouver's 36 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.
Ambleside & Dundarave
6 sub-areas anchoring WV's walkable urban core along Marine Drive. Ambleside Beach, Dundarave Pier, the seawall promenade, and the broadest housing mix in West Van. Ambleside, Dundarave, Sentinel Hill, Cedardale, Park Royal, Queens.
British Properties & Glenmore
5 sub-areas climbing the slope above Highway 1 with downtown and inlet views. Sentinel Secondary catchment. British Properties, Glenmore, Chelsea Park, Whitby Estates, Canterbury WV.
Caulfeild & Eagle Harbour
11 sub-areas at WV's coastal western end. Wooded streets, ocean access, Rockridge Secondary catchment. Caulfeild, Olde Caulfeild, Upper Caulfeild, Eagle Harbour, Whytecliff, Horseshoe Bay, Gleneagles, plus 4 more.
Cypress & Chartwell
4 sub-areas of mid-elevation view detached between British Properties and the waterfront. Sentinel Secondary catchment. Cypress Park Estates, Chartwell, Cypress, Deer Ridge WV.
Westmount, Altamont & Bayridge
5 sub-areas of established waterfront and near-waterfront detached west of Dundarave. West Vancouver Secondary catchment. Westmount, Altamont, Bayridge, Sandy Cove, West Bay.
Lions Bay & Sea-to-Sky
5 MLS sub-areas along the Sea-to-Sky north of Horseshoe Bay. Semi-rural character, Rockridge Secondary catchment for Lions Bay. Lions Bay, Howe Sound, Furry Creek, Porteau Cove, Passage Island.
Why West BayFour Reasons Buyers Land in West Bay
TopWest Bay Elementary Anchor
West Bay Elementary at the heart of the neighbourhood is one of West Vancouver's strongest public elementary schools. The anchor draws family households and defines the neighbourhood character. More
Westernmost WVSS Catchment
West Bay is the westernmost WVSS-catchment sub-area in West Vancouver. The boundary position offers WVSS IB Diploma access while being adjacent to the Rockridge-catchment Caulfeild & Eagle Harbour area. More
WVSS IB Diploma
West Bay falls within West Vancouver Secondary catchment, home of the only International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in SD45. More
Coastal Slope Position
Established detached on coastal-slope residential lots, with view orientations toward Burrard Inlet and English Bay from elevated positions. More
Current MarketWest Bay Market Context, April 2026
TopWest Bay sits within the West Vancouver market, currently a buyer's market by historical convention (8.0% sales-to-active ratio). The numbers below reflect West Vancouver April 2026 reporting with West Bay-specific notes by housing type. For full segment analysis, see the West Bay market page or the latest North Shore market update.
West Vancouver by the Numbers, with West Bay Notes
Source: Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR), April 2026. Average sale price across all WV property types; West Bay-specific notes by housing tier.
The Honest Trade-OffsWhen West Bay May Not Be the Right Fit
TopWest Bay is genuinely well-suited to family buyers wanting WVSS IB Diploma catchment with West Bay Elementary anchor at the western WV boundary. It is not the right sub-area for everyone. Below are the patterns where buyers typically belong elsewhere.
Consider a Different Sub-Area If:
- You want waterfront or beach-access character: West Bay is coastal-slope inland-leaning. For waterfront and beach-access character, Sandy Cove, Westmount, or Altamont are the natural alternatives.
- You want Rockridge catchment with IB MYP: West Bay is WVSS, not Rockridge. For Rockridge catchment (AP plus IB MYP) at the adjacent coastal western area, look at the Caulfeild & Eagle Harbour area sub-areas.
- You commute daily to a downtown office: West Bay's westernmost WAB position means 28 to 36 minutes off-peak to downtown, longer at peak. Daily commuters often prefer eastern WV sub-areas closer to Lions Gate.
- You want condo or townhome inventory: West Bay is exclusively freehold detached. For multi-family with WVSS catchment, Ambleside or Dundarave are the natural alternatives.
- You want hillside view orientations: West Bay is coastal-slope without estate-tier hillside elevation. For elevated hillside view detached, look at British Properties or Chartwell.
Comparing Your OptionsWest Bay vs. Other West Vancouver Lifestyles
TopMost buyers comparing West Bay are shortlisting it against one or two other West Van or cross-region options. Here is how West Bay typically stacks up.
vs. Westmount
Sibling established coastal prestige sub-area (WVSS catchment). Westmount for the broader established coastal prestige with strong ocean orientation at $3M+; West Bay for the westernmost WVSS boundary position with West Bay Elementary anchor at $2.5M+ entry.
vs. Bayridge
Sibling mid-tier inland-leaning sub-area (WVSS catchment). Bayridge for the more central mid-tier inland-leaning position at $2.5M+; West Bay for the westernmost WVSS boundary with West Bay Elementary anchor at comparable entry pricing.
vs. Caulfeild
Cross-area broader established residential sub-area (Rockridge Secondary catchment). Caulfeild for wooded heritage character with Rockridge catchment at $2.5M+; West Bay for adjacent positioning with WVSS IB Diploma access at comparable pricing.
vs. NV Lynn Valley
Cross-region comparison: Lynn Valley is the family detached heart of NV with Argyle Secondary. Lynn Valley for similar family detached character at lower NV entry pricing; West Bay for the West Van WVSS IB Diploma premium with West Bay Elementary anchor.
Common QuestionsBuying in West Bay: What to Know
TopSix common questions at the start of a West Bay home search. For broader West Van context, see the West Vancouver guide FAQ. For first-time buyers, the first-time buyer guide covers the full process.
How much does a home cost in West Bay, West Vancouver?
West Bay pricing reflects its position as the westernmost WVSS-catchment sub-area. Detached homes typically run $2.5 million to $5 million plus on lots of 7,000 to 13,000 sq ft, with renovation status and view orientation driving variance. Coastal-slope view-corridor addresses command premiums. The West Vancouver average sale price across all property types was approximately $2.73 million in April 2026.
What is West Bay Elementary?
West Bay Elementary is the local catchment elementary school sitting at the heart of the West Bay neighbourhood. It is one of West Vancouver's strongest public elementary schools by parent reputation, with consistent academic performance. The proximity to the school is a significant draw for family buyers within the WVSS feeder pathway. The school anchors the neighbourhood's family-oriented character.
What schools serve West Bay at secondary level?
West Bay falls within West Vancouver Secondary (WVSS) catchment for grades 8 to 12. WVSS runs the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The West Bay Elementary to WVSS pathway is one of the most consistent public-school journeys in West Vancouver, with strong continuity between elementary and secondary in the same catchment area.
How is West Bay different from the Caulfeild & Eagle Harbour area?
Both share coastal western WV character but feed different schools. West Bay is in WVSS catchment with IB Diploma access. Caulfeild & Eagle Harbour are in Rockridge Secondary catchment with AP plus IB Middle Years Programme. The school choice often drives the buyer decision between the two areas: families prioritising IB Diploma look at West Bay; families prioritising IB MYP or comparable AP look at Caulfeild & Eagle Harbour. Pricing across the two sides is comparable at the mid-tier.
What is the commute from West Bay to downtown Vancouver?
West Bay's westernmost WAB position means a longer commute than Westmount or Altamont. Off-peak the drive is 28 to 36 minutes east along Marine Drive through Dundarave and Ambleside, then across the Lions Gate Bridge. Peak windows can extend this to 55 to 90 minutes.
What kind of homes are typical in West Bay?
West Bay is exclusively freehold detached single-family on coastal-slope residential lots. Architectural mix ranges from 1960s through 1990s established originals through 1990s and 2000s renovations to current custom builds. Lot sizes typically run 7,000 to 13,000 sq ft. View orientations from elevated positions toward Burrard Inlet and English Bay are common. Strata-titled inventory does not exist.
Your North Shore REALTOR®About Paul Fraser
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Paul Fraser, REALTOR® PREC*
Personal Real Estate Corporation · Oakwyn Realty Ltd.
Paul Fraser is a West 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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This information is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. Real estate services in British Columbia are regulated under the Real Estate Services Act and the BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA). Property information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed; verify all details with the relevant municipal authority, BC Assessment, the Land Title and Survey Authority, and the School District before relying on for an offer. Equal access to housing in British Columbia is protected under the BC Human Rights Code. Greater Vancouver REALTORS® data referenced reflects April 2026 reporting; market conditions change month to month. MLS® listings refreshed in real time via the IDX grid; data deemed reliable but not guaranteed. *Personal Real Estate Corporation. Data last verified: May 2026.