Vancouver is known for spectacular homes, but every once in a while, a property comes along that feels more like a private architectural landmark than an ordinary residence. One such property is a remarkable concrete estate in Vancouver's prestigious SW Marine/South Granville area, offering an extraordinary combination of scale, privacy and custom design.
With an asking price of roughly $10 million, this is not the typical Vancouver luxury home. It is a property designed around grand proportions, substantial concrete construction and amenities that bring a resort-like experience into the home.
A Home Designed to Make an Entrance
Located at 1919 W 57th Avenue, the estate occupies an approximately 26,136-square-foot lot and offers more than 12,500 square feet of living space across four levels.
The property was designed and built by architect Dan White, with architecture that emphasizes large-scale spaces and durable materials. One of the first features visitors encounter is a dramatic 25-foot grand foyer, creating an immediate sense of scale. A private elevator provides access between levels.
Nearly 13,000 Square Feet of Luxury
The residence includes nine bedrooms and eight bathrooms, providing enough space for a large family, guests, staff and multiple living arrangements.
The property includes a 1,255-square-foot primary suite that occupies the entire fourth floor, giving the owners an unusually private retreat within the home. The kitchen is complemented by an oversized wok kitchen — a particularly useful feature for homeowners who enjoy serious cooking and entertaining.
A Private Resort at Home
The estate includes a 45-by-23-foot indoor swimming pool, along with spa facilities, a steam room and sauna. There is also substantial underground parking, with space for approximately six vehicles.
For a luxury homeowner who values privacy, convenience and entertaining, these features effectively turn the residence into a private resort without leaving Vancouver.
Outdoor Space for More Than Just Landscaping
The large grounds include a private golf practice area, complete with a chipping area, putting green and sand bunker. That combination of indoor amenities and outdoor recreational space makes the property particularly distinctive in a city where large residential lots are increasingly difficult to find.
Why Concrete Construction Stands Out
Concrete construction can provide a different architectural character from conventional wood-frame residential construction. It creates substantial walls, large structural spans and a strong visual presence while contributing to a feeling of permanence. For a property of this scale, the construction material becomes part of the architectural identity — rather than hiding the structure, the design makes scale and solidity part of the experience.
What a Property Like This Says About Vancouver Real Estate
At the highest end of the market, buyers are often looking for a combination of location, land, architectural design, privacy, amenities and long-term uniqueness. A property such as this demonstrates how Vancouver's luxury market can extend well beyond the traditional definition of a large single-family house — it becomes a lifestyle property complete with entertainment areas, wellness facilities, recreational amenities and substantial private space.
A Rare Type of Vancouver Listing
Homes of this size and specification don't appear on the market every day. The combination of a large lot, more than 12,500 square feet of interior space, nine bedrooms, extensive recreational facilities and custom architectural design puts this property into a very specialized segment of Vancouver's luxury real-estate market.
1919 W 57th Avenue is less about simply having a big house — and more about creating an entire private lifestyle under one roof.
Property details and listing information can change over time. Buyers should verify current pricing, availability and specifications with the listing representative or current MLS information.