Some renovations update a home. This one, however, reinvented it. In 2021, Rodrozen Design + Build stripped 1987 West 13th Avenue down to the studs, then rebuilt it into a two-level Kitsilano townhome. As a result, it earned a 2022 Georgie Award finalist nod for Best Renovation — one of the highest honours in BC home building.
Now it’s on the market. Once you see the details, you’ll understand why the judges took notice. You can also view the full listing here.
The Renovation at 1987 West 13th Avenue
Every detail here carries the mark of a builder who doesn’t cut corners. First, Rodrozen stripped the main level to the studs, then rebuilt it around a kitchen with Cambria quartz countertops — top-of-the-line, 93% quartz, commercial grade. Alongside the counters, a full Bosch appliance suite completes the space: fridge, gas stove, wall oven/microwave/speed-oven combo, dishwasher, and hood fan.
Meanwhile, in the living room, a gas fireplace anchors the space with a custom concrete surround. A local artist, in fact, built it using three layers of poured concrete. Next to it sits a custom bar and wine fridge, plus a hidden in-wall recess that tucks the TV and its hardware out of sight — in short, no cords, no clutter, just clean lines.
A Room-by-Room Tour of This Kitsilano Townhome
Main Level & Entry — Beyond the kitchen and living room, the main floor also holds a custom tall front closet and storage drawers tucked under the stairs. In addition, a refreshed downstairs bathroom has a new sink and mirrors, and a custom wall mural gives the entry real personality.
Primary Bedroom & Ensuite — Upstairs, the primary suite has a custom walk-in closet with its own pocket door. Next door, a spa-worthy ensuite carries over from a previous owner’s six-figure renovation: for instance, a steam shower, a refrigerated cabinet for toiletries, and heated floors throughout.
Upstairs Bathroom & Hall — Meanwhile, the second bathroom got a full redo: new toilet, vanity, shower/tub, tile, and fan. On top of that, new wool carpet runs throughout the upper level, and the team also replaced the skylight above the stairs in 2022.
Basement & Storage — Downstairs, a heated storage room (roughly 8′ x 12′) and a full crawl space, accessible through the hall closet, together give this home real storage — a rarity for its size.
Whole House — Throughout, new paint and lighting tie everything together, smart thermostats control the baseboard heaters, and a new washer/dryer (2022) rounds things out. Overall, the renovation balanced function with design just as much as looks.
1987 West 13th Avenue: Strata & Ownership Details
The home sits on freehold strata title, with maintenance fees of $480/month. Specifically, those fees cover building insurance, gardening, water, recycling, green bin, garbage, gutter cleaning, moss removal, repairs, and roof maintenance. As of the February AGM, the building’s contingency reserve stood at $26,000, and so far, no major expenditures are pending. Currently, the strata is replacing windows as needed, and several are already done.
For context, the strata redid the roof in 2012. Then, in 2021, it also invested $30,000 into re-landscaping the grounds — new irrigation, hedges, plants, drainage, and pathways. On top of that, a further ~$4,500 went toward targeted landscaping by LCP, including repaved surfaces, new fencing, and drainage. Finally, the home also comes with a parking pad next to the garage, plus one covered parking spot and a locker.
The Kitsilano Location
Overall, Kitsilano is one of Vancouver’s most walkable, sought-after neighbourhoods, and this address puts you right in the middle of it. For example, you’re moments from Alma Street and South Granville, steps to École Lord Tennyson Elementary, and a short walk to the Vancouver Lawn Tennis Club. Beyond that, Kitsilano Beach, the shops and cafés on West 4th Avenue, and easy access to downtown are all nearby too.
Interested in 1987 West 13th Avenue?
In short, this home combines an award-recognized renovation, a walkable Kitsilano address, and the storage and layout of a house — all in townhome form. As a result, homes like this don’t sit long.
So, reach out to book a private showing or ask any questions — yuliya@yuliyalys.com
Yuliya Lys, PREC* — The Partners Real Estate
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer to verify all details, including measurements and strata financials.
