These are the most expensive real estate listings in Vancouver right now

Image courtesy of Jim Chen via roomvu.com

If you’re in the market for a luxury home (or one of the many who loves to browse and wonder what if), there’s are plenty of spectacular homes available in Vancouver’s real estate market.

Whether it’s soaring ceilings, beautiful open-air concepts, or breathtaking views of the ocean and mountain, there’s no end to what you can find.

This month’s roundup of the city’s most expensive listings by roomvu comes with a clear message: Don’t be deceived by what looks to be a dismissively bare interior. The real estate marketing group explains that luxury can live hand-in-hand with simplicity and sometimes, it’s about the panoramic view that comes with it.

So, pack your bags and get ready to move (or, just pretend) and check out the five most expensive homes for sale in Vancouver.

5. $12.88 million: 4588 NW Marine Drive

An elegant mix of Chinese and modern styles at 4588 NW Marine Drive (Layla Yang/roomvu)

4588 NW Marine Drive, designed by award-winning architect Loy Leyland (Layla Yang/roomvu)

Living Space: Approximately 5,200 sq.ft
Unique Features: Views of the North Shore, designed by award-winning architect Loy Leyland
Other Features: Six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, sub-zero appliances and a sauna

4. $12.88 million: 1720 Sasamat Street

Large glass panels create stunning open-air lighting. 1720 Sasamat Street (Victor Kwan/roomvu)

1720 Sasamat Street (Victor Kwan/roomvu)

Living Space: Approximately 4,100 sq.ft
Unique Features: A 172 sq.ft roof deck steps away from the Spanish Banks and Jericho Beach
Other Features: Five bedrooms, six bathrooms, heated floors, and a private elevator

3. $13.98 million: 1773 Knox Road

A gourmet kitchen draped in white with high-end appliances at 1773 Knox Road (Sarina Han/roomvu)

A built-in wine cell at 1773 Knox Road (Sarina Han/roomvu)

Living Space: Approximately 6,640 sq.ft
Unique Features: An outdoor swimming pool
Other Features: Five bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a media room and wine cell

2. $32.8 million: 4788 Belmont Avenue

4788 Belmont Avenue (Jim Chen/roomvu)

A five-star pool with mosaic pieces and artwork at 4788 Belmont Avenue (Jim Chen/roomvu)

Living Space: 12,000 sq.ft
Unique Features: Two private patios, a five-star-pool, and a penthouse suite
Other Features: Seven bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a theatre and music room, and a butterfly staircase

1. $38.88 million: 2601-277 Thurlow Street

2601 – 277 Thurlow Street (Juliana Jiao/roomvu)

The majestic waterfront views at 2601 – 277 Thurlow Street (Juliana Jiao/roomvu)

Living Space: 6,670 sq.ft
Unique Features: Dual-suite residence, two private garages, 24-hour concierge
Other Features: Ozonated indoor pool, two fireplaces, four massive storage rooms, and the option to use the residence as two independent suites or one massive living space