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640 Penticton Street, Vancouver, BC

Formwerks quality architecture + a West One Design Inc interior makes for the nicest home to come for sale in Hastings Sunrise in a long time! Taken to the studs w/ top floor added, this stunning home is effectively new. Relax on charming front porch or enjoy a main floor complimented by 9 ft ceilings & bleached oak flrs. Impressive formal living & dining leads to sleek kitchen w/ adjoining family room. True chef’s kitchen has s/s appliances, Viking range, stone counters, massive dbl fridge & access to 2 decks. 4 bdrms up; master w/ ensuite, WIC & incredible VIEWS! Below has a 2 bed suite, laundry & cool media room for the owners. Heat pump+ AC, lovely yard, single garage & major curb appeal in one of East Van’s hottest pockets! 

PRIMARY: Dr. A.R. Lord Elementary School is a vibrant, happy and positive school providing a creative and challenging learning experience for all students within a caring community. The elementary school is located in the north east part of Vancouver close to the Pacific National Exhibition and Hastings Community Centre, in a diverse multi-ethnic community. There are approximately 130 students, Kindergarten through grade 7. There are also a variety of extracurricular opportunities for students including sports, arts and volunteering. 

SECONDARY: Templeton High opened in the fall of 1927. It has won many awards for drama productions and for student films. Templeton is also known for its successful theatre and film programs, regarded as one of the best in British Columbia. Templeton is home to a Mini-School Program for gifted children, from grades 8-12. The objective of the Mini School is to foster interdisciplinary learning and environmental stewardship through interdisciplinary activities and field trips that bring the students together for a closer relationship with each other. Templeton has a stated goal of building knowledge, acceptance, empathy, and appreciation of Aboriginal peoples' histories. The school has a Sacred Room, a welcoming and comfortable space for all students that celebrates Aboriginal traditions and cultures.



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