MAZ Majidi

06/12/2026

The most expensive property surprises are not always inside the house. Sometimes they are hidden on title.

Many buyers in North Vancouver and West Vancouver focus on the home itself but spend very little time evaluating easements, rights of way, and covenants.

That can become important years later.

If you are planning to build an addition, construct a custom home, improve outdoor living space, or redevelop a property, these title registrations may affect what is possible.

One of the biggest mistakes buyers make is asking:

“Does the property have an easement?”

A better question is:

“How does it affect my future plans?”

A utility easement along a property line may have very little practical impact. A covenant affecting the area where you hope to build in the future may be far more significant.

This is why experienced buyers often evaluate the land before they evaluate the house. The home can change over time. The characteristics and limitations of the land are much harder to change.

I recently published a new article explaining how easements, rights of way, and covenants affect properties in North Vancouver and West Vancouver, including redevelopment opportunities, custom homes, building lots, and long term property value.

Read the full article here:

https://mazmajidi.ca/easements-rights-of-way-covenants-north-vancouver-west-vancouver/

If you are considering buying, selling, renovating, or redeveloping a property on the North Shore, understanding these issues before making a decision can help avoid costly surprises later.

Learn how easements, rights of way, covenants, and title restrictions can affect property value, redevelopment potential, and future plans in North Vancouver and West Vancouver.

06/12/2026

690 Knockmaroon Road in British Properties West Vancouver | Offered at $12,888,000

06/09/2026

We recently updated the About page on mazmajidi.ca to introduce the Maz Majidi Team.

The team is founded and led by Maz Majidi and includes Sara Tayyebi, a licensed REALTOR® with experience in interior design, luxury furnishings, and property management.

Together, the Maz Majidi Team supports buyers and sellers across North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and Vancouver with real estate advice shaped by market knowledge, construction insight, design perspective, and personalized guidance.

Every client continues to work directly with Maz while benefiting from a more complete boutique advisory experience.

The updated About page is now live on https://mazmajidi.ca/about/

Persian speaking luxury real estate advisor based in North Vancouver, specializing in luxury homes across North Vancouver and West Vancouver.

06/09/2026

1574 Chartwell Drive in British Properties West Vancouver - A rare property offered at $4,499,000 -
Listed by Maz Majidi and Sara Tayyebi .tayyebi

06/08/2026

Most people think a bigger lot automatically means a more valuable property.

On the North Shore, that is often not true.

Lot shape, frontage, and property dimensions can have a major impact on home values because they influence privacy, architectural design, outdoor living space, future renovations, and long-term resale appeal. A well-proportioned lot can sometimes offer greater value than a much larger property with awkward dimensions.

After working with many luxury homes, custom homes, and building lots across North Vancouver and West Vancouver, one pattern becomes very clear: experienced buyers often evaluate how the land actually functions, not simply how many square feet appear on title.

A practical building envelope, usable backyard space, and balanced frontage can create opportunities that future buyers will also appreciate.

If you are thinking about buying, selling, or evaluating a property on the North Shore, understanding these factors before making a decision can help avoid expensive compromises.

I recently put together a detailed guide that explains how lot shape, frontage, and property dimensions affect home values in North Vancouver and West Vancouver.

Learn how lot shape, frontage, and property dimensions influence home values on the North Shore. Understand what buyers, builders, and sellers should evaluate before making a real estate decision.

06/07/2026

A question I often ask buyers looking at homes for sale in West Vancouver:

Would you rather own...

✔ A beautifully renovated house on an average lot?
Or
✔ An older home on an exceptional piece of land?

Many people choose the first option.

However, long term value in West Vancouver is often driven by neighbourhood quality, privacy, lot usability, views, and future potential rather than cosmetic upgrades alone.

A home in British Properties offers a completely different ownership experience than one in Ambleside, Dundarave, Chartwell, or Caulfeild.

I recently put together a detailed West Vancouver Homes guide to help buyers better understand how experienced purchasers compare these opportunities before making one of the biggest investments of their lives.

Which would you choose?

Explore luxury homes for sale in West Vancouver, including estates in British Properties, Dundarave, and Altamont. Expert guidance by Maz Majidi

06/06/2026

What should buyers look for in a new custom home in North Vancouver and West Vancouver?

Many buyers naturally focus on luxury finishes and modern design. However, some of the most important factors are the ones you cannot easily see during a showing.

Experienced buyers often evaluate the builder first, the construction second, the lot third, and the finishes last.

Across North Vancouver and West Vancouver, where many custom homes are built on sloped sites with complex drainage and engineering requirements, two homes may look very similar but provide completely different long term ownership experiences depending on the quality of the planning and construction behind the project.

One of the biggest mistakes buyers make is assuming that newer automatically means better. In reality, builder reputation, site planning, layout efficiency, natural light, and long term resale potential often matter far more than expensive materials.

I recently published a guide that explains how experienced buyers evaluate a new custom home on the North Shore and the factors that often separate an exceptional property from an average one.

https://mazmajidi.ca/what-buyers-should-look-for-new-custom-home-north-vancouver-west-vancouver/

If you are planning to buy or evaluate a new custom home in North Vancouver or West Vancouver, understanding these details can help you make a stronger long term decision.

Buying a new custom home in North or West Vancouver? Learn how builder reputation, construction quality, design, and resale value affect your decision.

06/06/2026

1574 Chartwell Drive in British Properties West Vancouver - Offered at $4,499,000

06/05/2026

Every once in a while, a property comes to market that reminds you why West Vancouver is recognized as one of the world's great luxury residential destinations.

I'm proud to present my newest listing at **1574 Chartwell Drive**, an exceptional custom-built estate in the prestigious Chartwell neighbourhood of British Properties.

Positioned to capture panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Lions Gate Bridge, Stanley Park, Downtown Vancouver, and Mount Baker, this home offers a combination of location, privacy, architectural design, and lifestyle that is rarely found together.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with many remarkable homes throughout West Vancouver. Properties in communities like British Properties and Chartwell require a different level of understanding, where land quality, construction, design, presentation, and buyer expectations all play an important role.

Rather than creating a standard listing, I wanted to build a complete presentation around this home, including a dedicated property page and cinematic video experience.

You can explore the full property here:

https://mazmajidi.ca/featured-properties/1574-chartwell-drive-west-vancouver/

Presented by Maz Majidi
Luxury Real Estate Advisor
West Vancouver • North Vancouver • Vancouver

Explore 1574 Chartwell Drive, a luxury estate in Chartwell West Vancouver featuring panoramic views, a private tennis court, expansive outdoor living, and strategic representation by Maz Majidi.

06/04/2026

Ocean views can significantly affect home prices in North Vancouver and West Vancouver, but not all views create the same value.

One of the biggest misconceptions I see is that simply seeing the water justifies a premium. In reality, buyers often pay for view quality, view protection, and how the view becomes part of everyday living.

A protected panoramic view enjoyed from the kitchen, living room, dining area, and primary bedroom can create a very different buyer response than a small glimpse of water between neighbouring homes.

Future resale matters too. Buyers often consider whether the view is secure, how the home captures it, and whether future owners will value it in the same way.

If you are buying, selling, or evaluating a property on the North Shore, understanding the difference between having a view and having a truly valuable view can make a meaningful difference.

I recently wrote a detailed article explaining how ocean views and view quality affect home prices in North Vancouver and West Vancouver:

Not all ocean views create the same value. Learn how buyers evaluate view quality, view protection, resale potential, and ocean view premiums across West Vancouver and North Vancouver.