131 Eighth Street, New Westminster
House for sale at 131 Eighth Street New Westminster, BC V3M 3P6, Canada, Metro Vancouver, Lower Mainland. 7,201 sqft • Uptown NW • List Price $3,795,000
About 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster
Property Description 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster, BC
A LANDMARK PROPERTY. AN EXTRAORDINARY LEGACY. Built in 1892 by master carpenter Hugh Galbraith, GALBRAITH MANOR was completely restored in 2005 and is one of New Westminster's most distinguished heritage treasures. This magnificent Queen Anne Revival residence showcases a striking corner tower, wraparound verandah, steep gables and exquisite Eastlake-style millwork. Rich in history and architectural grandeur, this iconic property benefits from a unique Heritage Revitalization Agreement (HRA), offering exceptional versatility. Currently accommodating professional offices, boutique meeting and event spaces, plus an income suite. A rare opportunity to own an irreplaceable piece of the city's history, where heritage, prestige and possibility converge. Shown only by appointment.
This Other home located at 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster is currently for sale and has been available on Strawhomes.com for 2 days. This property is listed at $3,795,000 with an estimated mortgage of $17,658* per month. It has 9 beds, 7 bathrooms, and is 7,201 square feet. The property was built in 1892. 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster BC V3M 3P6 is in the Uptown NW Houses neighbourhood New Westminster. Downtown NW, Quay and Queens Park are nearby neighborhoods.
Facts & Features Property facts for 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster
Details
Property
- Area Minor
- Uptown NW
- Postal Code
- V3M 3P6
- Property Sub Type
- Other
- Year Built
- 1892
- Size (Interior)
- 7,201 sqft
- Building Area Total
- 7,201 sqft
- Area Major
- New Westminster
- Property Type
- Residential
- Status
- Active
- Last Modified
- 2026-10-28
- Neighborhood
- The Galbraith Manor
- Province
- British Columbia
- Date first appeared on site
- 2026-10-27
- Features
- 7 baths, 9 beds, Other, Central Location, Recreation Nearby
Inside
- Full Bathrooms
- 6
- Main Level Bathrooms
- Flooring
- Mixed
- Fireplace
- 4
- Rooms
- Above Grade Finished Area
- Below Grade Finished Area
- Kitchen Appliances
- Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
- Bedrooms
- 9
- Half Bathrooms
- 1
- Patio And Porch Features
- Patio, Deck
- Fireplace Features
- Gas
Building
- Roof
- Wood
- Floor Area Below Grade
- Basement
- Full
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter
- Structure
- Residential Detached
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Construction
- Frame Wood, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features
- Balcony
Parking
- Parking Space (A)
- 7
- Parking Features
- Other, Guest
- Garage
- No
Fees
- Gross Taxes
- $22,672.99
- Tax Year
- 2026
Utilities
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water Source
- Public
Highlights
- Community Features
- Shopping Nearby
Land
- Lot Size Units
- Square Feet
- Lot Features
- Central Location, Recreation Nearby
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 10,799
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.25
- Lot Size (Hectares)
- 0.1003
- Lot Size (Sq.Mtrs.)
- 1,003
- Frontage - Feet
- 82
- Lot Size Dimensions
- 82 x 131
- Lot Size Area
- 10,799
Additional Media
- Virtual Tour
- View Tour →
Listing Details
- MLS® Number
- R3179374
- Ownership
- Freehold NonStrata
- Age
- 134 years
- Main Floor Finished Area
- 1,836 sqft
- Listing Source
- GVR – FVREB – CADREB – BCNREB – Resi
Additional Property Details
- Above Grade Finished Area
- Below Grade Finished Area
- Basement Finished Area
- Main Floor Finished Area
- Main Level Bathrooms
- Age of Building
- Legal Description
- Distance to Transit
- Fireplace Features
- Patio & Porch
- Fencing
- Covered Parking Places
Rooms
Sold History Listing records and last sold date for 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster
| MLS® # | Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXXXXXXXXX | Xxx XX, XXXX | Listed | — |
Location
The list price of the House at 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster is $3,795,000 and has been listed on strawhomes.com. 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster, BC V3M 3P6 has 9 beds, 7 baths, and is 7,201 sq ft. This MLS® listing ID R3179374 was built in 1892. 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster is located in the city of New Westminster Single Family Residences for sale, and situated in a great neighbourhood called Uptown NW Single Family Residences for sale.
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- Monthly mortgage payment
- $17,658
- Monthly total incl. strata
- $17,658
Neighbourhood
Nearby Amenities, Schools, Commute and Travel Times near - 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster
| Area | Avg. Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|
| This Home | $3,795,000 | Oct 27, 2026 |
| New Westminster | $947,525 | Oct 28, 2026 |
| Uptown NW | $661,763 | Oct 28, 2026 |
Amenities
Grocery Stores
- Sambas Convenience Store0.29 km · 137 10th Street
- Best Season Produce Ltd0.44 km · 71 10th Street
- Save-On-Foods0.48 km · 1025 Columbia Street
Malls
- The Plaza0.51 km · 800 Carnarvon Street
- Westminster Centre0.85 km · 555 Sixth Street
- Royal City Centre0.95 km · 610 Sixth Street
Pharmacy
- West Coast Pharmacy0.30 km · 601-607 Queens Avenue
- Imperial Pharmacy Inc0.47 km · 981 Carnarvon Street
- Pharmasave - Columbia Square0.49 km · 1005 Columbia Street
Liquor
- Royal Towers Liquor Store0.30 km · 140 Sixth Street
- 8th Street Liquor Store0.45 km · 48 8th Street
- BC Liquor Stores0.56 km · 1075 Columbia Street
Libraries
- Courthouse Library BC0.40 km · 651 Carnarvon Street
- New Westminster Public Library0.87 km · 716 6th Avenue
- Burnaby Public Library, Tommy Douglas Library3.07 km · 7311 Kingsway
Entertainment & Sports
Movie Theaters
- Landmark Cinemas 10 New Westminster0.52 km · 800 Carnarvon Street
- Cineplex Cinemas Coquitlam and VIP5.58 km · 170 Schoolhouse Street
- Theatre Alley Development Corporation5.88 km · 4575 Tillicum Street
Restaurants
- Tim Hortons0.29 km · 700 Royal Ave Level 2 - Room 2400
- Rong Rong by Lucky Bento Co.0.31 km
- Sora Sushi House0.32 km · 74 8th St
Nightlife
- The Flapper Lounge0.38 km · 759 Carnarvon St
- Hops, A Northwest Pub0.45 km · 48 8th St
- Bully's Studios0.46 km · 67 6th St
Arenas
- Queens Park Arena1.29 km · 51 Third Ave
- Moody Park Arena1.37 km · 701 Eighth Ave
- Stetson Bowl4.38 km · 17940 62 Ave #17868
Health and Fitness
Fitness
- Douglas College Fitness Centre0.25 km · 700 Royal Ave Rm N 1315
- Strong Side Conditioning0.40 km · 739 Carnarvon St
- AVA Fitness Pole Dance Studios0.40 km · 735 Carnarvon St
Yoga
- Oxygen Hot Yoga & Fitness0.53 km
- Dancing Cat Yoga Center1.16 km · 704 Sixth Street
- MOVE Studio2.76 km · 237 Nelson's Crescent
Golf
- Robert Burnaby Park Disc Golf Course3.64 km · 6770 Hill Ave
- Eaglequest Golf4.49 km · 1001 United Blvd
- Scratch Indoor Golf and Academy | Golf Lessons | Golf Clubs Accessories Apparel | GCHawk and EyeXO Simulators | Puttview4.71 km · 641 Lougheed Hwy #100
Hospitals
- Royal Columbian Hospital2.93 km · 330 East Columbia Street
- Surrey Memorial Hospital6.19 km · 13750 96th Avenue
- Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre6.60 km · 9750 140th Street
Parks
Parks Nearby
- Toronto Place Park0.18 km · 111 8th St
- Simcoe Park0.26 km · 124 McInnes St
- Downtown Dog Off Leash Area0.41 km · 823 Carnarvon St
Trails Nearby
- Glenbrook Ravine Park1.82 km
- Glenbrook Ravine Trail1.85 km
- Mission Urban Trail3.35 km
Public Recreation Center
- New Westminster Tennis Club0.64 km · 305 Royal Ave
- Century House1.05 km · 620 Eighth St
- Moody Park Outdoor Pool1.11 km · 701 Tenth St
Museum
- Irving House Historic Centre0.76 km · 302 Royal Ave
- Japanese Canadian National Museum3.85 km · 6688 Southoaks Cres
- Burnaby Village Museum5.47 km · 6501 Deer Lake Ave
University & College
- Kwantlen Polytechnic University4.07 km
- Coquitlam College5.31 km
- Simon Fraser University - Surrey Campus5.33 km
Preschools
- One Shining Moment Child Care Center0.62 km · 229 4th St
- Queen's Park Daycare0.73 km · 131 Third St
- Queen's Park Preschool1.54 km
Daycares
- Ready Set Grow Children's Centre0.04 km · 800 Queens Ave
- Douglas College Ece Center (New Westminster)0.24 km
- Graham Montessori School0.37 km · 2-1001 Royal Ave
Downtown
- Downtown Surrey5.45 km
- Downtown Burnaby7.31 km
- Downtown Richmond16.39 km
Skytrain Station
- New Westminster Station Skytrain0.52 km
- Columbia Station Skytrain0.69 km · 435 Columbia St
- 22nd Street Station Skytrain2.58 km · 649 22nd St
Bus Stations
- Southbound 6th St @ Queens Ave0.21 km
- Southbound 8th St @ Royal Ave0.29 km
- New Westminster Station @ Unload Only0.41 km
- New Westminster Station @ Bay 70.42 km
- New Westminster Station @ Bay 90.42 km
Airports
- Boundary Bay Airport (CZBB)15.94 km
- Vancouver International Airport (YVR)19.32 km
- Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)44.44 km
BC Ferries
- BC Ferries Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal26.79 km
- BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay31.96 km
West Coast Express
- Moody Centre Station West Coast Express9.55 km
- Coquitlam Central Station West Coast Express11.41 km · 2900 Barnet Hwy
- Port Coquitlam West Coast Express12.05 km · 2125 Kingsway Ave
Public
- Ecole Qayqayt0.82 km · 85 Merivale St
- New Westminster0.92 km
- Lord Kelvin1.20 km · 1010 Hamilton St
- Herbert Spencer1.34 km · 605 Second St
- Sigma1.50 km · 835 Eighth St
Private
- Purpose Independent Secondary School0.71 km · 40 Begbie St
- John Knox Christian - Secondary Campus0.71 km · 260 12th Street
- Urban Academy Junior3.64 km · 466 Rousseau St
About: 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster
If this detached house doesn't check all the boxes for your dream home, view the other 168 New Westminster Single Family Residences for sale.
This freehold detached house was built in 1892 and is currently listed at $527 per square foot. The property sits on a 10,799 sq ft lot with 82 feet of frontage. The property offers 7 parking spaces, 4 fireplaces. Annual property taxes were assessed at $22,673 in 2026.
The address of 131 EIGHTH STREET is situated in New Westminster, British Columbia. It is located within the Uptown NW neighborhood of the city.
Other communities nearby are Queens Park, Moody Park and Quay. Eighth has 30 homes currently on the market, while the district of Uptown NW has 121 postings on the market. This is roughly 19.9% of New Westminster's total 609 listings on the market. In Uptown NW, the average asking price for a detached house is $1,558,251, which translates to an estimated monthly mortgage payment of $7,288.* Notably, this is 0.9 times the average list price of $1,707,481 for a similar detached house in the city of New Westminster.
Detached houses listed in Uptown NW are an average of 2,141 sq ft, with 4 beds and 3 baths.
The majority of properties for sale in the community around 131 EIGHTH STREET are detached houses, not townhouses.
The monthly payments provided are an approximation calculated for a mortgage loan with a down payment of 20% @ 5% interest rate over a 5-year mortgage term.
MLS®#: R3179374 · $3,795,000 · 9 bedroom detached house in Uptown NW New Westminster.
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House for sale in New Westminster, BC, MLS® R3179374
This House is a detached property that is currently for sale and was listed on October 27, 2026, or listed 1 day ago on our web site. This detached house is for sale and is located in the neighbourhood of Uptown NW, in the The Galbraith Manor complex. It was built in the year of 1892, or 134 years old. The full mailing address is 131 Eighth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3M 3P6. It has 9 beds & 7 baths. The list price of this detached house is $3,795,000 and the living area is 7,201 sq ft, or $527 per square foot. The lot is 10,799 sq ft.
Upcoming Open Houses
The postal code V3M 3P6 has a few open houses in New Westminster British Columbia Canada. This Uptown NW detached house for sale is one of Lower Mainlands best priced properties in the Uptown NW neighbourhood.
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Home Value
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Price History
You can see Price History, house prices, Walk Score, and property disclosure above. The data relating to real estate on this website (MLS® R3179374) comes in part from the New Westminster MLS® Reciprocity program of either Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR), the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB) or the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board (CADREB).