Engine
MerCruiser 4.3
Total Power
-
Engine Hours
-
Class
Houseboat
Length
15.24m
Year
1987
Model
Super 50 Houseboat
Capacity
-
Lions Gate Yachts
Boat Details
Description
1987 Admiral 50’ Houseboat – Rare Steel-Hull Float Home
Location: New Westminster, BC, Canada
Overview
This rare 1987 Admiral 50’ steel-hull houseboat is one of only five ever built—a true gem for those seeking a unique and affordable waterfront lifestyle in Vancouver. Designed and constructed in British Columbia, this vessel is tailor-made for year-round living with comfort, functionality, and character. Whether you’re dreaming of life on the water or looking for a turnkey float home in a gated, secure marina—this is your chance.
Key Features
- 50’ x 14’ Steel Hull – Exceptional durability and stability
- Upper Sun Deck – Massive outdoor living space with beautiful river views
- Propane Hot Tub – 4-person spa for all-season relaxation
- Warm & Cozy – Foam insulation keeps you warm in winter, cool in summer
- Spacious Loft – Queen-sized bed and cozy sleeping area
- Private Marina – Secure, gated access with ample street parking
Interior
- Propane Stove & Oven
- 3-Way Refrigerator (Gas/12v/110v)
- Large Double Sink
- Electric Macerator Toilet
- Full-Sized Shower
- Loft Sleeping Area with Queen Bed
- Heating: 35,000 BTU Propane Furnace
- Hot Water Tank: 50 gallons
Mechanical & Electrical
- Engine: MerCruiser 4.3L (1992) Inboard w/ Alpha One Leg
- Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol
- Fuel Tanks: 450L x 2
- Batteries:
- 4 x 12V House Batteries
- 2 x Deep Cycle Starter Battery
- Shore Power: 30 Amp
- Power Management: Inverter & Battery Charger
- City Water Supply
Deck & Exterior
- Two Lower Decks for lounging or gear storage
- Upper Deck with Propane Hot Tub (4 x 40 lb tanks)
- Steel Hull Construction – Reinforced and well-insulated
- Beautiful Wildlife & River Views
Liveaboard Ready
This houseboat is ready for its next chapter and ideal for anyone seeking a minimalist, waterfront lifestyle. Pets are welcome, and moorage is just $800/month plus electricity—an affordable way to live in Vancouver’s coveted water communities.
Dimensions
- Length Overall (LOA): 50 ft
- Beam: 14 ft
1987 Admiral 50’ Houseboat – Rare Steel-Hull Float Home
Contact Information
Other Details
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
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Features
Electrical Equipment
Shore Power Inlet:✓
Inside Equipment
Oven:✓
Manual Bilge Pump:✓
Marine Head:✓
Air Conditioning:✓
Electric Head:✓
Heating:✓
Hot Water:✓
Refrigerator:✓
Deep Freezer:✓
Battery Charger:✓
Additional Equipment
Jacuzzi:✓
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Propulsion
Engine Make:MerCruiser
Engine Model:4.3
Engine Year:1992
Fuel Type:Petrol
Specifications
Dimensions
Length Overall:15.24m
Beam:4.27m
Miscellaneous
Hull Material:Steel
Tanks
Fresh Water Tank:
Fuel Tank:
Holding Tank:
Accommodations
Guest Cabins:2
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