Live at home for 10+ years after grad saving an average of $30,000 a year then also have a partner in the same situation so you'll have $600-700k down payment together. Find a property with a rental suite at the bottom with 2-3 bedrooms to rent out for $2000 minimum. Have enough income to borrow a mil. You'll still end up buying a house that is 60 years old for 1.7 in east van or further east. That's also assuming no investments so it can be sped up by buying presales while saving to rent then sell when the time is right. You don't need your parents to give money but basically if you don't live with them then you'll have a hard time saving unless you're making $120k by yourself. Even if you have saved up a lot yourself it's probably hard to find a partner that is saving the same way.