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3736 Macdonald St W, Vancouver, BC

A 2-unit strata building, built 1940 on a 454 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 84% of the buildings in Arbutus Ridge.

Typical unit, 2026

$2,150,000

Zoning

R1-1

Strata units

2

Built

1940

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What the records show for 3736 Macdonald St W

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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 3–4 homes

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What the record says: Lot about 454 m², 12.4 m wide and 37.2 m deep, measured from the City lot outline. Rear lane: yes.
What it means: Lot size, width and lane access decide what can be built under R1-1.
What to do: If redevelopment is part of the price, order a survey and ask the City before you remove subjects.

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Combined sewer on this block

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Rebuilt in 2021 after a demolition

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3 permits on this lot since 2017

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Typical unit assessed at $2,150,000

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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Strata building, 2 units, built 1940

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13 new buildings and 7 demolitions within 300 m

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On or next to an arterial road (Macdonald St)

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Short-term rentals: only in your principal residence

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Not on the Heritage Register

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Outside the City floodplain

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About 3736 Macdonald St W

Units are assessed from $2,150,000 to $2,150,000; the typical unit is $2,150,000. Rebuilt after a 2021 demolition. School catchment: Trafalgar Elementary and Prince of Wales Secondary.

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Assessment history of 3736 Macdonald St W

Whole building, 2 units: units are assessed from $2,150,000 to $2,150,000, typical unit $2,150,000.

2026$2,150,000

Permits on this building · 3 since 2017

Oct 2021 · New building, duplex w/secondary suite$856,250

2 more permits in the full report

Schools and parks near 3736 Macdonald St W

Elementary catchmentTrafalgar Elementary

Secondary catchmentPrince of Wales Secondary

Trafalgar Elementary417 m

Carnarvon Community Elementary562 m

Lord Kitchener Elementary974 m

Carnarvon Park449 m

Trafalgar Park526 m

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Transit near 3736 Macdonald St W

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)3.8 km

Southbound Macdonald St @ W 21 Ave · 2, N2224 m

Northbound Macdonald St @ W 22 Ave · 2, N2237 m

Southbound Macdonald St @ Alamein Ave · 2, N22402 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 2, N22

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front4 · Japanese Hornbeam, Sunburst Honeylocust

Ground elevation≈ 23 m above sea level

Slope across the lotFlat

Nearest arterial roadMacdonald St, 18 m

Truck route18 m

Crime near 3736 Macdonald St W

Incidents within 400 m in the last 12 months, by type: in the full report.

Rezoning and development nearby

Within 300 m in the last two years: 13 new-building permits and 7 demolition permits.

New buildings nearby:

Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.

In Arbutus Ridge, the City issued 119 new-building permits and 70 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood

Questions about 3736 Macdonald St W

What are the units at 3736 Macdonald St W assessed at?

Units are assessed from $2,150,000 to $2,150,000; the typical unit is $2,150,000.

When was 3736 Macdonald St W built?

In 1940, according to BC Assessment.

What is the zoning of 3736 Macdonald St W?

It is zoned R1-1 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More

Is 3736 Macdonald St W in a floodplain?

No. It is outside the floodplains designated by the City of Vancouver. More

Is 3736 Macdonald St W on the Heritage Register?

No. It is not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register. More

Can 3736 Macdonald St W be rented short term (Airbnb)?

Only as the owner’s or tenant’s principal residence, with a City business licence and a provincial registration number; a second home or investment unit cannot be rented for less than 90 days. The strata bylaws can also ban it. More

What building permits has 3736 Macdonald St W had?

The City has issued 3 permits since 2017. The latest, from Oct 2021: new building ($856,250). More

Which schools serve 3736 Macdonald St W?

Elementary: Trafalgar Elementary. Secondary: Prince of Wales Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 3736 Macdonald St W?

King Edward Station is 3.8 km away in a straight line.

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