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2298 Mcbain Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1974 on a 17,247 m² CD-1 (78) lot with a rear lane. Built in the same years as many buildings on Mcbain Ave.

Assessed 2026

$49,070,000

Zoning

CD-1 (78)

Lot

≈ 17,247 m²

Built

1974

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What the records show for 2298 Mcbain Ave

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Zoned CD-1 (78)

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What the record says: Lot about 17,247 m², measured from the City lot outline. Zoning district CD-1 (78) (CD).
What it means: The zoning district sets what can be built and how the property can be used.
What to do: Read the district schedule or ask the City if you plan changes.

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Combined sewer on this block

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No building permits on record since 2017

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Assessed at $49,070,000, −54% since 2021

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Value is almost all land

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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6 new buildings and 4 demolitions within 300 m

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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 2298 Mcbain Ave

Assessed at $49,070,000 for 2026 (−47% on 2025). The highest assessed house on Mcbain Ave. The land is 99% of the value. The lot is larger than 100% of the lots in Arbutus Ridge. School catchment: Trafalgar Elementary and Prince of Wales Secondary.

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Assessment history of 2298 Mcbain Ave

2026$49,070,000

Down 54% since 2021

Permits on this lot · none since 2017

The City has issued no building permits for this lot since 2017.

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 17,247 m²

ZoningCD-1 (78)

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 2298 Mcbain Ave

Elementary catchmentTrafalgar Elementary

Secondary catchmentPrince of Wales Secondary

Trafalgar Elementary489 m

Prince of Wales Secondary491 m

York House Little School931 m

Arbutus Village Park208 m

Trafalgar Park310 m

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Transit near 2298 Mcbain Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)3.1 km

Eastbound W King Edward Ave @ Valley Dr · 2582 m

Westbound W King Edward Ave @ Valley Dr · 25142 m

Westbound W King Edward Ave @ Yew St · 25247 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 16, 25

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in frontNone recorded

Ground elevation≈ 29 m above sea level

Elevation change across the siteabout 3 m

Nearest arterial roadW King Edward Ave, 95 m

Railway line435 m

Crime near 2298 Mcbain Ave

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: 6 new-building permits and 4 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 2298 Mcbain Ave

What is 2298 Mcbain Ave assessed at?

$49,070,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 2298 Mcbain Ave built?

In 1974, according to BC Assessment.

What is the zoning of 2298 Mcbain Ave?

It is zoned CD-1 (78) under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More

What can be built at 2298 Mcbain Ave?

It is in a comprehensive development (site-specific by-law) district (CD-1 (78)). The district schedule sets the number of homes, height and floor area. More

Is 2298 Mcbain Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 2298 Mcbain Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 2298 Mcbain Ave 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. More

What building permits has 2298 Mcbain Ave had?

None since 2017, when the City’s open permit records begin. More

Which schools serve 2298 Mcbain Ave?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 2298 Mcbain Ave?

King Edward Station is 3.1 km away in a straight line.

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Checked against City of Vancouver open data on October 25, 2026. How we check · Data sources · Glossary