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2429 Mcbain Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1955 on a 611 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 50% of the buildings on Mcbain Ave.

Assessed 2026

$3,190,300

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 611 m²

Built

1955

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What the records show for 2429 Mcbain Ave

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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 6 homes (8 if all rental)

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What the record says: Lot about 611 m², 16.8 m wide and 36.6 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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1 permit on this lot since 2017, 1 in the last 3 years

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Built 1955: ask about a buried oil tank

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Assessed at $3,190,300, +5% 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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9 new buildings and 6 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 2429 Mcbain Ave

Assessed at $3,190,300 for 2026 (−8% on 2025). Assessed higher than 23% of the houses on Mcbain Ave. The land is 98% of the value. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Feb 2026: addition or alteration, single detached house ($12,000). School catchment: Trafalgar Elementary and Prince of Wales Secondary.

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Assessment history of 2429 Mcbain Ave

2026$3,190,300

Up 5% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Feb 2026 · Addition or alteration, single detached house$12,000

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 611 m²

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 2429 Mcbain Ave

Elementary catchmentTrafalgar Elementary

Secondary catchmentPrince of Wales Secondary

Trafalgar Elementary363 m

Prince of Wales Secondary404 m

Trafalgar Park240 m

Arbutus Village Park386 m

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Transit near 2429 Mcbain Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)3.3 km

Eastbound W King Edward Ave @ Brakenridge St · 25128 m

Westbound W King Edward Ave @ Valley Dr · 25130 m

Eastbound W King Edward Ave @ Valley Dr · 25173 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 25

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front1 · Kwanzan Flowering Cherry

Ground elevation≈ 28 m above sea level

Slope across the lotFlat

Nearest arterial roadW King Edward Ave, 78 m

Crime near 2429 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: 9 new-building permits and 6 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 2429 Mcbain Ave

What is 2429 Mcbain Ave assessed at?

$3,190,300 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 2429 Mcbain Ave built?

In 1955, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1957.

What is the zoning of 2429 Mcbain Ave?

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

What can be built at 2429 Mcbain Ave?

Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a multiplex, 6 homes (8 if all rental). It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More

Is 2429 Mcbain Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 2429 Mcbain Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 2429 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 2429 Mcbain Ave had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Feb 2026: addition or alteration ($12,000). More

Which schools serve 2429 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 2429 Mcbain Ave?

King Edward Station is 3.3 km away in a straight line.

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