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2623 Mcbain Ave, Vancouver, BC

A 2-unit strata building, built 1955 on a 589 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 50% of the buildings on Mcbain Ave.

Typical unit, 2026

$3,607,000

Zoning

R1-1

Strata units

2

Built

1955

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What the records show for 2623 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 589 m², 16.7 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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3 permits on this lot since 2017, 3 in the last 3 years

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Combined sewer on this block

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Rebuilt in 2025 after a demolition

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Typical unit assessed at $3,607,000

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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Strata building, 2 units, built 1955

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15 new buildings and 7 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 2623 Mcbain Ave

Units are assessed from $3,607,000 to $3,607,000; the typical unit is $3,607,000. Rebuilt after a 2025 demolition. School catchment: Trafalgar Elementary and Prince of Wales Secondary.

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Assessment history of 2623 Mcbain Ave

Whole building, 2 units: units are assessed from $3,607,000 to $3,607,000, typical unit $3,607,000.

2026$0

Permits on this building · 3 since 2017

Sep 2025 · Demolition, single detached house$40,000

2 more permits in the full report

Schools and parks near 2623 Mcbain Ave

Elementary catchmentTrafalgar Elementary

Secondary catchmentPrince of Wales Secondary

Trafalgar Elementary324 m

Prince of Wales Secondary368 m

Trafalgar Park334 m

Park Site on Trafalgar Street385 m

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Transit near 2623 Mcbain Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)3.4 km

Eastbound W King Edward Ave @ Brakenridge St · 25128 m

Westbound W King Edward Ave @ Trafalgar St · 25233 m

Eastbound W King Edward Ave @ Puget Dr · 25325 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 2, 25, N22

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front2 · Hedge Maple, Pissard Plum

Ground elevation≈ 30 m above sea level

Slope across the lotFlat

Nearest arterial roadW King Edward Ave, 90 m

Crime near 2623 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: 15 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 2623 Mcbain Ave

What are the units at 2623 Mcbain Ave assessed at?

Units are assessed from $3,607,000 to $3,607,000; the typical unit is $3,607,000.

When was 2623 Mcbain Ave built?

In 1955, according to BC Assessment.

What is the zoning of 2623 Mcbain Ave?

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

Is 2623 Mcbain Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 2623 Mcbain Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 2623 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. The strata bylaws can also ban it. More

What building permits has 2623 Mcbain Ave had?

The City has issued 3 permits since 2017. The latest, from Sep 2025: demolition ($40,000). More

Which schools serve 2623 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 2623 Mcbain Ave?

King Edward Station is 3.4 km away in a straight line.

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