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2656 Mcbain Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 2010 on a 590 m² R1-1 lot. Newer than 78% of the buildings on Mcbain Ave.

Assessed 2026

$4,480,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 590 m²

Built

2010

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What the records show for 2656 Mcbain Ave

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R1-1 lot: fits a duplex, up to 2 suites

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What the record says: Lot about 590 m², 16.7 m wide and 37.0 m deep, measured from the City lot outline. Rear lane: not found.
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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1 permit on this lot since 2017

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Assessed at $4,480,000, +5% since 2021

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17 new buildings and 8 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 2656 Mcbain Ave

Assessed at $4,480,000 for 2026 (−7% on 2025). Assessed higher than 70% of the houses on Mcbain Ave. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Nov 2017: addition or alteration, single detached house with suite ($250,000). School catchment: Trafalgar Elementary and Prince of Wales Secondary.

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Assessment history of 2656 Mcbain Ave

2026$4,480,000

Up 5% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Nov 2017 · Addition or alteration, single detached house with suite$250,000

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 590 m²

Rear laneNo lane found

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 2656 Mcbain Ave

Elementary catchmentTrafalgar Elementary

Secondary catchmentPrince of Wales Secondary

Trafalgar Elementary362 m

Prince of Wales Secondary366 m

Ivy Montessori School994 m

Park Site on Trafalgar Street312 m

Park Site on Puget Drive349 m

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Transit near 2656 Mcbain Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)3.5 km

Eastbound W King Edward Ave @ Brakenridge St · 25204 m

Westbound W King Edward Ave @ Trafalgar St · 25215 m

Eastbound W King Edward Ave @ Puget Dr · 25290 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 2, 25, N22

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in frontNone recorded

Ground elevation≈ 31 m above sea level

Slope across the lotFlat, about 1 m

Nearest arterial roadW King Edward Ave, 129 m

Crime near 2656 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: 17 new-building permits and 8 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 2656 Mcbain Ave

What is 2656 Mcbain Ave assessed at?

$4,480,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 2656 Mcbain Ave built?

In 2010, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 2014.

What is the zoning of 2656 Mcbain Ave?

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

What can be built at 2656 Mcbain Ave?

Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a duplex, up to 2 suites. No rear lane was found, so a laneway home is unlikely. More

Is 2656 Mcbain Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 2656 Mcbain Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 2656 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 2656 Mcbain Ave had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Nov 2017: addition or alteration ($250,000). More

Which schools serve 2656 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 2656 Mcbain Ave?

King Edward Station is 3.5 km away in a straight line.

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