5188 Trafalgar St, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1990 on a 884 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Newer than 56% of the buildings on Trafalgar St.

Assessed 2026
$4,556,000
Zoning
R1-1
Lot
≈ 884 m²
Built
1990
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What the records show for 5188 Trafalgar St

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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 884 m², 21.7 m wide and 40.7 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.
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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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A permit is filed under another civic number

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Assessed at $4,556,000, +15% since 2021

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10 new buildings and 3 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 5188 Trafalgar St

Assessed at $4,556,000 for 2026 (−5% on 2025). Assessed higher than 87% of the houses on Trafalgar St. The land is 85% of the value. The lot is larger than 95% of the lots in Arbutus Ridge. 3 building permits since 2017. The latest, from Aug 2026: addition or alteration, single detached house ($15,000). School catchment: Kerrisdale Elementary and Point Grey Secondary.

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Assessment history of 5188 Trafalgar St

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2026$4,556,000
Up 15% since 2021
20202026

Permits on this lot · 3 since 2017

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Aug 2026 · Addition or alteration, single detached house$15,000
2 more permits in the full report

The lot and zoning

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Area≈ 884 m²
ZoningR1-1
Frontage and depth
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Schools and parks near 5188 Trafalgar St

Elementary catchmentKerrisdale Elementary
Secondary catchmentPoint Grey Secondary
Ivy Montessori School292 m
Kerrisdale Elementary703 m
Prince of Wales Secondary729 m
Park Site on Trafalgar Street529 m
Elm Park659 m

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Transit near 5188 Trafalgar St

Nearest SkyTrain: Oakridge-41st Avenue (Canada Line)3.6 km
Southbound Mackenzie St @ W 37 Ave · 2, N22395 m
Northbound Mackenzie St @ W 38 Ave · 2, N22399 m
Northbound Mackenzie St @ W 34 Ave · 2, N22413 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 2, N22

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front7 · Purple Leaf Sycamore Maple, English Oak
Ground elevation≈ 76 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat
Arterial roadsNone within 300 m

Crime near 5188 Trafalgar St

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

Rezoning and development nearby

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Within 300 m in the last two years: 10 new-building permits and 3 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 5188 Trafalgar St

What is 5188 Trafalgar St assessed at?

$4,556,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 5188 Trafalgar St built?

In 1990, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1991.

What is the zoning of 5188 Trafalgar St?

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

What can be built at 5188 Trafalgar St?

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 5188 Trafalgar St in a floodplain?

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

Is 5188 Trafalgar St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 5188 Trafalgar St 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 5188 Trafalgar St had?

The City has issued 3 permits since 2017. The latest, from Aug 2026: addition or alteration ($15,000). More

Which schools serve 5188 Trafalgar St?

Elementary: Kerrisdale Elementary. Secondary: Point Grey Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 5188 Trafalgar St?

Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 3.6 km away in a straight line.

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