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4189 Yew St, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1974 on a 9,889 m² CD-1 (642) lot with a rear lane. Older than 61% of the buildings on Yew St.

Assessed 2026

$160,329,000

Zoning

CD-1 (642)

Lot

≈ 9,889 m²

Built

1974

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What the records show for 4189 Yew St

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Zoned CD-1 (642)

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What the record says: Lot about 9,889 m², measured from the City lot outline. Zoning district CD-1 (642) (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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Rebuilt in 2022 after a demolition

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3 permits on this lot since 2017

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Assessed at $160,329,000, +120% since 2021

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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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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Separated storm and sanitary sewers

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About 4189 Yew St

Assessed at $160,329,000 for 2026 (+56% on 2025). The highest assessed house on Yew St. The lot is larger than 100% of the lots in Arbutus Ridge. Rebuilt after a 2022 demolition. School catchment: Trafalgar Elementary and Prince of Wales Secondary.

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Assessment history of 4189 Yew St

2026$160,329,000

Up 120% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 3 since 2017

Jul 2022 · New building, parking garage, multiple dwelling, retail store, not applicable$132,000,000

2 more permits in the full report

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 9,889 m²

ZoningCD-1 (642)

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 4189 Yew St

Elementary catchmentTrafalgar Elementary

Secondary catchmentPrince of Wales Secondary

Prince of Wales Secondary513 m

Trafalgar Elementary685 m

Shaughnessy Elementary844 m

Arbutus Village Park117 m

Prince of Wales Park489 m

How catchments work

Transit near 4189 Yew St

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)2.9 km

Southbound Arbutus St @ Lahb Ave · 16157 m

Northbound Arbutus St @ Nanton Ave · 16191 m

Eastbound W King Edward Ave @ Valley Dr · 25271 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 4 m

Nearest arterial roadYew St, 54 m

Railway line291 m

Crime near 4189 Yew St

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: 1 new-building permit and 5 demolition permits.

New buildings nearby:

4330 Arbutus St Sep 2025

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 4189 Yew St

What is 4189 Yew St assessed at?

$160,329,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 4189 Yew St built?

In 1974, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1980.

What is the zoning of 4189 Yew St?

It is zoned CD-1 (642) under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More

What can be built at 4189 Yew St?

It is in a comprehensive development (site-specific by-law) district (CD-1 (642)). The district schedule sets the number of homes, height and floor area. More

Is 4189 Yew St in a floodplain?

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

Is 4189 Yew St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 4189 Yew 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 4189 Yew St had?

The City has issued 3 permits since 2017. The latest, from Jul 2022: new building ($132,000,000). More

Which schools serve 4189 Yew St?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 4189 Yew St?

King Edward Station is 2.9 km away in a straight line.

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