5820 Alma St, Vancouver, BC

A 2-unit strata building, built 1929 on a 632 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 89% of the buildings on Alma St.

Typical unit, 2026
$2,728,000
Zoning
R1-1
Strata units
2
Built
1929
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What the records show for 5820 Alma St

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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What the record says
Built 1929.
What it means
Buildings from before 1990 can contain asbestos in drywall compound, flooring, insulation and stucco. The City asks for a hazardous materials survey before it permits renovation or demolition of these buildings.
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Budget for a hazardous materials survey and, if asbestos is found, removal by a certified contractor before any renovation.

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

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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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Typical unit assessed at $2,728,000

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Strata building, 2 units, built 1929

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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 5820 Alma St

Units are assessed from $2,728,000 to $2,728,000; the typical unit is $2,728,000. Rebuilt after a 2022 demolition. School catchment: Southlands Elementary and Point Grey Secondary.

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Assessment history of 5820 Alma St

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Whole building, 2 units: units are assessed from $2,728,000 to $2,728,000, typical unit $2,728,000.

2026$2,728,000

Permits on this building · 3 since 2017

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Apr 2022 · New building, duplex w/secondary suite$1,209,185
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Schools and parks near 5820 Alma St
Elementary catchmentSouthlands Elementary
Secondary catchmentPoint Grey Secondary
Kerrisdale Annex666 m
Crofton House673 m
Southlands Elementary961 m
Musqueam Park544 m
Malkin Park726 m

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Transit near 5820 Alma St
Nearest SkyTrain: YVR-Airport (Canada Line)4.4 km
Dunbar Loop bus loop · 2, 7, 41, 49, N22, R4113 m
Southbound Dunbar St @ W 39 Ave · 7282 m
Southbound Dunbar St @ SW Marine Dr · 49291 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 2, 7, 41, 49, N22, R4

Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in front1 · Bur Oak
Ground elevation≈ 28 m above sea level
Slope across the lotSloped, about 6 m
Nearest arterial roadDunbar St, 82 m
Truck route82 m

Crime near 5820 Alma 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: 3 new-building permits and 5 demolition permits.

New buildings nearby:

Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.

In Dunbar-Southlands, the City issued 199 new-building permits and 126 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood

Questions about 5820 Alma St

What are the units at 5820 Alma St assessed at?

Units are assessed from $2,728,000 to $2,728,000; the typical unit is $2,728,000.

When was 5820 Alma St built?

In 1929, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1990.

What is the zoning of 5820 Alma St?

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

Is 5820 Alma St in a floodplain?

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

Is 5820 Alma St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 5820 Alma 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. The strata bylaws can also ban it. More

What building permits has 5820 Alma St had?

The City has issued 3 permits since 2017. The latest, from Apr 2022: new building ($1,209,185). More

Which schools serve 5820 Alma St?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 5820 Alma St?

YVR-Airport Station is 4.4 km away in a straight line.

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