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5525 Balaclava St, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1994 on a 697 m² R1-1 lot. Newer than 86% of the buildings on Balaclava St.

Assessed 2026

$4,043,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 697 m²

Built

1994

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What the records show for 5525 Balaclava St

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

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What the record says: Lot about 697 m², 21.9 m wide and 31.8 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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1 permit on this lot since 2017, 1 in the last 3 years

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Combined sewer on this block

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Assessed at $4,043,000, +13% since 2021

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7 new buildings and 10 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 5525 Balaclava St

Assessed at $4,043,000 for 2026 (−5% on 2025). Assessed higher than 50% of the houses on Balaclava St. The land is 85% of the value. The lot is larger than 80% of the lots in Dunbar-Southlands. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Dec 2023: addition or alteration, single detached house with suite ($15,000). School catchment: Kerrisdale Elementary and Point Grey Secondary.

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Assessment history of 5525 Balaclava St

2026$4,043,000

Up 13% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Dec 2023 · Addition or alteration, single detached house with suite$15,000

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 697 m²

Rear laneNo lane found

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 5525 Balaclava St

Elementary catchmentKerrisdale Elementary

Secondary catchmentPoint Grey Secondary

Kerrisdale Elementary255 m

Crofton House299 m

Kerrisdale Annex390 m

Malkin Park490 m

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Transit near 5525 Balaclava St

Nearest SkyTrain: Oakridge-41st Avenue (Canada Line)4.4 km

Westbound W 41 Ave @ Blenheim St · 2, 41, N22187 m

Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Blenheim St · 2, 41, N22209 m

Westbound W 41 Ave @ Carnarvon St · 2, 41, N22267 m

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

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front5 · Redbud Crabapple, Sycamore Maple

Ground elevation≈ 59 m above sea level

Slope across the lotFlat, about 1 m

Nearest arterial roadW 41st Ave, 179 m

Crime near 5525 Balaclava 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: 7 new-building permits and 10 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 5525 Balaclava St

What is 5525 Balaclava St assessed at?

$4,043,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 5525 Balaclava St built?

In 1994, according to BC Assessment.

What is the zoning of 5525 Balaclava St?

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

What can be built at 5525 Balaclava St?

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 5525 Balaclava St in a floodplain?

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

Is 5525 Balaclava St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 5525 Balaclava 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 5525 Balaclava St had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Dec 2023: addition or alteration ($15,000). More

Which schools serve 5525 Balaclava St?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 5525 Balaclava St?

Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 4.4 km away in a straight line.

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