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5525 Blenheim St, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1920 on a 578 m² R1-1 lot. Older than 97% of the buildings on Blenheim St.

Assessed 2026

$3,172,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 578 m²

Built

1920

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What the records show for 5525 Blenheim 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 578 m², 18.7 m wide and 30.9 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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Built 1920: ask about a buried oil tank

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1 permit on this lot since 2017

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Assessed at $3,172,000, +8% since 2021

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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6 new buildings and 12 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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Separated storm and sanitary sewers

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About 5525 Blenheim St

Assessed at $3,172,000 for 2026 (−5% on 2025). Assessed higher than 70% of the houses on Blenheim St. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Mar 2017: addition or alteration, single detached house ($100,000). School catchment: Kerrisdale Elementary and Point Grey Secondary.

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Assessment history of 5525 Blenheim St

2026$3,172,000

Up 8% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Mar 2017 · Addition or alteration, single detached house$100,000

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 578 m²

Rear laneNo lane found

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 5525 Blenheim St

Elementary catchmentKerrisdale Elementary

Secondary catchmentPoint Grey Secondary

Crofton House304 m

Kerrisdale Annex383 m

Kerrisdale Elementary403 m

Malkin Park492 m

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Transit near 5525 Blenheim St

Nearest SkyTrain: Oakridge-41st Avenue (Canada Line)4.6 km

Westbound W 41 Ave @ Blenheim St · 2, 41, N22161 m

Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Blenheim St · 2, 41, N22170 m

Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Collingwood St · 2, 41, N22247 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 2, 41, N22

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front2 · Akebono Flowering Cherry, Night Purple Leaf Plum

Ground elevation≈ 53 m above sea level

Slope across the lotGentle slope, about 2 m

Nearest arterial roadW 41st Ave, 155 m

Crime near 5525 Blenheim 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: 6 new-building permits and 12 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 Blenheim St

What is 5525 Blenheim St assessed at?

$3,172,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 5525 Blenheim St built?

In 1920, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 2000.

What is the zoning of 5525 Blenheim St?

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

What can be built at 5525 Blenheim 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 Blenheim St in a floodplain?

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

Is 5525 Blenheim St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 5525 Blenheim 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 Blenheim St had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Mar 2017: addition or alteration ($100,000). More

Which schools serve 5525 Blenheim 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 Blenheim St?

Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 4.6 km away in a straight line.

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