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5591 Mackenzie St, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1931 on a 976 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 83% of the buildings on Mackenzie St.

Assessed 2026

$6,281,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 976 m²

Built

1931

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What the records show for 5591 Mackenzie St

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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What the record says: Built 1931.
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.
What to do: 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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Built 1931: ask about a buried oil tank

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Combined sewer on this block

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2 permits on this lot since 2017

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A permit is filed under another civic number

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Assessed at $6,281,000, +138% since 2021

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9 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 5591 Mackenzie St

Assessed at $6,281,000 for 2026 (+54% on 2025). Assessed higher than 89% of the houses on Mackenzie St. The lot is larger than 95% of the lots in Dunbar-Southlands. 2 building permits since 2017. The latest, from Dec 2022: addition or alteration, single detached house ($1,200,000). School catchment: Kerrisdale Elementary and Point Grey Secondary.

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Assessment history of 5591 Mackenzie St

2026$6,281,000

Up 138% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 2 since 2017

Dec 2022 · Addition or alteration, single detached house$1,200,000

1 more permit in the full report

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 976 m²

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 5591 Mackenzie St

Elementary catchmentKerrisdale Elementary

Secondary catchmentPoint Grey Secondary

Kerrisdale Elementary188 m

Crofton House512 m

Kerrisdale Annex570 m

Elm Park582 m

Malkin Park603 m

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Transit near 5591 Mackenzie St

Nearest SkyTrain: Oakridge-41st Avenue (Canada Line)4.0 km

Westbound W 41 Ave @ Mackenzie St · 2, 41, N22107 m

Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Mackenzie St · 41147 m

Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Carnarvon St · R4167 m

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

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in frontNone recorded

Ground elevation≈ 66 m above sea level

Slope across the lotFlat

Nearest arterial roadW 41st Ave, 115 m

Truck route48 m

Crime near 5591 Mackenzie 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: 9 new-building permits and 3 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 5591 Mackenzie St

What is 5591 Mackenzie St assessed at?

$6,281,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 5591 Mackenzie St built?

In 1931, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1960.

What is the zoning of 5591 Mackenzie St?

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

What can be built at 5591 Mackenzie St?

Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a multiplex, 6 homes (8 if all rental), right at the minimum size, so a survey decides. It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More

Is 5591 Mackenzie St in a floodplain?

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

Is 5591 Mackenzie St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 5591 Mackenzie 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 5591 Mackenzie St had?

The City has issued 2 permits since 2017. The latest, from Dec 2022: addition or alteration ($1,200,000). More

Which schools serve 5591 Mackenzie St?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 5591 Mackenzie St?

Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 4.0 km away in a straight line.

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