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2973 W 28th Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1977 on a 472 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Built in the same years as many buildings on W 28th Ave.

Assessed 2026

$3,157,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 472 m²

Built

1977

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What the records show for 2973 W 28th Ave

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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 3–4 homes

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What the record says: Lot about 472 m², 11.9 m wide and 39.6 m deep, measured from the City lot outline. Rear lane: yes.
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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Assessed at $3,157,000, +21% since 2021

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Value is almost all land

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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7 new buildings and 4 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 2973 W 28th Ave

Assessed at $3,157,000 for 2026 (−6% on 2025). Assessed higher than 45% of the houses on W 28th Ave. The land is 92% of the value. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Sep 2024: addition or alteration, single detached house ($122,000). School catchment: Kitchener Elementary and Prince of Wales Secondary.

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Assessment history of 2973 W 28th Ave

2026$3,157,000

Up 21% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Sep 2024 · Addition or alteration, single detached house$122,000

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 472 m²

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 2973 W 28th Ave

Elementary catchmentKitchener Elementary

Secondary catchmentPrince of Wales Secondary

Trafalgar Elementary626 m

Lord Kitchener Elementary699 m

Prince of Wales Secondary942 m

Park Site on Quesnel Drive155 m

Park Site on Puget Drive282 m

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Transit near 2973 W 28th Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)4.1 km

Southbound Mackenzie St @ W 29 Ave · 2, N22204 m

Northbound Mackenzie St @ W 30 Ave · 2, N22240 m

Northbound Quesnel Dr @ W King Edward Ave · 2, N22247 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 2, 25, N22

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front1 · Columnar Norway Maple

Ground elevation≈ 71 m above sea level

Slope across the lotFlat, about 1 m

Nearest arterial roadW King Edward Ave, 257 m

Truck route133 m

Crime near 2973 W 28th Ave

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 4 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 2973 W 28th Ave

What is 2973 W 28th Ave assessed at?

$3,157,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 2973 W 28th Ave built?

In 1977, according to BC Assessment.

What is the zoning of 2973 W 28th Ave?

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

What can be built at 2973 W 28th Ave?

Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a multiplex, 3–4 homes. It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More

Is 2973 W 28th Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 2973 W 28th Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 2973 W 28th Ave 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 2973 W 28th Ave had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Sep 2024: addition or alteration ($122,000). More

Which schools serve 2973 W 28th Ave?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 2973 W 28th Ave?

King Edward Station is 4.1 km away in a straight line.

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