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3421 W 38th Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1930 on a 508 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 77% of the buildings on W 38th Ave.

Assessed 2026

$3,359,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 508 m²

Built

1930

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What the records show for 3421 W 38th Ave

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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 5 homes

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What the record says: Lot about 508 m², 15.2 m wide and 33.4 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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Built 1930: ask about a buried oil tank

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1 permit on this lot since 2017

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Assessed at $3,359,000, +13% since 2021

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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5 new buildings and 6 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 3421 W 38th Ave

Assessed at $3,359,000 for 2026 (−6% on 2025). Assessed higher than 40% of the houses on W 38th Ave. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Nov 2020: addition or alteration, single detached house with suite ($5,000). School catchment: Kerrisdale Elementary and Point Grey Secondary.

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Assessment history of 3421 W 38th Ave

2026$3,359,000

Up 13% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Nov 2020 · Addition or alteration, single detached house with suite$5,000

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 508 m²

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 3421 W 38th Ave

Elementary catchmentKerrisdale Elementary

Secondary catchmentPoint Grey Secondary

Crofton House535 m

Kerrisdale Elementary557 m

Kerrisdale Annex610 m

Malkin Park719 m

How catchments work

Transit near 3421 W 38th Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: Oakridge-41st Avenue (Canada Line)4.7 km

Northbound Dunbar St @ W 38 Ave · 7334 m

Southbound Dunbar St @ W 37 Ave · 7350 m

Northbound Dunbar St @ W 39 Ave · 7357 m

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

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front1 · Kwanzan Flowering Cherry

Ground elevation≈ 60 m above sea level

Slope across the lotGentle slope, about 2 m

Arterial roadsNone within 300 m

Crime near 3421 W 38th 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: 5 new-building permits and 6 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 3421 W 38th Ave

What is 3421 W 38th Ave assessed at?

$3,359,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 3421 W 38th Ave built?

In 1930, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1995.

What is the zoning of 3421 W 38th Ave?

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

What can be built at 3421 W 38th Ave?

Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a multiplex, 5 homes. It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More

Is 3421 W 38th Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 3421 W 38th Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 3421 W 38th 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 3421 W 38th Ave had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Nov 2020: addition or alteration ($5,000). More

Which schools serve 3421 W 38th Ave?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 3421 W 38th Ave?

Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 4.7 km away in a straight line.

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