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859 W 16th Ave, Vancouver, BC
A freehold property, built 1987 on a 946 m² R3-3 lot with a rear lane. Older than 61% of the buildings on W 16th Ave.
Assessed 2026
$2,956,000
Zoning
R3-3
Lot
≈ 946 m²
Built
1987
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What the records show for 859 W 16th Ave
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2 permits on this lot since 2017, 2 in the last 3 years
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Zoned R3-3
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Assessed at $2,956,000, −4% since 2021
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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating
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6 new buildings and 8 demolitions within 300 m
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On or next to an arterial road (W 16th Ave)
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Not on the Heritage Register
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Outside the City floodplain
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About 859 W 16th Ave
Assessed at $2,956,000 for 2026 (±0% on 2025). Assessed higher than 32% of the houses on W 16th Ave. 2 building permits since 2017. The latest, from Aug 2025: addition or alteration, multiple dwelling ($25,000). School catchment: Carr Elementary and Eric Hamber Secondary. Broadway-City Hall Station is 860 m away.
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Permits on this lot · 2 since 2017
UnlockAug 2025 · Addition or alteration, multiple dwelling$25,000
1 more permit in the full report
The lot and zoning
UnlockSchools and parks near 859 W 16th Ave
Elementary catchmentCarr Elementary
Secondary catchmentEric Hamber Secondary
Blessed Sacrament School299 m
L'Ecole Bilingue Elementary532 m
Edith Cavell Elementary649 m
Heather Park316 m
Douglas Park536 m
Transit near 859 W 16th Ave
Nearest SkyTrain: Broadway-City Hall (Canada Line)860 m
Eastbound W 16 Ave @ Willow St · 33120 m
Westbound W 16 Ave @ Heather St · 33198 m
Westbound W 16 Ave @ Oak St · 33270 m
Bus routes within 400 m: 17, 33
Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in front3 · Akebono Flowering Cherry, Hedge Maple
Ground elevation≈ 49 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat
Nearest arterial roadW 16th Ave, 23 m
Crime near 859 W 16th Ave
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Crime near 859 W 16th Ave
UnlockIncidents within 400 m in the last 12 months, by type: in the full report.
Rezoning and development nearby
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Rezoning and development nearby
UnlockWithin 300 m in the last two years: 6 new-building permits and 8 demolition permits.
New buildings nearby:
- 3380 Laurel St Jul 2025
- 755 W 18th Ave Oct 2025
- 950 W 17th Ave Dec 2024
- 888 W 17th Ave May 2025
Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.
In Fairview, the City issued 6 new-building permits and 12 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood
Questions about 859 W 16th Ave
What is 859 W 16th Ave assessed at?
$2,956,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.
When was 859 W 16th Ave built?
In 1987, according to BC Assessment.
What is the zoning of 859 W 16th Ave?
It is zoned R3-3 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More
Is 859 W 16th Ave in a floodplain?
No. It is outside the floodplains designated by the City of Vancouver. More
Is 859 W 16th Ave on the Heritage Register?
No. It is not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register. More
What building permits has 859 W 16th Ave had?
The City has issued 2 permits since 2017. The latest, from Aug 2025: addition or alteration ($25,000). More
Which schools serve 859 W 16th Ave?
Elementary: Carr Elementary. Secondary: Eric Hamber Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.
How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 859 W 16th Ave?
Broadway-City Hall Station is 860 m away in a straight line.
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