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1521 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC
A freehold property, built 1928 on a 266 m² C-3A lot with a rear lane. Older than 90% of the buildings on W Broadway.
Assessed 2026
$2,236,000
Zoning
C-3A
Lot
≈ 266 m²
Built
1928
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What the records show for 1521 W Broadway
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Built 1928: ask about a buried oil tank
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Zoned C-3A
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Assessed at $2,236,000, −39% since 2021
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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating
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On or next to an arterial road (W Broadway)
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Not on the Heritage Register
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Outside the City floodplain
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About 1521 W Broadway
Assessed at $2,236,000 for 2026 (−35% on 2025). One of the lowest assessed houses on W Broadway. The lot is smaller than 95% of the lots in Fairview. 4 building permits since 2017. The latest, from Apr 2024: addition or alteration, retail store ($150,000). School catchment: Hudson Elementary and Kitsilano Secondary. Yaletown-Roundhouse Station is 1.7 km away.
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Permits on this lot · 4 since 2017
UnlockApr 2024 · Addition or alteration, retail store$150,000
3 more permits in the full report
The lot and zoning
UnlockSchools and parks near 1521 W Broadway
Elementary catchmentHudson Elementary
Secondary catchmentKitsilano Secondary
Peak House91 m
Vancouver Alternate91 m
Continuing Ed SD 3991 m
Granville Loop Park402 m
Sutcliffe Park646 m
Transit near 1521 W Broadway
Nearest SkyTrain: Yaletown-Roundhouse (Canada Line)1.7 km
Eastbound W Broadway @ Granville St · 9954 m
Westbound W Broadway @ Granville St · 9, 99, N1760 m
Eastbound W Broadway @ Fir St · 9, N1792 m
Bus routes within 400 m: 4, 7, 9, 10, 14, 16, 50, 99, N10, N17, N9
Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in frontNone recorded
Ground elevation≈ 41 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat
Nearest arterial roadW Broadway, 29 m
Railway line339 m
Truck route29 m
Crime near 1521 W Broadway
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Crime near 1521 W Broadway
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: 1 new-building permit and 4 demolition permits.
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 1521 W Broadway
What is 1521 W Broadway assessed at?
$2,236,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.
When was 1521 W Broadway built?
In 1928, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1970.
What is the zoning of 1521 W Broadway?
It is zoned C-3A under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More
What can be built at 1521 W Broadway?
It is in a commercial district (C-3A). The district schedule sets the number of homes, height and floor area. More
Is 1521 W Broadway in a floodplain?
No. It is outside the floodplains designated by the City of Vancouver. More
Is 1521 W Broadway on the Heritage Register?
No. It is not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register. More
What building permits has 1521 W Broadway had?
The City has issued 4 permits since 2017. The latest, from Apr 2024: addition or alteration ($150,000). More
Which schools serve 1521 W Broadway?
Elementary: Hudson Elementary. Secondary: Kitsilano Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.
How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 1521 W Broadway?
Yaletown-Roundhouse Station is 1.7 km away in a straight line.
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