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4740 Argyle St, Vancouver, BC

A 2-unit strata building, built 1912 on a 373 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 97% of the buildings on Argyle St.

Typical unit, 2026

$1,767,000

Zoning

R1-1

Strata units

2

Built

1912

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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What the record says: Built 1912.
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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4 permits on this lot since 2017, 1 in the last 3 years

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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 3–4 homes, borderline

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Rebuilt in 2022 after a demolition

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Typical unit assessed at $1,767,000; the building +38% since 2024

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Strata building, 2 units, built 1912

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10 new buildings and 8 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 4740 Argyle St

Units are assessed from $1,767,000 to $1,767,000; the typical unit is $1,767,000. Rebuilt after a 2023 demolition. School catchment: Selkirk Elementary and Gladstone Secondary. Nanaimo Station is 1.2 km away.

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Assessment history of 4740 Argyle St

Whole building, 2 units: units are assessed from $1,767,000 to $1,767,000, typical unit $1,767,000.

2026$1,767,000

Up 38% since 2024

Permits on this building · 4 since 2017

Dec 2023 · Demolition, single detached house$15,000

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Schools and parks near 4740 Argyle St

Elementary catchmentSelkirk Elementary

Secondary catchmentGladstone Secondary

Lord Selkirk Annex361 m

Sir Richard McBride Elementary596 m

Tecumseh Annex614 m

Kensington Park557 m

Kingcrest Park649 m

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Transit near 4740 Argyle St

Nearest SkyTrain: Nanaimo (Expo Line)1.2 km

Westbound E 33 Ave @ Argyle St · 33240 m

Eastbound E 33 Ave @ Argyle St · 33257 m

Southbound Victoria Dr @ E 31 Ave · 20, N20368 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 20, 33, N20

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in frontNone recorded

Ground elevation≈ 68 m above sea level

Slope across the lotGentle slope, about 2 m

Nearest arterial roadE 33rd Ave, 248 m

Crime near 4740 Argyle 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: 10 new-building permits and 8 demolition permits.

New buildings nearby:

Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.

In Kensington-Cedar Cottage, the City issued 213 new-building permits and 140 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood

Questions about 4740 Argyle St

What are the units at 4740 Argyle St assessed at?

Units are assessed from $1,767,000 to $1,767,000; the typical unit is $1,767,000.

When was 4740 Argyle St built?

In 1912, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1970.

What is the zoning of 4740 Argyle St?

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

Is 4740 Argyle St in a floodplain?

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

Is 4740 Argyle St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 4740 Argyle 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. The strata bylaws can also ban it. More

What building permits has 4740 Argyle St had?

The City has issued 4 permits since 2017. The latest, from Dec 2023: demolition ($15,000). More

Which schools serve 4740 Argyle St?

Elementary: Selkirk Elementary. Secondary: Gladstone Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 4740 Argyle St?

Nanaimo Station is 1.2 km away in a straight line.

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