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795 Durward Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1918 on a 342 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 78% of the buildings on Durward Ave.

Assessed 2026

$1,779,700

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 342 m²

Built

1918

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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What the record says: Built 1918.
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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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 3–4 homes, borderline

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Built 1918: ask about a buried oil tank

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Sloped lot: about 4 m of fall

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1 permit on this lot since 2017

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A permit is filed under another civic number

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Assessed at $1,779,700, +26% since 2021

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Value is almost all land

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9 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 795 Durward Ave

Assessed at $1,779,700 for 2026 (−6% on 2025). Assessed higher than 14% of the houses on Durward Ave. The land is 98% of the value. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Dec 2017: new building, laneway house ($147,030). School catchment: McBride Elementary and Sir Charles Tupper Secondary. King Edward Station is 2.2 km away.

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Assessment history of 795 Durward Ave

2026$1,779,700

Up 26% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Dec 2017 · New building, laneway house$147,030

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 342 m²

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 795 Durward Ave

Elementary catchmentMcBride Elementary

Secondary catchmentSir Charles Tupper Secondary

Sir Richard McBride Annex255 m

Sir Alexander Mackenzie StrongStart731 m

Sir Alexander Mackenzie Elementary731 m

Grays Park233 m

Cartier Park775 m

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Transit near 795 Durward Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)2.2 km

Eastbound E 33 Ave @ Fraser St · 33148 m

Northbound Fraser St @ E 33 Ave · 8, N8155 m

Westbound E 33 Ave @ Fraser St · 33202 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 8, 33, N8

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front3 · Kobus Magnolia, Western Red Cedar

Ground elevation≈ 73 m above sea level

Slope across the lotSloped, about 4 m

Nearest arterial roadE 33rd Ave, 84 m

Crime near 795 Durward 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: 9 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 795 Durward Ave

What is 795 Durward Ave assessed at?

$1,779,700 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 795 Durward Ave built?

In 1918, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1965.

What is the zoning of 795 Durward Ave?

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

What can be built at 795 Durward Ave?

Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a multiplex, 3–4 homes, right at the minimum size, so a survey decides. It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More

Is 795 Durward Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 795 Durward Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 795 Durward 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 795 Durward Ave had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Dec 2017: new building ($147,030). More

Which schools serve 795 Durward Ave?

Elementary: McBride Elementary. Secondary: Sir Charles Tupper Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 795 Durward Ave?

King Edward Station is 2.2 km away in a straight line.

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