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778 E 27th Ave, Vancouver, BC

A 2-unit strata building, built 1912 on a 467 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 91% of the buildings on E 27th Ave.

Typical unit, 2026

$3,328,000

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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Major improvement in 2018, no permit found

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

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2 permits on this lot since 2017

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Typical unit assessed at $3,328,000

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Strata building, 2 units, built 1912

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12 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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About 778 E 27th Ave

Units are assessed from $3,328,000 to $3,328,000; the typical unit is $3,328,000. 2 building permits since 2017. The latest, from Jun 2021: new building, infill single detached house ($340,000). School catchment: McBride Elementary and Sir Charles Tupper Secondary. King Edward Station is 2.0 km away.

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Assessment history of 778 E 27th Ave

Whole building, 2 units: units are assessed from $3,328,000 to $3,328,000, typical unit $3,328,000.

2026$3,328,000

Permits on this building · 2 since 2017

Jun 2021 · New building, infill single detached house$340,000

1 more permit in the full report

Schools and parks near 778 E 27th Ave

Elementary catchmentMcBride Elementary

Secondary catchmentSir Charles Tupper Secondary

Sir Richard McBride Annex544 m

Sir Charles Tupper Secondary598 m

Charles Dickens Annex617 m

Glen Park562 m

Grays Park623 m

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Transit near 778 E 27th Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)2.0 km

Northbound Fraser St @ E 28 Ave · 8, N8115 m

Southbound Fraser St @ E 27 Ave · 8, N8123 m

Southbound Fraser St @ E 29 Ave · 8, N8254 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 8, 25, N8

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front1 · Basswood

Ground elevation≈ 61 m above sea level

Slope across the lotFlat

Nearest arterial roadFraser St, 115 m

Truck route115 m

Crime near 778 E 27th 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: 12 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 778 E 27th Ave

What are the units at 778 E 27th Ave assessed at?

Units are assessed from $3,328,000 to $3,328,000; the typical unit is $3,328,000.

When was 778 E 27th Ave built?

In 1912, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 2018.

What is the zoning of 778 E 27th Ave?

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

Is 778 E 27th Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 778 E 27th Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 778 E 27th 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. The strata bylaws can also ban it. More

What building permits has 778 E 27th Ave had?

The City has issued 2 permits since 2017. The latest, from Jun 2021: new building ($340,000). More

Which schools serve 778 E 27th 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 778 E 27th Ave?

King Edward Station is 2.0 km away in a straight line.

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