6909 Arbutus Diversion, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1948 on a 716 m² R1-1 lot. Older than 68% of the buildings in Kerrisdale.

Assessed 2026
$2,364,400
Zoning
R1-1
Lot
≈ 716 m²
Built
1948
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What the records show for 6909 Arbutus Diversion

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R1-1 lot: fits a duplex, up to 2 suites

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What the record says
Lot about 716 m², 27.0 m wide and 50.2 m deep, measured from the City lot outline. Rear lane: not found.
What it means
Lot size, width and lane access decide what can be built under R1-1.
What to do
If redevelopment is part of the price, order a survey and ask the City before you remove subjects.

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Built 1948: ask about a buried oil tank

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Combined sewer on this block

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No building permits on record since 2017

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Assessed at $2,364,400, +10% since 2021

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Value is almost all land

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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9 new buildings and 3 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 6909 Arbutus Diversion

Assessed at $2,364,400 for 2026 (−6% on 2025). One of the lowest assessed houses in Kerrisdale. The land is 99% of the value. School catchment: Maple Grove Elementary and Magee Secondary.

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Assessment history of 6909 Arbutus Diversion

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2026$2,364,400
Up 10% since 2021
20202026

Permits on this lot · none since 2017

The City has issued no building permits for this lot since 2017.

The lot and zoning

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Area≈ 716 m²
ZoningR1-1
Rear laneNo lane found
Frontage and depth
What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 6909 Arbutus Diversion

Elementary catchmentMaple Grove Elementary
Secondary catchmentMagee Secondary
Dr R E McKechnie Elementary555 m
Magee Secondary720 m
Maple Grove Elementary809 m
Maple Grove Park359 m
Arbutus Park670 m

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Transit near 6909 Arbutus Diversion

Nearest SkyTrain: Langara-49th Avenue (Canada Line)2.8 km
Southbound West Blvd @ W 53 Ave · 16224 m
Eastbound W 51 Ave @ Arbutus St · 16263 m
Northbound West Blvd @ W 54 Ave · 16271 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 16

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front6 · Kobus Magnolia, Autumn Flame Red Maple
Ground elevation≈ 43 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat, about 1 m
Nearest arterial roadSw Marine Dr, 251 m
Railway line229 m

Crime near 6909 Arbutus Diversion

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Incidents within 400 m in the last 12 months, by type: in the full report.

Rezoning and development nearby

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Within 300 m in the last two years: 9 new-building permits and 3 demolition permits.

New buildings nearby:

Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.

In Kerrisdale, the City issued 137 new-building permits and 72 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood

Questions about 6909 Arbutus Diversion

What is 6909 Arbutus Diversion assessed at?

$2,364,400 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 6909 Arbutus Diversion built?

In 1948, according to BC Assessment.

What is the zoning of 6909 Arbutus Diversion?

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

What can be built at 6909 Arbutus Diversion?

Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a duplex, up to 2 suites. No rear lane was found, so a laneway home is unlikely. More

Is 6909 Arbutus Diversion in a floodplain?

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

Is 6909 Arbutus Diversion on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 6909 Arbutus Diversion 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 6909 Arbutus Diversion had?

None since 2017, when the City’s open permit records begin. More

Which schools serve 6909 Arbutus Diversion?

Elementary: Maple Grove Elementary. Secondary: Magee Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 6909 Arbutus Diversion?

Langara-49th Avenue Station is 2.8 km away in a straight line.

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