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6989 Arbutus Diversion, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1992 on a 1,017 m² R1-1 lot. Newer than 64% of the buildings in Kerrisdale.

Assessed 2026

$3,593,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 1,017 m²

Built

1992

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What the records show for 6989 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 1,017 m², 32.1 m wide and 50.6 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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Combined sewer on this block

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No building permits on record since 2017

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Assessed at $3,593,000, +14% since 2021

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Value is almost all land

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15 new buildings and 6 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 6989 Arbutus Diversion

Assessed at $3,593,000 for 2026 (−6% on 2025). Assessed higher than 48% of the houses in Kerrisdale. The land is 91% of the value. The lot is larger than 75% of the lots in Kerrisdale. School catchment: Maple Grove Elementary and Magee Secondary.

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Assessment history of 6989 Arbutus Diversion

2026$3,593,000

Up 14% since 2021

Permits on this lot · none since 2017

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

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 1,017 m²

Rear laneNo lane found

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 6989 Arbutus Diversion

Elementary catchmentMaple Grove Elementary

Secondary catchmentMagee Secondary

Dr R E McKechnie Elementary466 m

Magee Secondary782 m

Maple Grove Elementary874 m

Maple Grove Park433 m

Arbutus Park587 m

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Transit near 6989 Arbutus Diversion

Nearest SkyTrain: Langara-49th Avenue (Canada Line)2.8 km

Southbound West Blvd @ W 53 Ave · 16192 m

Northbound West Blvd @ W 54 Ave · 16217 m

Northbound West Blvd @ W 51 Ave · 16337 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 16

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front9 · Columnar Norway Maple, Crimean Linden

Ground elevation≈ 42 m above sea level

Slope across the lotFlat, about 2 m

Nearest arterial roadSw Marine Dr, 271 m

Railway line218 m

Crime near 6989 Arbutus Diversion

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: 15 new-building permits and 6 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 6989 Arbutus Diversion

What is 6989 Arbutus Diversion assessed at?

$3,593,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 6989 Arbutus Diversion built?

In 1992, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1993.

What is the zoning of 6989 Arbutus Diversion?

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

What can be built at 6989 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 6989 Arbutus Diversion in a floodplain?

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

Is 6989 Arbutus Diversion on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 6989 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 6989 Arbutus Diversion had?

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

Which schools serve 6989 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 6989 Arbutus Diversion?

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

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