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6812 Arbutus St, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1941 on a 2,031 m² R1-1 lot. Older than 89% of the buildings on Arbutus St.

Assessed 2026

$5,125,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 2,031 m²

Built

1941

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What the records show for 6812 Arbutus St

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

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What the record says: Lot about 2,031 m², 28.9 m wide and 70.3 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 1941: ask about a buried oil tank

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1 permit on this lot since 2017

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Assessed at $5,125,000, +8% 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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12 new buildings and 4 demolitions within 300 m

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Railway line about 126 m away

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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 6812 Arbutus St

Assessed at $5,125,000 for 2026 (−6% on 2025). Assessed higher than 85% of the houses on Arbutus St. The land is 97% of the value. The lot is larger than 94% of the lots in Kerrisdale. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Aug 2017: salvage and abatement, single detached house. School catchment: Maple Grove Elementary and Magee Secondary.

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Assessment history of 6812 Arbutus St

2026$5,125,000

Up 8% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Aug 2017 · Salvage and abatement, single detached house$0

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 2,031 m²

Rear laneNo lane found

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 6812 Arbutus St

Elementary catchmentMaple Grove Elementary

Secondary catchmentMagee Secondary

Magee Secondary588 m

Dr R E McKechnie Elementary662 m

Maple Grove Elementary678 m

Maple Grove Park404 m

Arbutus Park786 m

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Transit near 6812 Arbutus St

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

Eastbound W 51 Ave @ Arbutus St · 16141 m

Northbound West Blvd @ W 51 Ave · 16145 m

Northbound Arbutus St @ W 51 Ave · 16198 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 16, 49

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front3 · Redbud Crabapple, Prairie Fire Crabapple

Ground elevation≈ 48 m above sea level

Elevation change across the siteabout 5 m

Nearest arterial roadW 51st Ave, 147 m

Railway line126 m

Crime near 6812 Arbutus 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: 12 new-building permits and 4 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 6812 Arbutus St

What is 6812 Arbutus St assessed at?

$5,125,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 6812 Arbutus St built?

In 1941, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1971.

What is the zoning of 6812 Arbutus St?

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

What can be built at 6812 Arbutus St?

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 6812 Arbutus St in a floodplain?

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

Is 6812 Arbutus St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 6812 Arbutus 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. More

What building permits has 6812 Arbutus St had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Aug 2017: salvage and abatement. More

Which schools serve 6812 Arbutus St?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 6812 Arbutus St?

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

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