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3161 W 43rd Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1936 on a 985 m² R1-1 lot. Older than 71% of the buildings on W 43rd Ave.

Assessed 2026

$4,723,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 985 m²

Built

1936

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What the records show for 3161 W 43rd Ave

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

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What the record says: Lot about 985 m², 22.4 m wide and 44.0 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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1 permit on this lot since 2017, 1 in the last 3 years

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Built 1936: ask about a buried oil tank

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Assessed at $4,723,000, +22% 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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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 3161 W 43rd Ave

Assessed at $4,723,000 for 2026 (−7% on 2025). Assessed higher than 88% of the houses on W 43rd Ave. The land is 100% of the value. The lot is larger than 73% of the lots in Kerrisdale. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Apr 2025: salvage and abatement, single detached house. School catchment: Kerrisdale Elementary and Point Grey Secondary.

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Assessment history of 3161 W 43rd Ave

2026$4,723,000

Up 22% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Apr 2025 · Salvage and abatement, single detached house$0

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 985 m²

Rear laneNo lane found

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 3161 W 43rd Ave

Elementary catchmentKerrisdale Elementary

Secondary catchmentPoint Grey Secondary

Crofton House159 m

Kerrisdale Annex161 m

Kerrisdale Elementary363 m

Malkin Park174 m

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Transit near 3161 W 43rd Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: Oakridge-41st Avenue (Canada Line)4.3 km

Westbound W 41 Ave @ Carnarvon St · 2, 41, N22206 m

Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Carnarvon St · 2, 41, N22214 m

Westbound W 41 Ave @ Carnarvon St · R4226 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 2, 41, N22, R4

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front1 · Pink Perfection Cherry

Ground elevation≈ 46 m above sea level

Slope across the lotGentle slope, about 2 m

Nearest arterial roadW 41st Ave, 182 m

Crime near 3161 W 43rd 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 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 3161 W 43rd Ave

What is 3161 W 43rd Ave assessed at?

$4,723,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 3161 W 43rd Ave built?

In 1936, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1985.

What is the zoning of 3161 W 43rd Ave?

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

What can be built at 3161 W 43rd Ave?

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 3161 W 43rd Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 3161 W 43rd Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 3161 W 43rd 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 3161 W 43rd Ave had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Apr 2025: salvage and abatement. More

Which schools serve 3161 W 43rd Ave?

Elementary: Kerrisdale Elementary. Secondary: Point Grey Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 3161 W 43rd Ave?

Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 4.3 km away in a straight line.

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