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3255 W 48th Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1948 on a 941 m² R1-1 lot. Older than 64% of the buildings on W 48th Ave.

Assessed 2026

$4,391,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 941 m²

Built

1948

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What the records show for 3255 W 48th 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 941 m², 20.1 m wide and 49.8 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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Rebuilt in 2023 after a demolition

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3 permits on this lot since 2017

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Assessed at $4,391,000, +34% since 2021

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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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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Separated storm and sanitary sewers

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About 3255 W 48th Ave

Assessed at $4,391,000 for 2026 (+7% on 2025). Assessed higher than 85% of the houses on W 48th Ave. The lot is larger than 71% of the lots in Kerrisdale. Rebuilt after a 2023 demolition. School catchment: Kerrisdale Elementary and Point Grey Secondary.

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Assessment history of 3255 W 48th Ave

2026$4,391,000

Up 34% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 3 since 2017

Aug 2023 · Demolition, single detached house$15,000

2 more permits in the full report

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 941 m²

Rear laneNo lane found

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 3255 W 48th Ave

Elementary catchmentKerrisdale Elementary

Secondary catchmentPoint Grey Secondary

Kerrisdale Annex461 m

Crofton House550 m

Kerrisdale Elementary867 m

Malkin Park359 m

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Transit near 3255 W 48th Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: YVR-Airport (Canada Line)3.8 km

Eastbound SW Marine Dr @ Balaclava St · 49141 m

Westbound SW Marine Dr @ Carnarvon St · 49224 m

Westbound SW Marine Dr @ Blenheim St · 49232 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 49

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front2 · Planting Site, Apple Serviceberry

Ground elevation≈ 11 m above sea level

Slope across the lotGentle slope, about 3 m

Nearest arterial roadSw Marine Dr, 76 m

Truck route76 m

Crime near 3255 W 48th Ave

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

Rezoning and development 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 3255 W 48th Ave

What is 3255 W 48th Ave assessed at?

$4,391,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 3255 W 48th Ave built?

In 1948, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1984.

What is the zoning of 3255 W 48th Ave?

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

What can be built at 3255 W 48th 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 3255 W 48th Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 3255 W 48th Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 3255 W 48th 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 3255 W 48th Ave had?

The City has issued 3 permits since 2017. The latest, from Aug 2023: demolition ($15,000). More

Which schools serve 3255 W 48th Ave?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 3255 W 48th Ave?

YVR-Airport Station is 3.8 km away in a straight line.

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