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1551 Cypress St, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1911 on a 11,552 m² RM-4 lot with a rear lane. Older than 90% of the buildings on Cypress St.

Assessed 2026

$95,735,000

Zoning

RM-4

Lot

≈ 11,552 m²

Built

1911

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What the records show for 1551 Cypress St

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Zoned RM-4

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What the record says: Lot about 11,552 m², measured from the City lot outline. Zoning district RM-4 (RM).
What it means: The zoning district sets what can be built and how the property can be used.
What to do: Read the district schedule or ask the City if you plan changes.

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3 permits on this lot since 2017, 2 in the last 3 years

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Built 1911: ask about a buried oil tank

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Assessed at $95,735,000, +24% 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 1551 Cypress St

Assessed at $95,735,000 for 2026 (+23% on 2025). The highest assessed house on Cypress St. The lot is larger than 100% of the lots in Kitsilano. 3 building permits since 2017. The latest, from Dec 2024: demolition, school - elementary or secondary ($782,000). School catchment: Hudson Elementary and Kitsilano Secondary. Yaletown-Roundhouse Station is 2.0 km away.

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Assessment history of 1551 Cypress St

2026$95,735,000

Up 24% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 3 since 2017

Dec 2024 · Demolition, school - elementary or secondary$782,000

2 more permits in the full report

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 11,552 m²

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 1551 Cypress St

Elementary catchmentHudson Elementary

Secondary catchmentKitsilano Secondary

Henry Hudson Elementary52 m

St Augustine's830 m

St John's International883 m

Seaforth Peace Park210 m

Kitsilano Beach Park405 m

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Transit near 1551 Cypress St

Nearest SkyTrain: Yaletown-Roundhouse (Canada Line)2.0 km

Westbound Cornwall Ave @ Cypress St · 2, N2274 m

Eastbound Cornwall Ave @ Cypress St · 2, N22115 m

Eastbound Cornwall Ave @ Arbutus St · 2, N22255 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 2, 44, N22

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in frontNone recorded

Ground elevation≈ 5 m above sea level

Elevation change across the siteabout 1 m

Nearest arterial roadCornwall Ave, 58 m

Railway line479 m

Crime near 1551 Cypress 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: 0 new-building permits and 2 demolition permits.

Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.

In Kitsilano, the City issued 84 new-building permits and 63 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood

Questions about 1551 Cypress St

What is 1551 Cypress St assessed at?

$95,735,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 1551 Cypress St built?

In 1911, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1912.

What is the zoning of 1551 Cypress St?

It is zoned RM-4 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More

What can be built at 1551 Cypress St?

It is in a apartment (multiple dwelling) district (RM-4). The district schedule sets the number of homes, height and floor area. More

Is 1551 Cypress St in a floodplain?

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

Is 1551 Cypress St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 1551 Cypress 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 1551 Cypress St had?

The City has issued 3 permits since 2017. The latest, from Dec 2024: demolition ($782,000). More

Which schools serve 1551 Cypress St?

Elementary: Hudson Elementary. Secondary: Kitsilano Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 1551 Cypress St?

Yaletown-Roundhouse Station is 2.0 km away in a straight line.

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