5988 Columbia St, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1994 on a 567 m² RM-8A lot with a rear lane. Newer than 62% of the buildings in Oakridge.

Assessed 2026
$3,313,000
Zoning
RM-8A
Lot
≈ 567 m²
Built
1994
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What the records show for 5988 Columbia St

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Zoned RM-8A

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What the record says
Lot about 567 m², measured from the City lot outline. Zoning district RM-8A (RM).
What it means
The zoning district sets what can be built and how the property can be used.
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Read the district schedule or ask the City if you plan changes.

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No building permits on record since 2017

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Assessed at $3,313,000, +13% since 2021

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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 5988 Columbia St

Assessed at $3,313,000 for 2026 (−9% on 2025). Assessed higher than 38% of the houses in Oakridge. The land is 86% of the value. The lot is smaller than 79% of the lots in Oakridge. School catchment: Van Horne Elementary and Eric Hamber Secondary. Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 530 m away.

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Assessment history of 5988 Columbia St

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2026$3,313,000
Up 13% since 2021
20202026

Permits on this lot · none since 2017

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

The lot and zoning

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Area≈ 567 m²
ZoningRM-8A
Rear laneYes
Frontage and depth
What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 5988 Columbia St
Elementary catchmentVan Horne Elementary
Secondary catchmentEric Hamber Secondary
Sir Wm Van Horne Elementary306 m
Dr Annie B Jamieson Elementary868 m
King David High School937 m
Columbia Park135 m
Langara Park630 m

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Transit near 5988 Columbia St
Nearest SkyTrain: Oakridge-41st Avenue (Canada Line)530 m
Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Columbia St · 41290 m
Westbound W 41 Ave @ Columbia St · 41305 m
Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Manitoba St · 41339 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 41

Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in front4 · Saratoga Ginkgo, Pissard Plum
Ground elevation≈ 81 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat
Nearest arterial roadW 41st Ave, 289 m
SkyTrain guideway404 m

Crime near 5988 Columbia St

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

Rezoning and development nearby

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Within 300 m in the last two years: 6 new-building permits and 3 demolition permits.

New buildings nearby:

Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.

In Oakridge, the City issued 61 new-building permits and 40 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood

Questions about 5988 Columbia St

What is 5988 Columbia St assessed at?

$3,313,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 5988 Columbia St built?

In 1994, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1995.

What is the zoning of 5988 Columbia St?

It is zoned RM-8A under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More

What can be built at 5988 Columbia St?

It is in a apartment (multiple dwelling) district (RM-8A). The district schedule sets the number of homes, height and floor area. More

Is 5988 Columbia St in a floodplain?

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

Is 5988 Columbia St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 5988 Columbia 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 5988 Columbia St had?

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

Which schools serve 5988 Columbia St?

Elementary: Van Horne Elementary. Secondary: Eric Hamber Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 5988 Columbia St?

Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 530 m away in a straight line.

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