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438 W 48th Ave, Vancouver, BC
A freehold property, built 1987 on a 677 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Built in the same years as many buildings on W 48th Ave.
Assessed 2026
$3,524,000
Zoning
R1-1
Lot
≈ 677 m²
Built
1987
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What the records show for 438 W 48th Ave
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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 6 homes (8 if all rental)
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Assessed at $3,524,000, +15% since 2021
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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating
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SkyTrain guideway about 79 m away
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Not on the Heritage Register
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Outside the City floodplain
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About 438 W 48th Ave
Assessed at $3,524,000 for 2026 (−8% on 2025). Assessed higher than 59% of the houses on W 48th Ave. The land is 86% of the value. 2 building permits since 2017. The latest, from Aug 2025: new building, laneway house ($459,500). School catchment: Jamieson Elementary and Eric Hamber Secondary. Langara-49th Avenue Station is 140 m away.
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Permits on this lot · 2 since 2017
UnlockAug 2025 · New building, laneway house$459,500
1 more permit in the full report
The lot and zoning
UnlockSchools and parks near 438 W 48th Ave
Elementary catchmentJamieson Elementary
Secondary catchmentEric Hamber Secondary
Dr Annie B Jamieson Elementary420 m
Sir Wm Van Horne Elementary832 m
King David High School932 m
Langara Park322 m
Tisdall Park345 m
Transit near 438 W 48th Ave
Nearest SkyTrain: Langara-49th Avenue (Canada Line)140 m
Langara-49th Station bus loop · 15, 49, N1577 m
Eastbound W 49 Ave @ Alberta St · 49216 m
Westbound W 49th Ave @ Columbia St · 49236 m
Bus routes within 400 m: 15, 49, N15
Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in front1 · Kwanzan Flowering Cherry
Ground elevation≈ 76 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat
Nearest arterial roadW 49th Ave, 67 m
SkyTrain guideway79 m
Truck route90 m
Crime near 438 W 48th Ave
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Crime near 438 W 48th Ave
UnlockIncidents within 400 m in the last 12 months, by type: in the full report.
Rezoning and development nearby
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Rezoning and development nearby
UnlockWithin 300 m in the last two years: 4 new-building permits and 1 demolition permit.
New buildings nearby:
- 285 W 47th Ave Apr 2025
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 438 W 48th Ave
What is 438 W 48th Ave assessed at?
$3,524,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.
When was 438 W 48th Ave built?
In 1987, according to BC Assessment.
What is the zoning of 438 W 48th Ave?
It is zoned R1-1 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More
What can be built at 438 W 48th Ave?
Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a multiplex, 6 homes (8 if all rental). It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More
Is 438 W 48th Ave in a floodplain?
No. It is outside the floodplains designated by the City of Vancouver. More
Is 438 W 48th Ave on the Heritage Register?
No. It is not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register. More
What building permits has 438 W 48th Ave had?
The City has issued 2 permits since 2017. The latest, from Aug 2025: new building ($459,500). More
Which schools serve 438 W 48th Ave?
Elementary: Jamieson Elementary. Secondary: Eric Hamber Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.
How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 438 W 48th Ave?
Langara-49th Avenue Station is 140 m away in a straight line.
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