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281 E 32nd Ave, Vancouver, BC
A freehold property, built 1909 on a 349 m² R1-1 lot. The oldest building on E 32nd Ave.
Assessed 2026
$2,072,000
Zoning
R1-1
Lot
≈ 349 m²
Built
1909
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What the records show for 281 E 32nd Ave
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Built 1909: ask about a buried oil tank
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R1-1 lot: fits a duplex, up to 2 suites
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Assessed at $2,072,000, +16% since 2021
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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating
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Not on the Heritage Register
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Outside the City floodplain
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About 281 E 32nd Ave
Assessed at $2,072,000 for 2026 (−1% on 2025). Assessed higher than 53% of the houses on E 32nd Ave. The land is 89% of the value. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Sep 2025: addition or alteration, single detached house with suite ($10,000). School catchment: Brock Elementary and Sir Charles Tupper Secondary. King Edward Station is 1.4 km away.
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Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017
Sep 2025 · Addition or alteration, single detached house with suite$10,000
The lot and zoning
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Elementary catchmentBrock Elementary
Secondary catchmentSir Charles Tupper Secondary
General Brock Elementary174 m
General Wolfe Elementary717 m
Sir Charles Tupper Secondary869 m
Riley Park375 m
Nat Bailey Stadium539 m
Transit near 281 E 32nd Ave
Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)1.4 km
Southbound Main St @ E 30 Ave · 3172 m
Northbound Main St @ E 30 Ave · 3186 m
Northbound Main St @ E 33 Ave · 3199 m
Bus routes within 400 m: 3, 33
Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in front1 · Globehead Norway Maple
Ground elevation≈ 75 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat
Nearest arterial roadMain St, 155 m
Crime near 281 E 32nd Ave
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Crime near 281 E 32nd 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: 2 new-building permits and 2 demolition permits.
New buildings nearby:
- 4495 Walden St Aug 2026
- 4580 Quebec St Jun 2025
Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.
In Riley Park, the City issued 141 new-building permits and 102 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood
Questions about 281 E 32nd Ave
What is 281 E 32nd Ave assessed at?
$2,072,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.
When was 281 E 32nd Ave built?
In 1909, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1990.
What is the zoning of 281 E 32nd Ave?
It is zoned R1-1 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More
What can be built at 281 E 32nd 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 281 E 32nd Ave in a floodplain?
No. It is outside the floodplains designated by the City of Vancouver. More
Is 281 E 32nd Ave on the Heritage Register?
No. It is not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register. More
What building permits has 281 E 32nd Ave had?
The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Sep 2025: addition or alteration ($10,000). More
Which schools serve 281 E 32nd Ave?
Elementary: Brock Elementary. Secondary: Sir Charles Tupper Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.
How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 281 E 32nd Ave?
King Edward Station is 1.4 km away in a straight line.
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