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4521 John St, Vancouver, BC
A freehold property, built 1909 on a 291 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. The oldest building on John St.
Assessed 2026
$2,359,000
Zoning
R1-1
Lot
≈ 291 m²
Built
1909
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What the records show for 4521 John St
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1 permit on this lot since 2017
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R1-1 lot below the multiplex minimums
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Assessed at $2,359,000, +29% since 2021
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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating
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6 new buildings and 4 demolitions within 300 m
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Not on the Heritage Register
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Outside the City floodplain
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About 4521 John St
Assessed at $2,359,000 for 2026 (−1% on 2025). Assessed higher than 86% of the houses on John St. The lot is smaller than 87% of the lots in Riley Park. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Nov 2021: addition or alteration, single detached house ($164,500). 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
Nov 2021 · Addition or alteration, single detached house$164,500
The lot and zoning
UnlockSchools and parks near 4521 John St
Elementary catchmentBrock Elementary
Secondary catchmentSir Charles Tupper Secondary
General Brock Elementary380 m
Sir Charles Tupper Secondary665 m
General Wolfe Elementary682 m
Riley Park527 m
Nat Bailey Stadium660 m
Transit near 4521 John St
Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)1.4 km
Northbound Main St @ E 30 Ave · 3252 m
Southbound Main St @ E 30 Ave · 3291 m
Southbound Main St @ E 28 Ave · 3292 m
Bus routes within 400 m: 3
Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in frontNone recorded
Ground elevation≈ 72 m above sea level
Slope across the lotGentle slope, about 2 m
Nearest arterial roadMain St, 251 m
Crime near 4521 John St
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Crime near 4521 John St
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: 6 new-building permits and 4 demolition permits.
New buildings nearby:
- 4495 Walden St Aug 2026
- 4298 Sophia St May 2025
- 4286 Sophia St May 2025
- 466 E 29th Ave Mar 2026
Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.
In Riley Park, the City issued 144 new-building permits and 102 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood
Questions about 4521 John St
What is 4521 John St assessed at?
$2,359,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.
When was 4521 John St built?
In 1909, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1990.
What is the zoning of 4521 John St?
It is zoned R1-1 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More
What can be built at 4521 John St?
The lot is below the R1-1 multiplex minimums: a house with suites or a duplex. It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More
Is 4521 John St in a floodplain?
No. It is outside the floodplains designated by the City of Vancouver. More
Is 4521 John St on the Heritage Register?
No. It is not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register. More
What building permits has 4521 John St had?
The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Nov 2021: addition or alteration ($164,500). More
Which schools serve 4521 John St?
Elementary: Brock Elementary. Secondary: Sir Charles Tupper Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.
How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 4521 John St?
King Edward Station is 1.4 km away in a straight line.
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