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4968 Walden St, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1908 on a 373 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 98% of the buildings on Walden St.

Assessed 2026

$2,102,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 373 m²

Built

1908

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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What the record says: Built 1908.
What it means: Buildings from before 1990 can contain asbestos in drywall compound, flooring, insulation and stucco. The City asks for a hazardous materials survey before it permits renovation or demolition of these buildings.
What to do: Budget for a hazardous materials survey and, if asbestos is found, removal by a certified contractor before any renovation.

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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 3–4 homes, borderline

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Built 1908: ask about a buried oil tank

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No building permits on record since 2017

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Assessed at $2,102,000, +18% 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 4968 Walden St

Assessed at $2,102,000 for 2026 (−6% on 2025). Assessed higher than 60% of the houses on Walden St. The land is 89% of the value. School catchment: Brock Elementary and John Oliver Secondary. Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 1.4 km away.

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Assessment history of 4968 Walden St

2026$2,102,000

Up 18% since 2021

Permits on this lot · none since 2017

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

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 373 m²

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 4968 Walden St

Elementary catchmentBrock Elementary

Secondary catchmentJohn Oliver Secondary

General Brock Elementary162 m

General Wolfe Elementary933 m

Cartier Park303 m

Riley Park408 m

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Transit near 4968 Walden St

Nearest SkyTrain: Oakridge-41st Avenue (Canada Line)1.4 km

Southbound Main St @ E 33 Ave · 3140 m

Eastbound E 33 Ave @ Main St · 33164 m

Westbound E 33 Ave @ Main St · 33175 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 3, 33

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in frontNone recorded

Ground elevation≈ 81 m above sea level

Slope across the lotGentle slope, about 2 m

Nearest arterial roadE 33rd Ave, 66 m

Truck route127 m

Crime near 4968 Walden 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: 2 new-building permits and 4 demolition permits.

New buildings nearby:

5066 Prince Edward St Jan 2026

Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.

In Riley Park, the City issued 139 new-building permits and 102 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood

Questions about 4968 Walden St

What is 4968 Walden St assessed at?

$2,102,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 4968 Walden St built?

In 1908, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1990.

What is the zoning of 4968 Walden St?

It is zoned R1-1 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More

What can be built at 4968 Walden St?

Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a multiplex, 3–4 homes, right at the minimum size, so a survey decides. It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More

Is 4968 Walden St in a floodplain?

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

Is 4968 Walden St on the Heritage Register?

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

What building permits has 4968 Walden St had?

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

Which schools serve 4968 Walden St?

Elementary: Brock Elementary. Secondary: John Oliver Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 4968 Walden St?

Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 1.4 km away in a straight line.

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