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1937 Hosmer Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1912 on a 1,276 m² FSD lot. Older than 83% of the buildings on Hosmer Ave.

Assessed 2026

$6,458,000

Zoning

FSD

Lot

≈ 1,276 m²

Built

1912

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What the records show for 1937 Hosmer Ave

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Zoned FSD

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What the record says: Lot about 1,276 m², measured from the City lot outline. Zoning district FSD (FSD).
What it means: The zoning district sets what can be built and how the property can be used.
What to do: Read the district schedule or ask the City if you plan changes.

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Built 1912: ask about a buried oil tank

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Sloped lot: about 5 m of fall

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1 permit on this lot since 2017

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Assessed at $6,458,000, +2% since 2021

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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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 1937 Hosmer Ave

Assessed at $6,458,000 for 2026 (−11% on 2025). Assessed higher than 40% of the houses on Hosmer Ave. The lot is larger than 74% of the lots in Shaughnessy. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Mar 2022: addition or alteration, single detached house ($70,000). School catchment: Shaughnessy Elementary and Prince of Wales Secondary.

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Assessment history of 1937 Hosmer Ave

2026$6,458,000

Up 2% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Mar 2022 · Addition or alteration, single detached house$70,000

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 1,276 m²

Rear laneNo lane found

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 1937 Hosmer Ave

Elementary catchmentShaughnessy Elementary

Secondary catchmentPrince of Wales Secondary

York House Little School482 m

Canuck Place School Program493 m

Shaughnessy Elementary615 m

Angus Park447 m

Arbutus Village Park517 m

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Transit near 1937 Hosmer Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)2.5 km

Westbound W King Edward Ave @ Maple Cres · 25219 m

Northbound Arbutus St @ W King Edward Ave · 16249 m

Southbound Arbutus St @ W 21 Ave · 16257 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 16, 25

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front3 · Bowhall Red Maple, Sycamore Maple

Ground elevation≈ 65 m above sea level

Slope across the lotSloped, about 5 m

Nearest arterial roadW King Edward Ave, 234 m

Railway line226 m

Crime near 1937 Hosmer Ave

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 2 demolition permits.

New buildings nearby:

3455 Maple St Mar 2025
3584 East Blvd Feb 2026

Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.

In Shaughnessy, the City issued 78 new-building permits and 43 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood

Questions about 1937 Hosmer Ave

What is 1937 Hosmer Ave assessed at?

$6,458,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 1937 Hosmer Ave built?

In 1912, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 2010.

What is the zoning of 1937 Hosmer Ave?

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

What can be built at 1937 Hosmer Ave?

It is in a First Shaughnessy district (FSD). The district schedule sets the number of homes, height and floor area. More

Is 1937 Hosmer Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 1937 Hosmer Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 1937 Hosmer Ave 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 1937 Hosmer Ave had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Mar 2022: addition or alteration ($70,000). More

Which schools serve 1937 Hosmer Ave?

Elementary: Shaughnessy Elementary. Secondary: Prince of Wales Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 1937 Hosmer Ave?

King Edward Station is 2.5 km away in a straight line.

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