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1638 W 40th Ave, Vancouver, BC
A freehold property, built 2002 on a 1,584 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Newer than 77% of the buildings on W 40th Ave.
Assessed 2026
$9,876,000
Zoning
R1-1
Lot
≈ 1,584 m²
Built
2002
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What the records show for 1638 W 40th Ave
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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 6 homes (8 if all rental)
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Assessed at $9,876,000, +1% since 2021
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Not on the Heritage Register
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Outside the City floodplain
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About 1638 W 40th Ave
Assessed at $9,876,000 for 2026 (−12% on 2025). One of the highest assessed houses on W 40th Ave, above 94% of them. The lot is larger than 85% of the lots in Shaughnessy. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Feb 2024: addition or alteration, single detached house ($32,000). School catchment: Quilchena Elementary and Point Grey Secondary. Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 1.9 km away.
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Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017
Feb 2024 · Addition or alteration, single detached house$32,000
The lot and zoning
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Elementary catchmentQuilchena Elementary
Secondary catchmentPoint Grey Secondary
Vancouver College DL458 m
Vancouver College458 m
Quilchena Elementary694 m
Kerrisdale Park743 m
Transit near 1638 W 40th Ave
Nearest SkyTrain: Oakridge-41st Avenue (Canada Line)1.9 km
Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Adera St · 41122 m
Westbound W 41 Ave @ Churchill St · 41136 m
Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Granville St · 41172 m
Bus routes within 400 m: 10, 41, N10, R4
Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in front2 · Crimson Sunset Maple, Mazzard Cherry
Ground elevation≈ 95 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat
Nearest arterial roadW 41st Ave, 109 m
Truck route109 m
Crime near 1638 W 40th Ave
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Crime near 1638 W 40th 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: 7 new-building permits and 2 demolition permits.
New buildings nearby:
- 1622 W 37th Ave Jun 2025
- 5761 Marguerite St Aug 2025
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 1638 W 40th Ave
What is 1638 W 40th Ave assessed at?
$9,876,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.
When was 1638 W 40th Ave built?
In 2002, according to BC Assessment.
What is the zoning of 1638 W 40th Ave?
It is zoned R1-1 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More
What can be built at 1638 W 40th 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 1638 W 40th Ave in a floodplain?
No. It is outside the floodplains designated by the City of Vancouver. More
Is 1638 W 40th Ave on the Heritage Register?
No. It is not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register. More
What building permits has 1638 W 40th Ave had?
The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Feb 2024: addition or alteration ($32,000). More
Which schools serve 1638 W 40th Ave?
Elementary: Quilchena Elementary. Secondary: Point Grey Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.
How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 1638 W 40th Ave?
Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 1.9 km away in a straight line.
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