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3981 Heather St, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1927 on a 356 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 87% of the buildings on Heather St.

Assessed 2026

$4,009,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 356 m²

Built

1927

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What the records show for 3981 Heather St

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R1-1 lot: fits a duplex, up to 2 suites

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What the record says: Lot about 356 m², 9.8 m wide and 36.6 m deep, measured from the City lot outline. Rear lane: yes.
What it means: Lot size, width and lane access decide what can be built under R1-1.
What to do: If redevelopment is part of the price, order a survey and ask the City before you remove subjects.

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Built 1927: ask about a buried oil tank

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Combined sewer on this block

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2 permits on this lot since 2017

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Assessed at $4,009,000

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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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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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About 3981 Heather St

Assessed at $4,009,000 for 2026 (−7% on 2025). Assessed higher than 79% of the houses on Heather St. The lot is smaller than 91% of the lots in South Cambie. 2 building permits since 2017. The latest, from Mar 2022: new building, single detached house ($665,893). School catchment: Carr Elementary and Eric Hamber Secondary. King Edward Station is 410 m away.

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Assessment history of 3981 Heather St

2026$4,009,000

Permits on this lot · 2 since 2017

Mar 2022 · New building, single detached house$665,893

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The lot and zoning

Area≈ 356 m²

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 3981 Heather St

Elementary catchmentCarr Elementary

Secondary catchmentEric Hamber Secondary

Emily Carr Elementary388 m

Edith Cavell Elementary389 m

Vancouver Talmud Torah Elementary532 m

Douglas Park267 m

Braemar Park362 m

How catchments work

Transit near 3981 Heather St

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)410 m

Westbound W King Edward Ave @ Heather St · 25120 m

Eastbound W King Edward Ave @ Willow St · 25165 m

Westbound W King Edward Ave @ Laurel St · 25339 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 15, 25, 33, N15

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front1 · Kwanzan Flowering Cherry

Ground elevation≈ 72 m above sea level

Slope across the lotGentle slope, about 2 m

Nearest arterial roadW King Edward Ave, 133 m

SkyTrain guideway397 m

Crime near 3981 Heather 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: 6 new-building permits and 4 demolition permits.

New buildings nearby:

Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.

In South Cambie, the City issued 46 new-building permits and 49 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood

Questions about 3981 Heather St

What is 3981 Heather St assessed at?

$4,009,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 3981 Heather St built?

In 1927, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1965.

What is the zoning of 3981 Heather St?

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

What can be built at 3981 Heather St?

Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a duplex, up to 2 suites. It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More

Is 3981 Heather St in a floodplain?

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

Is 3981 Heather St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 3981 Heather St 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 3981 Heather St had?

The City has issued 2 permits since 2017. The latest, from Mar 2022: new building ($665,893). More

Which schools serve 3981 Heather St?

Elementary: Carr Elementary. Secondary: Eric Hamber Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 3981 Heather St?

King Edward Station is 410 m away in a straight line.

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