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4255 Laurel St, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1949 on a 19,634 m² CD-1 (67) lot with a rear lane. Newer than 56% of the buildings on Laurel St.

Assessed 2026

$50,261,000

Zoning

CD-1 (67)

Lot

≈ 19,634 m²

Built

1949

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What the records show for 4255 Laurel St

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Zoned CD-1 (67)

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What the record says: Lot about 19,634 m², measured from the City lot outline. Zoning district CD-1 (67) (CD).
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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8 permits on this lot since 2017, 3 in the last 3 years

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Built 1949: ask about a buried oil tank

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Combined sewer on this block

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Assessed at $50,261,000, +32% 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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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 4255 Laurel St

Assessed at $50,261,000 for 2026 (−27% on 2025). The highest assessed house on Laurel St. The lot is larger than 100% of the lots in South Cambie. 8 building permits since 2017. The latest, from Jan 2026: addition or alteration, hospital ($345,000). School catchment: Carr Elementary and Eric Hamber Secondary. King Edward Station is 750 m away.

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Assessment history of 4255 Laurel St

2026$50,261,000

Up 32% since 2021

Permits on this lot · 8 since 2017

Jan 2026 · Addition or alteration, hospital$345,000

7 more permits in the full report

The lot and zoning

Area≈ 19,634 m²

ZoningCD-1 (67)

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 4255 Laurel St

Elementary catchmentCarr Elementary

Secondary catchmentEric Hamber Secondary

Vancouver Talmud Torah Elementary131 m

Westside Montessori265 m

Emily Carr Elementary344 m

Braemar Park137 m

Devonshire Park647 m

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Transit near 4255 Laurel St

Nearest SkyTrain: King Edward (Canada Line)750 m

Northbound Oak St @ W 27 Ave · 17172 m

Southbound Oak St @ Nanton Ave · 17215 m

Southbound Oak St @ W King Edward Ave · 17256 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 17, 25

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front23 · Red Maple, Brandon Elm

Ground elevation≈ 70 m above sea level

Elevation change across the siteabout 7 m

Nearest arterial roadOak St, 172 m

Crime near 4255 Laurel 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:

4379 Willow St Jan 2025

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 4255 Laurel St

What is 4255 Laurel St assessed at?

$50,261,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 4255 Laurel St built?

In 1949, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1985.

What is the zoning of 4255 Laurel St?

It is zoned CD-1 (67) under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More

What can be built at 4255 Laurel St?

It is in a comprehensive development (site-specific by-law) district (CD-1 (67)). The district schedule sets the number of homes, height and floor area. More

Is 4255 Laurel St in a floodplain?

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

Is 4255 Laurel St on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 4255 Laurel 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 4255 Laurel St had?

The City has issued 8 permits since 2017. The latest, from Jan 2026: addition or alteration ($345,000). More

Which schools serve 4255 Laurel St?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 4255 Laurel St?

King Edward Station is 750 m away in a straight line.

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