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626 Mcguigan Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1954 on a 666 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 55% of the buildings in South Cambie.

Assessed 2026

$3,311,000

Zoning

R1-1

Lot

≈ 666 m²

Built

1954

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What the records show for 626 Mcguigan Ave

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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 6 homes (8 if all rental)

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What the record says: Lot about 666 m², 18.3 m wide and 36.5 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 1954: ask about a buried oil tank

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Combined sewer on this block

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No building permits on record since 2017

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Assessed at $3,311,000, +2% since 2021

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Value is almost all land

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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0 new buildings and 11 demolitions within 300 m

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SkyTrain guideway about 99 m away

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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 626 Mcguigan Ave

Assessed at $3,311,000 for 2026 (−13% on 2025). Assessed higher than 58% of the houses in South Cambie. The land is 99% of the value. The lot is larger than 72% of the lots in South Cambie. School catchment: Jamieson Elementary and Eric Hamber Secondary. Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 700 m away.

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Assessment history of 626 Mcguigan Ave

2026$3,311,000

Up 2% 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≈ 666 m²

Frontage and depth

What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 626 Mcguigan Ave

Elementary catchmentJamieson Elementary

Secondary catchmentEric Hamber Secondary

G F Strong School Program488 m

BC Childrens Hosp School Program488 m

BCCH Eating Disorders School Program488 m

Oak Meadows Park510 m

Queen Elizabeth Park528 m

How catchments work

Transit near 626 Mcguigan Ave

Nearest SkyTrain: Oakridge-41st Avenue (Canada Line)700 m

Southbound Cambie St @ W 33 Ave · 15, N15109 m

Northbound Cambie St @ W 33 Ave · 15, N15190 m

Southbound Cambie St @ W 35 Ave · 15, N15209 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 15, N15

Street, trees and terrain

City street trees in front5 · Discovery Elm, Bowhall Red Maple

Ground elevation≈ 98 m above sea level

Slope across the lotFlat

Nearest arterial roadCambie St, 89 m

SkyTrain guideway99 m

Truck route89 m

Crime near 626 Mcguigan 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: 0 new-building permits and 11 demolition permits.

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 626 Mcguigan Ave

What is 626 Mcguigan Ave assessed at?

$3,311,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 626 Mcguigan Ave built?

In 1954, according to BC Assessment.

What is the zoning of 626 Mcguigan Ave?

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

What can be built at 626 Mcguigan 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 626 Mcguigan Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 626 Mcguigan Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 626 Mcguigan 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 626 Mcguigan Ave had?

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

Which schools serve 626 Mcguigan Ave?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 626 Mcguigan Ave?

Oakridge-41st Avenue Station is 700 m away in a straight line.

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