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617 Union St, Vancouver, BC
A freehold lot, built 1901 on a 283 m² RT-3 lot with a rear lane. Older than 90% of the buildings on Union St.
Assessed 2026
$1,452,000
Zoning
RT-3
Lot
≈ 283 m²
Built
1901
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What the records show for 617 Union St
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Rebuilt in 2025 after a demolition
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Zoned RT-3
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Assessed at $1,452,000, −6% since 2021
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Value is almost all land
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Not on the Heritage Register
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Outside the City floodplain
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About 617 Union St
Assessed at $1,452,000 for 2026 (−10% on 2025). Rebuilt after a 2025 demolition. School catchment: Strathcona Elementary and Britannia Secondary. Main Street-Science World Station is 850 m away.
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Permits on this lot · 3 since 2017
UnlockOct 2025 · New building, duplex$1,500,000
2 more permits in the full report
The lot and zoning
UnlockSchools and parks near 617 Union St
Elementary catchmentStrathcona Elementary
Secondary catchmentBritannia Secondary
Lord Strathcona Community Elementary233 m
Columbia College744 m
Admiral Seymour StrongStart Centre790 m
MacLean Park233 m
Strathcona Linear Park276 m
Transit near 617 Union St
Nearest SkyTrain: Main Street-Science World (Expo Line)850 m
Eastbound Prior St @ Princess Ave · 22131 m
Westbound Prior St @ Heatley Ave · 22137 m
Westbound Prior St @ Jackson Ave · 22247 m
Bus routes within 400 m: 14, 16, 20, 22, N20, N35
Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in front1 · Aristocrat Pear
Ground elevation≈ 15 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat
Nearest arterial roadPrior St, 125 m
Truck route125 m
Crime near 617 Union St
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Crime near 617 Union St
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: 2 new-building permits and 1 demolition permit.
New buildings nearby:
- 522 Malkin Ave Mar 2026
Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.
In Strathcona, the City issued 5 new-building permits and 18 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood
Questions about 617 Union St
What is 617 Union St assessed at?
$1,452,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.
When was 617 Union St built?
In 1901, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1965.
What is the zoning of 617 Union St?
It is zoned RT-3 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More
What can be built at 617 Union St?
It is in a duplex and townhouse district (RT-3). The district schedule sets the number of homes, height and floor area. More
Is 617 Union St in a floodplain?
No. It is outside the floodplains designated by the City of Vancouver. More
Is 617 Union St on the Heritage Register?
No. It is not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register. More
What building permits has 617 Union St had?
The City has issued 3 permits since 2017. The latest, from Oct 2025: new building ($1,500,000). More
Which schools serve 617 Union St?
Elementary: Strathcona Elementary. Secondary: Britannia Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.
How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 617 Union St?
Main Street-Science World Station is 850 m away in a straight line.
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