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279 E 48th Ave, Vancouver, BC
A 2-unit strata building, built 1924 on a 384 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Older than 90% of the buildings on E 48th Ave.
Typical unit, 2026
$2,709,000
Zoning
R1-1
Strata units
2
Built
1924
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What the records show for 279 E 48th Ave
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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 3–4 homes, borderline
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Typical unit assessed at $2,709,000
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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating
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Strata building, 2 units, built 1924
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15 new buildings and 8 demolitions within 300 m
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Not on the Heritage Register
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Outside the City floodplain
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About 279 E 48th Ave
Units are assessed from $2,709,000 to $2,709,000; the typical unit is $2,709,000. 2 building permits since 2017. The latest, from Sep 2024: demolition, single detached house ($15,000). School catchment: Henderson Elementary and John Oliver Secondary. Langara-49th Avenue Station is 1.2 km away.
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Assessment history of 279 E 48th Ave
UnlockWhole building, 2 units: units are assessed from $2,709,000 to $2,709,000, typical unit $2,709,000.
2026$0
Permits on this building · 2 since 2017
UnlockSep 2024 · Demolition, single detached house$15,000
1 more permit in the full report
Schools and parks near 279 E 48th Ave
Elementary catchmentHenderson Elementary
Secondary catchmentJohn Oliver Secondary
St Andrew's332 m
John Henderson Elementary614 m
Sir Wm Van Horne Elementary681 m
MacDonald Park343 m
Sunset Park550 m
Transit near 279 E 48th Ave
Nearest SkyTrain: Langara-49th Avenue (Canada Line)1.2 km
Northbound Main St @ E 49 Ave · 3134 m
Eastbound E 49 Ave @ Main St · 49158 m
Southbound Main St @ E 46 Ave · 3159 m
Bus routes within 400 m: 3, 49
Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in front1 · Worplesdon Sweetgum
Ground elevation≈ 68 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat
Nearest arterial roadMain St, 83 m
Truck route83 m
Crime near 279 E 48th Ave
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Crime near 279 E 48th 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: 15 new-building permits and 8 demolition permits.
New buildings nearby:
- 241 E 45th Ave Oct 2026
- 420 E 46th Ave Apr 2026
- 6318 Sophia St Oct 2024
- 141 E 46th Ave Aug 2025
Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.
In Sunset, the City issued 145 new-building permits and 81 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood
Questions about 279 E 48th Ave
What are the units at 279 E 48th Ave assessed at?
Units are assessed from $2,709,000 to $2,709,000; the typical unit is $2,709,000.
When was 279 E 48th Ave built?
In 1924, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1965.
What is the zoning of 279 E 48th Ave?
It is zoned R1-1 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More
Is 279 E 48th Ave in a floodplain?
No. It is outside the floodplains designated by the City of Vancouver. More
Is 279 E 48th Ave on the Heritage Register?
No. It is not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register. More
What building permits has 279 E 48th Ave had?
The City has issued 2 permits since 2017. The latest, from Sep 2024: demolition ($15,000). More
Which schools serve 279 E 48th Ave?
Elementary: Henderson Elementary. Secondary: John Oliver Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.
How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 279 E 48th Ave?
Langara-49th Avenue Station is 1.2 km away in a straight line.
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