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4687 Simpson Ave, Vancouver, BC
A freehold property, built 1981 on a 972 m² R1-1 lot. Newer than 56% of the buildings in West Point Grey.
Assessed 2026
$6,934,000
Zoning
R1-1
Lot
≈ 972 m²
Built
1981
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What the records show for 4687 Simpson Ave
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No building permits on record since 2017
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R1-1 lot: fits a duplex, up to 2 suites
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Assessed at $6,934,000, +3% 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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Not on the Heritage Register
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Outside the City floodplain
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About 4687 Simpson Ave
Assessed at $6,934,000 for 2026 (−8% on 2025). One of the highest assessed houses in West Point Grey, above 92% of them. The land is 99% of the value. The lot is larger than 93% of the lots in West Point Grey. School catchment: Queen Mary Elementary and Byng Secondary.
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Permits on this lot · none since 2017
The City has issued no building permits for this lot since 2017.
The lot and zoning
UnlockSchools and parks near 4687 Simpson Ave
Elementary catchmentQueen Mary Elementary
Secondary catchmentByng Secondary
Westmount Park306 m
Spanish Banks Beach Park335 m
Transit near 4687 Simpson Ave
Nearest SkyTrain: Yaletown-Roundhouse (Canada Line)6.7 km
Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in frontNone recorded
Ground elevation≈ 25 m above sea level
Slope across the lotSloped, about 8 m
Nearest arterial roadNw Marine Dr, 107 m
Crime near 4687 Simpson Ave
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Crime near 4687 Simpson 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: 2 new-building permits and 1 demolition permit.
New buildings nearby:
- 4577 Belmont Ave Feb 2026
- 4677 Bellevue Dr Jul 2025
Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.
In West Point Grey, the City issued 132 new-building permits and 67 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood
Questions about 4687 Simpson Ave
What is 4687 Simpson Ave assessed at?
$6,934,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.
When was 4687 Simpson Ave built?
In 1981, according to BC Assessment.
What is the zoning of 4687 Simpson Ave?
It is zoned R1-1 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More
What can be built at 4687 Simpson Ave?
Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a duplex, up to 2 suites. No rear lane was found, so a laneway home is unlikely. More
Is 4687 Simpson Ave in a floodplain?
No. It is outside the floodplains designated by the City of Vancouver. More
Is 4687 Simpson Ave on the Heritage Register?
No. It is not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register. More
What building permits has 4687 Simpson Ave had?
None since 2017, when the City’s open permit records begin. More
Which schools serve 4687 Simpson Ave?
Elementary: Queen Mary Elementary. Secondary: Byng Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.
How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 4687 Simpson Ave?
Yaletown-Roundhouse Station is 6.7 km away in a straight line.
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