4688 W 12th Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1992 on a 508 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Newer than 67% of the buildings on W 12th Ave.

Assessed 2026
$3,651,000
Zoning
R1-1
Lot
≈ 508 m²
Built
1992
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What the records show for 4688 W 12th Ave

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19 new buildings and 9 demolitions within 300 m

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What the record says
Permits issued in the last 24 months. Largest: 2608 TOLMIE STREET, $19,000,000.
What it means
The area is being rebuilt. Expect construction nearby for a while.
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1 permit on this lot since 2017, 1 in the last 3 years

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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 5 homes, borderline

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Assessed at $3,651,000, +13% since 2021

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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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Separated storm and sanitary sewers

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About 4688 W 12th Ave

Assessed at $3,651,000 for 2026 (−7% on 2025). Assessed higher than 65% of the houses on W 12th Ave. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Sep 2026: addition or alteration, dwelling unit ($3,000). School catchment: Queen Elizabeth Elementary and Byng Secondary.

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Assessment history of 4688 W 12th Ave

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2026$3,651,000
Up 13% since 2021
20202026

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Sep 2026 · Addition or alteration, dwelling unit$3,000

The lot and zoning

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Area≈ 508 m²
ZoningR1-1
Rear laneYes
Frontage and depth
What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 4688 W 12th Ave
Elementary catchmentQueen Elizabeth Elementary
Secondary catchmentByng Secondary
Queen Mary Elementary981 m

How catchments work

Transit near 4688 W 12th Ave
Nearest SkyTrain: Yaletown-Roundhouse (Canada Line)6.9 km
Eastbound W 10 Ave @ Blanca St · 14, 9, N17223 m
Westbound University Blvd @ Blanca St · 14, 4, 9, N17259 m
Northbound Blanca St @ W 10 Ave · 4275 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 4, 9, 14, 25, 33, 99, N17

Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in front2 · Osakazuki Japanese Maple, Chanticleer Pear
Ground elevation≈ 92 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat
Nearest arterial roadW 10th Ave, 232 m

Crime near 4688 W 12th Ave

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Incidents within 400 m in the last 12 months, by type: in the full report.

Rezoning and development nearby

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Within 300 m in the last two years: 19 new-building permits and 9 demolition permits.

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Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.

In West Point Grey, the City issued 132 new-building permits and 66 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood

Questions about 4688 W 12th Ave

What is 4688 W 12th Ave assessed at?

$3,651,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 4688 W 12th Ave built?

In 1992, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 2000.

What is the zoning of 4688 W 12th Ave?

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

What can be built at 4688 W 12th Ave?

Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a multiplex, 5 homes, right at the minimum size, so a survey decides. It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More

Is 4688 W 12th Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 4688 W 12th Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 4688 W 12th 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 4688 W 12th Ave had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Sep 2026: addition or alteration ($3,000). More

Which schools serve 4688 W 12th Ave?

Elementary: Queen Elizabeth Elementary. Secondary: Byng Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 4688 W 12th Ave?

Yaletown-Roundhouse Station is 6.9 km away in a straight line.

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