4520 W 5th Ave, Vancouver, BC

A freehold property, built 1988 on a 467 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Newer than 60% of the buildings on W 5th Ave.

Assessed 2026
$3,502,000
Zoning
R1-1
Lot
≈ 467 m²
Built
1988
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What the records show for 4520 W 5th Ave

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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 3–4 homes

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What the record says
Lot about 467 m², 13.4 m wide and 34.9 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.
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If redevelopment is part of the price, order a survey and ask the City before you remove subjects.

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1 permit on this lot since 2017, 1 in the last 3 years

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Steep lot: about 8 m of fall

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Assessed at $3,502,000, +8% since 2021

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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating

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10 new buildings and 6 demolitions within 300 m

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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 4520 W 5th Ave

Assessed at $3,502,000 for 2026 (−7% on 2025). Assessed higher than 54% of the houses on W 5th Ave. The land is 89% of the value. 1 building permit since 2017. The latest, from Jun 2026: addition or alteration, single detached house ($350,000). School catchment: Queen Mary Elementary and Byng Secondary.

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Assessment history of 4520 W 5th Ave

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2026$3,502,000
Up 8% since 2021
20202026

Permits on this lot · 1 since 2017

Jun 2026 · Addition or alteration, single detached house$350,000

The lot and zoning

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Area≈ 467 m²
ZoningR1-1
Rear laneYes
Frontage and depth
What the zoning allows

Schools and parks near 4520 W 5th Ave
Elementary catchmentQueen Mary Elementary
Secondary catchmentByng Secondary
Queen Mary Elementary338 m
West Point Grey Academy583 m
Pacific Spirit School813 m
West Point Grey Park412 m
Westmount Park571 m

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Transit near 4520 W 5th Ave
Nearest SkyTrain: Yaletown-Roundhouse (Canada Line)6.4 km
Westbound W 4th Ave @ Sasamat St · 4134 m
Eastbound W 4th Ave @ Tolmie St · 4, 44, 84192 m
Eastbound W 4th Ave @ Trimble St · 4249 m

Bus routes within 400 m: 4, 44, 84

Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in front1 · Snowcloud Crabapple
Ground elevation≈ 69 m above sea level
Slope across the lotSteep, about 8 m
Nearest arterial roadW 4th Ave, 127 m
Truck route127 m

Crime near 4520 W 5th 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: 10 new-building permits and 6 demolition permits.

New buildings nearby:

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 4520 W 5th Ave

What is 4520 W 5th Ave assessed at?

$3,502,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.

When was 4520 W 5th Ave built?

In 1988, according to BC Assessment.

What is the zoning of 4520 W 5th Ave?

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

What can be built at 4520 W 5th Ave?

Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a multiplex, 3–4 homes. It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More

Is 4520 W 5th Ave in a floodplain?

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

Is 4520 W 5th Ave on the Heritage Register?

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

Can 4520 W 5th 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 4520 W 5th Ave had?

The City has issued 1 permit since 2017. The latest, from Jun 2026: addition or alteration ($350,000). More

Which schools serve 4520 W 5th Ave?

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

How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 4520 W 5th Ave?

Yaletown-Roundhouse Station is 6.4 km away in a straight line.

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