Classic Shaughnessy character home on a generous 80’x140’ lot with beautifully manicured gardens. This 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers 4,103 sqft of traditional charm and space to reimagine. Gracious cross-hall living and dining rooms, family room and office on the main, with original hardwood floors, wainscotting, and elegant banister still intact. Upstairs are four generous bedrooms, and downstairs is a finished basement with rec rooms, laundry and ample storage. Double car garage. Centrally located with easy access to Downtown, Richmond, and YVR, plus just minutes to Kerrisdale, Oakridge, and Vancouver’s top schools. Potential future multi-family redevelopment with neighbouring properties. Easy to show by appointment
| Basement Finished Area (sqft) | 0 |
|---|---|
| Basement Features | Full |
| Appliances Included | Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove |
| Fireplace | 2 |
| Heating Type | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| # of Kitchens | 1 |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Roof | Asphalt |
|---|---|
| Structures | Residential Detached |
| Price | $3,888,000 |
|---|---|
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Total Bathrooms | 3 |
| Full Bathrooms | 2 |
| Half Bathrooms | 1 |
| Floor Area Total (sqft) | 4103 |
| Year Built | 1928 |
| Age Of Building | 98 |
| Building Type | Single Family Residence |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Stories | 2 |
| Ownership Type | Freehold NonStrata |
| Community Features | Shopping Nearby |
| Utility Type | Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected |
| Utility Sewer | Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer |
| Water (WaterSource) | Public |
| Parking Type | Garage Double, Front Access |
| Total Parking Spaces | 5 |
| Lot Size | 11200 |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Depth | Feet |
| Lot Size Frontage | 80 |
| MLS® # | R3137940 |
| Area | Vancouver West |
| Neighbourhood | Shaughnessy |
| City | Vancouver |
| Postal Code | V6M 1V7 |
| Gross Taxes | $18,290.7 |
| Zoning | R1-1 |
| Floor | Type | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Main Level | Living Room | 25'10 x 25'10 ft |
| Main Level | Dining Room | 15'8 x 15'8 ft |
| Main Level | Kitchen | 12'10 x 12'10 ft |
| Main Level | Eating Area | 10'1 x 10'1 ft |
| Main Level | Family Room | 15'8 x 15'8 ft |
| Main Level | Office | 15'8 x 15'8 ft |
| Main Level | Bedroom | 11'1 x 11'1 ft |
| Main Level | Foyer | 9'4 x 9'4 ft |
| Above Level | Primary Bedroom | 15'11 x 15'11 ft |
| Above Level | Walk-In Closet | 7'1 x 7'1 ft |
| Above Level | Bedroom | 13'8 x 13'8 ft |
| Above Level | Bedroom | 13'11 x 13'11 ft |
| Above Level | Bedroom | 10'10 x 10'10 ft |
| Above Level | Solarium | 8'8 x 8'8 ft |
| Below | Recreation Room | 22'6 x 22'6 ft |
| Below | Games Room | 17'9 x 17'9 ft |
| Below | Laundry | 9'0 x 9'0 ft |
| Below | Storage | 10'1 x 10'1 ft |
| Below | Storage | 17'5 x 17'5 ft |
| Floor | Ensuite | Pieces |
|---|---|---|
| Above Level | No | #4 |
| Below | No | #3 |
| Main Level | No | #2 |
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Public Schools
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1537 W 40th Avenue has a sell-speed score of 59/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell at a moderate pace" band. The listing is priced 15.3% below comparable active properties in Shaughnessy, which is a strong competitive signal. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is may take several weeks to attract serious offers.
Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V6M 1V7, over the next 30 years. Projections use the 2041–2070 period (2050s) under a moderate emissions scenario (SSP2-4.5).
Outside of designated flood hazard zones. Under 10% of buildings in this area have flood risk over the next 30 years.
Located within the "Vancouver" WUI zone (Risk Class 5 — Low). Based on BC Wildfire Service provincial WUI Risk Class mapping; not a site-specific assessment.
Annual avg PM2.5 4.1 µg/m³ — meets WHO 2021 guideline (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: Vancouver International Airport #2, Richmond (~5.6 km). Annual avg AQHI 2.2 — Low Risk.
Vancouver currently sees ~1 days above 30 °C per year (1981–2010 baseline), projected to rise to ~6 by the 2050s (SSP2-4.5 moderate emissions). Hottest day of the year: ~29.7 °C baseline, ~32 °C projected. Tropical nights (>18 °C): ~0 baseline, ~4 projected.
Annual precipitation ~1515 mm (1981–2010 baseline), projected ~1575 mm by the 2050s. Extreme 1-day rainfall: ~50.5 mm baseline, ~57 mm projected. Values vary modestly across the Lower Mainland.
Longest annual dry spell (consecutive dry days): ~22 days baseline, ~24 days projected for the 2050s. CDD is used as a regional drought proxy; drought risk varies modestly across the Lower Mainland.
| School | Type | Grades Served | Catchment Info | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1537 W 40th Ave, Vancouver, BC is ideally located for commuters. The property is 1.8 km from Oakridge-41st, with a 36 min SkyTrain ride to Downtown Vancouver (Waterfront Station). The closest bus stop is Southbound Granville St @ S Connaught Dr (0.06 km). Walk Score Transit rating: Good Transit (58/100).
| Year | Land | Improvements | Total Assessed | YOY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,565,000 | $112,000 | $3,677,000 |
-11.9%
|
| 2025 | $4,060,000 | $115,000 | $4,175,000 |
+1.0%
|
| 2024 | $4,012,000 | $120,000 | $4,132,000 |
+2.4%
|
| 2023 | $3,916,000 | $120,000 | $4,036,000 |
+5.4%
|
| 2022 | $3,710,000 | $119,000 | $3,829,000 | — |
Based on 7 comparable active Single Family Residences in Shaughnessy, the average asking price is $5,058,333. This listing is priced 23.1% below the neighbourhood average.
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