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Soaring above Yaletown on the 18th floor, this double-height loft captures cinematic False Creek views through 16’4” walls of glass. The Grace forms your architectural backdrop, evoking a New York skyline while protected sightlines over David Lam Park ensure the view endures. A $70K designer renovation brings Kentwood hardwood, quartz counters, and Hans Grohe fixtures, balancing modern polish with warmth. Just steps to the Seawall, SkyTrain, and Vancouver’s best dining, this is a rare offering that fuses Yaletown’s historic charm with a bold, contemporary edge. The Metropolis offers a thoughtful mix of calm and connection—an intimate community with gym, hot tub, and pet-friendly living amid Vancouver’s most storied streets.
| Basement Finished Area (sqft) | 0 |
|---|---|
| Basement Features | None |
| Interior Features | Elevator, Storage |
| Heating Type | Baseboard, Natural Gas |
| # of Kitchens | 1 |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Exterior Features | Balcony |
|---|---|
| View Description | False Creek Ocean Views |
| Structures | Multi Family, Residential Attached |
| Price | $785,000 |
|---|---|
| Total Bedrooms | 1 |
| Total Bathrooms | 1 |
| Full Bathrooms | 1 |
| Half Bathrooms | 0 |
| Floor Area Total (sqft) | 839 |
| Year Built | 1998 |
| Age Of Building | 28 |
| Building Type | Apartment/Condo |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Architecture Style | Loft/Warehouse Conv. |
| Stories | 2 |
| Building Amenities | Bike Room, Exercise Centre, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Hot Water, Management, Recreation Facilities, Sewer, Water |
| Ownership Type | Freehold Strata |
| Maintenance Fee | $536.91 |
| Community Features | Shopping Nearby |
| Amenities Nearby | Bike Room, Exercise Centre, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Hot Water, Management, Recreation Facilities, Sewer, Water |
| Utility Type | Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected |
| Utility Sewer | Sanitary Sewer |
| Water (WaterSource) | Public |
| Parking Type | Underground, Lane Access |
| Total Parking Spaces | 1 |
| Strata Restrictions | Pets Allowed w/Rest.,Rentals Allwd w/Restrctns |
| Pet Restrictions | Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit (Two), Yes With Restrictions |
| Units In Development | 100 |
| Lot Size Depth | Feet |
|---|---|
| MLS® # | R3111567 |
| Area | Vancouver West |
| Neighbourhood | Yaletown |
| City | Vancouver |
| Postal Code | V6B 6M6 |
| Gross Taxes | $2,787.75 |
| Zoning | DD |
| Floor | Type | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Main Level | Dining Room | 12'4 x 12'4 ft |
| Main Level | Living Room | 12'4 x 12'4 ft |
| Main Level | Kitchen | 7'5 x 7'5 ft |
| Main Level | Patio | 5'7 x 5'7 ft |
| Above Level | Primary Bedroom | 12'2 x 12'2 ft |
| Above Level | Den | 9'1 x 9'1 ft |
| Above Level | Walk-In Closet | 8'4 x 8'4 ft |
| Floor | Ensuite | Pieces |
|---|---|---|
| Above Level | Yes | #3 |
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1802 1238 Richards Street has a sell-speed score of 51/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell at a moderate pace" band. The listing is priced 1.9% below comparable active properties in Yaletown, 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 V6B 6M6, 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 5.1 µg/m³ — meets Canada's CAAQS (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: Vancouver Clark Drive, Vancouver (~3.8 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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1802 1238 Richards St, Vancouver, BC is ideally located for commuters. The property is 0.2 km from Yaletown-Roundhouse, with a 10 min SkyTrain ride to Downtown Vancouver (Waterfront Station). The closest bus stop is Eastbound Davie St @ Richards St (0.07 km). Walk Score Transit rating: Rider's Paradise (99/100).
| Year | Land | Improvements | Total Assessed | YOY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $583,000 | $255,000 | $838,000 |
-6.3%
|
| 2025 | $622,000 | $272,000 | $894,000 |
-1.4%
|
| 2024 | $631,000 | $276,000 | $907,000 |
-5.4%
|
| 2023 | $667,000 | $292,000 | $959,000 |
+2.0%
|
| 2022 | $602,000 | $338,000 | $940,000 | — |
Based on 22 comparable active apartments/condos in Yaletown, the average asking price is $855,500. This listing is priced 8.2% below the neighbourhood average.
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