After years of thoughtful renovations and upgrades, this charming 4-bedroom character home in prime Arbutus is a true gem. Enjoy stunning views of Grouse and Cypress Mountains. Conveniently located within walking distance to public transit and top schools, including Trafalgar Elementary, Carnarvon Elementary, Prince of Wales Secondary, and Lord Byng Secondary. The basement offers excellent potential to be converted into a suite. Contact the listing agent for more details. Open House 2 - 4 PM on Jun 20th and Jun 21st, 2026.
| Basement Finished Area (sqft) | 937 |
|---|---|
| Basement Features | Full, Finished, Exterior Entry |
| Appliances Included | Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave, Oven, Range Top |
| Fireplace | 1 |
| Heating Type | Natural Gas |
| # of Kitchens | 1 |
| Flooring | Mixed |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Exterior Features | Balcony |
|---|---|
| View Description | MOUNTAINS |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Structures | Residential Detached |
| Price | $2,258,000 |
|---|---|
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Total Bathrooms | 2 |
| Full Bathrooms | 2 |
| Half Bathrooms | 0 |
| Floor Area Total (sqft) | 2278 |
| Year Built | 1919 |
| Age Of Building | 107 |
| Building Type | Single Family Residence |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Stories | 2 |
| Ownership Type | Freehold NonStrata |
| Utility Type | Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected |
| Utility Sewer | Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer |
| Water (WaterSource) | Public |
| Parking Type | Garage Single |
| Total Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Strata Restrictions | No Restrictions |
| Rental Suites | None |
| Lot Size | 4026 |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Depth | Feet |
| Lot Size Frontage | 33 |
| MLS® # | R3075386 |
| Area | Vancouver West |
| Neighbourhood | Arbutus |
| City | Vancouver |
| Postal Code | V6L 1H5 |
| Gross Taxes | $11,045.2 |
| Zoning | R1-1 |
| Status | Date | Price |
|---|---|---|
| R3075386 / Active | 01-01-2026 | $2,258,000 |
| R2995603 / Expired | 04-29-2025 | $2,730,000 |
| Floor | Type | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Main Level | Foyer | 10'11 x 10'11 ft |
| Main Level | Living Room | 12'3 x 12'3 ft |
| Main Level | Kitchen | 15'11 x 15'11 ft |
| Main Level | Dining Room | 11'3 x 11'3 ft |
| Main Level | Primary Bedroom | 11'7 x 11'7 ft |
| Main Level | Porch (enclosed) | 6'6 x 6'6 ft |
| Main Level | Patio | 23'6 x 23'6 ft |
| Above Level | Bedroom | 11'6 x 11'6 ft |
| Basement Level | Bedroom | 23'2 x 23'2 ft |
| Basement Level | Utility | 5'3 x 5'3 ft |
| Basement Level | Laundry | 8'9 x 8'9 ft |
| Basement Level | Bedroom | 15'0 x 15'0 ft |
| Floor | Ensuite | Pieces |
|---|---|---|
| Main Level | No | #4 |
| Basement | No | #4 |
Listed by: Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
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Public Schools
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2968 W 20th Avenue has a sell-speed score of 57/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell at a moderate pace" band. The listing is priced 1.4% below comparable active properties in Arbutus, 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 V6L 1H5, 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 (~7.7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schools Near 2968 W 20th Avenue | |||||
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2968 W 20th Ave, Vancouver, BC is ideally located for commuters. The property is 4.1 km from King Edward, with a 62 min SkyTrain ride to Downtown Vancouver (Waterfront Station). The closest bus stop is Southbound Macdonald St @ W 21 Ave (0.31 km). Walk Score Transit rating: Good Transit (52/100).
| Year | Land | Improvements | Total Assessed | YOY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,265,000 | $111,000 | $2,376,000 |
-12.3%
|
| 2025 | $2,595,000 | $113,000 | $2,708,000 |
+4.5%
|
| 2024 | $2,468,000 | $124,000 | $2,592,000 |
+2.2%
|
| 2023 | $2,400,000 | $135,000 | $2,535,000 |
-1.8%
|
| 2022 | $2,440,000 | $141,000 | $2,581,000 | — |
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