2968 W 20th Ave, Vancouver BC - Single Family Residence for Sale - MLS# R3075386

$2,258,000
Est. Mortgage $9,989/mo
4 Beds
2 Baths
2278 sqft
991 $ /sqft
1919 built
11.7% price reduction
$2,258,000
$2,558,000
Est. $9,989/mo with 20% down
Dan Marusin
Dan Marusin
Renanza Realty
778-918-5990
Award-Winning REALTOR® with 11+ Years of Experience Serving Greater Vancouver
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Property Details for 2968 W 20th Avenue

11.7% price reduction

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.

Interior Features

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

Exterior Features Balcony
View Description MOUNTAINS
Roof Asphalt
Structures Residential Detached

Building Details

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 & Land

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

Property Timeline

Status Date Price
R3075386 / Active 01-01-2026 $2,258,000
R2995603 / Expired 04-29-2025 $2,730,000
Rooms
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
Bathrooms
Floor Ensuite Pieces
Main Level No #4
Basement No #4

Listed by: Sutton Group-West Coast Realty

NOTE: This representation is based in whole or in part on data generated by the Chilliwack & District Real Estate Board, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board or Greater Vancouver REALTORS® which assumes no responsibility for its accuracy.

Map & Neighbourhood

Public Schools

Elementary
Carnarvon Community Elementary
Above Average
0.29 km
7.7/10
Secondary
Prince of Wales Secondary School
Above Average
1.44 km
8.4/10

Information includes BC Government Open License data; school details change often and are offered solely as general guidance.

Private Schools

Elementary,Secondary
SelfDesign Learning Community (DL)
Above Average
0.91 km
8.8/10
Elementary,Secondary
SelfDesign Learning Community (DL)
Above Average
0.91 km
8.8/10

Closest Transit

Bus Stop
Southbound Macdonald St @ W 21 Ave
0.31 km
Skytrain
Skytrain @ King Edward Stn
4.15 km

Crime Rate

Total Crime Rate
Average
Violent Crime Rate
Below Average
Property Crime Rate
Above Average

Demographics

Post-Secondary Education
Above Average
47.2%
No Certificate/Degree
Below Average
10.2%
Owner Occupied
Below Average
44.5%
Employment Rate
Above Average
69.5%

Noise/ Power Lines

Road/Hwy Noise
Possible
Railway/Sky train Noise
Unlikely
Airport/Port Noise
Unlikely
Close to major Power Lines
Unlikely

Other

Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR)
Unlikely
Flood Area
Unlikely
Close to Cemeteries
Unlikely

Sell Speed & Competition

57 / 100
Overall sell-speed score
Moderate pace expected
B
Price competition grade
Avg comparable: $2,289,612
Market conditions
Market conditions unavailable
Flood Risk (FEMA/BC)
Unlikely — not in floodplain
Railway / Skytrain noise
Unlikely — 4.15 km from station
Road / Highway noise
Possible — major road nearby
Airport noise (YVR)
Unlikely
Power lines proximity
Unlikely
ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve)
No — not in ALR
How ARBUTUS compares
This property
189 DOM
Listed
Arbutus avg
Vancouver avg

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.

Climate Risk for V6L 1H5

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).

Flood Lower Risk

Outside of designated flood hazard zones. Under 10% of buildings in this area have flood risk over the next 30 years.

Fire Low

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.

Air Quality A / Excellent

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.

Heat Low

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.

Precipitation Increasing

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.

Drought Stable

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.

Nearby Restaurants, Cafes & Shops

Schools NearBy

School Type Grades Served Catchment Info Rating Distance
Schools Near 2968 W 20th Avenue

Pre-computed routes from 2968 W 20th Ave, Vancouver, BC

By transit (Skytrain)

  • Downtown Vancouver via King Edward → Waterfront
    62 min
  • Metrotown, Burnaby via King Edward → Metrotown
    80 min
  • SFU Burnaby via King Edward → Production Way
    87 min
  • Richmond Centre via King Edward → Brighouse
    69 min
  • YVR Airport via King Edward → YVR-Airport
    70 min

By car (off-peak)

  • Downtown Vancouver via HWY 1 / Grandview
    7 min
  • Metrotown, Burnaby via Lougheed Hwy
    15 min
  • SFU Burnaby via Gaglardi Way
    22 min
  • Richmond Centre via No. 3 Rd
    12 min
  • YVR Airport via Bridgeport / Sea Island
    8 min

Calculate your commute

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).

Walkability & Transit Near 2968 W 20th Avenue

Walk Score Badge
Car-Dependent 74

Walk Score - Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Transit Score Badge
Some Transit 52

Transit Score - Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options
Bike Score Badge
Somewhat
Bikeable
93

Bike Score - Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

BC Assessment Value — 2968 W 20th Avenue

2026 assessed value, sourced from City of Vancouver open data (PID 004-569-474).
Total Assessed Value (2026)
$2,376,000
-12.3% YoY
-2.0%/yr over 4 yr
2022 Value Trend 2026
Land
$2,265,000
Buildings
$111,000
Year Built
1919
Class
Residential Inclusive
Zoning
R1-1
Property Tax
$10,666
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

Mortgage Calculator for 2968 W 20th Avenue

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Principal & Interest
Property Taxes $920
Maintenance fee 0
Financing 80% of the $2,258,000 asking price over 30 years at 4% results in approximately $9,544/month in total estimated carrying costs, $920 property tax.
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Investment Cashflow Calculator

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Break Even Down Payment 0%
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This listing generates an estimated $5,363/month in rental income, leaving a -$4,384/month cashflow at current carrying costs. Investors targeting break-even would need roughly 61% down.
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Price vs Neighbourhood Average — Arbutus, Vancouver

Beds Home Types Square Feet Lot Size Year Built
This Home $2,258,000
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Comparable data is unavailable at the neighbourhood level. City-wide in Vancouver, similar Single Family Residences average $1,969,667 across 11 active listings — this listing is 14.6% above the Vancouver average. This property is flagged as a Hot Deal (11.7% price reduction) based on its competitive pricing and market demand.

Data is based on list prices of similar active listings. This representation is based in whole or in part on data generated by the Chilliwack & District Real Estate Board, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board or Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver which assumes no responsibility for its accuracy

Listing Agent & Brokerage

Dan Marusin
Dan Marusin
Renanza Realty
778-918-5990
Award-Winning REALTOR® with 11+ Years of Experience Serving Greater Vancouver

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Walkability & Transit Near 2968 W 20th Avenue

Walk Score Badge
Car-Dependent 74

Walk Score - Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Transit Score Badge
Some Transit 52

Transit Score - Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options
Bike Score Badge
Somewhat
Bikeable
93

Bike Score - Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

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