PRESTIGE AND HERITAGE: A rare opportunity in the heart of Queens Park, where timeless elegance meets exceptional potential. Set on an expansive 8,712 sq. ft. corner lot, 118 Queens Avenue offers Fraser River views, south-southeast exposure, and lane access, surrounded by the grand residences and mature, tree-lined streets that define one of New Westminster’s most distinguished neighbourhoods. With heritage-exempt status and remarkable scale, the property offers an exceptional canvas for a private legacy residence or the opportunity to explore future redevelopment, subject to City approvals. Close to Queen’s Park, with established amenities, schools, and transit, this is a rare offering where location, land, and long-term potential come together.
| Basement Finished Area (sqft) | 0 |
|---|---|
| Basement Features | None |
| Appliances Included | Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove |
| Fireplace | 2 |
| Heating Type | Natural Gas, Other, Radiant |
| Laundry | In Unit |
| # of Kitchens | 0 |
| Flooring | Wall/Wall/Mixed |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Exterior Features | Balcony |
|---|---|
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Structures | Residential Detached |
| Price | $1,999,999 |
|---|---|
| Total Bedrooms | 1 |
| Total Bathrooms | 0 |
| Full Bathrooms | 0 |
| Half Bathrooms | 0 |
| Floor Area Total (sqft) | 4573 |
| Year Built | 1903 |
| Age Of Building | 123 |
| 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 |
| Utility Sewer | Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer |
| Water (WaterSource) | Public |
| Parking Type | Garage Double, Side Access |
| Total Parking Spaces | 4 |
| Lot Size | 8712 |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Depth | Feet |
| Lot Size Frontage | 66 |
| MLS® # | R3169628 |
| Area | New Westminster |
| Neighbourhood | Queens Park |
| City | New Westminster |
| Postal Code | V3L 1J5 |
| Gross Taxes | $8,435.62 |
| Zoning | RS-4 |
| Floor | Type | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Main Level | Bedroom | 10'0 x 10'0 ft |
Listed by: Engel & Volkers Vancouver (Branch)
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.
Public Schools
Information includes BC Government Open License data; school details change often and are offered solely as general guidance.
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118 Queens Avenue has a sell-speed score of 42/100, placing it in the "May take longer than the area average to sell" band. The listing is has limited comparable pricing data available. The local market is currently a Buyer's Market with a sales-to-active ratio of 10.1% and an area average of 29 days on market — buyers have more leverage. With only 158 competing homes currently listed, this property has significant competition. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is could take longer than the area average to sell.
Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V3L 1J5, 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 5.2 µg/m³ — meets Canada's CAAQS (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: New Westminster Sapperton Park, New Westminster (~2 km). Annual avg AQHI 0 — Low Risk.
New Westminster currently sees ~1 day above 30 °C per year (1981–2010 baseline), projected to rise to ~8 by the 2050s (SSP2-4.5 moderate emissions). Hottest day of the year: ~30 °C baseline, ~32.5 °C projected. Tropical nights (>18 °C): ~0 baseline, ~3 projected.
Annual precipitation ~1516 mm (1981–2010 baseline), projected ~1574 mm by the 2050s. Extreme 1-day rainfall: ~51.5 mm baseline, ~57.1 mm projected. Values vary modestly across the Lower Mainland.
Longest annual dry spell (consecutive dry days): ~23 days baseline, ~24 days projected for the 2050s. CDD is used as a regional drought proxy; drought risk varies modestly across the Lower Mainland.
26 Schools are within 3km
| School | Type | Grades Served | Catchment Info | Rating | Distance |
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Al-Hidayah School |
Independent |
Grades Served—
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Distance592 m
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Compass Christian New West |
Independent |
Grades Served—
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Distance687 m
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Herbert Spencer Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-5
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Catchment InfoIn Catchment
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Distance951 m
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Ecole Glenbrook Middle School |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.01 KM
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New Westminster Online Schools |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.01 KM
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Fraser River Middle |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Distance1.02 KM
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Purpose Independent Secondary School |
Independent |
Grades Served8-12
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.06 KM
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Royal City Alternate Program |
Public |
Grades Served8-11
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.16 KM
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POWER Alternate Secondary School |
Public |
Grades Served10-12
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.47 KM
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John Knox Christian - Secondary Campus |
Independent |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.66 KM
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Sigma |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.73 KM
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F W Howay Elementary |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.77 KM
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New Westminster Secondary School |
Public |
Grades Served9-12
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.78 KM
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Skwo:wech |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Distance1.81 KM
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Lord Kelvin Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-5
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Distance1.82 KM
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New Westminster Continuing Education |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Distance1.85 KM
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John Knox Christian - Elementary Campus |
Independent |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.05 KM
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Twelfth Avenue Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.21 KM
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Cariboo Hill Secondary School |
Public |
Grades Served8-12
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.29 KM
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St. Thomas More Collegiate |
Independent |
Grades Served—
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Distance2.41 KM
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Armstrong Elementary |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.61 KM
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Urban Academy Junior |
Independent |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.67 KM
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Urban Academy Senior |
Independent |
Grades Served—
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Distance2.67 KM
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Home Learners Program |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.70 KM
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Lord Tweedsmuir Elementary |
Public |
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Distance2.83 KM
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St.Michaels School |
Independent |
Grades ServedK-7
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Distance2.90 KM
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118 Queens Ave, New Westminster, BC is ideally located for commuters. The property is 0.7 km from Columbia, with a 41 min SkyTrain ride to Downtown Vancouver (Waterfront Station). The closest bus stop is Northbound 2nd St @ Queens Ave (0.08 km). Walk Score Transit rating: Excellent Transit (78/100).
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