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501 5628 Birney Ave, Vancouver BC - Apartment/Condo for Sale - MLS# R3123833

115 days on the market

$1,380,000

Est. Mortgage $6,105/mo

Listing updated: Jul 21, 2026 at 06:16pm

EstateBlock checked: Sep 6, 2026 at 07:25am

The Laureates

3 Beds

3 Baths

1217 sqft

1134 $ /sqft

628.21 $ Maint. fee

2016 built

115 days on the market

$1,380,000

Est. $6,105/mo with 20% down

Listing updated: Jul 21, 2026 at 06:16pm

EstateBlock checked: Sep 6, 2026 at 07:25am

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Exterior Front Photo of 501 5628 Birney Avenue, Vancouver, BC

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THE PINNACLE OF UBC LIVING: THE LAUREATES BY POLYGON. Experience prestige in this rare 3-bed, 3-bath concrete residence in the heart of Wesbrook Village. This meticulously kept home boasts 9’ ceilings, A/C, and laminate flooring. The chef’s kitchen features top-tier appliances, while the North-facing windows offer serene, protected views of Pacific Spirit Park’s lush canopy. Located in the elite U-Hill Secondary & Norma Rose Point catchments, you are steps from Save-On-Foods, cafes, and UBC’s academic core. Whether you are seeking a scholarly environment for your family or a quiet retreat near forest trails and beaches, this is Vancouver’s most refined lifestyle. Functional floor plan, view, and location—this is the one. Call for your private viewing now!

Interior Features

Basement Finished Area (sqft)	0
Basement Features	None
Appliances Included	Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Interior Features	Elevator, Storage
Fireplace	0
Heating Type	Heat Pump
Laundry	In Unit
# of Kitchens	1
Flooring	Laminate, Other
Foundation	Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features

Exterior Features	Balcony
Roof	Other
Structures	Multi Family, Residential Attached

Building Details

Price	$1,380,000
Total Bedrooms	3
Total Bathrooms	3
Full Bathrooms	2
Half Bathrooms	1
Floor Area Total (sqft)	1217
Year Built	2016
Age Of Building	10
Building Type	Apartment/Condo
Property Type	Residential
Stories	1
Building Amenities	Exercise Centre, Maintenance Grounds, Hot Water, Management, RV Parking
Building Name	The Laureates
Ownership Type	Leasehold prepaid-Strata
Maintenance Fee	$628.21
Amenities Nearby	Exercise Centre, Maintenance Grounds, Hot Water, Management, RV Parking
Utility Type	Community, Electricity Connected
Utility Sewer	Public Sewer
Water (WaterSource)	Public
Parking Type	Underground
Total Parking Spaces	1
Strata Restrictions	Pets Allowed w/Rest.
Pet Restrictions	Yes With Restrictions

Lot & Land

Lot Size Depth	Feet
MLS^® #	R3123833
Area	Vancouver West
Neighbourhood	University VW
City	Vancouver
Postal Code	V6S 0H7
Gross Taxes	$2,707.85
Zoning	RES

Property Timeline

Status	Date	Price
R3123833 / Active	05-14-2026	$1,380,000

Rooms

Floor	Type	Dimensions
Main Level	Living Room	13'9 x 13'9 ft
Main Level	Kitchen	9'6 x 9'6 ft
Main Level	Dining Room	13'9 x 13'9 ft
Main Level	Primary Bedroom	11' x 11' ft
Main Level	Bedroom	9' x 9' ft
Main Level	Bedroom	9' x 9' ft

Bathrooms

Floor	Ensuite	Pieces
Main Level	Yes	#5
Main Level	Yes	#3
Main Level	No	#2

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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

Secondary
University Hill Secondary School: Above Average 0.65 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
St Regis Secondary School: Above Average 2.2 km 7.3/10
Elementary, Secondary
St George's School: Above Average 2.41 km 10/10

Closest Transit

Bus Stop
Southbound Wesbrook Mall @ Birney Ave: 0.31 km
Skytrain
Skytrain @ Yvr-Airport Stn: 7.65 km

Crime Rate

Total Crime Rate: Average
Violent Crime Rate: Low
Property Crime Rate: Above Average

Demographics

Post-Secondary Education: Above Average 51.7%
No Certificate/Degree: Below Average 7.6%
Owner Occupied: Below Average 59.5%
Employment Rate: Above Average 79.1%

Noise/ Power Lines

Road/Hwy Noise: Unlikely
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

48 / 100

Overall sell-speed score

Moderate pace expected

Price competition grade

Avg comparable: $1,206,120

Balanced

Market conditions

Balanced market — steady conditions

Flood Risk (FEMA/BC)

Unlikely — not in floodplain

Railway / Skytrain noise

Unlikely — 7.65 km from station

Road / Highway noise

Unlikely

Airport noise (YVR)

Unlikely

Power lines proximity

Unlikely

ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve)

No — not in ALR

How UNIVERSITY VW compares

This property

115 DOM

Slower than area

University VW avg

49 DOM

Average

Vancouver avg

49 DOM

Faster market

501 5628 Birney Avenue has a sell-speed score of 48/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell at a moderate pace" band. The listing is priced 12.6% above comparable active properties in University VW. The local market is currently a Balanced Market with a sales-to-active ratio of 16.1% and an area average of 49 days on market — conditions are balanced. With only 1245 competing homes currently listed, this property has significant competition. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is may take several weeks to attract serious offers.

Nearby Restaurants, Cafes & Shops

Shopping (10 nearby)

éliane hair and spa · 280 m · Hairdresser
Wesbrook eyecare · 343 m · Optician
A perfect 10 nail spa · 350 m · Beauty Shop

Restaurants (9 nearby)

Poke by ryuu · 307 m · Restaurant
Jugo juice · 314 m · Fast Food
Togo sushi · 333 m · Restaurant

Cafes (3 nearby)

Blenz coffee · 318 m · Cafe
Starbucks · 433 m · Cafe
Field house cafe · 740 m · Cafe

Groceries (2 nearby)

Doughgirls · 376 m · Bakery
Bc liquor store · 407 m · Beverages

Healthcare (2 nearby)

Shoppers drug mart · 419 m · Healthcare
Save-on-foods pharmacy · 462 m · Healthcare

Transit (1 nearby)

Bus stop eastbound w 16 ave @ pacific spirit park · 813 m · Transit

Schools NearBy

12 Schools are within 3km

School	Type	Grades Served	Catchment Info	Rating	Distance
University Hill Secondary School	Public	Grades Served 9-12	Catchment Info In Catchment	8.4 / 10	Distance 652 m
Norma Rose Point Elementary Junior	Public	Grades Served K-8	Catchment Info —	7.8 / 10	Distance 853 m
Queen Elizabeth Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	8.1 / 10	Distance 2.19 KM
St Regis Secondary School	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	7.3 / 10	Distance 2.20 KM
University Hill Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-5	Catchment Info —	7.9 / 10	Distance 2.32 KM
St George's School	Independent	Grades Served 1-12	Catchment Info —	9.4 / 10	Distance 2.41 KM
Queen Mary Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	7.9 / 10	Distance 2.43 KM
West Point Grey Academy	Independent	Grades Served K-12	Catchment Info —	9.7 / 10	Distance 2.61 KM
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School	Independent	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	8.6 / 10	Distance 2.73 KM
Pacific Spirit School	Independent	Grades Served K-6	Catchment Info —	0	Distance 2.74 KM
Lord Byng Secondary School	Public	Grades Served 8-12	Catchment Info —	8.1 / 10	Distance 2.85 KM
Southlands Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	6.3 / 10	Distance 2.99 KM

Pre-computed routes from 501 5628 Birney Ave, Vancouver, BC

501 5628 Birney Ave, Vancouver, BC YVR-Airport 7.6 km

121 min

Downtown Vancouver Waterfront Station

By transit (Skytrain)

Downtown Vancouver via YVR-Airport → Waterfront
121 min
Metrotown, Burnaby via YVR-Airport → Metrotown
139 min
SFU Burnaby via YVR-Airport → Production Way
146 min
Richmond Centre via YVR-Airport → Brighouse
108 min
YVR Airport
95 min

By car (off-peak)

Downtown Vancouver via HWY 1 / Grandview
11 min
Metrotown, Burnaby via Lougheed Hwy
20 min
SFU Burnaby via Gaglardi Way
27 min
Richmond Centre via No. 3 Rd
14 min
YVR Airport via Bridgeport / Sea Island
9 min

Calculate your commute

501 5628 Birney Ave, Vancouver, BC is ideally located for commuters. The property is 7.6 km from YVR-Airport, with a 121 min SkyTrain ride to Downtown Vancouver (Waterfront Station). The closest bus stop is Southbound Wesbrook Mall @ Birney Ave (0.31 km).

Walkability & Transit Near 501 5628 Birney Avenue

Car-Dependent 79

Walk Score - Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Some Transit 0

Transit Score - Minimal Transit

It is possible to get on a bus

Somewhat
Bikeable 86

Bike Score - Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

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Property Taxes $226

Maintenance fee 628.21

Based on a 30-year fixed at 4% interest with 20% down ($276,000), the estimated monthly payment for this listing is $6,125/month — $5,271 principal & interest, $226 property tax, $628 maintenance fee.

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Listing data last synced: Jul 21, 2026

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At an estimated rental income of $3,933/month, this property runs a $2,251/month shortfall after mortgage and carrying costs. Break-even requires approximately 55% down.

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Quick summary

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12.6% above University VW avg

$1,380,000 vs $1,226,054 area average

Price/sqft: $1,134
Building: The Laureates
Annual tax: $2,707.85
Total monthly est.: $6,959
Walk Score: 79 — Very Walkable
Skytrain: 7.65 km
Flood risk: None
Crime rate: Average
Pets allowed: Yes With Restrictions

School catchment

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Elementary: St Regis Secondary School
Rating: 7.3/10
Distance: 2.2 km
Secondary: University Hill Secondary School
Distance: 0.65 km

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