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515 55 E Cordova St, Vancouver BC V6A 0A5 – Condo for Sale – MLS® R3181194

515 55 E Cordova Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6A 0A5

Vancouver Condos for Sale

2 days on the market

$678,000

Est. monthly cost $3,502/mo

Listing updated: Nov 4, 2026 at 01:36pm

EstateBlock checked: Nov 5, 2026 at 03:45am

0 Beds

1 Baths

920 sqft

737 $ /sqft

570.26 $ Maint. fee

2006 built

NEW

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Located in historic Gastown, Koret Lofts offers open plan for New York style loft living. Rarely available 5th floor unit with ultra high ceiling soaring over 15 ft featuring original fir beam and exposed brick wall. This heritage building was converted by Alda Pereira design in 2006, where urban heritage meets modem living with concrete floors, euro kitchen, walk through shower and spa soaker tub. Commercial and residential zoning allows for office/studio/airbnb uses, ideal for home office with live/work space. Gated complex with a beautiful garden courtyard equipped with BBQ.

Building 27 fields Inside & out 13 fields Lot & land 7 fields

Building Details

Price	$678,000
Total Bedrooms	0
Total Bathrooms	1
Full Bathrooms	1
Half Bathrooms	0
Floor Area Total (sqft)	920
Year Built	2006
Age Of Building	20
Building Type	Apartment/Condo
Property Type	Residential
Architecture Style	Live/Work Studio, Loft/Warehouse Conv.
Stories	1
Building Amenities	Bike Room, Caretaker, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Gas, Management, Snow Removal, Water
Ownership Type	Freehold Strata
Maintenance Fee	$570.26
Community Features	Shopping Nearby
Amenities Nearby	Bike Room, Caretaker, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Gas, Management, Snow Removal, Water
Utility Type	Community, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Utility Sewer	Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer
Water (WaterSource)	Public
Parking Type	None
Total Parking Spaces	0
Strata Restrictions	Pets Allowed,Rentals Allowed
Pet Restrictions	Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes
Rental Restrictions	100
Rental Suites	None
Units In Development	118

Interior Features

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

Exterior Features

Exterior Features	Garden, No Outdoor Area
View Description	CITY VIEWS
Structures	Multi Family, Residential Attached

Lot & Land

MLS^® #	R3181194
Area	Vancouver East
Neighbourhood	Downtown VE
City	Vancouver
Postal Code	V6A 0A5
Gross Taxes	$2,400.9
Zoning	HA-2

Property Timeline

Status	Date	Price
R3181194 / Active	11-03-2026	$678,000
to view full Property History (1 earlier record)

Rooms

Floor	Type	Dimensions
Main Level	Foyer	7'8 x 7'8 ft
Main Level	Living Room	37' x 37' ft
Main Level	Kitchen	10' x 10' ft

Bathrooms

Floor	Ensuite	Pieces
Main Level	Yes	#4

Listed by: Engel & Volkers Vancouver

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.

About the building: Koret Lofts

55 E Cordova Street, Downtown VE, Vancouver

Koret Lofts building details

Building

Built: 2006
Homes: 118 in 6 storeys
Construction: Concrete, Brick
Title: Freehold Strata
Strata plan: BCS2025
Managed by: Tribe Management
Parking: Garage: Underground
Lockers: Limited
Strata fee covers: ManagementGasGardeningGarbage PickupCaretaker

Bylaws on record

Pets: Allowed; Cats and dogs OK, max 2
Rentals: Allowed

Market at Koret Lofts

For sale: 6
Median ask: $959K
Median $/sqft: $746
Days on market: 61
Sold, past year: 7

This home

$737/sqft, 1.2% below the building median of $746.

Homes for sale at Koret Lofts, Vancouver Recent sold listings in Koret Lofts, Vancouver

From MLS® and public strata records. Verify against the current Form B and registered bylaws.

Map, sell speed & climate

SkyTrain 0.58 km · Britannia Community Secondary School 5/10 · 2.48 km · crime average · sell-speed score 49/100 (moderate pace) · flood lower risk · wildfire low

Map & area Sell speed Climate risk

Map & Neighbourhood

Nearby Restaurants, Cafes & Shops

Restaurants (242 nearby)

Gastronomy gastown · 47 m · Restaurant
Tekkaba · 54 m · Restaurant
Skewers souvlaki pita bar · 80 m · Restaurant

Shopping (235 nearby)

Casa hair studio · 32 m · Hairdresser
Omnicare pharmacy ltd · 54 m · Pharmacy
Community thrift & vintage · 83 m · Clothes

Cafes (97 nearby)

Milano espresso lounge · 78 m · Cafe
Nelson the seagull · 86 m · Cafe
East van roasters · 89 m · Cafe

Groceries (55 nearby)

Carrall supermarket · 56 m · Convenience
Vancity corner store · 121 m · Convenience
Bazaar smoke & convenience · 183 m · Convenience

Healthcare (20 nearby)

Omnicare pharmacy ltd · 54 m · Healthcare
Srx pharmacy · 261 m · Healthcare
Owl drugs · 275 m · Healthcare

Transit (6 nearby)

Skytrain @ stadium stn station · 577 m · Transit
Bus stop northbound gore ave @ e georgia st · 614 m · Transit
Seabus station @ waterfront stn station · 665 m · Transit

Gyms (1 nearby)

Stretch yoga studio · 317 m · Gym

Public Schools

Secondary
Britannia Community Secondary School: Average 2.48 km 5/10
Elementary
Lord Strathcona Community Elementary School: Below Average 0.78 km 2.1/10

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

Private Schools

Elementary
The Westside School: Above Average 0.91 km 8.8/10
Secondary
Sino Bright School BC: Average 0.49 km 4.3/10

Closest Transit

Bus Stop
Eastbound W Cordova St @ Carrall St: 0.09 km
Skytrain
Skytrain @ Stadium Stn: 0.58 km

Crime Rate

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

Demographics

Post-Secondary Education: Above Average 33.2%
No Certificate/Degree: Average 12.7%
Owner Occupied: Above Average 85.8%
Employment Rate: Below Average 25.7%

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

49 / 100

Overall sell-speed score

Moderate pace expected

Price competition grade

Avg comparable: $664,944

Flood Risk

Unlikely — not in floodplain

Railway / Skytrain noise

Unlikely — 0.58 km from station

Road / Highway noise

Unlikely

Airport noise (YVR)

Unlikely

Power lines proximity

Unlikely

ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve)

No — not in ALR

How DOWNTOWN VE compares

This property

2 DOM

Listed

515 55 E Cordova Street has a sell-speed score of 49/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell at a moderate pace" band. The listing is priced 2% above comparable active properties in Downtown VE. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is may take several weeks to attract serious offers.

Climate Risk for V6A 0A5

Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V6A 0A5, 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 B / Good

Annual avg PM2.5 5.1 µg/m³ — meets Canada's CAAQS. Nearest station: Vancouver Clark Drive, Vancouver (~3.1 km). Annual avg AQHI 2.2 — Low Risk.

Heat Low

Vancouver currently sees ~1 day 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.

Schools NearBy

31 Schools are within 3km

School	Type	Grades Served	Catchment Info	Rating	Distance
Sino Bright School BC	Independent	Grades Served 10-12	Catchment Info —	4.3 / 10	Distance 493 m
Lord Strathcona Community Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info In Catchment	2.1 / 10	Distance 776 m
Alexander Academy	Independent	Grades Served 8-12	Catchment Info —	6.1 / 10	Distance 789 m
Columbia Academy	Independent	Grades Served 10-12	Catchment Info —	N/A	Distance 867 m
Lowell High School	Independent	Grades Served 10-12	Catchment Info —	N/A	Distance 903 m
The Westside School	Independent	Grades Served K-9	Catchment Info —	8.8 / 10	Distance 908 m
Madrona School	Independent	Grades Served K-9	Catchment Info —	8.3 / 10	Distance 1.06 KM
Franklin School	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	4.1 / 10	Distance 1.06 KM
Columbia College	Independent	Grades Served 11-12	Catchment Info —	N/A	Distance 1.35 KM
Claren Academy	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	9.0 / 10	Distance 1.46 KM
Pattison High School	Independent	Grades Served 9-12	Catchment Info —	N/A	Distance 1.57 KM
Admiral Seymour Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	N/A	Distance 1.73 KM
Elsie Roy Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	6.8 / 10	Distance 1.81 KM
St. Francis Xavier	Independent	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	9.6 / 10	Distance 1.86 KM
St Francis Xavier	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	9.6 / 10	Distance 1.87 KM
Eaton Arrowsmith School (Vancouver) Ltd	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	N/A	Distance 2.02 KM
Mount Pleasant Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	5.3 / 10	Distance 2.16 KM
St.Patrick Regional Secondary School	Independent	Grades Served 8-12	Catchment Info —	6.9 / 10	Distance 2.34 KM
False Creek Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	6.0 / 10	Distance 2.39 KM
False Creek Elementary	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	6.0 / 10	Distance 2.41 KM
Britannia Community Secondary School	Public	Grades Served 8-12	Catchment Info In Catchment	5.0 / 10	Distance 2.48 KM
Britannia Community Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	5.9 / 10	Distance 2.49 KM
King George Secondary School	Public	Grades Served 8-12	Catchment Info —	6.2 / 10	Distance 2.51 KM
St.Patrick's Elementary School	Independent	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	7.6 / 10	Distance 2.52 KM
Canada Royal Arts High School	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	4.6 / 10	Distance 2.52 KM
St Patrick's	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	8.3 / 10	Distance 2.54 KM
Florence Nightingale Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	7.0 / 10	Distance 2.56 KM
Lord Roberts Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	6.0 / 10	Distance 2.58 KM
Simon Fraser Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	7.6 / 10	Distance 2.83 KM
St Francis of Assisi	Independent	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	8.9 / 10	Distance 2.84 KM
Blessed Sacrament School	Independent	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	8.0 / 10	Distance 2.94 KM

Pre-computed routes from 515 55 E Cordova St, Vancouver, BC

515 55 E Cordova St, Vancouver, BC Stadium 0.6 km

14 min

Downtown Vancouver Waterfront Station

By transit (Skytrain)

Downtown Vancouver via Stadium → Waterfront
14 min
Metrotown, Burnaby via Stadium → Metrotown
24 min
SFU Burnaby via Stadium → Production Way
31 min
Richmond Centre via Stadium → Brighouse
39 min
YVR Airport via Stadium → YVR-Airport
40 min

By car (off-peak)

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

Calculate your commute

515 55 E Cordova St, Vancouver, BC is ideally located for commuters. The property is 0.6 km from Stadium, with a 14 min SkyTrain ride to Downtown Vancouver (Waterfront Station). The closest bus stop is Eastbound W Cordova St @ Carrall St (0.09 km). Walk Score Transit rating: Rider's Paradise (100/100).

Walkability & Transit Near 515 55 E Cordova Street

Walker's Paradise 98

Walk Score - Walker's Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Rider's Paradise 100

Transit Score - Rider's Paradise

World-class public transportation

Biker's Paradise 99

Bike Score - Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

BC Assessment Value — 515 55 E Cordova Street

2026 assessed value, sourced from City of Vancouver open data (PID 026-806-193).

Total Assessed Value (2026)

$710,000

-9.6% YoY

-3.4%/yr over 4 yr

2022 Value Trend 2026

Land

$563,000

Buildings

$147,000

Year Built

2006

Class

Historical Area

Zoning

HA-2

Property Tax

$2,401

Year	Land	Improvements	Total Assessed	YOY Change
2026	$563,000	$147,000	$710,000	-9.6%
2025	$623,000	$162,000	$785,000	-4.5%
2024	$652,000	$170,000	$822,000	-3.2%
2023	$673,000	$176,000	$849,000	+4.0%
2022	$627,000	$189,000	$816,000	—

Costs & calculators

Monthly cost about $3,502/month · rent estimate $2,508/month · owning catches up with renting by year 14 · cash flow if rented −$1,174/month

Mortgage Cash flow Rent estimate Rent vs own

Mortgage Calculator for 515 55 E Cordova Street

$3,502 /month

Principal & Interest $2,732

Property Taxes $200

Maintenance fee $570

The estimated monthly cost of 515 55 E Cordova Street, Vancouver is $3,502: $2,732 principal and interest with 20% down over 30 years at 4.45%, plus $200 property tax and $570 strata fee.

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All figures are informational estimates by EstateBlock.com; actual mortgage payments and insurance rates vary by many factors.

Investment Cashflow Calculator

−$1,174 /month

Mortgage Payment $2,732

Monthly Cash Flow −$1,174

Break Even Down Payment 55%

Cap Rate -2.1%

Cash on Cash -10.4%

If 515 55 E Cordova Street, Vancouver were rented at $2,508 a month with 5% vacancy, it would fall $1,174 a month short of the mortgage and carrying costs; about 55% down would break even.

All figures are informational estimates by EstateBlock.com; actual mortgage payments and insurance rates vary by many factors.

Estateblock Rent Estimate for 515 55 E Cordova Street, Vancouver

$2,508 / month

Rent $2,508

Own $3,502

Principal: $879/mo Interest, tax, insurance, fees: $2,623/mo

Example shown is the principal portion at year 5 of the mortgage. It grows over the loan: ~$736/mo (year 1) → ~$1,711/mo (year 20) → ~$2,552/mo (year 29).

Net cost to own at year 5 ~$2,623/mo About $115/mo more than renting

EstateBlock estimates 515 55 E Cordova Street, Vancouver would rent for about $2,508 a month.

Approximate estimates for informational purposes only, not financial advice. Assumes a new 30-year fixed mortgage at the rate shown; actual rent, payments, and equity will vary by loan terms and market conditions. Consult a licensed professional before deciding.

Rent vs own: 515 55 E Cordova Street

Rent vs own

Owning catches up by year 14

With 20% down ($135,600) at 4.45%: renting is cheaper at first, but principal paydown closes the gap

Principal paid off by year 5 $48,335

Principal paid off by year 10 $108,690

Assumes 20% down payment, 4.45% fixed rate, 30-year amortization. Rent line = full rent (money gone). Own line = interest + property tax + fees, excluding principal (money you keep as equity). No appreciation, investment returns or transaction costs included.

Renting 515 55 E Cordova Street, Vancouver is cheaper at first, but owning catches up by year 14, with $48,335 of principal paid off by year 5 and $108,690 by year 10.