$2,138,000
Welcome to 8479 Selkirk Street, a charming lot tucked into the heart of Vancouver’s highly walkable Marpole neighbourhood—truly a walker’s paradise. This cozy lot offers an ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and community. The highlight is the incredible yard: a private, sun-soaked retreat featuring mature fruit trees, lush greenery, and ample space for gardening, entertaining, or relaxing outdoors. Just steps from everyday essentials, you’re surrounded by local cafés, restaurants, parks, transit, and top schools, making day-to-day living effortless. If you're envisioning a future build, this property delivers exceptional value in one of Vancouver’s most accessible and vibrant neighbourhoods. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Marpole charm. The existing home will be included in sale.
| Structures | Land Only |
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| Price | $1,836,000 |
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| Property Type | Land |
| Ownership Type | Freehold NonStrata |
| Community Features | Near Shopping |
| Utility Type | Sanitary Sewer Public, Storm Sewer Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Nearby, Cable Available |
| Water (WaterSource) | Public |
| Lot Size | 4011 |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Depth | Feet |
| MLS® # | R3073869 |
| Area | Vancouver West |
| Neighbourhood | Marpole |
| City | Vancouver |
| Postal Code | V6P 4J1 |
| Gross Taxes | $9,257.6 |
| Zoning | RT-2 |
Listed by: HonestDoor Inc.
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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8479 Selkirk Street has a sell-speed score of 55/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell at a moderate pace" band. The listing is priced 11.5% below comparable active properties in Marpole, which is a strong competitive signal. The local market is currently a Buyer's Market with a sales-to-active ratio of 9.2% and an area average of 67 days on market — buyers have more leverage. With only 542 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.
Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V6P 4J1, 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 (~2.9 km). Annual avg AQHI 2.2 — Low Risk.
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.
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.
21 Schools are within 3km
| School | Type | Grades Served | Catchment Info | Rating | Distance |
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David Lloyd George Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment InfoIn Catchment
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Distance236 m
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St. Anthony of Padua |
Independent |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment Info—
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Distance623 m
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Vancouver Montessori School |
Independent |
Grades ServedK
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Catchment Info—
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Distance840 m
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des Colibris |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.01 KM
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Royal Canadian College |
Independent |
Grades Served9-12
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.08 KM
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Sir Wilfrid Laurier Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.16 KM
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Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School |
Public |
Grades Served8-12
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Catchment InfoIn Catchment
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Distance1.34 KM
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Dr. R. E. McKechnie Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.69 KM
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J.W. Sexsmith Community Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.89 KM
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Dr Annie B Jamieson Elementary |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.18 KM
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Robert J. Tait Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.20 KM
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Dr. Annie B. Jamieson Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.21 KM
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Sir William Osler Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.43 KM
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Magee Secondary School |
Public |
Grades Served8-12
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.55 KM
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Maple Grove Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.58 KM
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R. C. Talmey Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.62 KM
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Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary School |
Public |
Grades ServedK-7
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.71 KM
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Kerrisdale Annex |
Public |
Grades ServedK-2
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.75 KM
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King David High School |
Independent |
Grades Served8-12
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.77 KM
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Vancouver College |
Independent |
Grades ServedK-12
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.96 KM
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City Vancouver Academy |
Independent |
Grades Served10-12
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Catchment Info—
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Distance2.98 KM
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Calculate your commute
8479 Selkirk St, Vancouver, BC is ideally located for commuters. The property is 1.2 km from Marine Drive, with a 34 min SkyTrain ride to Downtown Vancouver (Waterfront Station). The closest bus stop is Southbound Hudson St @ W 70 Ave (0.17 km). Walk Score Transit rating: Good Transit (64/100).
| Year | Land | Improvements | Total Assessed | YOY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,863,000 | $20,300 | $1,883,300 |
-12.7%
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| 2025 | $2,133,000 | $24,800 | $2,157,800 |
+1.8%
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| 2024 | $2,104,000 | $15,500 | $2,119,500 |
+5.5%
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| 2023 | $1,994,000 | $15,900 | $2,009,900 |
+8.6%
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| 2022 | $1,835,000 | $16,300 | $1,851,300 | — |
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