1606 W BROADWAY

1606 W BROADWAY · Vancouver, Fairview · Retail · MLS C8072704

Vancouver, British Columbia · Neighbourhood: Fairview
C$222,480/Y
For rent
1606 W BROADWAY

1606 W BROADWAY is located in Vancouver (Fairview). Property snapshot: Retail, MLS C8072704. Compare transit, schools, similar supply, strata/carrying costs and resale liquidity—not just photos and asking price. Current DOM/site exposure: 126. Catchment schools include Lord Tennyson Elementary, Kitsilano Secondary.

MLS: C8072704
Days on Site: 126
Catchment Schools: Catchment schools include Lord Tennyson Elementary, Kitsilano Secondary

Local Decision Guide

How should buyers evaluate 1606 W BROADWAY?

Start by reading this listing in its Vancouver Fairview context: price, property type, land or strata setup, age, transit, schools, similar supply, carrying costs and resale liquidity should be considered together, not just photos and asking price.

What should be checked before writing an offer?
  • Recent comparable sales, competing active listings, days on market, price changes and current market pace.
  • Property condition, inspection risk, insurance, financing, tax, title and any disclosure documents.
  • For strata homes, review minutes, contingency reserve, special levies, rental rules and pet bylaws.
How do buyers find land with rebuild or multiplex potential, what should they watch, and how can returns be improved?

To find land with this potential, start with zoning, lot size, frontage, lane or driveway access, servicing, trees, slope, basement conditions, BC Assessment, title restrictions and municipal permits. The highest-return plan is usually not simply the maximum unit count; it is the best balance between approval risk, construction cost, rent or resale pricing, floor-plan efficiency, parking and holding period.

Vancouver listings should separate R1-1, RS, RT, laneway house and multiplex rules during review. R1-1 is an important low-density housing reform signal, but heritage, trees, underground servicing, parking, corner-lot conditions and existing building condition can all change the practical outcome.

Vancouver R1-1 / RS / RT / laneway quick checklist
  • Confirm whether zoning is R1-1, RS, RT or another district.
  • Review laneway house, multiplex, heritage, tree, parking and servicing rules separately.
  • Do not rely on lot size alone; corner-lot conditions, underground servicing and existing building condition can affect the plan.
What does this page not replace?

It does not replace a realtor, lawyer, inspector, mortgage broker, insurance review, tax advice, strata documents, BC Assessment or municipal records. Use it to form better questions, then verify independently.

Listing FAQ

What type of home is this Vancouver, Fairview listing?

The page shows Retail at 1606 W BROADWAY. Buyers should still verify strata/land context, interior size, age and inspection findings.

How long has this listing been on the market?

Current records show about 126 days on market/site.

Which catchment schools are associated with 1606 W BROADWAY?

Catchment schools include Lord Tennyson Elementary, Kitsilano Secondary. Catchment boundaries can change, so buyers should verify with the school district or their realtor before writing an offer.

What should buyers check first on this listing?

Start with price, location, property type, land or strata context, condition, schools/transit, recent comparable sales and carrying costs; if redevelopment or multiplex potential matters, also review zoning, lot size, servicing and municipal rules.

How should Vancouver listings be screened for R1-1, RS, RT, laneway and multiplex risk?

Vancouver listings should be checked against R1-1, RS, RT and other zoning, laneway house rules, multiplex rules, heritage, trees, parking, servicing and permits. Block-level and site-level constraints can change the outcome.

Can AI analysis replace professional advice?

No. AI analysis is for faster context and market screening; final decisions should still rely on a realtor, lawyer, inspection, financing, tax and municipal due diligence.

Remarks

Free-standing building in the heart of Vancouver, located at the highly sought-after corner of Fir Street & West Broadway. Directly off the Granville Bridge (Fir Street exit). This prime location offers exceptional vehicle and pedestrian exposure with strong daily traffic flow. Just a 3 minute walk to the new Broadway SkyTrain Station , ensuring excellent transit accessibility. (id:56153)

Property Details

Retail
Building Type
-
Bedrooms
-
Bathrooms
1977
Year Built
49 years
Age
126
Days on Site

Transaction: For rent

Status: active

Listing ID: 28944304 (C8072704)

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Property Summary

Price: C$222,480/Y

Days on Site: 126 days

Added to BurnabyHouse: 2026-03-06

Updated on: 2026-03-12 06:01 PM PDT

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Schools

Lord Tennyson Elementary ELEMENTARY
Public · School District 39
1936 10th Ave W, Vancouver, BC
Straight-line distance about 579.4 m
Kitsilano Secondary SECONDARY
Public · School District 39
2706 Trafalgar St, Vancouver, BC
Straight-line distance about 1.6 km
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Nearby Points of Interest

Grocery / Food Access
La Win Supermarket
About 173.9 m away
1702 West Broadway, Vancouver
No Frills
About 496.7 m away
1688 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver
Shopping Centres
Kids Market
About 851.4 m away
1496 Cartwright Street, Vancouver
Granville Island
About 991.8 m away
Parks / Green Space
6th & Fir
About 340.2 m away
Fifth and Pine Pop-up Park (Pollinator Project)
About 395.3 m away

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