“Vancouver Specials” is a term that was coined for a certain mass produced home in Vancouver during the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. There were some specifications that you could chose from but essentially every home had a similar look. Two levels, low pitched roofs, balconies on the front and very similar floor plans. Typically you will find the kitchen and living space on the upper floors along with a couple of bedrooms and extra bedrooms down on the ground floor. These were mass produced as builders were able to make fairly quality homes at a fraction of the cost.
Lately we have seen developers and contractors find tremendous value in these style of homes. The kitchens are easily opened up to create a modern open feel and the ground floor bedrooms are quite easily converted into suites. This has enabled families that wouldn’t traditionally be able to afford a house get into the market as they are able to capture rental income from at minimum a 2 bedroom suite. There have been some very creative transformations as well turning some into loft like homes while others are adding cedar in place of stucco and coloured doors to make their “specials” stand out.
Vancouver Special Listings
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$1,699,000
6182 BEATRICE STREET Vancouver, BC
BRAND NEW RENOVATED 5-bedroom, 3-full bathroom house, ready to move in! Functional floor plan, bright living room, spacious dining room, gourmet kitchen leading to a large back deck. Classic laminate flooring, luxury lighting, gorgeous crown molding. Private 2-car secure garage. Fully landscape... Learn More
2512 Sq Ft
5 Bedrooms
1985
3 Bathrooms
$1,398,000
408 E KING EDWARD AVENUE Vancouver, BC
Main street rare 4 bdrms up + 2 bdrm mortgage helper @ $1500. Over 2100 SQFT plus a large attached double garage on bright corner lot. Master with full ensuite fireplace and covered deck. Kitchen + baths up have been renovated. Easy walk to main street shops + restaurants. Kensington elementary and... Learn More
- 2182 Sq Ft
- 6 Bedrooms
- 1984
- 3 Bathrooms
$1,770,000
6686 CLARENDON STREET Vancouver, BC
A real opportunity to own a fully renovated corner-lot Vancouver Special Home at the heart of Killarney—the best location of East Vancounter. A 4-bedrooms suite upstairs and a 3-bedrooms suite at the main floor, perfect for growing family and investor. Unbeatable location near the killarney... Learn More
- 2361 Sq Ft
- 7 Bedrooms
- 1971
- 3 Bathrooms
$1,449,900
5553 COMMERCIAL STREET Vancouver, BC
First time to Market ever! This solid home was custom built with care, bright and airy! A true Vancouver Special, with peek a boo mountain views and two decks is worth coming to see. Spacious rooms with original detail that is now back in style gives you lots of options. Close to everything,... Learn More
- 2846 Sq Ft
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1974
- 2 Bathrooms
$2,298,000
4596 WINDSOR STREET Vancouver, BC
Beautifully renovated & opened up into a modern take on a classic Vancouver special. Walk through the foyer up to the large open concept living area to a west facing front balcony w/ an automatic awning to enjoy your morning coffee. East facing patio on the back to a beautiful backyard oasis.... Learn More
- 2505 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1976
- 3 Bathrooms
$1,555,000
485 60 AVENUE Vancouver, BC
Investors alert!! Super location! One block east of Main on quiet tree-lined 60 Ave. Updated double-glazed windows. H/W flooring with 3 bedroom and 2 bathrooms upstairs. Bright and shining living room and a nice dining room. Basement has one 3 bedroom suite and one bachelor suite. Good tenants who... Learn More
- 3000 Sq Ft
- 6 Bedrooms
- 1970
- 5 Bathrooms
$1,748,000
737 KEEFER STREET Vancouver, BC
Rare parkside living in Strathcona! This fantastic bungalow is on what locals consider one of the best streets in the 'hood. At over 2,100 SF, this impeccably kept home has a zen aesthetic inside & out, easy-care evergreen landscaping, & lots of privacy. W/ numerous skylights, this light-filled... Learn More
- 2118 Sq Ft
- 4 Bedrooms
- 1974
- 2 Bathrooms
$1,576,890
2176 E 8TH AVENUE Vancouver, BC
Larger very nice "Vancouver Special" Hse 8 Bdrms, 4 Baths, 2 lvls, located quiet tree lined family-oriented block, few minutes walk from Commercial Dr, Broadway Skytrain, restaurants, shops, 6 blks to Trout Lake Park & Community Center. Good condition w interior reno'd 4 yrs ago, new flooring, 4... Learn More
- 2964 Sq Ft
- 8 Bedrooms
- 1984
- 4 Bathrooms
$2,700,000
2375 E 11TH AVENUE Vancouver, BC
ASSEMBLY POTENTIAL C-2 ZONING 2.5 FSR Learn More
- 2754 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1984
- 3 Bathrooms
$1,399,999
985 E 55TH AVENUE Vancouver, BC
Great location. 5 bedrooms home with 3 bath features an updated kitchen, quartz counter-tops, Italian style kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances. The beautiful home has laminate flooring throughout. Newly renovated windows, hot water tank, boiler and bathrooms. Great ceiling height, large... Learn More
- 2139 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1978
- 3 Bathrooms
$1,318,888
5857 COMMERCIAL STREET Vancouver, BC
ATTENTION BUILDERS, INVESTORS OR RENOVATORS! Central Location. 5-bedrooms house situated on a 33" x 120.83' (3987 sq ft) lot. You can build your dream home on this beautiful lot, Laneway house/Suite potential. Across the street from Tecumseh School. Conveniently located on a quiet Street. Easy... Learn More
- 2640 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1969
- 2 Bathrooms
$1,500,000
5168 MOSS STREET Vancouver, BC
Solid 5 bedrooms bungalow, 2 kitchens, hardwood floor throughout, convenient location for live in or future development, 24 hrs notice for viewing. Learn More
- 2034 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1965
- 2 Bathrooms
$1,698,000
4665 BALDWIN STREET Vancouver, BC
Attention builders and investors! Fantastic opportunity in up and coming Norquay Village. Solid house on 4,837 square foot lot in RT-11 Duplex zone. Great location on quiet street, steps away from General Brock Park. Build now or buy and hold. Current home has mostly original features but liveable... Learn More
- 2385 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1967
- 2 Bathrooms
$2,300,000
1867 E 12TH AVENUE Vancouver, BC
LAND ASSEMBLY - 12th & Victoria part of the Grandview Woodland OCP. Recommended 6 Storey Rental Housing 2.4 FSR Learn More
- 2425 Sq Ft
- 7 Bedrooms
- 1978
- 2 Bathrooms
$2,600,000
3138 RENFREW STREET Vancouver, BC
Developers alert! Very good location. Close to Renfrew Skytrain, shops, library, schools & recreation center. Lots of potentials. Buyer, please do your due diligence to this excellent potential of a feasibility study with the city of Vancouver. Learn More
- 2386 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1974
- 2 Bathrooms
$1,498,888
350 E 61ST AVENUE Vancouver, BC
Welcome to this 4 bedrms, 4 full bathrms, 2 kitchens 2 storey house on a very quiet private inside street in the rapidly-growing sought-after South Van neighborhood. Upper level boasts an enlarged super-sized master bedrm w/ensuite and an enlarged open kitchen w/nook. Similarly enlarged & spacious... Learn More
- 2069 Sq Ft
- 4 Bedrooms
- 1965
- 4 Bathrooms
$1,790,000
4209 KAMLOOPS STREET Vancouver, BC
Excellent opportunity for developers or first timers! Potential multi-family land assembly! Central location. Two storey house with over 2000 sq ft living area, practical layout, double garage. Learn More
- 2092 Sq Ft
- 4 Bedrooms
- 1979
- 3 Bathrooms
$2,500,000
2869 E 10TH AVENUE Vancouver, BC
Development opportunity or buy to hold. Part of land assembly: 2881, 2875, 2869 and 2863 East 10th Avenue are listed together. Call listing agent for more information. Learn More
- 2676 Sq Ft
- 6 Bedrooms
- 1979
- 3 Bathrooms
$2,500,000
2875 E 10TH AVENUE Vancouver, BC
Development opportunity or buy to hold. Part of land assembly: 2881, 2875, 2869 and 2863 East 10th Avenue are listed together. Call listing agent for more information. Learn More
- 2626 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1979
- 3 Bathrooms
$1,595,000
5706 LANCASTER STREET Vancouver, BC
- 2500 Sq Ft
- 7 Bedrooms
- 1978
- 3 Bathrooms