“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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$1,799,000
2349 ROSEDALE DRIVE Vancouver, BC
MASSIVE AND RARE (approx) 7000 sq ft FraserVIEW property. South facing, custom built, and well maintained by original owner. Relax in the comfort of the living room and stunning Solarium. Views of the Vancouver skyline, Richmond and beyond on a clear day. Located near Fraserview Golf Course,... Learn More
2540 Sq Ft
5 Bedrooms
1968
2 Bathrooms
$1,399,000
1034 E 37TH AVENUE Vancouver, BC
Renovate, Hold and or Build. One owner Vancouver Special built in 1983. 1034 East 37th Avenue is situated in a prime location on a 33 x 122 foot lot zoned RS-1 on a quiet no through street adjacent to the coveted Windsor City Mini Park. The upper floor has an open westerly... Learn More
- 2320 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1983
- 3 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
$1,768,000
2421 PANDORA STREET Vancouver, BC
Gorgeous fully renovated Vancouver Special with soaring vaulted ceilings and gorgeous over height south facing windows. Main floor features bright open concept with open living room with gas fire place, bright dining room, and open kitchen with quartz countertops, under mount sink and tons of... Learn More
- 2500 Sq Ft
- 6 Bedrooms
- 1984
- 2 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
$1,748,000
4285 ST. GEORGE STREET Vancouver, BC
INCREDIBLE opportunity to own in one of the most desirable pockets in Vancouver! An abundance of natural light fills this very spacious 6 bed, 3 bath family home on a beautiful tree lined street. Fantastic floor plan w/ open plan living/dining/kitchen+ den or office w/hardwood floors, wood burning... Learn More
- 2391 Sq Ft
- 6 Bedrooms
- 1979
- 2 Bathrooms
$1,595,000
5706 LANCASTER STREET Vancouver, BC
- 2500 Sq Ft
- 7 Bedrooms
- 1978
- 3 Bathrooms
$1,699,000
6583 CLARENDON STREET Vancouver, BC
An absolute gem of a Vancouver Special in the heart of Killarney. A rare find with original owners who have lovingly maintained and taken care of this house. Located just off 49th & Elliot, very handy for transit. Killarney High School and Recreation Centre, just a short walk away. 2 elementary... Learn More
- 2501 Sq Ft
- 4 Bedrooms
- 1970
- 2 Bathrooms
$1,698,000
3235 QUEENS AVENUE Vancouver, BC
Super clean Vancouver Special in a very desirable area. Comes with 3 bedrooms on the top floor with 2 bathrooms, huge living room, dining and family room. Basement has two bedroom suite and a huge Rec room with 3 piece washroom ( Potential for another suite ) with many up grades up and down. House... Learn More
- 2950 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1984
- 4 Bathrooms
$1,788,000
555 E 52ND AVENUE Vancouver, BC
Location = Fraser and 52 Ave, quiet area. A typical Vancouver Special, with 4 bdrms up and 2 down, has 4 bathrooms. Renovated in 2014, with new floor, counter tops, new cabinet, new windows and new roof etc. A balcony is just off the spacious living room. Attached multi-garage with back lane... Learn More
- 3000 Sq Ft
- 6 Bedrooms
- 1979
- 4 Bathrooms
$1,750,000
8215 ELLIOTT STREET Vancouver, BC
GREAT QUIET LOCATION AND WELL KEPT HOME. Charming 4-bedrooms house situated on a 45*134.34 (6,052 sq ft lot) with over 2,700 sq ft living area. Upstairs features living room, dining room, kitchen, eating area, master bedroom, and 2 bedrooms. Main floor features family room, and three bedrooms.... Learn More
- 2709 Sq Ft
- 8 Bedrooms
- 1966
- 1 Bathrooms
$1,629,000
7238 STIRLING STREET Vancouver, BC
Very well kept Vancouver special in prime Fraserview location. Bigger than standard lot 37.5 x 112, Big 6 bedroom solid home with lots of updates. 3 bedroom legal suite in the lower floor. Newer kitchens and washrooms and original hardwood floor upstairs, new furnace, Roof is only 12 years old and... Learn More
- 2620 Sq Ft
- 6 Bedrooms
- 1970
- 3 Bathrooms
$1,900,000
4629 FRASER STREET Vancouver, BC
DEVELOPERS + DEVELOPERS + DEVELOPERS/iNVESTORS, Don't miss out on this land assembly on the Fraser Street Corridor. Currently duplex zoning. Across from No Frills, Shoppers Drug Mart and Starbucks. Central location close to shops, restaurants, transit, steps to Main Street. Minutes to Queen... Learn More
- 2000 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1983
- 2 Bathrooms
$1,900,000
4617 FRASER STREET Vancouver, BC
DEVELOPERS + DEVELOPERS + DEVELOPERS/INVESTORS. Don' miss out on this land assembly on the Fraser Street Corridor. Currently duplex zoning. Across from No Frills, Shoppers Drug Mart and Starbucks. Central location close to shops, restaurants, transit. Steps to Main St, Minutes to Queen Elizabeth... Learn More
- 2000 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1971
- 2 Bathrooms
$2,700,000
3390 QUEENS AVENUE Vancouver, BC
LAND ASSEMBLY: three properties (#3390, #3386, #3382) sell together. Lots size 4,570 sqft each. Current zoning RM-9BN calls for 4-storey low-rise apartment. Highly sought-after Joyce-Collingwood skytrain station precinct, steps away from JOYCE, the 30-Storey high-rise new development by Westbank.... Learn More
- 2863 Sq Ft
- 6 Bedrooms
- 1979
- 4 Bathrooms
$1,660,000
807 E 59TH AVENUE Vancouver, BC
Terrific Opportunity! This south facing home sits on a 44' x 111.9' (4923.6 sqft) corner lot, located in the prime South Vancouver area. The house is approximately over 2400 sqft, the main floor with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and the basement could be a potential 3 bedrooms suite mortgage helper.... Learn More
- 2492 Sq Ft
- 6 Bedrooms
- 1965
- 2 Bathrooms
$2,700,000
3386 QUEENS AVENUE Vancouver, BC
LAND ASSEMBLY: three properties (#3390, #3386, and #3382) sell together. Lot size 4,570.50 sqft each. Current zoning RM-9BN calls for 4-storey low-rise apartment. Highly sought-after Joyce-Collingwood skytrain station precinct, steps away JOYCE, the 30-Storey high-rise new development by Westbank.... Learn More
- 2818 Sq Ft
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1979
- 4 Bathrooms
$2,700,000
3382 QUEENS AVENUE Vancouver, BC
LAND ASSEMBLY: three properties (#3390, #3386 and #3382)sell together. Lot size 4,570.50 sqft each. Current zoning RM-9BN calls for 4-storey low-rise apartment. Highly sought-after Joyce-Collingwood skytrain station precinct, steps away JOYCE, the 30-Storey high-rise new development by Westbank.... Learn More
- 2588 Sq Ft
- 6 Bedrooms
- 1979
- 4 Bathrooms