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156 E 53RD AVENUE

Vancouver,South Vancouver
Address156 E 53RD AVENUE, Vancouver BC V5X 1H8
List Price$1,699,000Est. $7,946/month
Beds5
Baths2
Sq Ft2,189
TypeSingle Family Residence
StructureResidential Detached
Year Built1918
Size2,189 sqft
Lot Size3,904 sq ft
Parking2 parking spots
Taxes$8,573.58 /yr (2025)
StatusFor Sale
MLS®#R3102331
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Updated
Listed ByRE/MAX Select Properties
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Property Description156 E 53RD AVENUE, Vancouver, BC

Fantastic opportunity for investors or builders in a highly sought-after central location! This charming bungalow sits on flat & north-facing lot and has seen numerous improvements over the years, including an updated kitchen, bathroom, newer laminate flooring, fresh paint, upgraded windows, and a skylight that brings in natural light. The main floor offers 3 bedrooms, while the lower level features a 2-bedroom suite with its own separate entrance-perfect for extended family or as a mortgage helper. Just steps from Sunset Community Centre, Langara Golf Course, and Langara College. Close to transit, the Canada Line at Langara Station, as well as nearby shops, restaurants, cafes, and more!

This Single Family Residence home located at 156 E 53rd Avenue, Vancouver is currently for sale and has been available on Strawhomes.com for 165 days. This property is listed at $1,699,000 with an estimated mortgage of $7,946* per month. It has 5 beds, 2 bathrooms, and is 2,189 square feet. The property was built in 1918. 156 E 53rd Avenue, Vancouver BC V5X 1H8 is in the South Vancouver Houses neighbourhood Vancouver. Main, Oakridge VW and South Granville are nearby neighborhoods.

Facts & FeaturesProperty facts for 156 E 53RD AVENUE, Vancouver

Property

Area Minor
South Vancouver
Postal Code
V5X 1H8
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1,918
Size (Interior)
2,189 sqft
Building Area Total
2,189 sqft
Area Major
Vancouver East
Property Type
Residential
Status
Active
Last Modified
2026-09-03

Inside

Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bathrooms
Laundry Features
In Unit, Common Area
Flooring
Laminate, Tile, Carpet
Rooms
Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area
Kitchen Appliances
Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Bedrooms
5
Patio And Porch Features
Patio, Deck

Building

Roof
Asphalt
Floor Area Below Grade
Basement
None
Heating
Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Structure
Residential Detached
Levels
Two
Construction
Frame Wood, Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Private Yard

Parking

Parking Space (A)
2
Parking Features
Garage Double, Rear Access, Garage Door Opener
Garage
Yes

Fees

Taxes
$8,573.58
Tax Year
2,025

Utilities

Utilities
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Sewer
Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer
Water Source
Public

Highlights

Community Features
Shopping Nearby

Land

Lot Size Units
Square Feet
Lot Features
Central Location, Near Golf Course, Recreation Nearby
Lot Size (sq ft)
3,904
Lot Size (acres)
0.09
Fencing
Fenced
Frontage
32
Lot Size Dimensions
32 x 122
Lot Size Area
3,904

Listing Details

MLS® Number
R3102331
Ownership
Freehold NonStrata
Age
108 years
Main Floor Finished Area
1,119 sqft
Listing Source
GVR – FVREB – CADREB – BCNREB – Resi

Additional Property Details

Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area
Basement Finished Area
Main Floor Finished Area
Main Level Bathrooms
Age of Building
Legal Description
Distance to Transit
Fireplace Features
Patio & Porch
Fencing
Covered Parking Places

Rooms

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Sold HistoryListing records and last sold date for 156 E 53RD AVENUE, Vancouver

Selling

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Tax history for 156 E 53rd Ave - BC Assessment

YearLand + ImprovementsAssessment
2026$1,819,000 + $31,500$1,850,500

Location

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NeighbourhoodNearby Amenities, Schools, Commute and Travel Times near - 156 53rd Avenue, Vancouver

AreaAvg. PriceUpdated
This Home$1,699,000Mar 23, 2026
Vancouver$1,983,675Sep 5, 2026
South Vancouver$1,887,409Sep 5, 2026

Amenities

Grocery Stores

  • Mother India0.28 km
  • Punjab Food Center0.30 km
  • Riyas Indian Mini Market0.39 km

Malls

  • Oakridge Centre1.62 km
  • Oakridge Centre Administration1.68 km
  • Union Square Shopping Centre4.37 km

Pharmacy

  • Wescana Pharmacy0.91 km

Liquor

  • West Coast Liquor Co1.08 km

Libraries

  • Langara College Library0.61 km
  • Vancouver Public Library, South Hill Branch1.25 km

Entertainment & Sports

Movie Theaters

  • Cineplex Cinemas Marine Gateway and VIP1.62 km
  • The Park Theatre3.74 km

Restaurants

  • Himalaya Restaurant Ltd0.35 km
  • All India Sweets & Restaurant0.39 km
  • New Novelty Sweet & Restaurant0.89 km

Nightlife

  • Vancouver LesBiAn Hangouts1.20 km
  • Dublin Crossing - Vancouver1.67 km
  • East Side Craft House2.30 km

Arenas

  • Vancouver Canadians Baseball Club4.63 km
  • Pacific Coliseum at the PNE4.92 km

Health and Fitness

Fitness

  • Sunset Community Centre0.17 km
  • Oxygen Yoga and Fitness Sunset0.47 km

Golf

  • Langara Men's Golf Club0.75 km
  • Langara Golf Course0.76 km
  • Langara Golf Course Maintenance0.78 km

Hospitals

  • Holy Family Hospital2.41 km
  • BC Children's Hospital - Mental Health Building2.85 km

Parks

Parks Nearby

  • Sunset Park0.44 km
  • Langara Golf Course0.68 km
  • Langara Park0.73 km

Trails Nearby

  • Fraser River Trail - River District Gateway2.81 km
  • Bridgeport Trail3.04 km
  • Fraser River Trail - Hudson Gateway3.35 km

Public Recreation Center

  • Sunset Community Centre0.17 km
  • YMCA Of Greater Vancouver - South Slope0.81 km
  • Marpole Community Centre1.96 km

Museum

  • British Columbia Museum of Medicine5.58 km
  • 15th Field Artillery Regiment Museum5.72 km

University & College

  • Langara College0.81 km
  • VanWest College3.20 km
  • Centre for Digital Media5.12 km

Preschools

  • South Hill Child Care1.03 km

Downtown

  • Downtown Richmond6.53 km

Skytrain Station

  • Langara–49th Avenue Station Skytrain1.02 km

Bus Stations

  • Westbound Broadway @ 7900 Block0.20 km
  • Westbound Burke St @ Smith Ave0.37 km
  • Eastbound E 49 Ave @ Main St0.43 km
  • Westbound E 49 Ave @ Prince Edward St0.47 km
  • Eastbound E 49 Ave @ Quebec St0.47 km

Airports

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)6.36 km

Seabus

  • Waterfront Stn Seabus Northbound7.27 km

BC Ferries

  • BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay20.93 km

West Coast Express

  • Waterfront Station West Coast Express7.17 km

Elementary

  • J.W. Sexsmith Community Elementary0.56 km
  • John Henderson Elementary0.57 km
  • John Henderson0.57 km

Secondary

  • John Oliver1.37 km
  • Vancouver Learning Network1.41 km
  • Sir Winston Churchill1.62 km

About: 156 E 53RD AVENUE, Vancouver

With 4,308 houses in Vancouver, finding your perfect home will be easy.

This freehold detached house was built in 1918 and is currently listed at $776 per square foot. The property sits on a 3,904 sq ft lot with 32 feet of frontage. The property offers 2 parking spaces, a garage. Annual property taxes were assessed at $8,574 in 2025.

Located in the city of Vancouver, within the province of British Columbia, the address 156 E 53RD AVENUE resides in the South Vancouver neighbourhood of Vancouver.

Nearby neighbourhoods include Fraserview VE, Main and Fraser VE. 53rd has 5 homes currently on the market, while the district of South Vancouver has 98 postings on the market. This is roughly 2.3% of Vancouver's total 4,308 listings on the market. In South Vancouver, the average asking price for a detached house is $1,866,821, which translates to an estimated monthly mortgage payment of $8,731.* Notably, this is 0.9 times the average list price of $1,976,094 for a similar detached house in the city of Vancouver.

Detached houses listed in South Vancouver are an average of 2,191 sq ft, with 5 beds and 4 baths.

The majority of properties for sale in the community around 156 E 53RD AVENUE are detached houses, not townhouses.

The monthly payment amount is an approximation calculated loan requiring a 20% down payment at a 5% rate for a 5-year mortgage term

MLS®#: R3102331 · $1,699,000 · 5 bedroom detached house in South Vancouver Vancouver.

FAQs About 156 53rd Avenue, Vancouver

What is the square footage of this house?
156 53rd Avenue, MLS® R3102331 has a size of 2,189 sqft and a lot size of 3,904 sqft. This is below the average square footage for house in the South Vancouver neighbourhood, which is 2,363 sqft.
What are nearby schools to 156 53rd Avenue, Vancouver?
Nearby secondary schools include John Oliver, Vancouver Learning Network and Sir Winston Churchill. Nearby elementary schools include John Henderson, St Andrew's and Sir Wm Van Horne.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
There are 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this house at 156 53rd Avenue, MLS® R3102331.
Does this house have parking available?
Yes, there is parking available for the house at 156 53rd Avenue with 2 spots.
What are annual taxes for 156 53rd Avenue, Vancouver, BC?
Annual taxes for this home are estimated at $8,574 per year based on 2025 tax year reports.
Is 156 53rd Avenue, Vancouver, walkable?
With a Walk Score™ of 87, this home is considered very walkable with many errands that can be accomplished by foot and close transit options.
How does 156 53rd Avenue compare to other homes selling in South Vancouver, Vancouver?
This home is listed at 15.3% below average house prices for South Vancouver and has been on the market for 92 days longer than the typical home in that neighbourhood.