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214 488 HELMCKEN STREET

Vancouver,Yaletown
Address214 488 HELMCKEN STREET, Vancouver BC V6B 6E4
List Price$508,188Est. $2,377/month
Beds1
Baths1
Sq Ft550
TypeApartment/Condo
StructureMulti Family, Residential Attached
Year Built1995
Size550 sqft
Parking1 parking spot
Stories—
Taxes$1,722.34 /yr (2026)
Strata$394.95/mo
PetsYes With Restrictions
StatusFor Sale
MLS®#R3144528
Walk Score99
Added
Updated
Listed ByRenanza Realty Inc.
MLS RECIPROCITY

Property Description214 488 HELMCKEN STREET, Vancouver, BC

Welcome to Robinson Tower in the heart of vibrant Yaletown! This bright and well maintained 1 bedroom home offers a functional open layout, in suite laundry, and a private balcony overlooking the beautifully landscaped courtyard, providing a peaceful, green outlook in the middle of the city. The building features excellent amenities including a gym, sauna, hot tub, bike storage and recreation room. Includes 1 secured parking stall and 1 storage locker. Pet and rental friendly. Just steps to Emery Barnes Park, the Seawall, Yaletown's renowned restaurants, cafés, shops, grocery stores, SkyTrain and transit. An excellent opportunity for first time buyers, professionals or investors looking to enjoy one of Vancouver's most desirable neighbourhoods.

This Apartment/Condo home located at 488 Helmcken Street, Vancouver is currently for sale and has been available on Strawhomes.com for 3 days. This property is listed at $508,188 with an estimated mortgage of $2,377* per month. It has 1 bed, 1 bathroom, and is 550 square feet. The property was built in 1995. 214 488 Helmcken Street, Vancouver BC V6B 6E4 is in the Yaletown Condos neighbourhood Vancouver. Downtown VE, Downtown VW and False Creek are nearby neighborhoods.

Facts & FeaturesProperty facts for 214 488 HELMCKEN STREET, Vancouver

Property

Area Minor
Yaletown
Postal Code
V6B 6E4
Property Sub Type
Apartment/Condo
Year Built
1,995
Size (Interior)
550 sqft
Building Area Total
550 sqft
Area Major
Vancouver West
Property Type
Residential
Status
Active
Last Modified
2026-07-10

Inside

Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
Laundry Features
In Unit
Flooring
Carpet
Rooms
Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area
Kitchen Appliances
Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave
Bedrooms
1
Patio And Porch Features
Patio, Deck

Building

Floor Area Below Grade
Heating
Electric
Foundation
Slab
Structure
Multi Family, Residential Attached
View
Yes
View Description
Courtyard Garden
Common Walls
2+ Common Walls
Construction
Concrete, Concrete (Exterior)
Exterior Features
Garden, Balcony

Parking

Parking Space (A)
1
Parking Features
Underground
Garage
Yes

Fees

Taxes
$1,722.34
Tax Year
2,026
Maintenance Fee
$394.95/month
Common Elements Included
Clubhouse, Exercise Centre, Sauna/Steam Room, Caretaker, Maintenance Grounds, Hot Water, Management, Recreation Facilities, Snow Removal

Utilities

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

Highlights

Building Amenities
Clubhouse, Exercise Centre, Sauna/Steam Room, Caretaker, Maintenance Grounds, Hot Water, Management, Recreation Facilities, Snow Removal
Community Features
Shopping Nearby

Land

Lot Features
Central Location, Recreation Nearby

Listing Details

MLS® Number
R3144528
Ownership
Freehold Strata
Age
31 years
Main Floor Finished Area
550 sqft
Listing Source
GVR – FVREB – CADREB – BCNREB – Resi
Pets Allowed
Yes With Restrictions

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
Rentals Allowed
Management Company
Restrictions
Age Restriction
Fireplace Features
Patio & Porch
Fencing
Covered Parking Places

Rooms

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Tax history for 488 Helmcken St - BC Assessment

YearLand + ImprovementsAssessment
2026$357,000 + $155,000$512,000

Location

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NeighbourhoodNearby Amenities, Schools, Commute and Travel Times near - 214-488 Helmcken Street, Vancouver

AreaAvg. PriceUpdated
This Home$508,188Jul 8, 2026
Vancouver$1,973,824Jul 9, 2026
Yaletown$1,374,852Jul 9, 2026

Amenities

Grocery Stores

  • Choices Markets0.16 km
  • Granville Food Market0.20 km
  • Nesters Market0.22 km

Malls

  • Library Square Tower Shops & Food0.62 km
  • CF Pacific Centre0.83 km
  • International Village Mall1.23 km

Pharmacy

  • Shoppers Drug Mart0.19 km

Liquor

  • Viti Wine and Lager0.33 km

Libraries

  • Courthouse Libraries BC0.47 km
  • Vancouver Public Library, Central Library0.61 km

Entertainment & Sports

Movie Theaters

  • Vancity Theatre0.17 km
  • The Cinematheque0.33 km

Restaurants

  • Cioppino's Mediterranean Grill0.12 km
  • Brix & Mortar0.12 km
  • Elisa0.12 km

Nightlife

  • Hello Goodbye Bar0.15 km
  • Earls Kitchen + Bar0.19 km
  • The Flying Pig Yaletown0.19 km

Arenas

  • BC Place Stadium0.70 km
  • Rogers Arena1.27 km

Health and Fitness

Fitness

  • Pure Barre0.12 km
  • The Gathering Place Community Centre0.14 km

Golf

  • Par-Tee Putt0.38 km
  • The Rec Room Granville0.49 km
  • Golf Mexico Tee Times0.54 km

Hospitals

  • St. Paul's Hospital0.54 km
  • Vancouver General Hospital1.80 km

Parks

Parks Nearby

  • Emery Barnes Park0.10 km
  • Yaletown Park0.27 km
  • Helmcken Park0.31 km

Trails Nearby

  • Merilees Trail4.19 km
  • Sasamat Trail6.60 km
  • Admiralty trail head6.65 km

Public Recreation Center

  • Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre0.39 km
  • YMCA of Greater Vancouver0.63 km
  • False Creek Community Centre1.11 km

Museum

  • Contemporary Art Gallery0.21 km
  • Vancouver Art Gallery0.71 km

University & College

  • UBC Robson Square0.65 km
  • Emily Carr University of Art + Design0.75 km
  • Simon Fraser University Harbour Centre Campus Vancouver1.18 km

Preschools

  • Coastal Preschool1.09 km

Downtown

  • Downtown Vancouver0.71 km

Skytrain Station

  • Yaletown–Roundhouse Station Skytrain0.46 km

Bus Stations

  • NB Cambie St at Nelson St0.20 km
  • WB Pacific Blvd at Cambie St0.24 km
  • Yaletown-Roundhouse Station @ Bay 10.27 km
  • Cambie & Georgia0.28 km
  • WB Pacific Blvd at Davie St0.32 km

Airports

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)9.87 km

Seabus

  • Waterfront Stn Seabus Northbound1.39 km

BC Ferries

  • BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay15.33 km

West Coast Express

  • Waterfront Station West Coast Express1.30 km

Elementary

  • Elsie Roy0.51 km
  • Crosstown1.17 km
  • Lord Roberts Elementary1.57 km

Secondary

  • Pattison High School0.48 km
  • Lowell High School0.63 km
  • Westside Preparatory0.67 km

About: 214 488 HELMCKEN STREET, Vancouver

With 4,665 apartments for sale in Vancouver, finding your perfect home will be easy.

This freehold apartment/condo was built in 1995 and is currently listed at $924 per square foot. Monthly strata fees for this unit are $394.95. The property offers 1 parking space, a garage, scenic views. Annual property taxes were assessed at $1,722 in 2026.

The address of 214 488 HELMCKEN STREET, unit number 214, is situated in Vancouver, British Columbia. It is located within the Yaletown neighborhood of the city.

Nearby neighbourhoods include False Creek, Downtown VW and Downtown VE. Helmcken has 6 homes currently on the market, while the district of Yaletown has 234 postings on the market. This is roughly 5.0% of Vancouver's total 4,665 listings on the market. In Yaletown, the average asking price for a apartment/condo is $1,376,588, which translates to a monthly mortgage payment of around $6,438.* This is 0.7 times the average price of $1,970,750 for a similar apartment/condo in the city of Vancouver.

Apartments/condos listed in Yaletown are an average of 1,059 sq ft, with 2 beds and 2 baths.

The community around 214 488 HELMCKEN STREET has more apartments/condos for sale than detached houses.

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®#: R3144528 · $508,188 · 1 bedroom apartment/condo in Yaletown Vancouver.

FAQs About 214-488 Helmcken Street, Vancouver

What is the square footage of this condo?
214-488 Helmcken Street, MLS® R3144528 has a size of 550 sqft. This is below the average square footage for condo in the Yaletown neighbourhood, which is 1,049 sqft.
What are nearby schools to 214-488 Helmcken Street, Vancouver?
Nearby secondary schools include Pattison High School, Lowell High School and Westside Preparatory. Nearby elementary schools include Elsie Roy, Crosstown and Lord Roberts.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
There are 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom in this condo at 214-488 Helmcken Street, MLS® R3144528.
Does this condo have parking available?
Yes, there is parking available for the condo at 214-488 Helmcken Street with 1 spot.
What are annual taxes for 214-488 Helmcken Street, Vancouver, BC?
Annual taxes for this home are estimated at $1,722 per year based on 2026 tax year reports.
Is 214-488 Helmcken Street, Vancouver, walkable?
With a Walk Score™ of 99, this home is considered a Walker's Paradise with daily errands do not require a car.
How does 214-488 Helmcken Street compare to other homes selling in Yaletown, Vancouver?
This home is listed at 62.8% below average condo prices for Yaletown and has been on the market for 36 days fewer than the typical home in that neighbourhood.