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2878 E 2ND AVENUE

Address2878 E 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver BC V5M 1E3
List Price$1,700,000Est. $7,950/month
Beds8
Baths3
Sq Ft2,670
TypeSingle Family Residence
StructureResidential Detached
Year Built1912
Size2,670 sqft
Lot Size4,088 sq ft
Parking2 parking spots
Taxes$7,656.53 /yr (2026)
StatusFor Sale
MLS®#R3173278
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Listed BySutton Group-West Coast Realty
MLS RECIPROCITY

Property Description2878 E 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver, BC

**DEVELOPER ALERT** Four plex permit application in progress. Considerable pre-development work has already been completed, including a survey, architectural drawings, arborist assessment, and energy consultation. Situated on a corner lot with lane access. Close proximity to shopping, transit and neighbourhood amenities. Only 1 KM away from Renfrew Station. 4 bedroom 1 bathroom main house with partial renovations. 2 mortgage helper 2 bedroom 1 bathroom garden suites.

This Single Family Residence home located at 2878 E 2nd Avenue, Vancouver is currently for sale and has been available on Strawhomes.com for 1 days. This property is listed at $1,700,000 with an estimated mortgage of $7,950* per month. It has 8 beds, 3 bathrooms, and is 2,670 square feet. The property was built in 1912. 2878 E 2nd Avenue, Vancouver BC V5M 1E3 is in the Renfrew VE Houses neighbourhood Vancouver. Hastings Sunrise, Grandview Woodland and Renfrew Heights are nearby neighborhoods.

Facts & FeaturesProperty facts for 2878 E 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver

Property

Area Minor
Renfrew VE
Postal Code
V5M 1E3
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1,912
Size (Interior)
2,670 sqft
Building Area Total
2,820 sqft
Area Major
Vancouver East
Property Type
Residential
Status
Active
Last Modified
2026-10-07

Inside

Bathrooms
3
Main Level Bathrooms
Fireplace
1
Rooms
Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area
Kitchen Appliances
Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Bedrooms
8
Patio And Porch Features
Sundeck
Fireplace Features
Gas

Building

Roof
Asphalt
Floor Area Below Grade
Basement
None
Heating
Natural Gas
Foundation
Slab
Structure
Residential Detached
Levels
Three Or More
Construction
Frame Wood, Wood Siding

Parking

Parking Space (A)
2
Parking Features
Additional Parking, Lane Access
Garage
No

Fees

Taxes
$7,656.53
Tax Year
2,026

Utilities

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

Highlights

Community Features
Shopping Nearby

Land

Lot Size Units
Square Feet
Lot Features
Central Location, Lane Access
Lot Size (sq ft)
4,088
Lot Size (acres)
0.09
Fencing
Fenced
Frontage
33
Lot Size Dimensions
33 x 124
Lot Size Area
4,088

Listing Details

MLS® Number
R3173278
Ownership
Freehold NonStrata
Age
114 years
Main Floor Finished Area
1,250 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 2878 E 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver

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Tax history for 2878 E 2nd Ave - BC Assessment

YearLand + ImprovementsAssessment
2026$1,475,000 + $45,400$1,520,400

Location

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NeighbourhoodNearby Amenities, Schools, Commute and Travel Times near - 2878 2nd Avenue, Vancouver

AreaAvg. PriceUpdated
This Home$1,700,000Oct 7, 2026
Vancouver$1,936,797Oct 7, 2026
Renfrew VE$1,607,103Oct 7, 2026

Amenities

Grocery Stores

  • Bosa Foods1.30 km
  • Save-On-Foods1.47 km
  • Donald's Market1.66 km

Malls

  • Il Mercato1.83 km
  • Zimply2.14 km
  • Madison Centre2.68 km

Pharmacy

  • Pharmasave0.11 km

Liquor

  • 1st Avenue Liquor Store0.10 km

Libraries

  • Vancouver Public Library, Hastings Branch1.45 km
  • Vancouver Public Library, Renfrew Branch1.94 km

Entertainment & Sports

Movie Theaters

  • Rio on Broadway1.96 km
  • Omnifilm Post2.41 km

Restaurants

  • Hopewell Chinese Kitchen (永合隆燒臘)0.06 km
  • Duotian Fish Soup Noodles Restaurant0.06 km
  • Fortune City Seafood Restaurant0.06 km

Nightlife

  • The Warehouse0.88 km
  • Lavish Liquid1.44 km
  • PressBox Pub1.44 km

Arenas

  • SFU Stadium4.21 km
  • Rogers Arena4.52 km

Health and Fitness

Fitness

  • TechFlex Fitness0.82 km
  • Fitness Depot (Now operated by Fitness Experience)0.98 km

Golf

  • Ski Golf Vacations0.51 km
  • Rupert Park Pitch & Putt1.16 km
  • Pacific Adventure Golf1.62 km

Hospitals

  • Burnaby Hospital2.99 km
  • Mount Saint Joseph Hospital3.90 km

Parks

Parks Nearby

  • Kaslo Park0.47 km
  • Clinton Park0.48 km
  • Sunrise Park0.75 km

Trails Nearby

  • Wellington Jogging Trail2.91 km
  • Dog Off-leash Trail3.84 km
  • Maplewood Flats Conservation Area5.26 km

Public Recreation Center

  • Thunderbird Community Centre1.11 km
  • Hastings Community Centre1.45 km
  • Renfrew Park Community Centre1.92 km

Museum

  • BC Sugar Museum3.10 km
  • Vancouver Police Centennial Museum4.16 km

University & College

  • Centre for Digital Media3.25 km
  • Columbia College3.82 km
  • British Columbia Institute of Technology4.85 km

Preschools

  • Thunderbird Neighbourhood Centre Preschool1.08 km

Downtown

  • Downtown Vancouver5.44 km

Skytrain Station

  • Renfrew Station Skytrain1.04 km

Bus Stations

  • Northbound Renfrew St @ E 3rd Ave0.09 km
  • Southbound Renfrew St @ E 4th Ave0.23 km
  • Southbound Renfrew St @ E 5th Ave0.33 km
  • Northbound Rupert St @ Parker St0.35 km
  • Northbound Rupert St @ Seaforth Dr0.35 km

Airports

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)12.70 km

Seabus

  • Waterfront Stn Seabus Northbound5.25 km

BC Ferries

  • BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay20.24 km

West Coast Express

  • Waterfront Station West Coast Express5.21 km

Elementary

  • Thunderbird1.12 km
  • Lord Nelson1.12 km
  • Our Lady of Sorrows1.28 km

Secondary

  • Notre Dame0.88 km
  • Vancouver Technical0.90 km
  • Vancouver Technical Secondary1.01 km

About: 2878 E 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver

With 4,659 detached houses in Vancouver, finding your perfect home will be easy.

This freehold detached house was built in 1912 and is currently listed at $637 per square foot. The property sits on a 4,088 sq ft lot with 33 feet of frontage. The property offers 2 parking spaces, 1 fireplace. Annual property taxes were assessed at $7,657 in 2026.

2878 E 2ND AVENUE is in the city of Vancouver, British Columbia and found in the community of Renfrew VE in Vancouver.

Neighboring communities include Hastings Sunrise, Hastings and Grandview Woodland. 2nd has 45 homes currently on the market, while the district of Renfrew VE has 135 postings on the market. That's just 2.9% of the 4,659 total listings for sale in the city of Vancouver. In Renfrew VE, the average asking price for a detached house is $1,607,103, which translates to an estimated monthly mortgage payment of $7,516.* Notably, this is 0.8 times the average list price of $1,935,563 for a similar detached house in the city of Vancouver.

The average Renfrew VE listed detached house is 1,758 sq ft, has 4 beds, and 3 baths.

The majority of properties for sale in the community around 2878 E 2ND AVENUE are detached houses, not townhouses.

The monthly payments provided are an approximation calculated for a mortgage loan with a down payment of 20% @ 5% interest rate over a 5-year mortgage term.

MLS®#: R3173278 · $1,700,000 · 8 bedroom detached house in Renfrew VE Vancouver.

FAQs About 2878 2nd Avenue, Vancouver

What is the square footage of this house?
2878 2nd Avenue, MLS® R3173278 has a size of 2,670 sqft and a lot size of 4,088 sqft. This is above the average square footage for house in the Renfrew VE neighbourhood, which is 1,913 sqft.
What are nearby schools to 2878 2nd Avenue, Vancouver?
Nearby secondary schools include Notre Dame, Vancouver Technical and Templeton. Nearby elementary schools include Thunderbird, Lord Nelson and Our Lady of Sorrows.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
There are 8 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in this house at 2878 2nd Avenue, MLS® R3173278.
Does this house have parking available?
Yes, there is parking available for the house at 2878 2nd Avenue with 2 spots.
What are annual taxes for 2878 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC?
Annual taxes for this home are estimated at $7,657 per year based on 2026 tax year reports.
Is 2878 2nd 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 2878 2nd Avenue compare to other homes selling in Renfrew VE, Vancouver?
This home is listed at 2.8% below average house prices for Renfrew VE and has been on the market for 94 days fewer than the typical home in that neighbourhood.

House for sale in Vancouver East, Vancouver, BC, MLS® R3173278

The list price of the House at 2878 2nd Avenue, Vancouver is $1,700,000 and has been listed on strawhomes.com. 2878 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5M 1E3 has 8 beds, 3 baths, and is 2,670 sq ft. This MLS® listing ID R3173278 was built in 1912. 2878 2nd Avenue, Vancouver is located in the city of Vancouver Houses for sale, and situated in a great neighbourhood called Renfrew VE Houses for sale.

This House is a detached property that is currently for sale and was listed on October 7, 2026, or listed today on our web site. This detached house is for sale and is located in the neighbourhood of Renfrew VE. It was built in the year of 1912, or 114 years old. The full mailing address is 2878 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V5M 1E3. It has 8 beds & 3 baths. The list price of this detached house is $1,700,000 and the living area is 2,670 sq ft, or $637 per square foot. The lot is 4,088 sq ft.

Upcoming Open Houses

The postal code V5M 1E3 has a few open houses in Vancouver British Columbia Canada. This Renfrew VE detached house for sale is one of Lower Mainlands best priced properties in the Renfrew VE neighbourhood.

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Home Value

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Price History

You can see Price History, house prices, Walk Score, and property disclosure above. The data relating to real estate on this website (MLS® R3173278) comes in part from the Vancouver MLS® Reciprocity program of either Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR), the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB) or the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board (CADREB).