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3838 W 38TH AVENUE

Address3838 W 38TH AVENUE, Vancouver BC V6N 2Y4
List Price$6,388,000Est. $29,875/month
Beds7
Baths5
Sq Ft4,751
TypeSingle Family Residence
StructureResidential Detached
Year Built1994
Size4,751 sqft
Lot Size8,300 sq ft
Parking3 parking spots
Taxes$19,553.3 /yr (2026)
StatusFor Sale
MLS®#R3173829
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Listed ByLaboutique Realty
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Property Description3838 W 38TH AVENUE, Vancouver, BC

Exclusive custom-built home blending traditional elegance with modern comfort, set in landscaped gardens with lawn sprinklers. Exceptional craftsmanship, spacious interiors and luxurious lighting and bath fixtures. Features solid oak double entry doors, a granite foyer with curved oak stairs, Schonbek crystal chandeliers, custom mouldings, rich millwork and oak wainscoting in the main-floor den. Maple kitchen with premium appliances. Large deck off the family room overlooks a sunny south-facing backyard, with a roughed-in BBQ gas line. Newer asphalt shingle roof, 7-zone radiant heating, and genuine granite front posts, planters and window trims. Close to St. George's and Crofton House private schools, Point Grey and Lord Byng secondary schools, and UBC. A one-of-a-kind home—must be seen!

This Single Family Residence home located at 3838 W 38th Avenue, Vancouver is currently for sale and has been available on Strawhomes.com for 5 days. This property is listed at $6,388,000 with an estimated mortgage of $29,875* per month. It has 7 beds, 5 bathrooms, and is 4,751 square feet. The property was built in 1994. 3838 W 38th Avenue, Vancouver BC V6N 2Y4 is in the Dunbar Houses neighbourhood Vancouver. Southlands, MacKenzie Heights and Arbutus are nearby neighborhoods.

Facts & FeaturesProperty facts for 3838 W 38TH AVENUE, Vancouver

Property

Area Minor
Dunbar
Postal Code
V6N 2Y4
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1,994
Size (Interior)
4,751 sqft
Building Area Total
4,811 sqft
Area Major
Vancouver West
Property Type
Residential
Status
Active
Last Modified
2026-10-09

Inside

Bathrooms
5
Main Level Bathrooms
Flooring
Hardwood, Mixed, Tile, Carpet
Fireplace
2
Rooms
Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area
Kitchen Appliances
Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave, Oven
Bedrooms
7
Patio And Porch Features
Patio, Deck
Fireplace Features
Gas
Interior Features
Central Vacuum, Wet Bar

Building

Roof
Asphalt
Floor Area Below Grade
Basement
Finished
Heating
Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Structure
Residential Detached
Levels
Two
Security Features
Security System
Construction
Frame Wood, Mixed (Exterior), Stucco
Exterior Features
Balcony, Private Yard

Parking

Parking Space (A)
3
Parking Features
Garage Triple, RV Access/Parking, Aggregate, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
Garage
Yes

Fees

Taxes
$19,553.3
Tax Year
2,026

Utilities

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

Highlights

Community Features
Shopping Nearby

Land

Lot Size Units
Square Feet
Lot Features
Central Location, Greenbelt, Recreation Nearby
Lot Size (sq ft)
8,300
Lot Size (acres)
0.19
Fencing
Fenced
Frontage
50
Lot Size Dimensions
50 x 166
Lot Size Area
8,300

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Listing Details

MLS® Number
R3173829
Ownership
Freehold NonStrata
Age
32 years
Main Floor Finished Area
1,714 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 3838 W 38TH AVENUE, Vancouver

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Tax history for 3838 W 38th Ave - BC Assessment

YearLand + ImprovementsAssessment
2026$3,538,000 + $678,000$4,216,000

Location

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NeighbourhoodNearby Amenities, Schools, Commute and Travel Times near - 3838 38th Avenue, Vancouver

AreaAvg. PriceUpdated
This Home$6,388,000Oct 5, 2026
Vancouver$1,936,555Oct 8, 2026
Dunbar$3,252,499Oct 8, 2026

Amenities

Grocery Stores

  • Save-On-Foods0.47 km
  • Stong's Market1.29 km
  • Windsor Market1.49 km

Malls

  • Arbutus Shopping Centre2.79 km
  • Jericho Village Shopping Centre3.41 km
  • Oakridge Centre5.16 km

Pharmacy

  • Southland Pharmacy0.52 km

Liquor

  • JAK'S Beer Wine Spirits1.06 km

Libraries

  • Vancouver Public Library, Dunbar Branch1.00 km
  • Vancouver Public Library, Kerrisdale Branch2.45 km

Entertainment & Sports

Movie Theaters

  • Dunbar Theatre0.96 km
  • Fifth Avenue Cinemas4.59 km

Restaurants

  • Red Tuna Japanese Restaurant0.47 km
  • Handi Cuisine1.10 km
  • Mexicali Restaurant1.10 km

Nightlife

  • Rogue Folk Club3.01 km
  • The Wolf & Hound3.04 km
  • The Wolf and Hound3.04 km

Arenas

  • Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre4.32 km
  • Thunderbird Stadium4.65 km

Health and Fitness

Fitness

  • Center Space Pilates & Health0.40 km
  • The Dailey Method0.46 km

Golf

  • Point Grey Golf & Country Club1.06 km
  • Vancouver Golf Villa1.25 km
  • L3 Golf1.38 km

Hospitals

  • BC Children's Hospital - Ambulatory Care Building4.57 km
  • BC Children's Hospital4.69 km

Parks

Parks Nearby

  • Memorial West Park0.67 km
  • Musqueam Park0.89 km
  • Malkin Park1.08 km

Trails Nearby

  • St George's Trail0.56 km
  • SW Marine Trail0.61 km
  • Sasamat Trail0.80 km

Public Recreation Center

  • Dunbar Community Centre0.74 km
  • Kerrisdale Community Centre2.45 km
  • Kitsilano War Memorial Community Centre3.41 km

Museum

  • BC Golf Museum3.56 km
  • 15th Field Artillery Regiment Museum3.88 km

University & College

  • The University of British Columbia3.97 km
  • VanWest College5.63 km
  • Langara College6.21 km

Preschools

  • Dunbar Memorial Preschool0.61 km

Downtown

  • Downtown Vancouver7.22 km

Skytrain Station

  • Oakridge–41st Avenue Station Skytrain5.35 km

Bus Stations

  • WB W 41 Ave at Mackenzie St0.13 km
  • Northbound Mackenzie St @ W 38 Ave0.13 km
  • Southbound Mackenzie St @ W 39 Ave0.28 km
  • Northbound Mackenzie St @ W 36 Ave0.30 km
  • Westbound W 41 Ave @ East Blvd0.31 km

Airports

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)4.55 km

Seabus

  • Waterfront Stn Seabus Northbound7.88 km

BC Ferries

  • BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay16.35 km

West Coast Express

  • Waterfront Station West Coast Express7.81 km

Elementary

  • Southlands0.61 km
  • Southlands Elementary0.62 km
  • Crofton House0.93 km

Secondary

  • Crofton House0.93 km
  • St John's2.01 km
  • Lord Byng2.37 km

About: 3838 W 38TH AVENUE, Vancouver

Explore 4,665 detached houses in Vancouver to find your ideal property.

This freehold detached house was built in 1994 and is currently listed at $1,345 per square foot. The property sits on a 8,300 sq ft lot with 50 feet of frontage. The property offers 3 parking spaces, a garage, 2 fireplaces. Annual property taxes were assessed at $19,553 in 2026.

3838 W 38TH AVENUE is in the city of Vancouver, British Columbia and found in the community of Dunbar in Vancouver.

Other communities nearby are MacKenzie Heights, Arbutus and Southlands. 38th has 31 homes currently on the market, while the district of Dunbar has 127 postings on the market. This represents approximately 2.7% of the total 4,665 properties listed for sale in Vancouver. In Dunbar, the average asking price for a detached house is $3,250,224, which translates to a monthly mortgage payment of around $15,200.* This is 1.7 times the average price of $1,936,881 for a similar detached house in the city of Vancouver.

Dunbar listed detached houses average 2,722 sq ft, 4 beds, and 4 baths.

The majority of properties for sale in the community around 3838 W 38TH 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®#: R3173829 · $6,388,000 · 7 bedroom detached house in Dunbar Vancouver.

FAQs About 3838 38th Avenue, Vancouver

What is the square footage of this house?
3838 38th Avenue, MLS® R3173829 has a size of 4,751 sqft and a lot size of 8,300 sqft. This is above the average square footage for house in the Dunbar neighbourhood, which is 3,156 sqft.
What are nearby schools to 3838 38th Avenue, Vancouver?
Nearby secondary schools include Crofton House, St John's and Lord Byng. Nearby elementary schools include Southlands, Crofton House and Immaculate Conception.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
There are 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms in this house at 3838 38th Avenue, MLS® R3173829.
Does this house have parking available?
Yes, there is parking available for the house at 3838 38th Avenue with 3 spots.
What are annual taxes for 3838 38th Avenue, Vancouver, BC?
Annual taxes for this home are estimated at $19,553 per year based on 2026 tax year reports.
Is 3838 38th Avenue, Vancouver, walkable?
With a Walk Score™ of 78, this home is considered very walkable with many errands that can be accomplished by foot and close transit options.
Does 3838 38th Avenue, MLS® R3173829 have any upcoming open houses?
Yes, there are scheduled open houses for 3838 38th Avenue at Sat Oct 10 2026 21:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) October 10, 2026
How does 3838 38th Avenue compare to other homes selling in Dunbar, Vancouver?
This home is listed at 68.1% above average house prices for Dunbar and has been on the market for 57 days fewer than the typical home in that neighbourhood.

House for sale in Vancouver West, Vancouver, BC, MLS® R3173829

The list price of the House at 3838 38th Avenue, Vancouver is $6,388,000 and has been listed on strawhomes.com. 3838 38th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6N 2Y4 has 7 beds, 5 baths, and is 4,751 sq ft. This MLS® listing ID R3173829 was built in 1994. 3838 38th Avenue, Vancouver is located in the city of Vancouver Houses for sale, and situated in a great neighbourhood called Dunbar Houses for sale.

This House is a detached property that is currently for sale and was listed on October 5, 2026, or listed 4 days ago on our web site. This detached house is for sale and is located in the neighbourhood of Dunbar. It was built in the year of 1994, or 32 years old. The full mailing address is 3838 38th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V6N 2Y4. It has 7 beds & 5 baths. The list price of this detached house is $6,388,000 and the living area is 4,751 sq ft, or $1,345 per square foot. The lot is 8,300 sq ft.

Upcoming Open Houses

The postal code V6N 2Y4 has an open house in Vancouver British Columbia Canada on Sat, Oct 10 from 2 pm to 4 pm. This Dunbar detached house for sale is one of Lower Mainlands best priced properties in the Dunbar 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® R3173829) 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).