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523 159 W 2ND AVENUE

Vancouver,False Creek
Address523 159 W 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver BC V5Y 0L8
List Price$539,000Est. $2,521/month
Beds1
Baths1
Sq Ft524
TypeApartment/Condo
StructureMulti Family, Residential Attached
Year Built2017
Size524 sqft
Parking1 parking spot
Stories15
Taxes$1,976.99 /yr (2025)
Strata$385.68/mo
PetsCats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit (Two), Yes With Restrictions
StatusFor Sale
MLS®#R3145627
Added
Updated
Listed ByMacdonald Realty
MLS RECIPROCITY

Property Description523 159 W 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver, BC

Welcome to Tower Green! This bright, efficient north-facing home offers the ultimate False Creek lifestyle. Every inch of this modern concrete condo maximizes functionality, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, a sleek open kitchen with premium appliances, seamless living/dining, and a versatile den perfect for a home office. Unwind in the spa-like bathroom after a long day. Boasting a 99 Walk Score and 97 Transit Score, effortless urban living is at your doorstep. Enjoy premium amenities: concierge, gym, bike room, club house, and rooftop garden. Unbeatable location steps from the Seawall, Olympic Village, Skytrain, and top-tier dining. Includes 1 secure parking stall. Turn-key ready and waiting for you!

This Apartment/Condo home located at 159 W 2nd Avenue, Vancouver is currently for sale and has been available on Strawhomes.com for 37 days. This property is listed at $539,000 with an estimated mortgage of $2,521* per month. It has 1 bed, 1 bathroom, and is 524 square feet. The property was built in 2017. 523 159 W 2nd Avenue, Vancouver BC V5Y 0L8 is in the False Creek Condos neighbourhood Vancouver. Mount Pleasant VW, Mount Pleasant VE and Yaletown are nearby neighborhoods.

Facts & FeaturesProperty facts for 523 159 W 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver

Property

Area Minor
False Creek
Postal Code
V5Y 0L8
Property Sub Type
Apartment/Condo
Year Built
2,017
Size (Interior)
524 sqft
Building Area Total
524 sqft
Area Major
Vancouver West
Property Type
Residential
Status
Active
Last Modified
2026-08-18

Inside

Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
Laundry Features
In Unit
Flooring
Laminate, Tile
Rooms
Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area
Kitchen Appliances
Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave
Bedrooms
1
Interior Features
Elevator

Building

Roof
Other
Floor Area Below Grade
Stories
15
Heating
Baseboard
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Structure
Multi Family, Residential Attached
Common Walls
2+ Common Walls
Construction
Concrete, Glass (Exterior), Mixed (Exterior)
Exterior Features
Garden, No Outdoor Area

Parking

Parking Space (A)
1
Parking Features
Garage Under Building
Garage
Yes

Fees

Taxes
$1,976.99
Tax Year
2,025
Maintenance Fee
$385.68/month
Common Elements Included
Bike Room, Clubhouse, Exercise Centre, Concierge, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Recreation Facilities

Utilities

Utilities
Community, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Sewer
Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer
Water Source
Public

Highlights

Building Amenities
Bike Room, Clubhouse, Exercise Centre, Concierge, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Recreation Facilities
Community Features
Shopping Nearby

Land

Lot Features
Central Location, Recreation Nearby

Listing Details

MLS® Number
R3145627
Ownership
Freehold Strata
Age
9 years
Main Floor Finished Area
524 sqft
Listing Source
GVR – FVREB – CADREB – BCNREB – Resi
Pets Allowed
Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit (Two), 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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Sold HistoryListing records and last sold date for 523 159 W 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver

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Tax history for 159 W 2nd Ave - BC Assessment

YearLand + ImprovementsAssessment
2026$399,000 + $188,000$587,000

Location

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NeighbourhoodNearby Amenities, Schools, Commute and Travel Times near - 523-159 2nd Avenue, Vancouver

AreaAvg. PriceUpdated
This Home$539,000Jul 13, 2026
Vancouver$1,983,675Sep 5, 2026
False Creek$1,137,912Sep 5, 2026

Amenities

Grocery Stores

  • Urban Fare0.22 km
  • Main Food Store0.70 km
  • Save-On-Foods0.72 km

Malls

  • Kingsgate Mall1.12 km
  • City Square Shopping Centre1.13 km
  • International Village Mall1.20 km

Pharmacy

  • Main Station Pharmacy0.77 km

Liquor

  • Legacy Liquor Store0.19 km

Libraries

  • Vancouver Public Library, Mount Pleasant Branch0.80 km
  • Vancouver Public Library, Central Library1.27 km

Entertainment & Sports

Movie Theaters

  • OMNIMAX Theatre at TELUS World of Science0.55 km
  • Reliance Theatre1.11 km

Restaurants

  • Bao Down Gastropub + Raw Bar0.05 km
  • Mount Pleasant Vintage0.44 km
  • Peaceful Restaurant0.45 km

Nightlife

  • Please Beverage Co0.37 km
  • Mount Pleasant Vintage0.44 km
  • Chill x Studio0.52 km

Arenas

  • Pacific Coliseum at the PNE0.68 km
  • BC Place Stadium0.82 km

Health and Fitness

Fitness

  • Creekside Community Recreation Centre0.31 km
  • 604 Athletics0.52 km

Golf

  • GGC Virtual Golf Club1.25 km
  • GOLFTEC Vancouver Terminal Avenue1.49 km
  • Par-Tee Putt1.51 km

Hospitals

  • Vancouver General Hospital1.54 km
  • Mount Saint Joseph Hospital1.56 km

Parks

Parks Nearby

  • Hinge Park0.24 km
  • Habitat Island0.36 km
  • Jonathan Rogers Park0.58 km

Trails Nearby

  • Merilees Trail5.45 km
  • Admiralty trail head6.52 km
  • Sasamat Trail7.12 km

Public Recreation Center

  • Mount Pleasant Community Centre - 1 Kingsway0.80 km
  • Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre1.08 km
  • Mount Pleasant Community Centre1.39 km

Museum

  • Science World0.52 km
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame & Museum0.74 km

University & College

  • Columbia College0.80 km
  • Emily Carr University of Art + Design0.90 km
  • Centre for Digital Media1.34 km

Preschools

  • Vancouver Start Smart Preschool1.30 km

Downtown

  • Downtown Vancouver1.53 km

Skytrain Station

  • Olympic Village Station Skytrain0.52 km

Bus Stations

  • Westbound W 2nd Ave @ Manitoba St0.09 km
  • Northbound Main St @ E 2nd Ave0.10 km
  • Westbound E 2nd Ave @ Main St0.38 km
  • Broadway-City Hall Station @ Bay 30.38 km
  • Broadway-City Hall Station @ Bay 20.38 km

Airports

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)9.70 km

Seabus

  • Waterfront Stn Seabus Northbound1.95 km

BC Ferries

  • BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay16.65 km

West Coast Express

  • Waterfront Station West Coast Express1.84 km

Elementary

  • St Francis Xavier1.00 km
  • Crosstown1.01 km
  • Elsie Roy1.10 km

Secondary

  • Columbia College0.94 km
  • Westside Preparatory0.98 km
  • Lowell High School1.15 km

About: 523 159 W 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver

With 4,553 apartments/condos in Vancouver, finding your perfect home will be easy.

This freehold apartment/condo was built in 2017 and is currently listed at $1,029 per square foot. Monthly strata fees for this unit are $385.68. The property offers 1 parking space, a garage. Annual property taxes were assessed at $1,977 in 2025.

523 159 W 2ND AVENUE is in the city of Vancouver, British Columbia and found in the community of False Creek in Vancouver.

Other communities nearby are Yaletown, Fairview VW and Mount Pleasant VE. 2nd has 55 homes currently on the market, while the district of False Creek has 89 postings on the market. This represents approximately 2.0% of the total 4,553 properties listed for sale in Vancouver. In False Creek, the average asking price for a apartment/condo is $1,146,916, which translates to a monthly mortgage payment of around $5,364.* This is 0.6 times the average price of $1,948,500 for a similar apartment/condo in the city of Vancouver.

The average False Creek listed apartments/condo is 972 sq ft, has 2 beds, and 2 baths.

The community around 523 159 W 2ND AVENUE has more apartments/condos for sale than detached houses.

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®#: R3145627 · $539,000 · 1 bedroom apartment/condo in False Creek Vancouver.

FAQs About 523-159 2nd Avenue, Vancouver

What is the square footage of this condo?
523-159 2nd Avenue, MLS® R3145627 has a size of 524 sqft. This is below the average square footage for condo in the False Creek neighbourhood, which is 929 sqft.
What are nearby schools to 523-159 2nd Avenue, Vancouver?
Nearby secondary schools include Columbia College, Westside Preparatory and Lowell High School. Nearby elementary schools include St Francis Xavier, Crosstown and Elsie Roy.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
There are 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom in this condo at 523-159 2nd Avenue, MLS® R3145627.
Does this condo have parking available?
Yes, there is parking available for the condo at 523-159 2nd Avenue with 1 spot.
What are annual taxes for 523-159 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC?
Annual taxes for this home are estimated at $1,977 per year based on 2025 tax year reports.
Is 523-159 2nd Avenue, 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 523-159 2nd Avenue compare to other homes selling in False Creek, Vancouver?
This home is listed at 53.3% below average condo prices for False Creek and has been on the market for 4 days fewer than the typical home in that neighbourhood.
What building is this condo a part of?
159 2nd Avenue Unit 523 is part of the building 159 2nd Avenue and other units for sale include unit 606, unit 309 and unit 308.