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1607 989 NELSON STREET

Address
1607 989 NELSON STREET, Vancouver BC V6Z 2S1
List Price
$619,000
Est. $2,895/month
Beds
1
Baths
1
Sq Ft
616
Type
Apartment/Condo
Structure
Multi Family, Residential Attached
Year Built
1995
Size
616 sqft
Parking
Stories
21
Taxes
$1,892.79 /yr (2025)
Strata
$647.63/mo
Pets
No Cats, No Dogs, No
Status
For Sale
MLS®#
R3118746
Walk Score
100
Added
Updated
Listed By
Oakwyn Realty Ltd.
MLS RECIPROCITY

Property Description

Welcome to The Electra, a landmark concrete tower in the heart of downtown, formerly the BC Hydro HQ and converted to condos in 1995. This bright NW-facing 1 bed offers a functional layout with full-width windows that flood the space with natural light. Enjoy city & mountain views with a peekaboo ocean outlook. Unbeatable location just steps to groceries, shopping, restaurants, cafés, YMCA, and theatres, public transportation. Exceptional amenities include guest suites, gym, dry sauna, spacious lounge with full kitchen, and outdoor BBQ patio, billiard and table tennis. Includes a large storage locker and free shared laundry (on same floor). Short-term rentals allowed with strata approval and a valid city license. Strata fees include heating and A/C. No pets.

This Apartment/Condo home located at 989 Nelson Street, Vancouver is currently for sale and has been available on Strawhomes.com for 10 days. This property is listed at $619,000 with an estimated mortgage of $2,895* per month. It has 1 bed, 1 bathroom, and is 616 square feet. The property was built in 1995. 1607 989 Nelson Street, Vancouver BC V6Z 2S1 is in the Downtown VW Condos neighbourhood Vancouver. Downtown VE, Yaletown and Coal Harbour are nearby neighborhoods.

Facts & Features

Property

Area Minor
Downtown VW
Postal Code
V6Z 2S1
Property Sub Type
Apartment/Condo
Year Built
1,995
Size (Interior)
616 sqft
Building Area Total
616 sqft
Area Major
Vancouver West
Property Type
Residential
Status
Active
Last Modified
2026-05-13

Inside

Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
Laundry Features
Common Area
Flooring
Laminate, Tile
Rooms
Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area
Kitchen Appliances
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Bedrooms
1
Window Features
Window Coverings
Interior Features
Elevator, Guest Suite, Storage

Building

Roof
Torch-On
Floor Area Below Grade
Stories
21
Heating
Forced Air
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Structure
Multi Family, Residential Attached
Security Features
Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System
View
Yes
View Description
City & Mountains
Common Walls
Corner Unit
Construction
Concrete, Concrete (Exterior), Glass (Exterior), Mixed (Exterior)
Exterior Features
No Outdoor Area

Parking

Parking Features
None
Garage
No

Fees

Taxes
$1,892.79
Tax Year
2,025
Maintenance Fee
$647.63/month
Common Elements Included
Bike Room, Exercise Centre, Caretaker, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Heat, Hot Water, Management, Recreation Facilities, Snow Removal
Central A/C Included
Yes

Utilities

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

Highlights

Building Amenities
Bike Room, Exercise Centre, Caretaker, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Heat, Hot Water, Management, Recreation Facilities, Snow Removal
Community Features
Shopping Nearby

Land

Lot Features
Central Location, Recreation Nearby

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Listing Details

MLS® Number
R3118746
Ownership
Freehold Strata
Age
31 years
Main Floor Finished Area
616 sqft
Listing Source
GVR – FVREB – CADREB – BCNREB – Resi
Pets Allowed
No Cats, No Dogs, No

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 History

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This freehold apartment/condo was built in 1995 and is currently listed at $1,005 per square foot. Monthly strata fees for this unit are $647.63. The property offers scenic views. Annual property taxes were assessed at $1,893 in 2025.

1607 1607 989 NELSON STREET, Vancouver BC V6Z 2S1 is in the city of Vancouver, British Columbia and found in the community of Downtown VW in Vancouver.

Neighboring communities include Downtown VE, Coal Harbour and West End VW. Nelson has 50 homes currently on the market, while the district of Downtown VW has 383 postings on the market. That's just 8.3% of the 4,596 total listings for sale in the city of Vancouver. In Downtown VW, the average asking price for a apartment/condo is $995,111, which translates to a monthly mortgage payment of around $4,654.* This is 0.5 times the average price of $1,976,667 for a similar apartment/condo in the city of Vancouver.

Apartments/condos listed in Downtown VW are an average of 876 sq ft, with 2 beds and 2 baths.

The majority of properties for sale in the community around 1607 1607 989 NELSON STREET, Vancouver BC V6Z 2S1 are apartments/condos, not 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®#: R3118746 · $619,000 · 1 bedroom apartment/condo in Downtown VW Vancouver.

FAQs About 1607-989 Nelson Street, Vancouver

What is the square footage of this condo?
1607-989 Nelson Street, MLS® R3118746 has a size of 616 sqft. This is below the average square footage for condo in the Downtown VW neighbourhood, which is 843 sqft.
What are nearby schools to 1607-989 Nelson Street, Vancouver?
Nearby secondary schools include Pattison High School, Franklin School and Lowell High School. Nearby elementary schools include Elsie Roy, Lord Roberts and Crosstown.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
There are 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom in this condo at 1607-989 Nelson Street, MLS® R3118746.
What are annual taxes for 1607-989 Nelson Street, Vancouver, BC?
Annual taxes for this home are estimated at $1,893 per year based on 2025 tax year reports.
Is 1607-989 Nelson Street, Vancouver, walkable?
With a Walk Score™ of 100, this home is considered a Walker's Paradise with daily errands do not require a car.
How does 1607-989 Nelson Street compare to other homes selling in Downtown VW, Vancouver?
This home is listed at 36.7% below average condo prices for Downtown VW and has been on the market for 49 days fewer than the typical home in that neighbourhood.
What building is this condo a part of?
989 Nelson Street Unit 1607 is part of the building 989 Nelson Street and other units for sale include unit 2106 and unit 614.