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1978 E 8TH AVENUE

Vancouver,Grandview Woodland
Address1978 E 8TH AVENUE, Vancouver BC V5N 1V1
List Price$1,729,000Est. $8,086/month
Beds4
Baths2
Sq Ft1,556
TypeSingle Family Residence
StructureResidential Detached
Year Built1944
StyleBasement Entry
Size1,556 sqft
Lot Size4,032 sq ft
Parking2 parking spots
Taxes$8,751.86 /yr (2026)
StatusFor Sale
MLS®#R3160500
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Updated
Listed ByGrand Central Realty
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Property Description1978 E 8TH AVENUE, Vancouver, BC

Set in the heart of Grandview-Woodland, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a generous 4,031 sq ft lot with RM-8A zoning and excellent flexibility for homeowners, investors and future development potential. The main floor offers 2 beds, 1 bath, a functional kitchen and comfortable living/dining areas, while the basement features 2 beds, 1 bath, a den and separate entrance. Outside, enjoy a deck, fenced yard, 1-car garage and enclosed surface parking with convenient lane access. Ideally located just minutes from Commercial-Broadway Skytrain, Commercial Drive's shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as Trout Lake Park and Community Centre. A rare opportunity to own in one of East Vancouver's most vibrant and character-filled communities.

This Single Family Residence home located at 1978 E 8th Avenue, Vancouver is currently for sale and has been available on Strawhomes.com for 10 days. This property is listed at $1,729,000 with an estimated mortgage of $8,086* per month. It has 4 beds, 2 bathrooms, and is 1,556 square feet. The property was built in 1944. 1978 E 8th Avenue, Vancouver BC V5N 1V1 is in the Grandview Woodland Houses neighbourhood Vancouver. Renfrew VE, Hastings Sunrise and Renfrew Heights are nearby neighborhoods.

Facts & FeaturesProperty facts for 1978 E 8TH AVENUE, Vancouver

Property

Area Minor
Grandview Woodland
Postal Code
V5N 1V1
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1,944
Size (Interior)
1,556 sqft
Building Area Total
1,556 sqft
Area Major
Vancouver East
Property Type
Residential
Status
Active
Last Modified
2026-09-10

Inside

Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bathrooms
Laundry Features
In Unit
Flooring
Laminate, Tile
Fireplace
1
Rooms
Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area
Kitchen Appliances
Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Bedrooms
4
Patio And Porch Features
Patio, Deck
Fireplace Features
Wood Burning

Building

Roof
Torch-On
Floor Area Below Grade
Basement
Full
Heating
Forced Air
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Structure
Residential Detached
Levels
One
Construction
Frame Wood, Other, Stucco

Parking

Parking Space (A)
2
Carport Spaces
1
Parking Features
Carport Single, Open, Lane Access
Garage
No
Carport
Yes

Fees

Taxes
$8,751.86
Tax Year
2,026

Utilities

Utilities
Community, Electricity 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, Lane Access, Recreation Nearby
Lot Size (sq ft)
4,032
Lot Size (acres)
0.09
Fencing
Fenced
Frontage
33
Lot Size Dimensions
33 x 122
Lot Size Area
4,032

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Listing Details

MLS® Number
R3160500
Ownership
Freehold NonStrata
Age
82 years
Main Floor Finished Area
836 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 1978 E 8TH AVENUE, Vancouver

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Tax history for 1978 E 8th Ave - BC Assessment

YearLand + ImprovementsAssessment
2026$1,821,000 + $25,600$1,846,600

Location

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NeighbourhoodNearby Amenities, Schools, Commute and Travel Times near - 1978 8th Avenue, Vancouver

AreaAvg. PriceUpdated
This Home$1,729,000Sep 1, 2026
Vancouver$1,983,675Sep 5, 2026
Grandview Woodland$1,536,398Sep 5, 2026

Amenities

Grocery Stores

  • Donald's Market0.42 km
  • Dollar Grocers Ltd0.42 km
  • Persia Foods Produce Markets0.77 km

Malls

  • Il Mercato0.88 km
  • Kingsgate Mall2.38 km
  • Zimply3.52 km

Pharmacy

  • Alberto Pharmacy0.38 km

Liquor

  • Viti Wine and Lagers Liquor Store (Broadway & Naniamo)0.59 km

Libraries

  • The Vancouver Tool Library1.05 km
  • Vancouver Public Library, Britannia Branch1.41 km

Entertainment & Sports

Movie Theaters

  • Rio on Broadway0.45 km
  • Omnifilm Post0.99 km

Restaurants

  • McDonald's0.39 km
  • Jamjar Canteen Commercial Dr.0.39 km
  • B House Restaurant0.40 km

Nightlife

  • Megabite Pizza0.36 km
  • St. Augustine's0.38 km
  • Rio Theatre0.45 km

Arenas

  • Rogers Arena3.44 km
  • Pacific Coliseum at the PNE3.66 km

Health and Fitness

Fitness

  • Center Space Pilates & Health0.28 km
  • flow movement0.49 km

Golf

  • Ski Golf Vacations1.59 km
  • GOLFTEC Vancouver Terminal Avenue1.90 km
  • Rupert Park Pitch & Putt2.68 km

Hospitals

  • Mount Saint Joseph Hospital2.39 km
  • Burnaby Hospital3.80 km

Parks

Parks Nearby

  • McSpadden Park0.36 km
  • W.C. Shelly Park0.62 km
  • Garden Park0.70 km

Trails Nearby

  • Wellington Jogging Trail4.17 km
  • Dog Off-leash Trail5.34 km
  • Entrance/Parking for Everett Crowley Park Trails5.91 km

Public Recreation Center

  • Trout Lake Community Centre0.90 km
  • Britannia Community Centre1.40 km
  • Renfrew Park Community Centre2.05 km

Museum

  • BC Sugar Museum2.62 km
  • Science World3.08 km

University & College

  • Centre for Digital Media1.90 km
  • Columbia College2.58 km
  • Emily Carr University of Art + Design3.81 km

Preschools

  • Lakeview Montessori Day Care0.36 km

Downtown

  • Downtown Vancouver4.36 km

Skytrain Station

  • Commercial–Broadway Station Skytrain0.40 km

Bus Stations

  • Westbound E Broadway @ Lakewood Dr0.09 km
  • Northbound Nanaimo St @ E 1st Ave0.30 km
  • Northbound Nanaimo St @ E 11 Ave0.30 km
  • Southbound Rupert St @ Grandview Hwy0.33 km
  • Southbound Rupert St @ Parker St0.33 km

Airports

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)11.25 km

Seabus

  • Waterfront Stn Seabus Northbound4.33 km

BC Ferries

  • BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay19.49 km

West Coast Express

  • Waterfront Station West Coast Express4.26 km

Elementary

  • Laura Secord0.26 km
  • Laura Secord Elementary0.30 km
  • Stratford Hall0.71 km

Secondary

  • Stratford Hall0.71 km
  • Vancouver Technical0.95 km
  • St Joseph's0.95 km

About: 1978 E 8TH AVENUE, Vancouver

Explore 4,483 single family homes in Vancouver to find your ideal property.

This freehold detached house was built in 1944 and is currently listed at $1,111 per square foot. The property sits on a 4,032 sq ft lot with 33 feet of frontage. The property offers 2 parking spaces, 1 fireplace. Annual property taxes were assessed at $8,752 in 2026.

The address of 1978 E 8TH AVENUE is situated in Vancouver, British Columbia. It is located within the Grandview Woodland neighborhood of the city.

Neighboring communities include Hastings, Hastings Sunrise and Renfrew VE. 8th has 38 homes currently on the market, while the district of Grandview Woodland has 143 postings on the market. That's just 3.2% of the 4,483 total listings for sale in the city of Vancouver. In Grandview Woodland, the average asking price for a detached house is $1,520,844, which translates to an estimated monthly mortgage payment of $7,113.* Notably, this is 0.8 times the average list price of $1,951,955 for a similar detached house in the city of Vancouver.

The average Grandview Woodland listed detached house is 1,494 sq ft, has 4 beds, and 3 baths.

In the area surrounding 1978 E 8TH AVENUE, detached houses outnumber townhouses on the market.

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®#: R3160500 · $1,729,000 · 4 bedroom detached house in Grandview Woodland Vancouver.

FAQs About 1978 8th Avenue, Vancouver

What is the square footage of this house?
1978 8th Avenue, MLS® R3160500 has a size of 1,556 sqft and a lot size of 4,032 sqft. This is below the average square footage for house in the Grandview Woodland neighbourhood, which is 1,953 sqft.
What are nearby schools to 1978 8th Avenue, Vancouver?
Nearby secondary schools include Stratford Hall, Vancouver Technical and Britannia. Nearby elementary schools include Laura Secord, Stratford Hall and St Joseph's.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
There are 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this house at 1978 8th Avenue, MLS® R3160500.
Does this house have parking available?
Yes, there is parking available for the house at 1978 8th Avenue with 2 spots.
What are annual taxes for 1978 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC?
Annual taxes for this home are estimated at $8,752 per year based on 2026 tax year reports.
Is 1978 8th Avenue, Vancouver, walkable?
With a Walk Score™ of 92, this home is considered a Walker's Paradise with daily errands do not require a car.
Does 1978 8th Avenue, MLS® R3160500 have any upcoming open houses?
Yes, there are scheduled open houses for 1978 8th Avenue at Sun Sep 13 2026 22:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) September 13, 2026
How does 1978 8th Avenue compare to other homes selling in Grandview Woodland, Vancouver?
This home is listed at 14.9% below average house prices for Grandview Woodland and has been on the market for 95 days fewer than the typical home in that neighbourhood.