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508 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver

Vancouver,Downtown VW
List Price$645,000Est. $3,001/month
Beds1
Baths1
Sq Ft661

About 508 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver

Dwelling Type:Apartment/Condo
Structure:Multi Family, Residential Attached
Year Built:1998
Floor Area (sq. ft.):661
Parking:1 parking spot
Stories:—
Property Taxes:$1,967.63 /yr (2025)
Maintenance Fee:$522/mo
Pets:Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes With Restrictions
Status:For Sale
MLS® #:R3136171
Added: (4 months ago)
Updated:
Provided by:RE/MAX Select Properties
Area:Vancouver West
Sub Area:Downtown VW
MLS Reciprocity

Apartment/Condo for sale at 508 - 1189 Howe Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 2X4, Canada, Metro Vancouver, Lower Mainland. 661 sqft • Downtown VW • List Price $645,000. Looking for a smart investment or your first downtown pad? This bright 1 bed + den suite is a proven performer - stylish, functional, and perfectly placed for high rental demand. Located just steps from shopping, restaurants, transit, and entertainment, Genesis is a solid choice for those who value convenience and lifestyle. The building also offers great amenities, including an indoor pool, gym, and concierge service. This unit delivers lifestyle and convenience in one package. Perfect for your next investment or first home! Book your viewing appointment today!

508 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2X4 (MLS® R3136171) is a 1 bed, 1 bath Apartment/Condo for sale, listed at $645,000 and added to Strawhomes.com on June 15, 2026. The apartment is 661 square feet and was built in 1998. At $645,000, the estimated mortgage is $3,001 per month with 20% down, a 5% interest rate and a 25-year amortization. The apartment is in the Downtown VW Condos neighbourhood of Vancouver, with more listings under Vancouver Apartments for sale. The neighbourhoods whose centres are closest to the apartment are Yaletown, Downtown VE and West End VW.

Details

Property

Area Minor
Downtown VW
Postal Code
V6Z 2X4
Property Sub Type
Apartment/Condo
Year Built
1998
Size (Interior)
661 sqft
Building Area Total
661 sqft
Area Major
Vancouver West
Property Type
Residential
Status
Active
Last Modified
2026-09-28
Neighborhood
The Genesis
Province
British Columbia
Date first appeared on site
2026-06-15
Features
1 bath, 1 bed, Apartment/Condo, Central Location, Recreation Nearby

Inside

Full Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
Flooring
Laminate, Tile
Rooms
Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area
Bedrooms
1

Building

Floor Area Below Grade
Heating
Baseboard, Electric
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Structure
Multi Family, Residential Attached
Security Features
Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System
View
Yes
View Description
CITY
Common Walls
2+ Common Walls
Spa Features
Swirlpool/Hot Tub
Construction
Concrete, Brick (Exterior), Concrete (Exterior), Glass (Exterior)
Exterior Features
Balcony

Parking

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

Fees

Gross Taxes
$1,967.63
Tax Year
2025
Maintenance Fee
$522/month
Common Elements Included
Bike Room, Clubhouse, Exercise Centre, Sauna/Steam Room, Concierge, Caretaker, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Hot Water, Management

Utilities

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

Highlights

Building Amenities
Bike Room, Clubhouse, Exercise Centre, Sauna/Steam Room, Concierge, Caretaker, Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Hot Water, Management
Community Features
Shopping Nearby

Land

Lot Features
Central Location, Recreation Nearby

Listing Details

MLS® Number
R3136171
Ownership
Freehold Strata
Age
28 years
Main Floor Finished Area
661 sqft
Listing Source
GVR – FVREB – CADREB – BCNREB – Resi
Pets Allowed
Cats OK, Dogs OK, 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 History Listing records and last sold date for 508 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver

Selling

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Recently Sold Homes Near MLS® R3136171 - Sold Data

Here are some recent Vancouver condos for sale that sold in Downtown VW, including the days on market. The view sold data is from MLS® listing data using nearby neighbourhoods.

  • 1104 - 1001 Richards Street, Vancouver

    Sold price
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    Date sold
    Xxx XX, XXXX
    Size
    531 sqft
    Days on market
    61

  • 2504 - 888 Homer Street, Vancouver

    Sold price
    $X,XXX,XXX
    Date sold
    Xxx XX, XXXX
    Size
    668 sqft
    Days on market
    36

  • 912 - 933 Seymour Street, Vancouver

    Sold price
    $X,XXX,XXX
    Date sold
    Xxx XX, XXXX
    Size
    663 sqft
    Days on market
    18
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Tax history - BC Assessment

YearLand + ImprovementsAssessment
2026$394,000 + $201,000$595,000

Location

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$3,001
Monthly total incl. strata
$3,523

Neighbourhood

Nearby Amenities, Schools, Commute and Travel Times near - 508 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver

AreaAvg. PriceUpdated
This Home$645,000Jun 15, 2026
Vancouver$1,920,026Nov 6, 2026
Downtown VW$944,785Nov 6, 2026

Amenities

Grocery Stores

  • Granville Food Market0.19 km
  • Choices Markets0.34 km · 1202 Richards Street
  • Nesters Market0.39 km · 990 Seymour Street

Malls

  • Library Square Tower Shops & Food0.85 km · 300 West Georgia Street
  • CF Pacific Centre0.88 km · 701 West Georgia Street
  • Robson Public Market1.30 km · 1610 Robson Street

Pharmacy

  • Pharmasave - Burrard and Davie0.15 km
  • Regency Prescriptions0.16 km · 1144 Burrard Street
  • Mar Mar Pharmacy0.17 km · 1200 Burrard Street

Liquor

  • Spirit Of Howe Street0.22 km · 1275 Granville Street
  • Viti Wine and Lager0.47 km · 900 Seymour Street
  • BC Liquor Stores0.62 km · 1155 Bute Street

Libraries

  • Courthouse Libraries BC0.38 km · 800 Smithe Street
  • Vancouver Public Library, Central Library0.83 km · 350 West Georgia Street
  • Little Free Library | Granville Island1.04 km

Entertainment & Sports

Movie Theaters

  • The Cinematheque0.05 km · 1131 Howe Street
  • Vancity Theatre0.20 km · 1181 Seymour Street
  • Scotiabank Theatre Vancouver0.44 km · 900 Burrard Street

Restaurants

  • Breka Bakery & Café - Davie0.07 km · 855 Davie St
  • Amber Road Restaurant0.09 km · 1110 Howe St
  • Tsui Hang Village0.11 km · 1193 Granville Street

Nightlife

  • Vancouver Latin Fever0.04 km · 1180 Howe St #100
  • Honeybrew Bar + Bistro0.06 km · 785 Davie St
  • Mangos Kitchen Bar0.06 km · 1180 Howe St

Arenas

  • BC Place Stadium1.03 km · 777 Pacific Blvd
  • Rogers Arena1.56 km · 800 Griffiths Way
  • Vancouver Canadians Baseball Club4.22 km · 4601 Ontario St

Health and Fitness

Fitness

  • Fitness World0.09 km · 1214 Howe St
  • Lions MMA0.11 km · 1133 Granville St
  • District Warrior0.14 km · 928 Davie St

Yoga

  • KLP Yoga Studio0.34 km · 1055 Richards Street
  • One Hour Hot Yoga0.37 km
  • Rooftop yoga0.43 km · 1058 Nelson Street

Golf

  • Golf Mexico Tee Times0.35 km · 970 Burrard Street
  • Par-Tee Putt0.45 km · 670 Smithe St
  • The Rec Room Granville0.52 km · 855 Granville St

Hospitals

  • St. Paul's Hospital0.21 km · 1081 Burrard Street
  • Vancouver General Hospital1.98 km · 899 West 12th Avenue
  • Mount Saint Joseph Hospital3.19 km · 3080 Prince Edward Street

Parks

Parks Nearby

  • Emery Barnes Park0.29 km · 1170 Richards Street
  • May & Lorne Brown Park0.51 km · 801 Beach Avenue
  • Nelson Park0.54 km · 1030 Bute Street

Trails Nearby

  • Merilees Trail3.88 km
  • Sasamat Trail6.45 km
  • Admiralty trail head6.68 km

Public Recreation Center

  • YMCA of Greater Vancouver0.42 km · 955 Burrard St
  • Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre0.67 km · 181 Roundhouse Mews
  • False Creek Community Centre1.08 km · 1318 Cartwright St

Museum

  • Contemporary Art Gallery0.40 km · 555 Nelson St
  • Vancouver Art Gallery0.70 km · 750 Hornby St
  • Canadian Craft Museum0.91 km · 639 Hornby St

University & College

  • UBC Robson Square0.54 km
  • Emily Carr University of Art + Design1.07 km
  • Simon Fraser University Harbour Centre Campus Vancouver1.23 km

Preschools

  • Coastal Preschool0.91 km · 1160 W Georgia St
  • Swamp Willow Preschool1.12 km · 1318 Cartwright St
  • Family Montessori School (Sitka)1.31 km · 1099 Sitka Sq

Daycares

  • The Mark Children's Centre Toddler Program0.39 km · 100 1362 Seymour St
  • YMCA Coast Capital Savings Early Childhood Centre0.44 km · 955 Burrard
  • Charleson Children's Centre - 3-5 Program0.45 km · 1378 Richards St

Downtown

  • Downtown Vancouver0.82 km
  • Downtown Richmond12.43 km
  • Downtown Burnaby12.71 km

Skytrain Station

  • Vancouver City Centre Station Skytrain0.75 km
  • Yaletown–Roundhouse Station Skytrain0.78 km
  • Burrard Station Skytrain0.89 km · 635 Burrard St

Bus Stations

  • Southbound Howe St @ Nelson St0.15 km
  • Westbound Davie St @ Granville St0.16 km
  • Southbound Howe St @ Davie St0.17 km
  • Eastbound Davie St @ Howe St0.19 km
  • Northbound Granville St @ Nelson St0.23 km

Airports

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)9.90 km
  • Boundary Bay Airport (CZBB)24.21 km
  • Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)61.78 km

Seabus

  • Waterfront Stn Seabus Northbound1.47 km
  • Lonsdale Quay Seabus Southbound4.59 km

BC Ferries

  • BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay14.99 km
  • BC Ferries Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal29.98 km

West Coast Express

  • Waterfront Station West Coast Express1.40 km · 601 W Cordova St
  • Moody Centre Station West Coast Express20.36 km
  • Coquitlam Central Station West Coast Express23.65 km · 2900 Barnet Hwy

Public

  • Elsie Roy Elementary0.75 km · 150 Drake St
  • Lord Roberts1.27 km · 1100 Bidwell St
  • Crosstown1.46 km · 55 Expo Blvd
  • King George1.48 km
  • Kitsilano3.20 km
  • Sir Charles Tupper3.92 km

Private

  • Pattison High School0.31 km · 981 Nelson St
  • Lowell High School0.89 km · 210-750 Hamilton St
  • Westside Preparatory0.98 km

About: 508 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver

Explore 2,318 Vancouver Apartment/Condos for sale to find your ideal property.

This freehold apartment/condo was built in 1998 and is currently listed at $976 per square foot. Monthly strata fees for this unit are $522. The property offers 1 parking space, a garage, scenic views. Annual property taxes were assessed at $1,968 in 2025.

Located in the city of Vancouver, within the province of British Columbia, the address 508 - 1189 Howe Street resides in the Downtown VW neighbourhood of Vancouver.

Neighboring communities include Downtown VE, Coal Harbour and West End VW. Howe has 59 homes currently on the market, while the district of Downtown VW has 360 postings on the market. This is roughly 7.6% of Vancouver's total 4,706 listings on the market. In Downtown VW, the average asking price for an apartment/condo is $925,280, which translates to an estimated monthly mortgage payment of $4,327.* Notably, this is 0.9 times the average list price of $1,085,108 for a similar apartment/condo in the city of Vancouver.

Downtown VW listed apartments/condos average 840 sq ft, 2 beds, and 2 baths.

The majority of properties for sale in the community around 508 - 1189 Howe Street 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®#: R3136171 · $645,000 · 1 bedroom apartment/condo in Downtown VW Vancouver.

FAQs About 508 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver

What is the square footage of 508 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, MLS® R3136171?
This condo, MLS® R3136171, has a size of 661 sqft. This is below the average square footage for a condo in the Downtown VW neighbourhood, which is 841 sqft.
What are nearby schools to this condo?
Nearby secondary schools include Pattison High School, Lowell High School and Westside Preparatory. 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, MLS® R3136171.
Does this condo have parking available?
Yes, there is parking available for this condo with 1 spot.
What are annual taxes for this condo?
Annual taxes for this home are estimated at $1,968 per year based on 2025 tax year reports.
Is this condo walkable?
With a Walk Score™ of 100, this home is considered a Walker's Paradise with daily errands not requiring a car.
How does this condo compare to other homes selling in Downtown VW, Vancouver?
This home is listed at 30.3% below average condo prices for Downtown VW and has been on the market for 60 days longer than the typical home in that neighbourhood.
What building is this condo a part of?
This condo is part of the building 1189 Howe Street and other units for sale include unit 907, unit 309, unit 710, unit 2505 and unit 1003.

Apartment/Condo for sale in Vancouver West, Vancouver, BC, MLS® R3136171

This Apartment/Condo is an attached property that is currently for sale and was listed on June 15, 2026, or listed 4 months ago on our web site. This condo is for sale and is located in the neighbourhood of Downtown VW, in the The Genesis complex. It was built in the year of 1998, or 28 years old. The full mailing address is 508 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2X4. It has 1 bed & 1 bath. The list price of this condo is $645,000 and the living area is 661 sq ft, or $976 per square foot. The monthly strata fee is $522 and the ownership is freehold strata.

508 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver

Upcoming Open Houses

The postal code V6Z 2X4 has a few open houses in Vancouver British Columbia Canada. This Downtown VW condo for sale is one of Lower Mainlands best priced properties in the Downtown VW 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® R3136171) 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).