1537 W 40th Avenue

Vancouver West, Shaughnessy

beds
5

beds

baths
3

baths

sqft
4,103

sqft

built
1928

built

House 11,200 sqft lot 5 parking 2 fireplaces Freehold NonStrata R1-1 zone

Classic Shaughnessy character home on a generous 80’x140’ lot with beautifully manicured gardens. This 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers 4,103 sqft of traditional charm and space to reimagine. Gracious cross-hall living and dining rooms, family room and office on the main, with original hardwood floors, wainscotting, and elegant banister still intact. Upstairs are four generous bedrooms, and downstairs is a finished basement with rec rooms, laundry and ample storage. Double car garage. Centrally located with easy access to Downtown, Richmond, and YVR, plus just minutes to Kerrisdale, Oakridge, and Vancouver’s top schools. Potential future multi-family redevelopment with neighbouring properties. Easy to show by appointment

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Details for 1537 W 40th Avenue

Contract

Status
Active
MLS® Number
List Price
$3,888,000
List Date
10/23/2026
Updated
10/26/2026 11:39 AM
Expiry date
01/31/2027

Site

Lot Size
11,200 sqft
Lot Size
0.26 acres
Frontage
80
Ownership
Freehold NonStrata
Zoning
R1-1
Parcel Number
011124784
Annual Taxes
$18,291
Tax Year
2025
Legal Description
Lot 4, PL VAP5552, DL 526, Block 4

Building

Year Built
1928
Construction Materials
Frame Wood, Stucco
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Levels
Two

Exterior

Parking
5 spaces
Garage
2 spaces
Fencing
Fenced
Lot Features
Central Location, Recreation Nearby

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3
Living Area
4,103 sqft
Total Rooms
19
Fireplaces
2 fireplaces
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Basement
Full
Windows
Window Coverings
Fireplace Features
Gas

Rooms

19

Main

Living Room

15′3″ × 25′10″ · 394 sqft

Dining Room

13′8″ × 15′8″ · 214 sqft

Kitchen

10′1″ × 12′10″ · 129 sqft

Eating Area

7′7″ × 10′1″ · 76 sqft

Family Room

12′10″ × 15′8″ · 201 sqft

Office

12′ × 15′8″ · 188 sqft

Bedroom

7′9″ × 11′1″ · 86 sqft

Foyer

8′10″ × 9′4″ · 82 sqft

History for 1537 W 40th Avenue

Status Change List price Close price DOM Changed MLS® List agent List office
Active First Recorded Entry $3,888,000 Login to view 4 10/26/2026 11:36 AM R3178496 Login to view Stilhavn Real Estate Services
Expired Status $3,888,000 Login to view 91 09/17/2026 01:29 AM R3137940 Login to view Stilhavn Real Estate Services
Active First Recorded Entry $3,888,000 Login to view — 06/19/2026 12:07 PM R3137940 Login to view Stilhavn Real Estate Services
Expired Status $3,888,000 Login to view 90 05/01/2026 02:29 AM R3086272 Login to view Stilhavn Real Estate Services
Active First Recorded Entry $3,888,000 Login to view — 02/03/2026 01:37 PM R3086272 Login to view Stilhavn Real Estate Services
Expired Status $3,988,000 Login to view 89 02/01/2026 12:46 AM R3064914 Login to view Stilhavn Real Estate Services
Active First Recorded Entry $3,988,000 Login to view — 11/04/2025 05:18 PM R3064914 Login to view Stilhavn Real Estate Services

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Nearby amenities for 1537 W 40th Avenue

Vancouver School District (SD 039)

Designated catchment schools

  • Elementary: Quilchena Elementary
  • Secondary: Point Grey Secondary

Catchment boundaries can change. Confirm eligibility with the official school locator.

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Nearby schools

  • Vancouver College

    Independent · Elementary-Secondary · Vancouver

    422 m

    5401 Hudson St, Vancouver

  • Sir William Osler Elementary

    Public · Elementary

    733 m

    5970 Selkirk St, Vancouver

  • Quilchena Elementary

    Public · Elementary

    871 m

    5300 Maple St, Vancouver

  • Johnathan Academy

    Independent · Secondary · Vancouver

    949 m

    400-5750 Oak St, Vancouver

  • Maple Grove Elementary

    Public · Elementary

    969 m

    6199 Cypress St, Vancouver

  • Point Grey Secondary

    Public · Secondary

    975 m

    5350 East Blvd, Vancouver

Licensed child care

  • Young Stars Child Care

    Licensed Family · Licensed Family

    659 m

    5839 Montgomery St, Vancouver

  • Shaughnessy Heights Out Of School Care

    Licensed Group · Licensed Group

    664 m

    1550 33Rd Ave W, Vancouver

  • Shaughnessy Heights Early Learning Centre

    Licensed Group · Licensed Group

    664 m

    1550 33Rd Ave W, Vancouver

  • Shaughnessy Point Grey Out Of School Care Centre

    Licensed Group · Licensed Group

    870 m

    5300 Maple St, Vancouver

  • Maple Grove ymca Kids Club

    Licensed Group · Licensed Group

    898 m

    1924 45Th Ave W, Vancouver

  • A-1 Daycare Centre

    Licensed Family · Licensed Family

    902 m

    2001 37Th Ave W, Vancouver

Nearby bus stops

  • Northbound Granville St @ W 41 Ave

    TransLink · 56125

    101 m

  • Westbound W 41 Ave @ Granville St

    TransLink · 50284

    136 m

  • Westbound W 41 Ave @ Churchill St

    TransLink · 60431

    152 m

  • Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Granville St

    TransLink · 50388

    157 m

  • Westbound W 41 Ave @ Granville St

    TransLink · 50198

    159 m

  • Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Granville St

    TransLink · 50199

    203 m

  • Southbound Granville St @ W 41 Ave

    TransLink · 50853

    207 m

  • Southbound Granville St @ W 37 Ave

    TransLink · 50554

    235 m

  • Eastbound W 41 Ave @ Adera St

    TransLink · 50386

    244 m

  • Westbound W 41 Ave @ Cartier St

    TransLink · 50197

    276 m

Nearby SkyTrain

  • Oakridge-41st Avenue Station

    TransLink · Station

    1.8 km

  • Langara-49th Avenue Station

    TransLink · Station

    2.0 km

  • King Edward Station

    TransLink · Station

    2.3 km

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