3501 1189 MELVILLE STREET

Vancouver, British Columbia · Neighbourhood: Coal Harbour
C$2,980,000

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How should buyers evaluate 3501 1189 MELVILLE STREET?

Start by reading this listing in its Vancouver Coal Harbour context: price, property type, land or strata setup, age, transit, schools, similar supply, carrying costs and resale liquidity should be considered together, not just photos and asking price.

What should be checked before writing an offer?
  • Recent comparable sales, competing active listings, days on market, price changes and current market pace.
  • Property condition, inspection risk, insurance, financing, tax, title and any disclosure documents.
  • For strata homes, review minutes, contingency reserve, special levies, rental rules and pet bylaws.
How do buyers find land with rebuild or multiplex potential, what should they watch, and how can returns be improved?

To find land with this potential, start with zoning, lot size, frontage, lane or driveway access, servicing, trees, slope, basement conditions, BC Assessment, title restrictions and municipal permits. The highest-return plan is usually not simply the maximum unit count; it is the best balance between approval risk, construction cost, rent or resale pricing, floor-plan efficiency, parking and holding period.

Vancouver listings should separate R1-1, RS, RT, laneway house and multiplex rules during review. R1-1 is an important low-density housing reform signal, but heritage, trees, underground servicing, parking, corner-lot conditions and existing building condition can all change the practical outcome.

Vancouver R1-1 / RS / RT / laneway quick checklist
  • Confirm whether zoning is R1-1, RS, RT or another district.
  • Review laneway house, multiplex, heritage, tree, parking and servicing rules separately.
  • Do not rely on lot size alone; corner-lot conditions, underground servicing and existing building condition can affect the plan.
What does this page not replace?

It does not replace a realtor, lawyer, inspector, mortgage broker, insurance review, tax advice, strata documents, BC Assessment or municipal records. Use it to form better questions, then verify independently.

For sale
3501 1189 MELVILLE STREET

Remarks

Rarely available ocean view home with 3 spacious bedrooms all ensuited in the landmark building - "the Melville" in Coal Harbour! This corner unit features panoramic views of English Bay, Coal Harbour marina, Stanley Park, North Shore mountains and beautiful city night lights through floor to ceiling windows. Generous open concept living and dining areas, gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances & natural stone countertops, air conditioning, fireplace, big balcony, and master bedroom with spa-like ensuite. Enjoy world class amenities with 24hr concierge, outdoor rooftop pool with sweeping views, hot tub, sauna, gym, SKY GARDEN and BBQ area. 2 parking and 1 huge locker. Walking distance to Stanley Park, Robson St, seawall, fine restaurants and shopping. A Must See! (id:56153)

Property Details

Apartment
Building Type
3
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2007
Year Built
19 years
Age
91
Days on Site
1,802 sqft
Interior Size
C$1,654
Price per Sqft

Complex Name: The Melville

Transaction: For sale

Status: active

Listing ID: 28723354 (28723354)

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Property Summary

Price: C$2,980,000

Interior Size: 1802 sqft

Days on Site: 91 days

Added to BurnabyHouse: 2026-03-06

Updated on: 2026-03-06 11:16 PM PST

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Schools

Lord Roberts Annex ELEMENTARY
Public · School District 39
1150 Nelson St, Vancouver, BC
Straight-line distance about 695.4 m
King George Secondary SECONDARY
Public · School District 39
1755 Barclay St, Vancouver, BC
Straight-line distance about 1.1 km
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Nearby Points of Interest

Grocery / Food Access
Fujiya
About 148.2 m away
West Pender Street, Vancouver
Urban Fare
About 219.9 m away
1133 Alberni Street, Vancouver
Shopping Centres
Bentall Centre
About 114.4 m away
CIBC Building
About 335.8 m away
Parks / Green Space
Art Phillips Park
About 115.4 m away
Portal Park
About 252.3 m away
Vancouver
Rapid Transit Stations
Burrard Stn
About 179.5 m away

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