2851 COMMERCIAL DRIVE

2851 COMMERCIAL DRIVE · Vancouver, Grandview Woodland · Retail · MLS C8076935

Vancouver, British Columbia · Neighbourhood: Grandview Woodland
C$50/Y
For rent
2851 COMMERCIAL DRIVE

2851 COMMERCIAL DRIVE is located in Vancouver (Grandview Woodland). Property snapshot: Retail, MLS C8076935. Compare transit, schools, similar supply, strata/carrying costs and resale liquidity—not just photos and asking price. Current DOM/site exposure: 128. Catchment schools include Queen Alexandra Elementary, Vancou

MLS: C8076935
Days on Site: 128
Catchment Schools: Catchment schools include Queen Alexandra Elementary, Vancouver Technical Secondary

Local Decision Guide

How should buyers evaluate 2851 COMMERCIAL DRIVE?

Start by reading this listing in its Vancouver Grandview Woodland 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.

Listing FAQ

What type of home is this Vancouver, Grandview Woodland listing?

The page shows Retail at 2851 COMMERCIAL DRIVE. Buyers should still verify strata/land context, interior size, age and inspection findings.

How long has this listing been on the market?

Current records show about 128 days on market/site.

Which catchment schools are associated with 2851 COMMERCIAL DRIVE?

Catchment schools include Queen Alexandra Elementary, Vancouver Technical Secondary. Catchment boundaries can change, so buyers should verify with the school district or their realtor before writing an offer.

What should buyers check first on this listing?

Start with price, location, property type, land or strata context, condition, schools/transit, recent comparable sales and carrying costs; if redevelopment or multiplex potential matters, also review zoning, lot size, servicing and municipal rules.

How should Vancouver listings be screened for R1-1, RS, RT, laneway and multiplex risk?

Vancouver listings should be checked against R1-1, RS, RT and other zoning, laneway house rules, multiplex rules, heritage, trees, parking, servicing and permits. Block-level and site-level constraints can change the outcome.

Can AI analysis replace professional advice?

No. AI analysis is for faster context and market screening; final decisions should still rely on a realtor, lawyer, inspection, financing, tax and municipal due diligence.

Remarks

Brand new high-exposure corner retail for lease at Ace on the Drive, prominently located at E 12th Ave & Commercial Drive. Featuring approx. 110 ft frontage on E 12th and 82 ft on Commercial Drive, this modern unit offers outstanding visibility, strong pedestrian/vehicular traffic, generous ceiling heights, and an efficient, flexible layout. Commercial kitchen venting available, plus 400 AMP electrical service to support higher power requirements. Flexible sizing options: 1,375 sq.ft. corner unit + 2,113 sq.ft. adjacent unit, or combine for 3,488 sq.ft. plus approx. 250 sq.ft. patio. Up to 11 parking stalls available. Zoned CD-1, allowing a wide range of retail, service, office, and business uses (subject to City approval). (id:56153)

Property Details

Retail
Building Type
-
Bedrooms
-
Bathrooms
2026
Year Built
0 years
Age
128
Days on Site

Transaction: For lease

Status: active

Listing ID: 29459681 (C8076935)

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Property Summary

Price: C$50/Y

Days on Site: 128 days

Added to BurnabyHouse: 2026-03-11

Updated on: 2026-03-13 06:00 PM PDT

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Schools

Queen Alexandra Elementary ELEMENTARY
Public · School District 39
1300 Broadway E, Vancouver, BC
Straight-line distance about 603.3 m
Vancouver Technical Secondary SECONDARY
Public · School District 39
2600 Broadway E, Vancouver, BC
Straight-line distance about 1.3 km
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Nearby Points of Interest

Grocery / Food Access
Mi Tierra Latina
About 187.1 m away
2633 Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Safeway
About 305.7 m away
1780 East Broadway, Vancouver
Shopping Centres
Trout Lake Farmers Market
About 649.9 m away
Il Mercato
About 1.2 km away
1641 East 1st Avenue
Parks / Green Space
MacInnis Park
About 144.3 m away
Clark Park
About 301.4 m away
Rapid Transit Stations
Broadway Stn
About 324.6 m away

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