5138 Somerville St, Vancouver, BC | MLS^® R3049574 Property Details

The perfect home for the garden loving down sizers, or young family looking to settle into the tree lined neighbourhood of Kensington-Cedar Cottage. This home has been meticulously cared for; updated, landscaped, and renovated, over the years. From the picturesque front garden, to the extensive crown moulding, accent lighting, this is a property that brings tranquility to even the busiest of days. The 8 ft windows, and multiple skylights throughout, keep this home bright in every season. Currently used as a 1 bedroom home, (originally a 2 bedroom and can be easily converted back) it has the potential to be a 3 bedroom home with the top floor/ attic having bountiful size for many uses. Convenient location to downtown Vancouver and short distance to Queen Elizabeth and Memorial Parks.

General Info

Price $1,749,900

Total Bedrooms 2

Total Bathrooms 1

Half Bathrooms 0

Floor Area Total (sqft) 1465

Lot Size 3300

Lot Size Depth Feet

Lot Size Frontage 33

Basement None

Basement Features BasementFeatures

Property Metrics

Year Built 1914

Age Of Building 111

Building Type Single Family Residence

Property Type Residential

Stories 1

Appliances Included Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave

Building Features BuildingFeatures

Structures Residential Detached

Additional Details

MLS^® # R3049574

Area Vancouver East

Neighbourhood Fraser VE

City Vancouver

Gross Taxes $6,887.22

Ownership Type Freehold NonStrata

Maintenance Fee -

Fixtures Included -

Heating & Cooling

Fireplace 1

Heating Type Baseboard, Electric

Utilities

Utility Type Electricity Connected, Water Connected

Utility Sewer Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer

Water (WaterSource) Public

Parking

Parking Type None, Other, Front Access, Lane Access

Total Parking Spaces -

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Strata Restrictions -

Rental Restrictions -

Zoning R1

Rental Suites None

# of Kitchens 1

Flooring Laminate

Foundation Other

Interior Features Storage, Central Vacuum

Locker -

View -

View Description -

Units In Development -

Exterior Features Garden

Sewer Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer

Roof Asphalt

Property History

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Status	Date	Price

Rooms

Floor	Type	Dimensions
Main Level	Foyer	3'9 x 3'9 ft
Main Level	Living Room	14'1 x 14'1 ft
Main Level	Dining Room	12'11 x 12'11 ft
Main Level	Kitchen	11'7 x 11'7 ft
Main Level	Bedroom	10'4 x 10'4 ft
Main Level	Bedroom	13'8 x 13'8 ft
Main Level	Other	3'9 x 3'9 ft
Main Level	Workshop	8'4 x 8'4 ft

Listed by: Engel & Volkers Vancouver & Engel & Volkers Vancouver

NOTE: This representation is based in whole or in part on data generated by the Chilliwack & District Real Estate Board, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board or Greater Vancouver REALTORS^® which assumes no responsibility for its accuracy.

Neighborhood Info

Public Schools

Secondary

John Oliver Secondary School

0.84 km

Elementary

Sir Alexander Mackenzie Elementary School

Average

0.4 km

5.8/10

Information includes BC Government Open License data; school details change often and are offered solely as general guidance.

Private Schools

Elementary

St. Andrew's

1.42 km

Elementary, Secondary

Stratford Hall School

2.45 km

Closest Transit

Bus Stop

Eastbound E 33 Ave @ Somerville St

0.24 km

Skytrain

Skytrain @ Oakridge-41St Stn

2.28 km

Noise/ Power Lines

Road/Hwy Noise

Possible

Railway/Sky train Noise

Unlikely

Airport/Port Noise

Unlikely

Close to major Power Lines

Unlikely

Other

Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR)

Unlikely

Flood Area

Unlikely

Close to Cemeteries

Unlikely

Welcome to 5138 Somerville Street, Vancouver, BC - MLS^® R3049574

As we walk through the vibrant neighborhood of Fraser VE, you'll discover why this charming community is a sought-after place to call home. Let's start with the schools, a top priority for many families.

Education at Your Doorstep

Our property at 5138 Somerville Street is serviced by the highly rated Sir Alexander Mackenzie Elementary School, just 0.4 km away. With a rating of 5.8/10, this school is a great choice for families who value academic excellence. Additionally, John Oliver Secondary School is nearby, with a short 0.84 km commute. This school has a rating of No Rating, but it's a great option for families who want a comprehensive education.

Independent Schools

For those seeking a Catholic education, St. Andrew's Elementary is the closest independent school, located 1.42 km from our home for sale at 5138 Somerville Street. This school has a rating of No Rating, but it's a great option for families who value their faith-based education. For secondary education, Stratford Hall School is the closest independent school, with a rating of 8.7/10 and located 2.45 km from our property. This school offers a unique and enriching educational experience for students.

Safety and Security

Now, let's talk about safety. According to the latest crime statistics from Statistics Canada (2020), our neighborhood has an average crime rate of 7,470.82, which is similar to other Canadian cities. This means you can feel safe walking around your neighborhood, knowing that the overall crime rate is average. In fact, the year-over-year change in the total crime rate is a remarkable -14.94%.

Crime Breakdown

Let's take a closer look at the types of crimes in our neighborhood. The drug crime rate is average, with a rating of 229.49, and there were 1,604 illegal substances lawbreaking disturbances in 2020. The year-over-year change in the illegal substances offenses ranking is 1.58%. Property crimes in our neighborhood are above average, with a rating of 5,020.27, and there were 35,089 property misconduct incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is -20.80%. Lastly, the violent crime rate is below average, with a rating of 1,311.69, and there were 9,168 violent lawbreaking disorders in 2020. The year-over-year change in the violent crime rate is 3.53%.

Neighborhood Amenities

Our neighborhood is not only safe but also offers a range of amenities that make it an ideal place to live. The closest bus station is Eastbound E 33 Ave @ Somerville St, just 0.24 km away from our home for sale at 5138 Somerville Street, MLS^® R3049574.

Demographics

Let's take a look at the demographics of our neighborhood. 28.3% of people with a university certificate or degree live in our neighborhood, which is above average compared to other BC neighborhoods. On the other hand, 18.1% of the population in our neighborhood have no certificate or degree, which is average compared to the average in BC.

Income and Employment

The median household income in our neighborhood is $74,752, which is average compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $28,443, which is below average compared to the BC average. Interestingly, 53% of households in our neighborhood have a mortgage, which is below average.

Transportation

Our neighborhood is well-connected, with 33.6% of the population using public transport, which is high. On the other hand, 58.6% of the population uses cars, which is low. 5% of people use bicycles, which is high, and 2.2% of the population walks, which is below average.

Real Estate Context

The average size of families in our neighborhood is 3, which is above average. The percent of families with children is 72.2%, which is high. On the other hand, 53.1% of the population is married or living common law, which is below average. The average age of the population is 39.9, which is below average compared to other BC cities.

Real Estate Values

The average value of dwellings in our neighborhood is $1,336,745, which is high compared to other areas in British Columbia. The average owner payments are high, with owners spending $1,689 on average for their dwellings. Tenants, on the other hand, spend $1,213, which is above average.

Renters and Ownership

40.8% of