1837 Matthews Avenue, Shaughnessy, Vancouver

Key facts
Beds
6
Baths
7
Living area
7,871 sqft
Lot size
18,891 sqft
Frontage
View
Year built
1913
Property tax
$30,427/yr
MLS®
R2936561

Description

Available for the first time since 1978, this cherished family home in prestigious First Shaughnessy is a rare find. Lovingly maintained for nearly 50 years, this charming character home offers an expansive 18,891 sqft. property with meticulous landscaping & gorgeous gardens. Sitting on a sunny corner lot, with nearly 8,000 sqft of interior space, the house includes a grand living room, spacious dining room, library, and generous kitchen & eating area. 7 bathrooms throughout with 5 bedrooms on the upper level, while a suite in the basement provides additional potential. The home, protected for its character, is ready for a thoughtful renovation to make it your own. An incredible opportunity to bring your vision to life in one of Vancouver’s most central & peaceful enclaves.

History

About Shaughnessy, Vancouver — Houses Market

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Amenities

Balcony

Features

Washer/Dryer Dishwasher Refrigerator Stove

Site Influences

Balcony Central Location

Property Information

MLS® # R2936561
Property Type House
Dwelling Type House/Single Family
Home Style Residential Detached
Kitchens 2
Year Built 1913
Parking Garage Double,Open,Front Access,Paver Block
Tax $30,427 in 2024
Strata No VAP4502
Postal Code V6J 2T4
Address 1837 Matthews Avenue
Subarea Shaughnessy
City Vancouver
Listed By Goodman Commercial

Floor Area (sq. ft.)

Main Floor 2,318
Above 5,737
Below 2,134
Total 7,871

Location

Date Address Bed Bath Kitchen Asking Price $/Sqft DOM Levels Built Living Area Lot Size
07/22/2026

4987 Connaught Drive

6 5 1 $6,275,000 Login to View 46 2 1925 6,561 sqft 16,648 sqft
08/31/2026

4468 Pine Crescent

6 6 1 $6,280,000 Login to View 6 2 2008 5,072 sqft 8,578 sqft
05/22/2026

1775 Cedar Crescent

6 3 1 $5,238,000 Login to View 107 2 1951 3,172 sqft 12,500 sqft
09/01/2026

4239 Pine Crescent

6 8 2 $6,680,000 Login to View 5 2 2015 5,468 sqft 7,950 sqft
06/01/2026

1650 Cedar Crescent

7 4 1 $5,995,900 Login to View 97 3 1912 4,036 sqft 19,234 sqft
10/22/2025

5062 Granville Street

7 8 2 $5,199,000 Login to View 319 2 1996 5,957 sqft 10,150 sqft
02/23/2026

1453 Laurier Avenue

7 11 2 $6,880,000 Login to View 195 3 2026 13,841 sqft 20,000 sqft
08/05/2026

1799 Cedar Crescent

6 8 3 $5,980,000 Login to View 32 3 1905 6,475 sqft 12,500 sqft
06/29/2026

1203 W 38th Avenue

6 8 1 $6,290,000 Login to View 69 2 1996 5,985 sqft 9,141 sqft
08/24/2026

1277 W King Edward Avenue

7 5 1 $5,500,000 Login to View 13 2 1990 8,020 sqft 20,000 sqft
Date Address Bed Bath Kitchen Asking Price Sold Price $/Sqft DOM Levels Built Living Area Lot Size
03/20/2025 This Property 6 7 2 Login to View Login to View Login to View 155 3 1913 7,871 sqft 18,891 sqft
08/07/2026

5662 Laburnum Street

5 4 1 $3,599,000 $3,400,000 (-5.5%) Login to View 80 2 1928 3,476 sqft 9,284 sqft
07/28/2026

3350 Osler Street

8 5 2 $8,500,000 $7,000,000 (-17.6%) Login to View 99 1 1951 3,810 sqft 24,901 sqft
07/04/2026

1368 Minto Crescent

8 10 1 $6,800,000 $6,350,000 (-6.6%) Login to View 11 2 1992 8,677 sqft 19,602 sqft
05/25/2026

4418 Osler Street

7 5 2 $4,380,000 $4,000,000 (-8.7%) Login to View 35 2 1989 4,436 sqft 7,200 sqft
05/23/2026

1562 W 40th Avenue

5 7 2 $3,860,000 $3,500,000 (-9.3%) Login to View 530 2 2012 3,958 sqft 9,300 sqft
05/06/2026

1 3838 Cypress Street

4 6 2 $3,750,000 $3,300,000 (-12.0%) Login to View 68 3 1912 4,959 sqft 47,916 sqft
04/25/2026

1248 Tecumseh Avenue

3 5 1 $5,998,000 $5,385,000 (-10.2%) Login to View 53 2 1986 3,383 sqft 13,412 sqft
04/15/2026

1192 W 39th Avenue

6 8 1 $6,899,000 $6,300,000 (-8.7%) Login to View 2 2013 5,735 sqft 8,047 sqft
03/20/2026

4051 Marguerite Street

5 5 1 $5,580,000 $4,935,000 (-11.6%) Login to View 38 2 1929 6,404 sqft 20,080 sqft
03/07/2026

5383 Granville Street

8 6 1 $4,880,000 $4,389,000 (-10.1%) Login to View 12 2 1954 5,873 sqft 20,000 sqft
Date Address Bed Bath Kitchen Asking Price $/Sqft DOM Levels Built Living Area Lot Size
4 days ago

1263 Balfour Avenue

6 9 2 $16,800,000 Login to View 5 2 2023 10,155 sqft 17,933 sqft
5 days ago

5275 Granville Street

5 6 1 $3,488,000 Login to View 5 2 1954 5,310 sqft 14,755 sqft
5 days ago

4239 Pine Crescent

6 8 2 $6,680,000 Login to View 5 2 2015 5,468 sqft 7,950 sqft
5 days ago

1020 Wolfe Avenue

9 6 2 $5,680,000 Login to View 5 2 1976 6,555 sqft 21,186 sqft
6 days ago

4468 Pine Crescent

6 6 1 $6,280,000 Login to View 6 2 2008 5,072 sqft 8,578 sqft
1 week ago

5649 Angus Drive

5 5 1 $4,998,000 Login to View 9 2 1926 4,291 sqft 11,877 sqft
1 week ago

108 4900 Cartier Street

1 1 1 $1,438,000 Login to View 9 0 1976 1,028 sqft N/A
1 week ago

2 1592 Nanton Avenue

3 4 1 $2,560,000 Login to View 12 3 2026 1,675 sqft 9,992 sqft
1 week ago

1 1592 Nanton Avenue

3 4 1 $2,560,000 Login to View 12 3 2026 1,675 sqft 9,992 sqft
1 week ago

1198 Matthews Avenue

5 6 1 $14,260,000 Login to View 12 2 2024 9,092 sqft 123 sqft

House for Sale in Shaughnessy, Vancouver

House in Shaughnessy, Vancouver. This 6 bedroom, 7 bathroom house offers 7,871 sq ft of living space ($718/sq ft) and was built in 1913. The property sits on a 18,891 sq ft lot in the Shaughnessy neighbourhood of Vancouver. Home style: Residential Detached. Basement: Partially Finished. Garage: 21. Parking: Garage Double,Open,Front Access,Paver Block. Outdoor: Balcony, Central Location. Building amenities include Balcony. Property features include Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove. Annual property taxes: $30,427 (2024). Listed by Goodman Commercial — MLS® #R2936561.

Frequently Asked Questions About 1837 Matthews Avenue

Common questions buyers ask about this listing:

What year was this home built in?

1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4 was built in 1913.

How long has this property been listed for?

1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4 was listed on 10/16/2024 by Goodman Commercial.

Is this property air conditioned?

1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4 does not have an air conditioner.

How wide is the lot?

The lot is 185.6 feet wide.

Is there a basement in this home?

Partially Finished.

Does this property have fireplaces?

There are 6 fireplaces at 1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4.

What zoning is this property in?

1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4 is located in fsd zoning.

How many parking spots are there?

1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4 has 4 parking spots.

Is there a garage?

1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4 comes with a car garage.

Where is access to the parking?

You can access the parking from Front at 1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4.

What all connected services are available?

1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4 is connected to Electricity,Natural Gas,Sanitary Sewer,Water.

How many bedrooms does this house have?

1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4 is a 6 bedroom, 7 bathroom house with 7871 sq ft of living space.

What is the square footage of this house?

1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4 has 7871 sq ft of living space.

What is the MLS® number for this house?

The MLS® number for 1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4 is R2936561.

What neighbourhood is this house in?

1837 Matthews Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 2T4 is located in the Shaughnessy neighbourhood of Vancouver, BC.

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