2603 - 1189 Howe Street, Downtown VW, Vancouver
- Beds
- 1
- Baths
- 1
- Living area
- 542 sqft
- $ / sqft
- Login
- Strata fee
- $439/mo
- Year built
- 1998
- Property tax
- $1,824/yr
- MLS®
- R3044767
Description
The Genesis - Experience upscale urban living in this sought-after building featuring a prestigious grand lobby with concierge service and premium amenities, including a fitness centre, indoor swimming pool, guest suite, and resident lounge. This bright and airy corner unit on the 26th floor boasts an open layout with city and mountain views. Offering a renovated (2020) spacious 1-bedroom plus den, one parking, it''s ideal for both personal use and investment. Unbeatable location - just steps to Yaletown, restaurants, shops, and transit. Easy to show - don''t miss this opportunity!
Building Snapshot — The Genesis
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Amenities
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Property Information
| MLS® # | R3044767 |
| Property Type | Apartment |
| Dwelling Type | Apartment Unit |
| Home Style | Multi Family,Residential Attached |
| Kitchens | 1 |
| Year Built | 1998 |
| Parking | Underground |
| Tax | $1,824 in 2025 |
| Strata No | LMS3729 |
| Postal Code | V6Z 2X4 |
| Complex Name | The Genesis |
| Strata Fees | $440 |
| Address | 2603 - 1189 Howe Street |
| Subarea | Downtown VW |
| City | Vancouver |
| Listed By | Macdonald Realty |
Floor Area (sq. ft.)
| Main Floor | 542 |
| Above | 542 |
| Total | 542 |
Location
| Date | Address | Bed | Bath | Kitchen | Asking Price | $/Sqft | DOM | Levels | Built | Living Area | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/09/2026 | 1407 108 W Cordova Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $554,900 | Login to View | 180 | 1 | 2009 | 583 sqft | N/A |
| 04/10/2026 | 1003 1189 Howe Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $540,000 | Login to View | 148 | 1 | 1998 | 559 sqft | N/A |
| 06/04/2026 | 2008 777 Richards Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $555,000 | Login to View | 93 | 1 | 2016 | 573 sqft | N/A |
| 08/11/2026 | 1202 1238 Seymour Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $549,000 | Login to View | 25 | 1 | 1996 | 642 sqft | N/A |
| 06/02/2026 | 2604 1255 Seymour Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $548,000 | Login to View | 95 | 1 | 2008 | 475 sqft | N/A |
| 08/12/2026 | 2306 535 Smithe Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $563,800 | Login to View | 24 | 5 | 2010 | 510 sqft | N/A |
| 07/09/2026 | 511 819 Hamilton Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $565,000 | Login to View | 58 | 1 | 1998 | 607 sqft | N/A |
| 08/19/2026 | 808 1177 Hornby Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $525,000 | Login to View | 17 | 1 | 1994 | 665 sqft | N/A |
| 07/16/2026 | 2004 1189 Howe Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $549,000 | Login to View | 51 | 1 | 1999 | 559 sqft | N/A |
| 03/11/2026 | 1903 1133 Hornby Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $559,000 | Login to View | 178 | 1 | 2017 | 487 sqft | N/A |
| Date | Address | Bed | Bath | Kitchen | Asking Price | Sold Price | $/Sqft | DOM | Levels | Built | Living Area | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 | This Property | 1 | 1 | 1 | Login to View | Login to View | Login to View | 100 | 1 | 1998 | 542 sqft | N/A |
| 08/22/2026 | 2107 1238 Seymour Street |
0 | 1 | 1 | $395,000 | $363,000 (-8.1%) | Login to View | 16 | 1 | 1996 | 339 sqft | N/A |
| 08/18/2026 | 906 822 Seymour Street |
2 | 2 | 1 | $699,000 | $682,000 (-2.4%) | Login to View | 19 | 1 | 2004 | 743 sqft | N/A |
| 08/15/2026 | 2313 610 Granville Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $649,000 | $644,000 (-0.8%) | Login to View | 4 | 1 | 2006 | 698 sqft | N/A |
| 08/14/2026 | 2508 438 Seymour Street |
2 | 2 | 1 | $639,000 | $625,000 (-2.2%) | Login to View | 91 | 25 | 1996 | 710 sqft | N/A |
| 08/12/2026 | 407 950 Drake Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $399,000 | $371,000 (-7.0%) | Login to View | 15 | 1 | 1977 | 551 sqft | N/A |
| 08/12/2026 | 2905 535 Smithe Street |
2 | 2 | 1 | $999,900 | $1,030,000 (3.0%) | Login to View | 8 | 1 | 2010 | 1,004 sqft | N/A |
| 08/01/2026 | 1604 885 Cambie Street |
2 | 3 | 1 | $1,990,000 | $1,890,000 (-5.0%) | Login to View | 11 | 1 | 2021 | 1,431 sqft | N/A |
| 07/30/2026 | 1012 933 Seymour Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $649,000 | $630,000 (-2.9%) | Login to View | 9 | 2 | 1998 | 726 sqft | N/A |
| 07/30/2026 | 1020 68 Smithe Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $699,000 | $685,000 (-2.0%) | Login to View | 45 | 1 | 2016 | 725 sqft | N/A |
| 07/22/2026 | 1906 1283 Howe Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $499,888 | $480,000 (-4.0%) | Login to View | 13 | 1 | 2019 | 459 sqft | N/A |
| Date | Address | Bed | Bath | Kitchen | Asking Price | $/Sqft | DOM | Levels | Built | Living Area | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 hours ago | 3505 777 Richards Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $588,000 | Login to View | 1 | 1 | 2016 | 515 sqft | N/A |
| 1 day ago | 502 688 Abbott Street |
2 | 2 | 1 | $899,999 | Login to View | 1 | 1 | 2007 | 896 sqft | N/A |
| 1 day ago | 1708 1082 Seymour Street |
2 | 2 | 1 | $799,900 | Login to View | 2 | 1 | 2006 | 888 sqft | N/A |
| 1 day ago | 1507 838 W Hastings Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $898,000 | Login to View | 2 | 1 | 2011 | 945 sqft | N/A |
| 1 day ago | 605 618 Abbott Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $639,900 | Login to View | 3 | 1 | 2007 | 592 sqft | N/A |
| 1 day ago | 517 618 Abbott Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $619,900 | Login to View | 3 | 1 | 2007 | 600 sqft | N/A |
| 1 day ago | 810 66 W Cordova Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $435,000 | Login to View | 3 | 1 | 2012 | 558 sqft | N/A |
| 2 days ago | 2204 1255 Seymour Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $519,900 | Login to View | 3 | 1 | 2008 | 493 sqft | N/A |
| 2 days ago | 1703 233 Robson Street |
2 | 2 | 1 | $999,999 | Login to View | 3 | 1 | 2009 | 1,027 sqft | N/A |
| 3 days ago | 305 689 Abbott Street |
2 | 2 | 1 | $899,000 | Login to View | 3 | 1 | 2009 | 1,053 sqft | N/A |
| Date | Address | Bed | Bath | Kitchen | Asking Price | $/Sqft | DOM | Levels | Built | Living Area | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day ago | 406 1010 Richards Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $499,000 | Login to View | 1 | 1 | 2003 | 530 sqft | N/A |
| 1 day ago | 605 618 Abbott Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $639,900 | Login to View | 3 | 1 | 2007 | 592 sqft | N/A |
| 1 day ago | 517 618 Abbott Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $619,900 | Login to View | 3 | 1 | 2007 | 600 sqft | N/A |
| 1 day ago | 510 2268 Redbud Lane |
1 | 1 | 1 | $689,900 | Login to View | 3 | 1 | 1998 | 627 sqft | N/A |
| 2 days ago | 2204 1255 Seymour Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $519,900 | Login to View | 3 | 1 | 2008 | 493 sqft | N/A |
| 3 days ago | 401 1055 Homer Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $749,900 | Login to View | 4 | 1 | 2003 | 790 sqft | N/A |
| 3 days ago | 2803 939 Homer Street |
1 | 1 | 1 | $599,000 | Login to View | 4 | 1 | 1998 | 573 sqft | N/A |
| 3 days ago | 2503 198 Aquarius Mews |
1 | 1 | 1 | $799,000 | Login to View | 4 | 1 | 1999 | 534 sqft | N/A |
| 4 days ago | 901 3520 Crowley Drive |
1 | 1 | 1 | $489,000 | Login to View | 4 | 1 | 2001 | 611 sqft | N/A |
| 4 days ago | 306 125 Milross Avenue |
1 | 1 | 1 | $999,000 | Login to View | 4 | 2 | 2007 | 1,010 sqft | N/A |
Condo for Sale in Downtown VW, Vancouver
Condo in Downtown VW, Vancouver. This 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo offers 542 sq ft of living space ($949/sq ft) and was built in 1998. Home style: Multi Family,residential Attached. Parking: Underground. Outdoor: Shopping Nearby, Balcony, Central Location. Building amenities include Clubhouse, Exercise Centre, Concierge, Caretaker, Trash, Maintenance Grounds. Property features include Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove. View: City & Mountain. Strata bylaws: Pets Allowed W/rest. Monthly strata fees are $440. Annual property taxes: $1,824 (2025). Listed by Macdonald Realty — MLS® #R3044767. Located in The Genesis in Downtown VW, Vancouver.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2603 - 1189 Howe Street
Common questions buyers ask about this listing:
What year was this home built in?
2603 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 was built in 1998.
How long has this property been listed for?
2603 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 was listed on 09/08/2025 by Macdonald Realty.
Is there a basement in this home?
None.
How many bedrooms does this condo have?
2603 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo with 542 sq ft of living space.
What is the square footage of this condo?
2603 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 has 542 sq ft of living space.
What are the strata fees at this condo?
The monthly strata (maintenance) fees at 2603 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 are $440.
Are pets allowed at this condo?
Pets are allowed at 2603 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4.
What is the MLS® number for this condo?
The MLS® number for 2603 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 is R3044767.
What neighbourhood is this condo in?
2603 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 is located in the Downtown VW neighbourhood of Vancouver, BC.
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