309 - 1189 Howe Street, Downtown VW, Vancouver – 1 Bed Condo for Sale

$549,800
Active Listed 3 months ago
Key facts
Beds
1
Baths
1
Living area
661 sqft
$ / sqft
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Strata fee
$536/mo
Year built
1998
Property tax
$1,940/yr
MLS®
R3122422

Description

Excited to introduce The Genesis! This 1 Bed + LARGE Den + in-suite storage home on the quiet side of the building offers excellent FLEXIBILITY, with a den large enough to serve as a junior 2ND bedroom or spacious home office. NEW flooring and FRESH paint create a move-in ready space ideal for both living and investing. Proudly invite guests to your GRAND renaissance lobby with elegant art and painted ceilings, or enjoy EXTENSIVE amenities including indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, 24hr concierge, guest suite, games room, & fitness centre. Rental and pet friendly. PROACTIVE Strata. Includes 1 parking. Steps to Yaletown, restaurants, shopping, transit, and the Seawall—PERFECT for first-time buyers or investors seeking STRONG VALUE and the true downtown lifestyle.

Building Snapshot — The Genesis

6 other homes for sale in this building  ·  5 sold here in the last 6 months — see the full picture →

Year Built: 1998
Strata Plan: LMS3729
Recent Sold Price Range: $490K – $720K
Amenities: 24-HOUR CONCIERGE, LOBBY, ELEVATORS, PARKING, SECURITY
6
Active Listings
$548,617
Avg Ask
$980/sqft
Avg Ask $/sqft
5
Sold (6 mo)
$557,000
Avg Sold

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About Downtown VW, Vancouver — Condos Market

Over the past 12 months, 515 condos have sold in Downtown VW, Vancouver, with properties spending an average of 43 days on market. Sign in to view sold price data.

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Amenities

Clubhouse Exercise Centre Recreation Facilities Sauna/Steam Room Concierge Caretaker Trash Maintenance Grounds Hot Water Management Sewer Snow Removal Water Shopping Nearby Balcony Guest Suite Indoor Swirlpool/Hot Tub

Features

Washer/Dryer Dishwasher Refrigerator Stove Microwave Swirlpool/Hot Tub Window Coverings

Site Influences

Shopping Nearby Balcony Central Location

Property Information

MLS® # R3122422
Property Type Apartment
Dwelling Type Apartment Unit
Home Style Multi Family,Residential Attached
Kitchens 1
Year Built 1998
Parking Garage Under Building,Rear Access
Tax $1,940 in 2025
Strata No LMS3729
Postal Code V6Z 2X4
Complex Name The Genesis
Strata Fees $536
Address 309 - 1189 Howe Street
Subarea Downtown VW
City Vancouver
Listed By Oakwyn Realty Ltd.

Floor Area (sq. ft.)

Main Floor 661
Above 661
Total 661

Building

Location

Date Address Bed Bath Kitchen Asking Price $/Sqft DOM Levels Built Living Area Lot Size
05/11/2026 This Property 1 1 1 $549,800 Login to View 117 1 1998 661 sqft N/A
06/22/2026

2006 535 Smithe Street

1 1 1 $568,000 Login to View 75 1 2010 510 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
04/30/2026

3309 128 W Cordova Street

1 1 1 $550,000 Login to View 128 1 2009 559 sqft N/A
08/11/2026

705 1082 Seymour Street

1 1 1 $524,900 Login to View 25 1 2006 498 sqft N/A
06/20/2026

1207 602 Citadel Parade

1 1 1 $569,000 Login to View 77 1 2007 624 sqft N/A
07/16/2026

502 1010 Howe Street

1 1 1 $525,000 Login to View 51 1 1982 527 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
08/12/2026

2306 535 Smithe Street

1 1 1 $563,800 Login to View 24 5 2010 510 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
07/10/2026

1003 1238 Burrard Street

1 1 0 $570,000 Login to View 57 1 2003 559 sqft N/A
Date Address Bed Bath Kitchen Asking Price Sold Price $/Sqft DOM Levels Built Living Area Lot Size
08/23/2026

2504 565 Smithe Street

2 2 1 $795,000 $785,000 (-1.3%) Login to View 26 1 2009 818 sqft N/A
08/21/2026

1703 1295 Richards Street

1 1 1 $449,900 $435,000 (-3.3%) Login to View 11 1 2002 476 sqft N/A
08/20/2026

202 128 W Cordova Street

2 2 1 $695,000 $640,000 (-7.9%) Login to View 49 1 2009 924 sqft N/A
08/08/2026

907 833 Seymour Street

1 1 1 $534,000 $520,000 (-2.6%) Login to View 25 1 2010 588 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

2103 1189 Howe Street

1 1 1 $539,000 $525,000 (-2.6%) Login to View 50 1 1999 605 sqft N/A
07/29/2026

904 1225 Richards Street

1 1 1 $689,000 $670,000 (-2.8%) Login to View 27 1 2003 605 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
07/19/2026

1405 885 Cambie Street

2 2 1 $1,548,000 $1,470,000 (-5.0%) Login to View 55 1 2021 1,124 sqft N/A
07/15/2026

2106 989 Nelson Street

3 2 1 $1,570,000 $1,400,000 (-10.8%) Login to View 22 1 1995 1,804 sqft N/A
Date Address Bed Bath Kitchen Asking Price $/Sqft DOM Levels Built Living Area Lot Size
8 hours ago

3505 777 Richards Street

1 1 1 $588,000 Login to View 1 1 2016 515 sqft N/A
13 hours ago

502 688 Abbott Street

2 2 1 $899,999 Login to View 1 1 2007 896 sqft N/A
20 hours ago

1708 1082 Seymour Street

2 2 1 $799,900 Login to View 2 1 2006 888 sqft N/A
20 hours ago

1507 838 W Hastings Street

1 1 1 $898,000 Login to View 2 1 2011 945 sqft N/A
11 hours ago

605 618 Abbott Street

1 1 1 $639,900 Login to View 3 1 2007 592 sqft N/A
11 hours ago

517 618 Abbott Street

1 1 1 $619,900 Login to View 3 1 2007 600 sqft N/A
20 hours ago

810 66 W Cordova Street

1 1 1 $435,000 Login to View 3 1 2012 558 sqft N/A
1 day 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
2 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
16 hours ago

406 1010 Richards Street

1 1 1 $499,000 Login to View 1 1 2003 530 sqft N/A
11 hours ago

605 618 Abbott Street

1 1 1 $639,900 Login to View 3 1 2007 592 sqft N/A
11 hours ago

517 618 Abbott Street

1 1 1 $619,900 Login to View 3 1 2007 600 sqft N/A
20 hours ago

510 2268 Redbud Lane

1 1 1 $689,900 Login to View 3 1 1998 627 sqft N/A
1 day ago

2204 1255 Seymour Street

1 1 1 $519,900 Login to View 3 1 2008 493 sqft N/A
2 days ago

401 1055 Homer Street

1 1 1 $749,900 Login to View 4 1 2003 790 sqft N/A
2 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
3 days ago

901 3520 Crowley Drive

1 1 1 $489,000 Login to View 4 1 2001 611 sqft N/A
3 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 for sale in Downtown VW, Vancouver — listed at $549,800. This 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo offers 661 sq ft of living space ($832/sq ft) and was built in 1998. Home style: Multi Family,residential Attached. Parking: Garage Under Building,Rear Access. Outdoor: Shopping Nearby, Balcony, Central Location. Building amenities include Clubhouse, Exercise Centre, Recreation Facilities, Sauna/Steam Room, Concierge, Caretaker. Property features include Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave, Swirlpool/Hot Tub. Strata bylaws: Cats Ok, Dogs Ok, Number Limit (two), Yes. Monthly strata fees are $536. Annual property taxes: $1,940 (2025). Listed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. — MLS® #R3122422. Located in The Genesis in Downtown VW, Vancouver.

Frequently Asked Questions About 309 - 1189 Howe Street

Common questions buyers ask about this listing:

What year was this home built in?

309 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 was built in 1998.

How long has this property been listed for?

309 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 was listed on 05/11/2026 by Oakwyn Realty Ltd..

Is there a basement in this home?

None.

What is the listing price of this condo?

The listing price of 309 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 is $549,800.

How many bedrooms does this condo have?

309 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo with 661 sq ft of living space.

What is the square footage of this condo?

309 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 has 661 sq ft of living space.

What are the strata fees at this condo?

The monthly strata (maintenance) fees at 309 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 are $536.

What is the MLS® number for this condo?

The MLS® number for 309 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 is R3122422.

What neighbourhood is this condo in?

309 - 1189 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X4 is located in the Downtown VW neighbourhood of Vancouver, BC.

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