Arbutus, Vancouver Houses with Basement for Sale

Vancouver houses with basements are among the most sought-after in the city — a finished lower level adds usable square footage in a market where every foot counts, and a legal secondary suite can generate rental income that materially offsets ownership costs. There are currently 31 houses with basement for sale in Arbutus, Vancouver. Prices range from $2,190,000 to $9,388,888. Browse all MLS® listings below, complete with sold history, floor plans, and daily updates. Many East Vancouver bungalows and two-storey homes built between 1920 and 1970 have full-height basements, often already converted to suites with a separate entrance. Newer infill homes frequently include a purpose-built in-law suite as a standard feature. A 1-bedroom basement suite in Vancouver typically rents for $1,500–$2,200/month; 2-bedroom suites range from $2,000–$2,800/month — one of the highest suite rental rates in Canada.

↓ Buyer's Market
31
Active Listings
2
Sold (30 days)
6.5%
Sales Ratio
Buyer's Market
$4.00M
Median Price
$1,161
Avg $/sqft
71
Avg Days
Sale-to-List Ratio & Sold Prices
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Market summary

The houses market in Arbutus, Vancouver is currently a Buyer's Market with a 6.5% sales ratio — 2 homes sold against 31 active listings in the past 30 days. The median asking price is $3,998,000 ($1,161/sqft). Properties are selling slowly, averaging 71 days on the market.

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30 listings

Recently Sold

20 sold nearby
House at 2929 24th Avenue, Vancouver
5
2
18
3,130 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3163427
Sold
2929 24th Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
2 weeks ago | 24 days on the market | SqFt: 3,130 | Lot: 7575 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1912
Listed by: WESTSIDE Tom Gradecak Realty
House at 3078 20th Avenue, Vancouver
5
6
34
3,558 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3157335
Sold
3078 20th Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
1 month ago | 6 days on the market | SqFt: 3,558 | Lot: 5124 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2015
Listed by: Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
House at 2715 20th Avenue, Vancouver
5
5
23
3,461 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3147388
Sold
2715 20th Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
2 months ago | 4 days on the market | SqFt: 3,461 | Lot: 4907 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2010
Listed by: Renanza Realty Inc.
House at 2813 21st Avenue, Vancouver
6
5
29
2,935 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3138741
Sold
2813 21st Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
4 months ago | SqFt: 2,935 | Lot: 4884 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1994
Listed by: Royal Pacific Realty Corp.
House at 4394 Quesnel Drive, Vancouver
4
4
19
2,907 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3134317
Sold
4394 Quesnel Drive
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
4 months ago | 8 days on the market | SqFt: 2,907 | Lot: 4628 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1939
Listed by: WESTSIDE Tom Gradecak Realty
House at 2375 20th Avenue, Vancouver
8
7
39
4,062 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3130975
Sold
2375 20th Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
3 months ago | 38 days on the market | SqFt: 4,062 | Lot: 6085 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2010
Listed by: LeHomes Realty Premier
House at 4384 Quesnel Drive, Vancouver
4
5
19
3,223 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3129339
Sold
4384 Quesnel Drive
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
4 weeks ago | 117 days on the market | SqFt: 3,223 | Lot: 4810 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2021
Listed by: WESTSIDE Tom Gradecak Realty
House at 4393 Puget Drive, Vancouver
5
4
20
3,573 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3128203
Sold
4393 Puget Drive
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
4 months ago | 17 days on the market | SqFt: 3,573 | Lot: 6500 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1947
Listed by: Royal Pacific Realty Corp.
House at 2407 18th Avenue, Vancouver
6
7
9
5,006 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3119041
Sold
2407 18th Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
5 months ago | 4 days on the market | SqFt: 5,006 | Lot: 7461 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Strata: $1 | Built: 1992
Listed by: RE/MAX City Realty
House at 2664 22 Avenue, Vancouver
4
7
40
4,140 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3118567
Sold
2664 22 Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
5 months ago | 15 days on the market | SqFt: 4,140 | Lot: 6222 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2014
Listed by: Nu Stream Realty Inc.
House at 2876 18th Avenue, Vancouver
4
2
17
1,738 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3117599
Sold
2876 18th Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
3 months ago | 62 days on the market | SqFt: 1,738 | Lot: 4025 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1944
Listed by: Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
House at 2396 18th Avenue, Vancouver
4
3
40
2,735 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3115946
Sold
2396 18th Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
5 months ago | 7 days on the market | SqFt: 2,735 | Lot: 6100 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1942
Listed by: Pospischil Realty Group
House at 2925 21st Avenue, Vancouver
3
4
40
2,456 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3116218
Sold
2925 21st Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
5 months ago | 7 days on the market | SqFt: 2,456 | Lot: 4026 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1946
Listed by: RE/MAX Select Properties
House at 2139 22nd Avenue, Vancouver
7
6
40
3,659 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3101294
Sold
2139 22nd Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
7 months ago | 3 days on the market | SqFt: 3,659 | Lot: 6100 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2005
Listed by: Royal Pacific Realty Corp.
House at 2318 Oliver Crescent, Vancouver
6
6
40
4,751 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3099933
Sold
2318 Oliver Crescent
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
2 months ago | 133 days on the market | SqFt: 4,751 | Lot: 8550 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1991
Listed by: Sotheby''s International Realty Canada
House at 2856 King Edward Avenue, Vancouver
4
8
40
4,004 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3099965
Sold
2856 King Edward Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
6 months ago | 11 days on the market | SqFt: 4,004 | Lot: 6500 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2000
Listed by: Pospischil Realty Group
House at 2798 19th Avenue, Vancouver
5
6
40
2,948 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3097896
Sold
2798 19th Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
6 months ago | 21 days on the market | SqFt: 2,948 | Lot: 4233 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2012
Listed by: Stilhavn Real Estate Services
House at 2288 20th Avenue, Vancouver
5
4
40
3,660 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3095687
Sold
2288 20th Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
5 months ago | 72 days on the market | SqFt: 3,660 | Lot: 6100 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1994
Listed by: LeHomes Realty Premier
House at 3593 Mackenzie Street, Vancouver
4
5
39
3,185 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3092845
Sold
3593 Mackenzie Street
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
7 months ago | 4 days on the market | SqFt: 3,185 | Lot: 5251 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2006
Listed by: Royal LePage Westside
House at 2225 22nd Avenue, Vancouver
4
2
34
2,375 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3086679
Sold
2225 22nd Avenue
Arbutus, Vancouver, BC
7 months ago | 39 days on the market | SqFt: 2,375 | Lot: 6098 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1946
Listed by: Sutton Group - Grimson Realty

Market Activity by Price Range — Arbutus, Vancouver

Price Range Active Sold (30d) Sales Ratio
$2M–$2.5M Most Active 3 1 33%
$2.5M–$3M 8 0 0%
Over $3M 20 1 5%

Sales ratio = homes sold in last 30 days ÷ active inventory. Over 20% = Seller's Market.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Arbutus, Vancouver

How many houses are for sale in Arbutus, Vancouver? ▼
There are currently 31 houses listed for sale in Arbutus, Vancouver. Listings are updated daily from the MLS® database.
Is it a buyer's or seller's market for houses in Arbutus, Vancouver? ▼
It is currently a Buyer's Market. With a 6.5% sales ratio, there are more houses available than buyers are purchasing, giving buyers more time and negotiating power. See the full Vancouver Houses market report for monthly trends.
What is the median price of houses in Arbutus, Vancouver? ▼
The median asking price for houses in Arbutus, Vancouver is $3,998,000. The average price per sqft is $1,161. See the full Vancouver Houses market report for monthly trends.
How long do houses take to sell in Arbutus, Vancouver? ▼
Houses in Arbutus, Vancouver are averaging 71 days on market before selling. Buyers have time to view multiple properties and negotiate.
Are basements common in Arbutus, Vancouver houses? ▼
Many houses in Arbutus, Vancouver include finished or partially finished basements that can serve as extra living space, recreation rooms, or potential rental suites. Always verify basement ceiling height, permits, and legal suite status.

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