Dunbar, 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 66 houses with basement for sale in Dunbar, Vancouver. Prices range from $1,899,990 to $7,380,000. 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.

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66
Active Listings
8
Sold (30 days)
12.1%
Sales Ratio
Balanced Market
$3.68M
Median Price
$1,182
Avg $/sqft
31
Avg Days
Sale-to-List Ratio & Sold Prices
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Market summary

The houses market in Dunbar, Vancouver is currently a Balanced Market with a 12.1% sales ratio — 8 homes sold against 66 active listings in the past 30 days. The median asking price is $3,680,000 ($1,182/sqft). Properties are selling slowly, averaging 31 days on the market.

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35 listings

Recently Sold

15 sold nearby
House at 3569 35th Avenue, Vancouver
4
1
6
2,085 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3176336
Sold
3569 35th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
3 weeks ago | 4 days on the market | SqFt: 2,085 | Lot: 6500 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1910
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House at 3587 38th Avenue, Vancouver
5
5
1
3,632 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3175548
Sold
3587 38th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
3 weeks ago | 6 days on the market | SqFt: 3,632 | Lot: 5485 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2013
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House at 3811 26th Avenue, Vancouver
4
3
33
2,830 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3175428
Sold
3811 26th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
3 weeks ago | 9 days on the market | SqFt: 2,830 | Lot: 5353 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1929
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House at 3760 17th Avenue, Vancouver
5
5
31
2,694 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3174359
Sold
3760 17th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
4 weeks ago | 8 days on the market | SqFt: 2,694 | Lot: 4016 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2014
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House at 3491 40th Avenue, Vancouver
4
5
5
3,891 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3172986
Sold
3491 40th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
2 weeks ago | 21 days on the market | SqFt: 3,891 | Lot: 6254 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1996
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House at 3524 16th Avenue, Vancouver
6
3
23
2,642 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3172762
Sold
3524 16th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
1 month ago | 2 days on the market | SqFt: 2,642 | Lot: 3630 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1925
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House at 3328 30th Avenue, Vancouver
3
4
29
2,616 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3172291
Sold
3328 30th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
1 month ago | 7 days on the market | SqFt: 2,616 | Lot: 3824 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1991
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House at 3575 38th Avenue, Vancouver
5
5
38
3,282 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3168091
Sold
3575 38th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
1 month ago | 12 days on the market | SqFt: 3,282 | Lot: 5475 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2007
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House at 3841 23rd Avenue, Vancouver
3
3
39
2,377 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3167828
Sold
3841 23rd Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
2 weeks ago | 37 days on the market | SqFt: 2,377 | Lot: 4026 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1926
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House at 4420 Collingwood Street, Vancouver
3
3
31
2,180 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3167084
Sold
4420 Collingwood Street
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
1 month ago | 23 days on the market | SqFt: 2,180 | Lot: 3630 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1995
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House at 3808 18th Avenue, Vancouver
5
2
2
1,766 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3166211
Sold
3808 18th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
1 month ago | 1 day on the market | SqFt: 1,766 | Lot: 4026 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1925
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House at 3692 19th Avenue, Vancouver
4
3
33
2,646 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3165903
Sold
3692 19th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
1 month ago | 8 days on the market | SqFt: 2,646 | Lot: 4026 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1930
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House at 3578 34th Avenue, Vancouver
6
4
20
3,277 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3163241
Sold
3578 34th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
2 months ago | 5 days on the market | SqFt: 3,277 | Lot: 6521 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1928
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House at 5540 Alma Street, Vancouver
4
4
23
3,928 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3162417
Sold
5540 Alma Street
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
1 month ago | 28 days on the market | SqFt: 3,928 | Lot: 6522 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 1981
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House at 4056 36th Avenue, Vancouver
4
4
40
3,837 sqft
House listing
MLS®: R3161848
Sold
4056 36th Avenue
Dunbar, Vancouver, BC
2 weeks ago | 55 days on the market | SqFt: 3,837 | Lot: 6917 SqFt. | Residential Detached | Built: 2009
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Market Activity by Price Range — Dunbar, Vancouver

Price Range Active Sold (30d) Sales Ratio
$1.75M–$2M Most Active 2 1 50%
$2M–$2.5M 9 1 11%
$2.5M–$3M 9 0 0%
Over $3M 46 6 13%

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

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Frequently Asked Questions — Dunbar, Vancouver

How many houses are for sale in Dunbar, Vancouver? ▼
There are currently 66 houses listed for sale in Dunbar, Vancouver. Listings are updated daily from the MLS® database.
How many houses have sold in Dunbar, Vancouver in the past year? ▼
In the past 12 months, 98 houses have sold in Dunbar, Vancouver, averaging about 31 days on market. Full sold prices and sold history are available to registered members — free to sign up. See the full Vancouver Houses market report for monthly trends.
Is it a buyer's or seller's market for houses in Dunbar, Vancouver? ▼
It is currently a Balanced Market. With a 12.1% sales ratio, supply and demand are roughly balanced — both buyers and sellers have reasonable negotiating positions. See the full Vancouver Houses market report for monthly trends.
What is the median price of houses in Dunbar, Vancouver? ▼
The median asking price for houses in Dunbar, Vancouver is $3,680,000. The average price per sqft is $1,182. See the full Vancouver Houses market report for monthly trends.
How long do houses take to sell in Dunbar, Vancouver? ▼
Houses in Dunbar, Vancouver are averaging 31 days on market before selling. Buyers have time to view multiple properties and negotiate.
Are basements common in Dunbar, Vancouver houses? ▼
Many houses in Dunbar, 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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