South Vancouver & Oakridge Renovation Guide
Renovating in South Vancouver and Oakridge
South Vancouver (south of 41st Avenue) and Oakridge (around Cambie and 41st) offer a compelling mix of older bungalows and Vancouver Specials, strong secondary suite demand, and the value uplift from proximity to the Canada Line Oakridge/41st station and the new Oakridge Park development.
South Vancouver Housing Stock
Much of South Vancouver was developed in the 1950s–1970s. Single-storey bungalows and two-storey Vancouver Specials dominate. Many properties have good bones with dated finishes — ideal renovation candidates. The area’s working-class history means properties are generally more affordable per square foot than Kits or West Side.
Common Renovation Projects
- Kitchen renovation (1960s–1970s home): $35,000–$65,000
- Basement suite development: $75,000–$120,000
- Laneway house: $200,000–$330,000
- Full home renovation: $180,000–$380,000
Oakridge Transformation Impact on Renovation ROI
The Oakridge Park redevelopment (replacing the mall with mixed-use towers) is transforming the Cambie/41st area. Properties within walking distance of the new urban centre are seeing significant appreciation — renovation investment in this catchment has strong fundamentals.
→ See also: Vancouver Renovation Planning Guide
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