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Building & Condo Information

Robinson Tower

488 Helmcken St.

Vancouver, BC V6B 6E4

  • Levels17
  • Suites133
  • StatusCompleted
  • Built1995
  • Title to LandFreehold Strata
  • Strata PlanLMS1902
  • ConstructionConcrete
  • AreaVancouver West
  • NeighbourhoodYaletown
$508,188Avg Asking
4Sold (1yr)
$696,750Avg Sold
$838Avg $/Sqft

Overview

Robinson Tower - 488 Helmcken Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2E6, LMS1902 - located in Downtown area of Vancouver West, at the crossroads Helmcken Street and Richards. Robinson Tower is conveniently situated at the edge of Yaletown, just 4 blocks to the financial district, 3 blocks to Robson Street at the corner of Richards Street. Walking distance to Choices Market, Emery Barnes Park, Vancouver International Film Centre, Helmcken Park, Starbucks Coffee, Blenz Coffee, Pacific Cinematheque, Wall Centre, Language Studies International, Royal Bank, Scotia Bank, Spa and UBC Robson Square, Seawall, David Lam Park, Quayside Marina at Concord Pacific Place, Scotiabank Dance Center, CSIL Canadian As A Second Language Institute, Spa Beauty+Welness Centre, Exhale Yoga Pilates & Dance Studios, Pacific Chiropractic, Massage Therapy, Bambu The Salon, Dairy Queen, Blenz Coffee, Yaletown YYoga, 24-7 Fitness in Yaletown, Kostuik Gallery, Shoppers Drug Mart, BC Place, Urban Fare, Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre and Contemporary Art Gallery. Restaurants in the neighbourhood area La Terazza, Games Big Fish, Earls, Yaletown Keg Steakhouse and Bar, Urban Thai Bistro, Hapa Izakaya, Cactus Club Cafe, George Lounge, Fresh Japanese Take out, Drew Cooks and much more. The bus stops near the complex and Yaletown-Roundhouse Skytrain Station is 5-minute walk from the complex. Diamond Robinson Group Ltd quality built Robinson Tower in 1995. This 17-level building has a concrete construction and concrete exterior finishing. There are 133 suites including commercial and retail spaces. Robinson Tower offers one bedroom and one bedroom+dens from 615 to 871 sq. ft., two bedroom plus two bedroom+den from 775 to 936 sq. ft. and 5 penthouse homes with 4-3 bedrooms ranging from 1,143 to 1,527 sq. ft. and one - two bedroom 1375 sq ft., each with a private balcony. The building feature great amenities that include private secured storage lockers, secured bicycle storage, a meeting room, a lounge, fully equipped exercise room, changing rooms, adjoining whirlpool and sauna room, exclusive billiard room and outdoor patio. Most homes offer quality appliances, European-style kitchen cabinetry, premium bathroom fixtures, high quality carpeting, double-glazed windows and security audio intercom system.

 

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For Sale in Robinson Tower & Complex

DateAddressStatusBedBathPriceSqftDOMStrata FeeTaxListed By
2026-07-08 214 488 Helmcken St. Active 1 1 $508,188 ($924/sf) 550 $395 $1722 (2026) Renanza Realty Inc.

Robinson Tower Sold History (last 24 months)

Sold DateAddressBedBathSqftAskingSold PriceDOMStrata FeeTaxListed By
2026-05-06 506 488 Helmcken St. 2 2 823 $769,900 $745,000 ($905/sf) $550 $2541 (2025) Oakwyn Realty Ltd.
2026-03-04 505 488 Helmcken St. 2 2 844 $829,000 $807,000 ($956/sf) $557 $2535 (2025) Stilhavn Real Estate Services
2026-01-14 1204 488 Helmcken St. 2 2 717 $599,000 $555,000 ($774/sf) $477 $2105 (2025) Royal Pacific Realty (Kingsway) Ltd.
2025-11-03 807 488 Helmcken St. 2 2 951 $699,000 $680,000 ($715/sf) $633 $2622 (2025) Acrosstown Realty Inc.
2025-08-21 1005 488 Helmcken St. 2 2 877 $740,000 $730,000 ($832/sf) $580 $2422 (2024) Royal LePage Elite West
2025-08-13 408 488 Helmcken St. 1 1 633 $528,000 $505,000 ($798/sf) $410 $1745 (2024) Maude, MacKay & Company Limited
2025-06-29 507 488 Helmcken St. 2 2 843 $849,000 $840,000 ($996/sf) $532 $2713 (2024) RE/MAX Select Properties
2025-03-11 202 488 Helmcken St. 3 2 990 $899,000 $872,000 ($881/sf) $657 $2704 (2024) Oakwyn Realty Ltd.
2024-12-13 605 488 Helmcken St. 2 2 875 $750,000 $750,000 ($857/sf) $580 $2455 (2024) Parallel 49 Realty

Sold data from the MLS® feed for strata plan LMS1902. Showing the last 24 months by default; expand for up to 80 recent sales.

Robinson Tower Market Summary

Robinson Tower at 488 Helmcken St. — currently 1 active listing averaging $508,188. In the past year 4 units sold at an average of $696,750.

Active Listings1
Avg Asking Price$508,188
Sold (1 Year)4
Avg Sold Price$696,750
Avg $/Sqft$838

Value & Financing

Price Positioning
$924 /sq ft
Active listings here average $924/sf vs $1171/sf across Yaletown.
21% below area average
Mortgage Snapshot
$2,434 /mo
Entry price (from)$508,188
20% down payment$101,638
Rate / amortization5.24% · 25 yr
Estimate only — not a lending offer. Rate illustrative; confirm with your mortgage advisor.

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Property Documents

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Site & Location Maps

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Amenities / Features

Elevator
Exercise Centre
In Suite Laundry
  • Storage
  • Meeting room
  • Amenities area with changing rooms
  • Adjoining whirlpool and sauna room
  • Exclusive billiard room
  • Outdoor patio?

Maintenance Fees Include

Caretaker
Garbage Pickup
Gardening
Hot Water
Management
Recreation Facility

Location / Site Influences

Central Location
Recreation Nearby
Shopping Nearby

Construction & Development

ConstructionConcrete
Exterior FinishBrick
RoofOther
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
Rain ScreenNo
DeveloperDiamond Robinson Group Ltd
Management CompanySelf Managed

Strata Information

Strata PlanLMS1902
Strata Web Sitewww.vancondo.com
Building TypeStrata Condos
Title to LandFreehold Strata
Units in Strata133
Units in Development133
Management CompanyFirst Service Residential — 604-683-8900
PID100000002
Bylaws / RestrictionsPETS ALLOWED,RENTALS ALLOWED
Parking / StorageGarage; Underground

Building Contact Info

Manager Shannon Rae
Caretaker 604-408-9640
robinsontower@novuscom.net

Frequently Asked Questions — Robinson Tower

What year was Robinson Tower built?
Robinson Tower was built in 1995.
How many units are in Robinson Tower?
Robinson Tower has 133 strata units across 17 levels.
What amenities does Robinson Tower offer?
ELEVATOR, EXERCISE CENTRE, IN SUITE LAUNDRY.
Is Robinson Tower pet-friendly, and what are the bylaws?
Robinson Tower bylaws/restrictions: PETS ALLOWED,RENTALS ALLOWED.
Who is the property manager for Robinson Tower?
Robinson Tower is managed by First Service Residential, 604-683-8900.
What is the strata plan number for Robinson Tower?
The strata plan number for Robinson Tower is LMS1902.
Is Robinson Tower freehold or leasehold?
Robinson Tower is FREEHOLD STRATA.
Where is Robinson Tower located?
Robinson Tower is located at 488 Helmcken St. in Vancouver West, Vancouver.
How is the real estate market at Robinson Tower?
In the past year 4 units sold at Robinson Tower, averaging $696,750; there is currently 1 active listing for sale.

Listings for Sale Near Robinson Tower 🔎 MLS® Search »

Active listings nearby80
Average price$995,392
From$52,000
Up to$5,290,000
Summary — 50 nearest listings
AddressBedBathSqftPrice
214 488 Helmcken St. 11550 $508,188
428 Helmcken St. 121168 $1,188,000
1305 1133 Homer St. 22922 $1,095,000
2504 1111 Richards St. 321346 $2,099,900
103 1133 Homer St. 231270 $1,349,999
2607 1111 Richards St. 331265 $1,700,000
2705 1111 Richards St. 331781 $2,490,000
1903 1111 Richards St. 11466 $649,000
2002 1111 Richards St. 22969 $1,499,900
2701 1111 Richards St. 11632 $849,000
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214 488 HELMCKEN STREET $508,188 214 488 Helmcken St. · 1bd/1ba · 550sf 428 HELMCKEN STREET $1,188,000 428 Helmcken St. · 1bd/2ba · 1168sf 1305 1133 HOMER STREET $1,095,000 1305 1133 Homer St. · 2bd/2ba · 922sf 2504 1111 RICHARDS STREET $2,099,900 2504 1111 Richards St. · 3bd/2ba · 1346sf 103 1133 HOMER STREET $1,349,999 103 1133 Homer St. · 2bd/3ba · 1270sf 2607 1111 RICHARDS STREET $1,700,000 2607 1111 Richards St. · 3bd/3ba · 1265sf 2705 1111 RICHARDS STREET $2,490,000 2705 1111 Richards St. · 3bd/3ba · 1781sf 1903 1111 RICHARDS STREET $649,000 1903 1111 Richards St. · 1bd/1ba · 466sf 2002 1111 RICHARDS STREET $1,499,900 2002 1111 Richards St. · 2bd/2ba · 969sf 2701 1111 RICHARDS STREET $849,000 2701 1111 Richards St. · 1bd/1ba · 632sf

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