Electra - 989 Nelson Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2S1, Strata Plan No. LMS1866, 21 Levels, 242 Units, Built 1995. Located at the corner of Burrard and Nelson in Vancouver's downtown core, Electra is a solid heritage class building built in 1957 (formerly the BC Hydro headquarters) converted into strata units in 1995. Designed by award-winning Paul Merrick Architects, the building has been completely redesigned from inside out to create the unique residential conversion. Its memorable elongated diamond shape is a classic example of modernist architecture that has formed an integral part of the Vancouver urban profile for over 35 years.
Rising majestically 21 storeys, residents of Electra will enjoy a private drive off the street, a covered colonnade into the building and an unusually spacious grand entrance. As well, expansive elevator lobbies provide an elegant sense of arrival at
each floor. The building is one of just a few residential towers in Vancouver to offer air conditioning and three high-speed elevators designed for commercial use. The Electra's shallow distance from core to exterior wall creates suite layouts that
offer much wider panoramic views and - more window-space per square foot of suite area compared to conventional "deep-core" residences. Exceptional privacy is created by the placement of entry doors on only one side of the corridor with storage and laundry facilities conveniently located across from the suites. As a result of the new exterior glazing, suites will feature expanded window's enhancing magnificent views in all directions.
Residents of 989 Nelson also enjoy access to The Electra's Fitness Club, a private clubhouse featuring dry saunas, showers, and lockers, a billiards lounge, theater room, table tennis room, party room with full kitchen, outside patio with BBQ area.
The Electra's central location puts residents within walking distance of everything Vancouver's unique " downtown lifestyle has to offer. It's an easy stroll to work in the financial district after a morning run along the seawall. Or just a few steps to
the international boutiques along Robson and Burrard on the way home. For an impromptu dinner with friends, catch the aquabus to Granville Island for fresh food shopping at the public market. Select from fine restaurants along the downtown waterfronts or enjoy the many " casual cafes, coffee bars and pasta spots nearby on Robson. From the Electra, shopping at Pacific Centre a show at the Art Gallery, an evening of live theatre or miles of waterfront walkways and forest trails are all so close, you'll be wishing that you could have made this move sooner.
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| Date | Address | Status | Bed | Bath | Price | Sqft | DOM | Strata Fee | Tax | Listed By |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | 1607 989 Nelson St. | Active | 1 | 1 | $599,000 ($972/sf) | 616 | $648 | $1893 (2025) | Oakwyn Realty Ltd. | |
| 2026-05-19 | 614 989 Nelson St. | Active | 1 | 1 | $578,888 ($943/sf) | 614 | $627 | $1812 (2025) | RE/MAX Heights Realty | |
| 2026-07-22 | 1110 989 Nelson St. | Active | 1 | 1 | $499,999 ($1,004/sf) | 498 | $522 | $1562 (2025) | Dexter Realty | |
| 2026-08-25 | 902 989 Nelson St. | Active | 1 | 1 | $488,000 ($986/sf) | 495 | $492 | $1648 (2026) | Heller Murch Realty | |
| Avg | $541,472 | 556 |
| Sold Date | Address | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Asking | Sold Price | DOM | Strata Fee | Tax | Listed By |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-15 | 2106 989 Nelson St. | 3 | 2 | 1804 | $1,570,000 | $1,400,000 ($776/sf) | $1905 | $4715 (2025) | Royal LePage Westside Klein Group | |
| 2026-05-12 | 1512 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 505 | $518,000 | $508,000 ($1,006/sf) | $523 | $1590 (2025) | eXp Realty | |
| 2026-04-16 | 607 989 Nelson St. | 2 | 2 | 808 | $688,000 | $650,000 ($804/sf) | $853 | $2314 (2025) | RE/MAX Real Estate Services | |
| 2026-03-03 | 1401 989 Nelson St. | 2 | 2 | 808 | $730,000 | $700,000 ($866/sf) | $853 | $2414 (2025) | Royal Pacific Riverside Realty Ltd. | |
| 2025-09-08 | 1003 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 498 | $525,000 | $512,500 ($1,029/sf) | $522 | $1543 (2024) | Engel & Volkers Vancouver | |
| 2025-08-24 | 1213 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 505 | $499,000 | $503,000 ($996/sf) | $506 | $1561 (2024) | Nu Stream Realty Inc. | |
| 2025-07-16 | 813 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 528 | $525,000 | $505,000 ($956/sf) | $506 | $1532 (2024) | Team 3000 Realty Ltd. | |
| 2025-07-15 | 1203 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 494 | $527,000 | $518,000 ($1,049/sf) | $522 | $1558 (2024) | Oakwyn Realty Ltd. | |
| 2025-07-14 | 1901 989 Nelson St. | 2 | 2 | 820 | $818,800 | $780,000 ($951/sf) | $853 | $2573 (2024) | RE/MAX Crest Realty | |
| 2025-06-23 | 603 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 511 | $539,000 | $511,000 ($1,000/sf) | $505 | $1514 (2024) | Stilhavn Real Estate Services | |
| 2025-05-17 | 1307 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 628 | $599,000 | $602,000 ($959/sf) | $627 | $1852 (2024) | TRG The Residential Group Realty | |
| 2025-04-27 | 714 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 613 | $635,000 | $600,000 ($979/sf) | $627 | $1796 (2024) | Century 21 AAA Realty Inc. | |
| 2025-02-23 | 307 989 Nelson St. | 2 | 2 | 808 | $815,000 | $795,000 ($984/sf) | $826 | $2262 (2024) | Jovi Realty Inc. | |
| 2025-01-21 | 1105 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 329 | $442,200 | $405,600 ($1,233/sf) | $337 | $1137 (2024) |
Sold data from the MLS® feed for strata plan LMS1866. Showing the last 24 months by default; expand for up to 80 recent sales.
Electra at 989 Nelson St. — currently 4 active listings averaging $541,472. In the past year 5 units sold at an average of $754,100.
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| Construction | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Exterior Finish | Concrete |
| Roof | Other |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Rain Screen | No |
| Developer | Prime Tower Ltd. |
| Architect | Paul Merrick Architects Ltd |
| Marketer | Cliff Bowman & Associates |
| Management Company | Urban Properties Ltd. |
| Strata Plan | LMS1866 |
|---|---|
| Strata Web Site | theelectra.ca/ |
| Building Type | AirBNB Compliant Building,Strata |
| Title to Land | Freehold Strata |
| Units in Strata | 242 |
| Units in Development | 242 |
| Management Company | Urban Properties Ltd. — 604-681-4177 |
| PID | 100000000 |
| Bylaws / Restrictions | PETS NOT ALLOWED,RENTALS ALLOWED |
| Contingency Reserve Fund | $$259,089.84 (2022) |
| Parking / Storage | None |
| Caretaker |
604-488-0048
manager@theelectra.ca |
|---|
| Sales Website | theelectra.ca/ |
|---|
| Address | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3204 938 Nelson St. | 2 | 2 | 1183 | $1,469,000 |
| 4303 938 Nelson St. | 2 | 2 | 1557 | $1,519,000 |
| 3704 938 Nelson St. | 2 | 2 | 1530 | $1,689,000 |
| 1110 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 498 | $499,999 |
| 1607 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 616 | $599,000 |
| 3603 938 Nelson St. | 5 | 7 | 4674 | $6,990,000 |
| 902 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 495 | $488,000 |
| 614 989 Nelson St. | 1 | 1 | 614 | $578,888 |
| 1509 1068 Hornby St. | 2 | 2 | 745 | $699,800 |
| 2205 938 Smithe St. | 1 | 1 | 707 | $725,000 |
$1,469,000
3204 938 Nelson St. · 2bd/2ba · 1183sf
$1,519,000
4303 938 Nelson St. · 2bd/2ba · 1557sf
$599,000
1607 989 Nelson St. · 1bd/1ba · 616sf
$6,990,000
3603 938 Nelson St. · 5bd/7ba · 4674sf
$488,000
902 989 Nelson St. · 1bd/1ba · 495sf
$578,888
614 989 Nelson St. · 1bd/1ba · 614sf
$699,800
1509 1068 Hornby St. · 2bd/2ba · 745sf
$725,000
2205 938 Smithe St. · 1bd/1ba · 707sf
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