Metro Vancouver
Multiplex lots for sale in Metro Vancouver
Since BC's Bill 44 rules took effect, most single-family lots can hold three to six homes. This is where you find the lots for sale that suit a multiplex, city by city, with live MLS® listings and the return on each one.
What counts as a multiplex lot
Three to six homes
Most single-family lots now allow three to four homes, and up to six near frequent transit. Vancouver allows multiplexes of up to six units under its own rules.
Usually a house on a lot
Nearly every listing is an older detached home on a lot the new rules make suitable for a multiplex, not empty land. Most buyers rebuild.
Lot size decides the count
Frontage, lot area, slope, and transit distance set how many homes fit. Always confirm the exact number against the city zoning for that address.
Multiplex lots for sale by city
Choose a city to see live lots, what you can build there, and the local rules that matter.
Multiplex lots in Vancouver
Multiplex lots for sale in Vancouver are mostly pre-1980 houses on standard 33-foot lots that the city's R1-1 rules now open up to three to six homes. These are the properties builders shortlist first for a small multiplex.
See Vancouver lots →Multiplex lots in Burnaby
Multiplex lots for sale in Burnaby are often older houses on larger-than-average lots, especially around Metrotown and Edmonds. The extra width gives more room to add units than a typical Vancouver lot.
See Burnaby lots →Multiplex lots in Richmond
Multiplex lots for sale in Richmond are usually older detached homes on wide, flat lots. That flat ground makes a second or third home easier to plan and cheaper to service.
See Richmond lots →Multiplex lots in Surrey
Multiplex lots for sale in Surrey come from a deep supply of older houses on generous lots. Lower land cost per square foot is what draws multiplex builders across the Fraser.
See Surrey lots →Multiplex lots in Coquitlam
Multiplex lots for sale in Coquitlam are older homes near transit and schools, many of them strong rebuild candidates. Lot size and slope both vary here, so early checking pays off.
See Coquitlam lots →Multiplex lots in New Westminster
Multiplex lots for sale in New Westminster are often character houses in the region's oldest neighbourhoods. Many of these lots now hold more than one home under the new rules.
See New Westminster lots →Multiplex lots in North Vancouver
Multiplex lots for sale in North Vancouver are often pre-1980 houses on sloped lots with views. Both the slope and the view change what you can build, so an early site look is worth the time.
See North Vancouver lots →Multiplex lots in West Vancouver
Multiplex lots for sale in West Vancouver are large older homes on some of the biggest lots in the region. That size gives the most room for a careful, higher-end rebuild.
See West Vancouver lots →Multiplex lots in Port Coquitlam
Multiplex lots for sale in Port Coquitlam tend to be flat, family-sized lots close to parks and transit. That flat ground makes adding units simpler and cheaper.
See Port Coquitlam lots →Multiplex lots in Port Moody
Multiplex lots for sale in Port Moody are older homes near Moody Centre and the inlet, an area in steady demand. Many of these lots now support more than one unit.
See Port Moody lots →Multiplex lots in Delta
Multiplex lots for sale in Delta, from Ladner to North Delta, are often older homes on wide lots. That extra width helps when planning a second or third home on the site.
See Delta lots →Multiplex lots in Langley
Multiplex lots for sale in Langley come from a deep supply of older houses on large lots. Owners here increasingly choose to add units rather than move away.
See Langley lots →Multiplex lots in Maple Ridge
Multiplex lots for sale in Maple Ridge include some of the largest lots in Metro Vancouver. That space opens the door to more than one unit on a single property.
See Maple Ridge lots →Multiplex lots in White Rock
Multiplex lots for sale in White Rock are older houses near the beach and uptown, an area buyers want. Even on tighter lots, many now qualify for extra units.
See White Rock lots →Multiplex lots in Pitt Meadows
Multiplex lots for sale in Pitt Meadows are a quieter stock of older homes on roomy lots. These properties fit owners who want to add space for family or rental units.
See Pitt Meadows lots →Compare every lot by the numbers
Browsing is free. PlexPro adds a PlexScore and a return-on-equity figure to every listing across all 15 cities, so you can rank lots and spot the best deals fast.
Multiplex lots: common questions
What is a multiplex lot? +
A multiplex lot is a property where BC's Bill 44 small-scale housing rules let you build three or more homes on land that used to allow just one. In Metro Vancouver these are almost always older detached houses on lots that now support a multiplex, not empty land.
How many units can I build on a multiplex lot in Metro Vancouver? +
Most single-family lots now allow at least three to four homes, and lots within about 400 metres of frequent transit can allow up to six. Vancouver runs its own rules that allow multiplexes of up to six units on many lots. The exact number depends on the lot size, the transit distance, and the local bylaw, so confirm each property against the city zoning.
Which Metro Vancouver city has the best multiplex lots? +
It depends on your budget and plan. Vancouver has the highest resale values, Burnaby and Surrey combine larger lots with lower land cost, and cities like Maple Ridge and Langley offer the most space per dollar. Compare live listings city by city below.
Do I have to tear down the existing house? +
Usually yes for a full multiplex, since most listings are older homes on suitable lots. Some lots suit keeping or adding to the current home. Each listing shows the lot size and zoning so you can judge the fit.
How do I know which lot gives the best return? +
Run a full pro forma on each lot and compare the numbers. PlexPro adds a PlexScore and a return-on-equity figure to every listing, so you can rank lots quickly instead of guessing.