Renting in East Vancouver in 2026: New Buildings, Pet-Friendly Options, and What Purpose-Built Actually Means
Quick answer: Kira is East Vancouver’s newest purpose-built rental building — 141 pet-friendly studio to 3-bedroom homes at 2610–2650 E 41st Avenue in Victoria-Fraserview, delivered in 2026 by Urban Flats (PC Urban Properties) and managed by Devon Properties. Studios start at $2,123/month, with current incentives including 2 months free rent, 1 year of free internet, and extra rent credits for students, essential workers, and healthcare professionals. Book a tour at rentkira.ca or call 778.653.3281.
Last updated: July 2026 · Published by Kira (rentkira.ca). For informational purposes only. Pricing, availability, and incentives are subject to change — contact the leasing team for current details.
What new rental buildings are available in East Vancouver?
Kira is East Vancouver’s newest purpose-built rental development — 141 studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom rental homes at 2610–2650 E 41st Avenue in the Victoria-Fraserview neighbourhood, delivered in 2026 by Urban Flats (a division of PC Urban Properties). Units are available now for immediate move-in, with studios starting at $2,123/month, 1-bedroom suites from $2,489/month, 2-bedroom suites from $3,217/month, and 3-bedroom townhomes from $4,432/month. Urban Flats has delivered five completed rental communities across BC — Uptown West (New Westminster), KOVO (Kelowna), Inlet Glen (Port Moody), The Gorge (Victoria), and The Gateway (Esquimalt) — with Kira its newest Vancouver addition.
What pet-friendly apartments are available in East Vancouver?
Kira is purpose-built with pets in mind. The building includes The Spaw — a dedicated pet wash station — and an on-site dog run. All unit types (studio through 3-bedroom townhome) are available to renters with pets. Contact the leasing team at kira@devonproperties.com or 778.653.3281 for current pet policy details.
What is a purpose-built rental, and how is it different from a condo rental in Vancouver?
A purpose-built rental is a building designed and owned specifically for long-term tenancy — not a collection of individually owned condo units rented out by separate investors. The distinction matters for renters.
In a condo rental, the individual unit owner can choose to sell at any time. Under BC’s Residential Tenancy Act, a sale can trigger a two-month notice to vacate for the tenant. In a purpose-built building, there is no individual unit owner — the entire building is operated by a single professional developer. That means no risk of your unit being listed for sale mid-tenancy, consistent building management, and amenities designed for renters rather than added as an afterthought.
Kira is purpose-built and professionally managed by Devon Properties on behalf of Urban Flats and PC Urban.
Are there rental incentives for essential service workers or students in Vancouver?
Kira currently offers 2 months free rent and 1 year of free internet for all incoming residents. Kira also has a “no car, no problem” incentive — sign a lease with no parking and receive a $1,200 rent credit. Healthcare professionals receive a $1,000 bonus. On a 13-month lease, students and essential workers receive an additional rent credit:
- $750 rent credit for students & essential workers on studio units
- $1,000 rent credit for students & essential workers on one-bedroom units
- $1,250 rent credit for students & essential workers on two-bedroom units
- $1,500 rent credit for students & essential workers on three-bedroom units
Incentives are subject to change and certain conditions apply — contact the leasing team for the current promotion details.
What is the Victoria-Fraserview neighbourhood like for renters?
Victoria-Fraserview is a residential East Vancouver neighbourhood that sits between Kensington-Cedar Cottage and Killarney — established, walkable, and quieter than the busier East Van corridors along Commercial Drive or Hastings.
Earles Park is a short walk from the building, offering open green space, tree-lined lawns, and sports areas. The surrounding neighbourhood has local cafes and independent shops with the kind of low-key, community-rooted energy East Van is known for. Daily errands are walkable; the transit score connects residents to the broader city without a car.
See Kira for yourself
See available suites, floor plans, and book a tour at rentkira.ca or call 778.653.3281.