Genesis

1189 Howe - Downtown, Vancouver Downtown

Genesis stands on Howe Street in downtown Vancouver, a 1998 tower with a fitness centre, an indoor pool, a sauna, steam room, and hot tub, a concierge, a meeting room, and secure gated parking. Its central position keeps daily life close: Robson Street's shopping, the Vancouver Art Gallery, and the central library are a short walk, the financial district surrounds the building, and Burrard and Vancouver City Centre SkyTrain stations link across the region. English Bay, Yaletown, and the Coal Harbour seawall are all within easy reach. With resort-style amenities in the heart of downtown, Genesis offers comfortable, connected city living.

For Rent

Currently Rented

Total Managed

Genesis

1189 Howe
Downtown, Vancouver Downtown, BC
V6Z 2X4

Year Built1998

Suites239

Levels29

ConstructionConcrete

Concierge24 hours

Amenities

🏊 Indoor Pool ♨️ Hot Tub 🧖 Sauna 💨 Steam Room 💪 Gym / Fitness 🛎️ Concierge 🔒 Gated / Controlled 🚇 Near Transit 📋 Meeting Room

Walk Score & What's Nearby

100

Excellent

🚇 Transit

25/25 2 min

🛒 Grocery

25/25 5 min

🍽️ Dining

20/20 2 min

🌳 Parks

15/15 4 min

🎓 Schools

15/15 3 min

Based on distance to nearest amenities.

🛒 Grocery

IGA 5 min

Nesters Market 5 min

Choices Market 5 min

🌳 Parks

Emery Barnes Park 4 min

Park Plaza 5 min

Nelson Park 5 min

🍽️ Dining

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ 2 min

The Templeton 2 min

Italian Kitchen 5 min

🎓 Schools

Pattison High School 3 min

VanWest College 3 min

EHMC - Executive Hotel Management College 4 min

🚇 Transit

Davie St FS Howe St 2 min

Davie St FS Burrard St 3 min

Granville St FS Drake St 4 min

Commute Time from Genesis

Location of Genesis

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Rental History at Genesis

We have managed 2 rentals in this building. Prices shown reflect our curated portfolio of quality Vancouver rentals.

Type	Size	Rented For
2 Bed \| 2.0 Bath Unfurnished	792 sqft	$2,750/mo
1 Bed \| 1.0 Bath Furnished	549 sqft	$2,500/mo

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Genesis Facts & Figures

Year built

1998

Suites

239

Storeys

Construction

Concrete

Ownership type

Strata

Zoning

Comprehensive Development

Concierge

24 hours

Total assessed value (2026)

$60,354,000

Highest-assessed unit

$1,329,000

Assessment figures from BC Assessment, 2026 roll.

Recent Building Permits at Genesis

Dec 2020

Addition / Alteration · $1,219,000

High Density Housing / Commercial - Addition / Alteration - Exterior alterations only to repair the building envelope on this low-rise and high-rise mixed-use b…

Mar 2018

Addition / Alteration · $3,500

#321 Interior alterations to renovate the washroom at dwelling unit #321 on the third floor of this existing multiple dwelling building on this site. Work to re…

Source: City of Vancouver issued building permits, open data. A history of permitted work is a sign of an actively maintained building.

About Downtown

Downtown is the central business and commercial core of the city, the dense peninsula bounded by Burrard Inlet, False Creek, and Burrard Street. It blends the financial district along Burrard and West Georgia with the Granville Street entertainment strip's theatres and nightlife, the Pacific Centre and Robson Street shopping, and the Vancouver Art Gallery and central library at its heart. Living here means everything is at street level and most of it is walkable - groceries, dining, services, and shops a few steps away in every direction. Transit is unmatched: the Burrard, Granville, Vancouver City Centre, and Waterfront stations put the whole region, the SeaBus, and the airport within easy reach without a car.

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Genesis - Frequently Asked Questions

When was Genesis built?

Genesis was completed in 1998.

How many suites are in Genesis?

Genesis has 239 suites across 29 storeys.

Does Genesis have a concierge?

Yes - Genesis has a 24 hours concierge.

Are pets allowed in Genesis?

Pet policies at Genesis are set per unit by each owner - many of our rentals here welcome pets on approval. Check the individual listing or call us at 604-984-7368.

What is Genesis's assessed value?

As of the 2026 BC Assessment, Genesis has a total assessed value of $60,354,000.

Are there rentals available in Genesis right now?

Not at the moment, but units at Genesis come up regularly - join our waitlist or browse other Downtown rentals and we'll notify you when one is listed.

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Last updated: October 4, 2026