Vancouver

Living in Vancouver West

Beaches, the seawall and the city's most sought-after westside streets.

The Community

Why people love Vancouver West

  • Professionals
  • Downsizers
  • Families near top schools
  • Luxury buyers

Vancouver West takes in everything from the towers of Downtown and Yaletown to the tree-lined streets of Kitsilano, Point Grey, Kerrisdale and Dunbar. It is where the city meets the ocean: Stanley Park, English Bay, Kits Beach and Spanish Banks are all part of daily life.

Homes range from downtown condos with water and mountain views to character houses and luxury estates on the westside. Walkable villages, top-rated schools and UBC nearby keep demand strong year after year.

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Neighbourhoods

Inside Vancouver West

Each pocket has its own character. Here's a quick guide.

  • Downtown & Coal Harbour

    Waterfront towers, the seawall and a short walk to work.

  • Yaletown

    Converted warehouses, patios and the False Creek marina.

  • West End

    Leafy, walkable streets beside Stanley Park and English Bay.

  • Kitsilano

    Beach life, 4th Avenue shops and character homes.

  • Point Grey

    Spanish Banks, Jericho Beach and grand family homes near UBC.

  • Kerrisdale & Dunbar

    Quiet, established neighbourhoods with a village feel.

  • Fairview & South Granville

    Central condos and townhomes near galleries and shops.

  • Shaughnessy

    Heritage estates on large, tree-lined lots.

Lifestyle

Getting around & settling in

Transit
Canada Line, Expo and Millennium lines downtown; frequent buses and the future Broadway Subway.
Schools
Vancouver School District (SD 39), private schools and UBC close by.
Outdoors
Stanley Park, the seawall, Pacific Spirit Park and some of the city's best beaches.
Home types
Condos, townhomes, character homes and luxury detached houses.

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Let's Find Your Place in Vancouver West

Whether you're buying, selling or investing in Vancouver West, A B can walk you through recent sales, what's coming up and which streets fit your plans.