West End, Vancouver, British Columbia Real Estate and Homes for Sale
In West End, the majority of dwellings are large apartment buildings, but small apartment buildings are also present in the housing stock. About 45% of properties in this part of Vancouver were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while most of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s. There is a higher proportion of one bedroom homes in this area. Renters occupy roughly 80% of the properties in the neighbourhood and the rest are occupied by owners. Read more about West End real estate
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Transportation
This neighbourhood does not necessitate driving since several other methods of transportation are accessible. It is especially convenient for pedestrians to move around in this neighbourhood; meeting daily needs is especially convenient by walking, and there are also many businesses close by. This part of Vancouver will also attract physically active house buyers as it is very suited for bicycling. More precisely, the cycling network is very extensive. With around 10 nearby bus lines, this part of Vancouver is very transit friendly. However, travelling by car is challenging in this area as it is very difficult to come across a parking spot, and the street network is not very well suited for driving.
Services
Families will find that no matter where their home is located in this neighbourhood, daycares and schools are nearby. When it comes to food, a general and a specialty grocery store is always only a very short walk away in this part of Vancouver. In addition, there are over 200 restaurants and around 20 cafes to enjoy in West End. Home buyers can find countless clothing stores within walking distance.
Character
West End has a character that caters to a fairly diverse group of people. West End is reasonably good for those who enjoy a quiet atmosphere, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour. There are a few public green spaces close by for residents to visit, making it very easy to get to them from the majority of locations within the neighbourhood. Finally, this area has numerous areas for those looking for a dynamic vibe. There are a very large number of people around most of the time, there is an extensive selection of entertainment venues, and places to go out at night are well-distributed throughout the area. Robson Street is among the most active streets in this part of the city.
