Gastown, Vancouver Real Estate Listings

This neighbourhood is a great neighbourhood when it comes to getting around without a car. Gastown is very transit friendly. More specifically, It is straightforward to come across a nearby rapid transit station, such as Waterfront Station @ Platform 1 and Waterfront Station @ Platform 2 on the Expo Line, from the majority of properties in the neighbourhood. There are around 20 bus lines traversing the neighbourhood, and most residences are very close to a bus stop. Gastown is also very suitable for walking; all daily needs can be carried out on foot, and countless businesses of different types can be found as well. Active home buyers will value the especially bike-friendly character of this area. For example, a bike share station is generally located close by, and this part of the city boasts a very good bicycling infrastructure.

Both general and specialty grocery stores are typically accessible within a very short walk from most properties for sale in this neighbourhood. In addition, those who appreciate eating out won't have to go far in this area, where over 50 restaurants and about 10 coffee shops can be found. Regarding education, parents and their schoolchildren will find that no matter where their property is located in Gastown, both primary and secondary schools are close by. However, it can be challenging to access daycares as a pedestrian.

Gastown offers a variety of experiences for home buyers who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time outdoors. Finding things to do in this part of Vancouver is very easy. There are masses of people around most of the time, there is a broad selection of entertainment venues, and it is very easy to find bars since they are well-distributed throughout the area. Main streets, including Water Street, are wonderful for those who like going out. It is very easy to get to parks from a lot of locations in the neighbourhood since there are a few of them close by for residents to enjoy.

Around 80% of the units in the neighbourhood are occupied by renters and owners occupy the remainder. The large percentage of large apartment buildings in the housing stock of this area is an important part of its character. The homes in this neighbourhood are very modern, since about 45% of its buildings were built following the year 2000, while most of the remaining buildings were constructed pre-1960 and in the 1990s. This part of Vancouver offers mainly lofts and one bedroom homes.