Apartments For Rent in Renfrew, Vancouver

Regardless of the mode of transportation, it is quite convenient to move around in Renfrew. The very good public transit infrastructure allows people to get to many destinations without needing a vehicle. More specifically, rapid transit stations, such as 29th Avenue Station @ Platform 1, Renfrew Station @ Platform 2 and Rupert Station @ Platform 1 on the Millennium Line and Expo Line, are ordinarily a short walk away from the majority of houses in the neighbourhood. The neighbourhood is linked by approximately 10 bus lines, and the closest bus stop is usually just around the corner. Physically active property owners will also appreciate the reasonably pedestrian-friendly nature of Renfrew; most daily needs are easy to carry out without the use of a car, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. A fair number of people in the area use their bike as the bicycling network is extensive.

It is very often practical for property owners in Renfrew to buy general and specialty groceries on foot. Moreover, this part of the city is a fairly good place in which to eat out, and a small number of coffee shops is available as well. Regarding education, it is a short walk to reach schools and daycares from anywhere in Renfrew. Along with public schools, there are private primary and secondary schools.

Renfrew is a good neighbourhood to buy a home in for those who prefer a slower-paced ambience. This part of Vancouver is reasonably quiet, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic - although there are still several louder sections, especially around one of the railway lines or Trans-Canada Highway. Lastly, it is very easy to reach public green spaces from most locations in the neighbourhood since there are a few of them close by for residents to unwind in.

About one quarter of properties in Renfrew were built after the year 2000, while most of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1960s. In this neighbourhood, the majority of dwellings are duplexes, while the remainder are mainly small apartment buildings and single detached homes. Homeowners occupy about 55% of the properties in Renfrew whereas the rest are rented. This part of the city is primarily composed of two bedroom and four or more bedroom homes.