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West End , Vancouver
The West End of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada is on the downtown peninsula neighbouring Stanley Park and the areas of Yaletown, Coal Harbour and the downtown financial and central business districts.
The definition of the "official neighbourhood" of the West End, according to the city, is the area west of Burrard Street, east of Denman Street, and south of West Georgia Street. Historically the term originated and remains used by Vancouverites to refer to everything from Burrard Street to Stanley Park, including the Stanley Park Neighbourhood west of Denman Street and the Coal Harbour Neighbourhood. Coal Harbour Neighbourhood is officially designated as west of Burrard and to the north of West Georgia, although the newly built areas between West Pender Street and the waterfront are expressly "Coal Harbour" and not considered part of the West End.
History
Like all of Vancouver, the West End was originally a forested wilderness. The area was purchased in 1862 by John Morton, Samuel Brighouse, and William Hailstone, three men known as the "Three Greenhorn Englishmen," or just the "Three Greenhorns," owing to the belief that the naive men paid too much for the remote land. The men had plans to establish a brickworks on the shore of Coal Harbour, and their land claim was originally staked with the hopeful intent of mining for porcelain clays, but the grade of clay was not fine enough for that use. When those plans failed (a lack of transportation being a key factor) they sold a good portion of the area, by then known as the Brickmaker's Claim, to Victoria investors who in turn tried to promote its development as New Liverpool. The only thing that happened with that scheme was a subdivision plan registered with the Land Titles office in New Westminster. Another name used for the property was the Brighouse Estate (Brighouse as a name came to refer to a particular part of Richmond, where "Greenhorn" J. Morton also owned property). One of the partners, observant that brick was a valuable building commodity despite the abundance of timber in the region, moved the brick-clay operations to Sumas Mountain, establishing the community of Clayburn, now a neighbourhood of Abbotsford.
Later, with the arrival of the Canadian Pacific Railway, with its terminus at nearby Coal Harbour, the West End became Vancouver's first upscale neighbourhood, home to the richest railroad families. Many of these families lived along Georgia Street, known at that time as "Blue Blood Alley" for all the posh mansions built there. Later mansions (including the Davie mansion) were built in then remoter areas of the West End as the financial district's land values displaced the high-toned residences. This role was ultimately dropped with the increasing vogue for the upscale Shaughnessy neighbourhood, and as middle-class housing of various kinds began to fill out the West End. As the city grew, the West End became a transitory place for new arrivals from elsewhere in Canada, the United Kingdom, and later for immigrants from other countries, establishing a tradition of diversity. Following World War II, a significant German commercial community emerged along Robson Street, giving birth to the nickname Robsonstrasse, a name still occasionally used in marketing despite the loss of its original meaning.
Demographics
The West End is bordered by downtown on the one side, Stanley Park on the other and by water on two. The West End is home to a mixed population, old and young, of Canadians, immigrants and international transient residents. Like other downtown neighbourhoods, the West End is very densely populated. It is adjacent to the downtown core business and financial districts, with traffic calmed streets punctuated by concrete islands, sidewalk barricades, and mini-parks and many residential heritage buildings including The Manhattan, The Beaconsfield, The Beverly and The Queen Charlotte.
Close to 45,000 people of all ages, incomes, ethnicities, and sexual orientations live in the West End. The age group of 20-39 years consistently ranks the largest at 48%, followed by 40-64 at 34%, 65+ at 13% and under 19 at 6%. Containing 7.4% of the City’s population, the West End welcomed 14% of new Vancouverites between 2001 and 2006. The West End is also home to Western Canada’s largest LGBTQ community. Vancouver's gay village, called Davie Village, is centred primarily on Davie Street between Burrard and Bute.
The share of single-parent families in the West End is about 12%, compared to 17% for the City of Vancouver. Statistics also show that the West End is home to many children — the downtown peninsula now has more children than traditional family neighbourhoods such as West Point Grey or Kerrisdale. Lord Roberts Annex offers kindergarten to grade 3. The student population of Lord Roberts Elementary School (k-grade 7) represents 43 countries and 37 languages. King George Secondary School (grades 8-12) celebrated 100 years in 2014.
Social issues
West End residents have been very active in shaping their neighbourhood and maintaining its liveability. In the 1970s, residents banded together to calm traffic that was using the neighbourhood as a shortcut between downtown Vancouver and the suburbs of the North Shore, across the Lions' Gate Bridge. They also staged a successful "Shame the Johns" campaign to rid the West End of the prostitution that was then prevalent in the neighbourhood. This campaign was aided by a 1984 injunction granted by then-B.C. Supreme Court Justice Allan McEachern which banned prostitutes from working west of Granville Street. This forced prostitutes away from the relative safety of Davie Street into Yaletown, then a warehouse district, and eventually into the Downtown Eastside, where already vulnerable prostitutes were even more open to violence and abuse. Today, groups such as the West End Citizens Action Network, the West End Residents Association and West End Neighbours continue to be actively involved in keeping the West End liveable, albeit from different political perspectives.
Amenities
The West End is particularly famous among visitors for Robson Street. It was historically known as the Robsonstrasse, for the postwar period when it was a hub for immigrants from Germany, and was home to owner operated boutiques, schnitzel houses and other bistro-style dining establishments until the 1980s when the transition to the current fashionable shopping and dining area stretching from Burrard Street to Jervis Street, began. Many restaurants and shops can also be found along Denman Street closer to Stanley Park, and Davie Street between Burrard and Jervis streets.
Numerous parks and beaches can be found throughout the West End including Alexandra Park, Cardero Park, Nelson Park, Stanley Park and Sunset Beach. These parks range in size from 0.22 hectares (Morton Park) to over 406 hectare (Stanley Park). A portion of the Stanley Park Seawall promenade runs along the waterfront from Burrard Bridge to Ceperly Park.
The area is also known for English Bay Beach, a large park on English Bay which is thronged during the annual Celebration of Light fireworks display each year mid-summer. St. Paul's Hospital, one of Vancouver's largest and oldest health facilities, sits at the neighbourhood's eastern edge on Burrard Street.
Community Centres in the West End include the Vancouver Aquatic Centre, West End Community Centre, Coal Harbour Community Centre and Barclay Manor. Depending on the centre, they offer swimming pools, gyms, fitness centres and an ice rink, as well as many meeting and all-purpose rooms for rent.
The West End is not to be confused with the West Side (which denotes the western half of the non-downtown part of Vancouver city to the south) or West Vancouver ("West Van"), a separate municipality. (Conversely, and to the confusion of some, "East Van," "the East End," and "the East Side" all denote East Vancouver.)
Accolade
On November 4, 2015, The Canadian Institute of Planners announced winners of its fifth annual Great Places in Canada contest. A jury of seven professional planners named the West End as the Great Neighbourhood. Juror Jaspal Marwah MCIP, RPP stated that “the West End makes it easy, safe and inviting for residents to walk and bike to work, to access thriving local businesses and to explore Vancouver’s beaches, trails and Stanley Park. Transit access, traffic calming, street furniture, treed promenades, pocket parks and public spaces reflect a thoughtful approach to place-making. Home to the city’s LGBTQ community, the West End’s density is evenly matched by its diversity of residents, and by a strong commitment to creating an inclusive community that prioritizes affordable housing.”
West End
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203 1935 HARO Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "SUNDIAL AT THE PARK" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2715042
203 1935 HARO Street Vancouver V6G 1H8 
$1,150,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2715042
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,036 sq. ft.
Beautiful 2 Bed/2 Bath WEST OF DENMAN! This exceptionally well laid-out 1036 sq. ft. home is located in a concrete & fully rainscreened building just steps from Lost Lagoon/Stanley Park. Floorplan features large-scale rooms, kitchen w/ eating area & rare in-suite laundry/pantry/flex room. Reno's from 2018 include new flooring, kitchen & h/w tank. SW exposure from the patio provides an abundance of natural light, while the N exposure from the bedrooms provides peace & tranquility. With only 3 suites per floor there is plenty of privacy provided to this home. Wonderfully pro-active strata allows for pets/rentals w/ restrictions, parking & locker also included. 1 EV parking in building. Walk to the beach, park, or the city in minutes. This offering truly has everything you could ever want! More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services
- JENNIFER HILL
- RE/MAX REAL ESTATE SERVICES
- 1 (604) 3158840
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205 1435 NELSON Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2715145
205 1435 NELSON Street Vancouver V6G 2Z3
$629,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2715145
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 660 sq. ft.
Phenomenal investment opportunity or a perfect home for a first time buyer! South facing, corner unit centrally-located on a quiet street in the popular West End. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, coffee shops and other amenities this wonderful neighbourhood has to offer. This very functional one bedroom home has the most efficient floor plan, has it’s own In-suite laundry and a large 6'4 x 11'5 balcony. This home comes with one PARKING SPOT and a private STORAGE LOCKER. PETS are welcome! . Fully rain-screened building and a very well-operating strata. Contact to book your private viewing More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - JENNIFER HILL
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1705 909 BURRARD Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "Vancouver Tower" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2715282
1705 909 BURRARD Street Vancouver V6Z 2N2
$1,599,997Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2715282
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,267 sq. ft.
LOCATION & VIEW Welcome to 1705 909 Burrard Street in the hub of Downtown Vancouver! Nothing can beat this amazing location! Steps away from some of Downtowns best restaurants, shops, theatres, fitness centre and more. This exquisite condo has been fully renovated down to the studs. You will love this spacious modern open design with stunning city views from every angle. Dream kitchen, open dining area perfect for all your entertaining needs. Flex space with full floor to ceiling windows. Large bedrooms and a to die for walk in closet in the primary bedroom. Five-star designer bathrooms! Vancouver Tower has a 24-hour concierge along with outstanding amenities ( pool fitness center and more) OPEN SAT AUG 13 1-3P.M , SUN AUG 14 2-4P.M More detailsListed by Century 21 In Town Realty - JENNIFER HILL
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306 1435 NELSON Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2715306
306 1435 NELSON Street Vancouver V6G 2Z3
$645,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2715306
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 703 sq. ft.
Located in the heart of Downtown Vancouver desirable West End, you are steps away from great restaurants, financial districts, English Bay, Stanley park and downtown shopping. This conner unit overlooking a garden area, with one parking one locker. Seller spent nearly 100k to renovate in 2019. Updated interior and kitchen, hardwood floor throughout, separate areas for kitchen and eating. Big master bedroom with walk-in closet. Morden electric fireplace replicate both the heat and light of a real fire. Enclosed balcony brings plenty of nature light easily turn into a solarium.Great strata council and completed several major upgrades consisting of a full rain screen,new plumbing,new balconies and new doors/windows.In suite laundry allowed and rental friendly.Will not last long, Acting quick! More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - JENNIFER HILL
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1402 1888 ALBERNI Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "RESIDENCES OF 1888 ALBERNI" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2714444
1402 1888 ALBERNI Street Vancouver V6G 1B3
$2,399,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2714444
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,565 sq. ft.
OMPLETELY RENOVATED/FABULOUS/LUXURIOUS DREAM SUITE, with incredible views and a PERFECT layout! This totally re-designed home is sure to impress the most discerning of tastes, with no expense spared. From moment you enter the formal foyer, this home shines, with expansive living spaces, finishings (too many to list) including solid Carrera Marble/engineered wood floors, a full suite of Gaggenau Appliances, dedicated Bar area, a full size laundry room & built in SONOS sound/Lutron 'Casita' lighting/automatic blinds throughout. HUGE Primary bedroom/sanctuary ensuite plus a generous guest bedroom/ensuite round out this offering which is truly an entertainers dream! Only 2 suites per floor, this landmark tower which also offers a fabulous indoor pool/spa/gym and lush landscaping! More detailsListed by Dexter Realty - JENNIFER HILL
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601 1003 PACIFIC Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2714485
601 1003 PACIFIC Street Vancouver V6E 4P2
$1,085,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2714485
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,061 sq. ft.
Welcome to #601 1003 Pacific Street at the Seastar located in one of the most central locations in the city. WOW., space, space, space! Rarely available spacious open concept 2 bedroom and Solarium. Solarium is large enough to be used as a 3rd bedroom. 2 Spa inspired bathrooms one with a tub, the other with a large shower. Completely and tastefully renovated with modern appliances and fixtures to compliment this bright home overlooking Burrard Bridge. This building is located in one of the most sought after neighbourhoods. Minutes from downtown yet across the street from the famous Vancouver Seawall. Walk to a game of beach volleyball then enjoy the beautiful sunset at English Bay. Welcome to your new home! More detailsListed by eXp Realty (Branch) - JENNIFER HILL
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501 1225 BARCLAY Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "LORD YOUNG TERRACE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2714041
501 1225 BARCLAY Street Vancouver V6E 1H5
$869,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2714041
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 851 sq. ft.
Bright and spacious 2 bed + 2 bath home in the heart of the West End! Situated on a quiet tree-lined street, this suite sits atop the trees for an utmost peaceful outlook. This South facing corner unit provides a multitude of natural light, not to mention a private patio perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Beautifully maintained home featuring laminate flooring, stainless steel appliances, and in-suite laundry. Pet-friendly, well maintained building in a wonderful community. 1 parking stall included. Just 2 blocks to Robson and yet incredibly serene, convenience without compromise. Steps to Stanley Park, English Bay, Coal Harbour, the West End Farmer's Market, shopping and restaurants. This one has it ALL! Open House: Saturday, August 6th 1-3 pm. More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - JENNIFER HILL
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2006 1028 BARCLAY Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "PATINA" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2714133
2006 1028 BARCLAY Street Vancouver V6E 0B1
$1,398,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2714133
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,150 sq. ft.
Fantastic corner unit in the quality building built by well-known developer Concert Properties. Just behind YMCA, Excellent floor plan with partial Bay and Mountain views. 2 Bed rooms + Den + Solarium with 2 full bathrooms, tile flooring in Living Area and brand new wood flooring in both bedrooms. Luxury European appliances, Big Kitchen island to prepare your meals and have a convenient breakfast, Heat pump with AC, 24 hours concierge along with a resident manager. Close to everything you need, Grocery, Robson shopping, high standard restaurant, YMCA, recreation and theatres. It's super convenient yet quiet. Amenities features Gym, social lounge, meeting room, seating area and outdoor terrace with kids playground and bike storage. Two parkings are included. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - JENNIFER HILL
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307 1330 HARWOOD Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "WESTSEA TOWERS" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2714423
307 1330 HARWOOD Street Vancouver V6E 1S8
$538,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2714423
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 778 sq. ft.
Believe or not the English Bay Ocean View is always at your rm window! Wlk minutes to Sunset Beach park, Engagement Sclpture and green land as well as the Stnly park & Seawall. The Bldg completed extensive restoration includes exterior, windows, balcny doors & paint, Guardrail replacement, parkade and blcony membrane resurfacing. Well managed with onsite cretaker, outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, sauna & rooftop common deck with unobstructed ocean view. maint. fee incl property tax, heat & hot water. Unit with very functional layout of two side by side good size bedroom, Open living area with dwn window could lead you to the Burrard Inlet and simply sitting in your coach to watch yearly international firework festival. It's not regarding buying a place, it's buying a totally new life style. More detailsListed by Optim Pacific Realty - JENNIFER HILL
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203 1465 COMOX Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "BRIGHTON COURT" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2714706
203 1465 COMOX Street Vancouver V6G 1N9
$675,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2714706
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 742 sq. ft.
Brighton Court...a quality building in the heart of the West End. Located on a traffic calmed street lined with mature trees and a pretty south facing outlook. Completely renovated suite with new kitchen and walk-in shower. Newer appliances and gas fireplace. Flex room perfect for home office. Pets allowed and rentals restricted to 5 and currently full. Suite if tenanted and must be owner occupied when sold. Notice for showing required. Parking and storage included. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - JENNIFER HILL
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1203 1200 ALBERNI Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2713636
1203 1200 ALBERNI Street Vancouver V6E 1A6
$1,199,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2713636
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 898 sq. ft.
Rare find FULLY RENOVATED Palisades! Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit with a home office/ Den. Over 888 sq.ft bright open floor plan interior living space with views of Stanley park from the master bedroom. Custom kitchen w/ Miele appliances and Marble countertop plus Hardwood flooring. Just steps to Coal Harbour, Stanley Park, Sea wall, World class shopping, The business district and fabulous dining. Come see this completely renovated masterpiece with High-End Finishes before it is gone. OPEN HOUSE SAT AUG 6 & SUN AUG 7 , 11am-1pm. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Sussex - JENNIFER HILL
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1711 1331 ALBERNI Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2713658
1711 1331 ALBERNI Street Vancouver V6E 4S1
$799,999Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2713658
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 749 sq. ft.
The Lions, a two tower complex located on Alberni St. in between Broughton and Jervis St. Comfort and cozy 2 bedrooms Plus a den and an in-suite storage. Located on the 17th floor, facing east, breath taking views of Coal Harbour, water and mountains can be seen. Desired floor plan with no space wasted, laminate flooring, and modern kitchen appliances. Many convenient amenities , including large exercise room, sauna, concierge service, garden, in suite laundry, recreation center and theater room. Close to Downtown Vancouver, Coal Harbour, Canada Place, shopping centers and restaurants . Best Location! Please make appointment with the Realtor, this one won't last long.Open House, Sunday 12-2PM, Aug 7th More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty (Kingsway) Ltd. - JENNIFER HILL
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