Fairview Amenities and Attractions
Fairview Overview
Fairview, a neighbourhood on the west side of the City of Vancouver, British Columbia (BC), Canada, runs from 16th Avenue in the south to the False Creek inlet including Granville Island in the north and from Burrard Street in the west to Cambie Street in the east. Some city offices are on the eastern fringe of Fairview across Cambie Street from Vancouver City Hall. The 2006 Census reported a Fairview population of 29,295, up 3.1 percent from 2001. Young urban professionals and students comprise the largest demographic; 42 percent of residents are in their 20s and 30s.
West Broadway is an important medical and health care centre around Vancouver General Hospital, the BC Cancer Agency, BC Cancer Research Centre, BC Healthy Living Alliance, and BC Centre for Disease Control. City Square Mall, Granville Island, and South Granville Rise are major neighbourhood retail shopping areas.
All major roads into Downtown pass through Fairview and Burrard Street, Cambie Street, and Granville Street bridges over False Creek. Fairview has two SkyTrain rapid transit rail stations on the line from Downtown to Richmond and the Vancouver International Airport.
Early Developments
The opening of the Moodyville and Hastings mills on Burrard Inlet in the 1860s made Fairview one of the first Lower Mainland areas to be logged yet mostly undeveloped until construction of the electric railway system of the 1890s. Then the Fairview Loop ran from downtown up Main Street to Broadway to Granville Street and back to downtown. With easy access to the city core came commercial and residential development that filled out the neighbourhood, which north of West Broadway has fine views of Downtown and the North Shore Mountains, inspiring the name Fairview.
Information Links:
cambievillage.com
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/fairview.aspx
http://former.vancouver.ca/parks/cc/douglas/website/index.html
http://www.falsecreekcc.ca/
http://vancouver.ca/docs/planning/victoria-fraserview-killarney-community-vision-full-report.pdf
Fairview Housing
There are some multi-unit Victorians and duplexes, but apartments and condominiums are more common housing options in Fairview. Newer high-rise condos and apartment complexes dot the landscape, but most housing reflects pre-1970s zoning that permitted buildings of no more than three stories. Housing prices and rents have risen steadily in recent years, though Fairview is still less expensive than are neighbourhoods farther west.
Fairview Restaurants and Shops
Fairview has some of Vancouver’s best restaurants. West has won Vancouver magazine’s Restaurant of the Year Award four times, and the New York Times has proclaimed Vij’s “among the finest Indian restaurants in the world.” On West Broadway are the popular Memphis Blues and Banana Leaf. South Granville Street is famous for its art galleries, antique and modern furniture home décor shops, and mix of high-end and mid-range fashion.
Granville Island
Fairview’s most famous landmark is a top attraction. A formerly industrial area, Granville Island now attracts 10 million visitors a year to shops, restaurants, and spectacular views. The island, actually a peninsula into False Creek across from Downtown, is home to the Granville Island Public Market and host to Canada Day celebrations, musical and dramatic festivals, and cultural events. Granville Island amenities are a full-service marina, a boutique hotel, the Emily Carr University of Art and Design, the False Creek Community Centre, Vancouver’s only professional improvisational theatre company, several fine arts galleries, and numerous specialty shops. Two remnants of industrial era are a machine shop and a concrete plant.
Since redevelopment in the 1970s, Granville Island has maintained craft studios for glassblowers, printmakers, luthiers, saké makers, jewelers, potters, boatbuilders, and woodworkers. The farmers market has operated daily since the early 1990s.
New Fairview Live MLS Listings
Fairview Amenities and Attractions
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868 W 6TH Avenue in Vancouver: Fairview VW Townhouse for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2858654
868 W 6TH Avenue Vancouver V5Z 1A6 
$1,249,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2858654
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,245 sq. ft.
Welcome to Boxwood Green, brownstone-style hometown nestled among a tree-lined street in the vibrant neighborhood of Fairview. This contemporary home boasts over-height ceilings on the main level, chef's kitchen w/SS appliance and spacious living are that extends to the porch facing the guest courtyard. The 2nd level presents two bedrooms overlooking green spaces. Plenty of outdoor space w/over 350 sqft between the entry porch and private rooftop terrace is perfect for entertaining guests. The basement offers a storage room and direct access to your private 2 car garage. Fairview Slope offers an abundance of convenience with Cambie & Broadway shops, Whole Foods, restaurants, Olympic Skytrain Station, transit lines, Charleson Dog Park, False Creek Seawall and moments to downtown. More detailsListed by Homeland Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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107 995 W 7TH Avenue in Vancouver: Fairview VW Townhouse for sale in "OAKVIEW PLACE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2872036
107 995 W 7TH Avenue Vancouver V5Z 1C4
$1,210,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2872036
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,235 sq. ft.
Welcome to this beautifully upgraded residence which embodies the essence of contemporary luxury living. Its refined transformation features upscale laminate flooring, heated floor tiles, quartz countertops, and high end appliances. The home’s allure has been further enhanced with customized California closets, pot lights throughout, and extra storage in the kitchen seating. The well thought out floorplan places 2 beds and 2 baths on the main level, while the second floor boasts a spacious living area, large kitchen, and dining space. Enjoy outdoor moments on two patios, one overlooking the courtyard and the other offering stunning views of the Vancouver city skyline, Burrard Inlet, and North Shore mountains. This pet and rental-friendly residence also includes 2 parking stalls. More detailsListed by Century 21 In Town Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5B 1568 W 12TH Avenue in Vancouver: Fairview VW Condo for sale in "The Shaughnessy" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2858699
5B 1568 W 12TH Avenue Vancouver V6J 2E1
$1,200,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2858699
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,381 sq. ft.
Cosmopolitan lifestyle on your doorstep in the heart of beautiful South Granville! Enjoy the exceptional shops, restaurants, theatre and cafes! Corner unit, facing West, North & South. Spacious rooms. Open plan kitchen, living & dining rooms. Kitchen island with wine fridge and built-in wine rack. 2 bedrooms PLUS spacious den. 2 baths, both with walk-in showers. Large primary bedroom with bay windows, walk-in closet, ensuite & balcony. Enjoy privacy and security with private elevator entrance into the suite. In-suite laundry. 2 parking spots in secure garage under building. Some photos virtually staged. More detailsListed by Nexus Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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304 1690 W 8TH Avenue in Vancouver: Fairview VW Condo for sale in "MUSEE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2864378
304 1690 W 8TH Avenue Vancouver V6J 0B1
$1,188,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2864378
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,033 sq. ft.
Experience luxury living at "MUSEE" in Vancouver's prestigious Fairview community! this bright 1033 sq ft 2 beds 2 bath, den and office home feature hardwood floors and floor to ceiling windows showcasing city and peek a boo mountain views. the open concept living and dining area includes electric fireplace and access to both patios, Upgrades include newer carpets, washer/dryer, and cupboards. Step from Kits beach, Granville island and south Granville shopping More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1003 2628 ASH Street in Vancouver: Fairview VW Condo for sale in "Cambridge Gardens" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2854818
1003 2628 ASH Street Vancouver V5Z 4L2
$1,169,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2854818
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,267 sq. ft.
Welcome to Cambridge Gardens, in the heart of Fairview! This cozy 2-bed, 2-bath, den, family room & nook corner unit offers nearly 1300 sf of living space with stunning North OCEAN & CITYVIEWS & updated flooring & paint. You’ll have peace of mind knowing the strata has recent upgrades including elevator replacement (2015), re-piping (2013) & Boilers(2017). Cambridge Gardens sits on nearly 2 acres w/private courtyard, guest suite, indoor pool & is situated across VGH hospital, steps to Broadway Line, City Square Mall, and City Hall – it’s true city living! Enjoy resort-style amenities, two side by side parking stalls, and a storage locker. PET-FRIENDLY. Call today! Open House Sunday April 7th, 1-3pm More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty (Abbotsford) and Royal LePage Sussex - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
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