Main Street Vancouver
Main Street Dimensions
Main Street in Vancouver, British Columbia is a major north-south thoroughfare that bisects the city nearly equally between the westside neighbourhoods that extend to the University Endowment Lands on the ocean and the eastside limits of Boundary Road, which marks where the the City of Burnaby begins. From north to south Main Street crosses the Vancouver neighbourhoods of Downtown Eastside, Chinatown, Strathcona, Mount Pleasant, Riley Park, and Sunset. Major east-west intersections with Main Street from north to south are Cordova Street, Hastings Street, Georgia Viaduct, Terminal Avenue, Broadway, 12th Avenue, King Edward Avenue, 33rd Avenue, 41st Avenue, 49th Avenue, and Southeast Marine Drive.
From Waterfront Road where it begins by the Burrard Inlet, Main Street runs southward all the way to Kent Avenue, where it ends by the Fraser River, Vancouver’s southern limit. En route, the street runs through Chinatown below Hastings Street, continues past the Pacific Central railway and the Main Street/Science World SkyTrain stations, and at Terminal Avenue ascends into the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood, a residential/commercial mixture that continues south of Broadway with numerous restaurants and some fashion retail. Property values in Mount Pleasant, once working-class, are definitely on the rise.
Between 33rd and 41st avenues Main becomes more residential in its ascent to high ground. In the Sunset neighbourhood south of 41st Avenue, the street acquires an Indo-Canadian character. The Punjabi Market district begins just north of 49th Avenue, south of which the street again becomes almost entirely residential. At Main Street’s intersection with Marine Drive in South Vancouver, it becomes big-box commercial with a Real Canadian superstore and a miscellaneous mix of low-rise office space, manufacturing, and warehousing.
History
On the north end, Main Street is just west of the historic site of Hastings Mill, the area around which Granville, the earlier settlement that later became Vancouver, grew. Main and Hastings mark the former centre of downtown Vancouver with the old central public library (now Carnegie Centre) and the old City Hall. The intersection is now a local catchword for the drug abuse, homelessness, poverty, and prostitution once endemic in Downtown Eastside.
Originally Main Street was Westminster Avenue as it connected at East 7th Avenue to New Westminster Road, now Kingsway. Local merchants arranged to change the name in 1910 to what they thought would bestow a more cosmopolitan character to their neighbourhood. At one time, Main Street had a bascule bridge over False Creek, which then flowed to Clark Drive over a mile farther east. During the First World War, the Great Northern and the Canadian Northern Pacific railroads filled in and reclaimed that land for use, removed the bridge, and reconnected the previously bridged Main Street segments.
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Revitalization Chic
A recent Seattle Times article describes Vancouver’s mid-city Main Street as “certifiably hip” though a place “where women of a certain profession once worked the street corners in stilettos” but where now “explosive growth in the city” and relatively “cheap rent in this Mount Pleasant neighborhood in Southeast Vancouver” have brought in many “new boutiques, novelty shops and fancy restaurants.” According to the article, “Main Street was crime-infested 20 years ago, but that just meant cheap rent to starving artists and Asian immigrants who were looking for studio and restaurant space. They led the revitalization.”
The article concludes that “For all the concerns of gentrification, Main Street appears unremarkable with its worn storefront signs with missing letters and storefronts in need of a new coat of paint. They just all seem to blend into this street’s gritty roots and who-cares-what-outsiders-think attitude.”
New Main Street Live MLS Listings
Main Street Vancouver
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297 E 46TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2483429
297 E 46TH Avenue Vancouver V5W 1Z5 
$3,198,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2483429
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,456 sq. ft.
Step inside this beautiful modern custom built home! First time on the market, this 6 Bedroom / 5 Bathroom with Lane-way plus legal suite, features over 4000 sqft of living space, with an entertainers dream layout. Custom feature wall greets you as you step into the bright & beautiful living room. Floating staircase & cleverly tucked away powder room take you into the chefs inspired kitchen with integrated Bosch S/S appliances. Over sized island and accordion doors that open to the backyard will have your family and friends enjoying all this home has to offer. Sit and relax by the water feature, practice your swing on your personal putting green or sneak away to the private roof top patio. Everything about this home will have rethinking the word stay-cation! Book your private showing today! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5078 MAIN Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2475839
5078 MAIN Street Vancouver V5W 2R3
$2,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2475839
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,357 sq. ft.
BUILDING LOT ZONED FOR A RENTAL/ RESIDENTIAL BUILDING. More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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161 E 26TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2500003
161 E 26TH Avenue Vancouver V5V 2G8
$2,429,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2500003
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,318 sq. ft.
Tucked discreetly West of Main this house is truly a treat. Completely renovated in 2018, this home was beautifully transformed keeping “eco-friendly” in mind. Main floor is gorgeous w/ help from Gillian Segal Designs, it offers a huge entertainers kitchen w/ a sophisticated palette. A formal dining space joins the kitchen w/ a huge wrap around peninsula w/ seating for 10. The back of the home offers a quiet get away w/ a lovely & large living room that connects to the outdoors. The floor is complete w/ a full bath, excellent laundry & storage. Upper floor offers 3 beds & a stunning family bath. Peek a boo mountain views from living room, back deck & upstairs. Lwr level had been converted to allow for family space & a separate suite area if one desires. Must be viewed to truly appreciate More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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7 E 21ST Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2499505
7 E 21ST Avenue Vancouver V5V 1P6
$2,298,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2499505
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,492 sq. ft.
Great street appeal is this yellow character house, sitting up high near the corner of Ontario and E 21st Avenue. Exceptional home raised and rebuilt from the studs in 2013 with modern convenience and still keeps old charms like the front porch, original wood flooring, high ceiling, and leaded windows. You will fall in love with the front and back garden completely redone in 2016 with new gates, a storage shed, and a paved parking area. One legal one-bedroom garden suite for income is next to the main level's additional accommodation of one bedroom and a recreation room with a full bath. Loads of natural light throughout, and very open and entertainment friendly indoor and outdoor. Future development includes permits to add a single garage and an additional upper floor for the Master. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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62 E 21ST Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2490638
62 E 21ST Avenue Vancouver V5V 1P5
$2,190,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2490638
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,755 sq. ft.
1940 bungalow on Sunny South lot offers a load of potential. Hardwood floors, cove ceilings, and cozy wood-burning fireplace are some of the original features. Reno was done in 2009 incl kitchen, appliances, heated floors in the kitchen and bathroom. Roof and windows in 2006. Private south facing garden. This neighborhood offers great parks, shops, and restaurants all within walking distance. Charming home on a quiet tree-lined street where you can settle in and become part of the community. More detailsListed by Homeland Realty - Aedis Realty
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177 E 27TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale in "Main St." (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2497438
177 E 27TH Avenue Vancouver V5V 2K5
$1,998,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2497438
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,064 sq. ft.
Located West of Main St. in one of the city’s best neighbourhoods, this spectacular 3-storey family home offers 4-beds, 3-baths, PLUS a 2-bed, 1-bath legal suite w/ in-suite laundry. The open concept main floor is bright, functional, & perfect for entertaining, w/ tonnes of natural light, a kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, & gorgeous living & dining areas. The top floor features a master suite w/ skylights & adjacent large living area leading out to a balcony w/ mountain views. Includes a private fenced yard & detached single car garage. Just steps from the shops, services, & amenities of Main St. and Mount Pleasant, w/ easy access to parks, recreation, schools, and rapid transit. SNEAK PEEK: Thurs. Sep. 17 @ 5-6pm (BY APPOINTMENT). OPEN HOUSE: Sat. Sep. 19 @ 2-4pm (BY APPOINTMENT) More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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459 E 28TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2496226
459 E 28TH Avenue Vancouver V5V 2N2
$1,899,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2496226
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,944 sq. ft.
Best Main Street N'hood location. Rarely avail 34 x 149 ft lot just 3 blocks east of main. 1 owner house and 1st time on the market. Vancouver Special perched up on high side of the street. Well maintained by original family with 2 separate suites. Ideal for those looking to buy to renovate or build on this oversized 5100 sq ft RS1 zoned lot. Viewings are all by appt only w strict Covid Protocols in effect. This one is special. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Andrew Hasman - Aedis Realty
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142 E 42ND Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2484919
142 E 42ND Avenue Vancouver V5W 1S6
$1,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2484919
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 2,247 sq. ft.
Great Revenue Property located in west of Main neighbourhood. You have to see to believe its great income potential. Ideal to accommodate family living on the spacious main floor with 3 bedrooms (includes 1 ensuite). Amazing ground level has 3 separate tastefully renovated and fully furnished income suites (all separate entrances), including: 3 bedroom suite w/1 ensuite, 2 bedroom suite, and one studio/bachelor suite (Great mortgage helper!). Central location, just steps to Main St. & 41st Ave transit lines taking you to downtown, UBC, Metrotown. Walking distance to Oakridge Shopping Centre, Canada Line Skytrain, Queen Elizabeth Park, Langara College. School catchment: William Van Horne Elementary School (1 blk away) & Eric Hamber Secondary School. Don't miss this rare opportunity!! More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
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3432 SOPHIA Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2497178
3432 SOPHIA Street Vancouver V5V 3T6
$1,879,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2497178
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,887 sq. ft.
Tucked just East of Main, this extra big & extra charming century home has been lovingly maintained & updated. Greeted w/ a classic covered verandah porch, you enter this home & instantly appreciate the historic feel. Glass door entry, traditional LR & DR's connected by functioning pocket doors & a pretty stained glass window. Kitchen is timeless & updated, w/ white shaker cabinets, honed granite counters & brand new s/s appliances. The cozy eating nook connects to a newly built sundeck. Up boasts 2 large bdrms w/ generous closets, a beautifully updated spa bath plus a bonus open office/den. Travel up to a lovely finished attic for a huge 3rd bdrm w/ vaulted ceilings, skylights & exposed beams. 1 bed suite, loads of storage & a BONUS separate office too! Visit Realtors website for more! More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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238 E 28TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2497227
238 E 28TH Avenue Vancouver V5V 2M4
$1,855,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2497227
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,951 sq. ft.
Charming and lovingly cared for Craftsman style home just off the popular Main Street Strip. In-laid oak & fir floors, wood burning fireplace, cove ceilings & nicely renovated bath with heated floors. Spacious eat-in kitchen with S/S appliances & French doors to a covered two tiered deck. 189sqft finished attic with pull down stairs is ideal for storage. Many updates over the years, bathrooms, kitchen, Laundry on the Main, furnace, h/w tank & drain tile and a fabulous full height 2 bedroom garden suite with insuite laundry, a great mortgage helper. Single garage/studio with remote door is fully insulated and heated, ideal for home office or workshop. Open House by appointment Sunday Sept. 20th 1-3pm. Social distancing & Covid protocols in effect. More detailsListed by Dexter Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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