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.
Information Links:
http://shopmain.ca
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/mount-pleasant.aspx http://www.hillcrestcentre.com/default.aspx#.U8mATlZRHnc http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/mount-pleasant-community-plan.aspx
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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3838 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale in "Cambie Main" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2579316
3838 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5V 3G3 
$5,629,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2579316
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 5,412 sq. ft.
Rarely is there a home as special as this one in Main. New construction that has been elevated to another level with reno and redesign by Keat & Co and Eyco. This spectacular property will exceed all expectations. With several living areas, top of the line oversized chefs kitchen and separate wok kitchen, private wings for kids/work spaces, flex spaces for media/workout, solar power, this home has it all. Don’t forget eclipse doors opening to your extremely private park like yard with hottub and distinctly separate out door spaces this home over delivers on ALL levels plus even a legal 2 bedroom suite. MUST be seen to be appreciated. View our video tour and check out more photos on the Realtors website. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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368 E 33RD Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2512169
368 E 33RD Avenue Vancouver V5V 2Z9
$3,770,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2512169
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 1,945 sq. ft.
Prime E 33rd and main location and couple blocks from QE park. This house and garage are built using highest quality materials (stainless steel, porcelain tiles, exterior fibreglass doors & windows, steel soundproofing interior doors) and technologies to achieve minimal maintenance & maximum esthetic appeal with superior space utilization blending architecturally classical & modern design. 8 radiant ceiling heating zones, 2 separate ventilation systems (heat recovery & make up air ventilation systems). Light weight steel roofing tiles, triple fiberglass windows using krypton gas, structural insulated panels, exterior walls, porcelain tiles on all floors and exterior walls with rain screen technology and lots more. Currently rented for more than $8000/month! Do not solicit or door knocking. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3890 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2578667
3890 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5V 3G3
$3,198,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2578667
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,314 sq. ft.
This gorgeous home sits on the corner of Ontario St & 23rd Ave, just a short walk to Main St, Hillcrest Community Centre, & QE Park! The house was thoroughly renovated to studs in 2019 with an additional floor added. The build quality is exceptional. It offers a practical layout to deliver a home that truly ticks off all the boxes. 3 beds & 2 baths upstairs for an ideal family set-up. The basement offers a rec room, home office, laundry room, mud room, & an additional bathroom. On the main floor is a stunning kitchen that is highlighted with a window overlooking the backyard, striking custom walnut cabinetry, pure white Caeserstone counters, & an oversized eclipse folding door that opens up to bring the outdoors in. A spacious living & dining area that is great for entertaining & comfortably accommodates larger furniture. Additional highlights include radiant heating, A/C, Cat6 networking, 4K cameras & Nest for security, Lutron remote lighting, white oak hardwood, detached workshop/office, & a parking pad. More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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108 E 42ND Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2553407
108 E 42ND Avenue Vancouver V5W 1S6
$2,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2553407
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,007 sq. ft.
Built to exceptional standards with exquisite attention to details... Custom built w/ refined workmanship & only the best in finishing materials. Interior featuring granite counters thru/out, high end appl's, timeless chandeliers, ERV systems, A/C, radiant heating, security alarm w/cameras,... Chef's kitchen w/elegant cabinets. Master ensuite w/ luxurious five star hotel design. Exterior features Pink Wood advantage/AirRenew Essential Drywall/Pacific Smartwall advantage. A separate legal 2 bdrm suite is ideal for growing family with space for inlaws, nanny or mortgage helper. Centrally located, just blocks to school, public trans, shopping center, restaurants, banks and more. All views by appt only. More detailsListed by Interlink Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4546 QUEBEC Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2574989
4546 QUEBEC Street Vancouver V5V 3L9
$2,910,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2574989
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,526 sq. ft.
Amazing multi-unit house on blossom lined Quebec street in the heart of Riley Park. House was extensively renovated in 2012. Approximate gross annual income of $111,000. Great investment property or for an owner to occupy one or several suites. Floorplan could easily be converted to single family home with ground level suite. A short Stroll to Main Street, Hillcrest Community Centre and Riley & Queen Elizabeth Parks. Great condition, exceptional revenue & phenomenal location. Tenanted - can be shown Wednesdays 12-2pm or Saturdays 2-4pm. More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5670 SOPHIA Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2514843
5670 SOPHIA Street Vancouver V5W 1N2
$2,900,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2514843
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,300 sq. ft.
AMAZING 2,300 sq ft Vancouver Special w/500 sq ft deck! The Best Vancouver Real Estate has to offer in British Columbia. 15 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER, Stanley Park, Yaletown, Gastown and more! Perfect location for Metro Vancouver BC Canada on the West Coast. Steps to TRENDY MAIN STREET neighbourhood, shops & restaurants. This is a Gem sitting on a CORNER LOT! 4 bdrms main flr & huge bottom suite w/ 4 bdrms, kitchen. Come enjoy the Pacific Ocean & the beautiful Rocky Mountains that Greater Vancouver BC real estate market has to offer! More detailsListed by RA Realty Alliance Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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319 E 38TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2578422
319 E 38TH Avenue Vancouver V5W 1H5
$2,899,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2578422
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,376 sq. ft.
This spectacular full renovation offers a totally reimagined Vancouver Special floor plan, w/ 4 bedrooms & living room up, & a large open floor plan w/ office on the main! The ground floor features a very spacious layout, massive kitchen w/ high-end appliances (Miele/Bluestar/Liebherr), lrg patio & backyard, home office, additional bathroom, all surrounding a beautiful custom oak staircase. There is an abundance of storage throughout the home, all done w/ custom fir millwork. Efficient upstairs plan offers 4 beds, 3 baths, an additional living room, & mountain views. Additional highlights include architectural lighting throughout, Miele W/D, Ring video security, in-floor radiant heat, and a detached 2 car garage. Hillcrest Community Centre, Main St shops, & QE Park are all just steps away. This home has to be seen to be fully appreciated! More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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21 E 17TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2561564
21 E 17TH Avenue Vancouver V5V 1A1
$2,898,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2561564
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,715 sq. ft.
Situated in one of Van's BEST neighbourhoods, this WEST OF MAIN beauty is FUNKY & FABULOUS. Full of CHARACTER and CHARM, the well loved home has exposed brick, stained glass windows, built-in cabinetry, wainscoting, vaulted ceilings, fir floors, a real wood-burning fireplace + all of the modern conveniences. Well laid out & perfectly designed for FAMILY LIVING, the main floor has a nice flow w/walkout to a large patio, up are 3BDRMS + loft. The 1BDRM lock-off below is accessed from inside or out, can be extra space, a nanny suite or excellent income generator . Step outside to a beautiful garden w/2 car garage, a great community, & a hood full of cool shops, parks, restaurants, & café’s. Showings by appointment only, please call or txt for viewing schedule. More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5870 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2569154
5870 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5W 2L9
$2,799,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2569154
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,676 sq. ft.
From the moment you enter the high ceiling living room with fireplace you will be very impressed by the tasteful superb renovations on this rare 4 level 3676 Sqft character residence of distinction, situated on a 33x120 ft sun-drenched corner lot. Adjoining the living room is a spacious separate dining room with wainscotting and ceiling mouldings. Highlighting the main floor is the renovated kitchen with a centre island and adjacent cozy seating area. French doors off the kitchen lead to an inviting patio. The 3rd level includes 3 bedrooms, renovated washroom and a convenient laundry. The 4th level is perfect for a primary bedroom with renovated washroom plus adjacent vaulted living room. Reduce those mortgage payments with the basement self-contained 2 bedroom suite with its own laundry. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3538 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2558064
3538 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5V 3E9
$2,399,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2558064
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,880 sq. ft.
!!! MUST SEE !!! UPDATED TWO LEVELS COZY VANCOUVER SPECIAL STYLE HOUSE WITH 4 BEDROOMS, 3 FULL BATHS, 2-CAR GARAGE PLUS LARGE BACK-PORT FOR MORE PARKINGS. LOCATED IN THE HERAT OF WEST MAIN AREA. GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD TO RAISE YOUR FAMILY. WALK OR BIKE TO SCHOOLS, PARKS, HILLCREST INDOOR POOL, ICE RING, GYM, BUS, CANADA LINE, POPULAR RESTAURANTS, SHOPS AND MUCH MUCH MORE ON MAIN AND CAMBIE STREETS.. ***SHOWING BY APPOINTMENT ONLY WITH MIN. 24HRS NOTICE*** MUST SIGN COVID-19 FORM PRIOR ENTRY AND MUST WEAR MASK. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty Premier - Aedis Realty
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