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:
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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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40 E 48TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2098196
$5,290,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2098196
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,244 sq. ft.
Very high end home, must see to appreciate. No mdf used in the house, everything is wood. Central location close to transit, shopping, schools & restaurants. Rough in available to construct a second kitchen on main floor. Great to hold as an investment, owner willing to rent back. 750 sq ft lane way house with a two car garage in the rear. More detailsListed by Amex Broadway West Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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345 E 46TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2375375
$3,200,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2375375
- Bedrooms:
- 10
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,170 sq. ft.
IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A CENTRAL LOCATION IN MAIN AND FRASER AREA THIS IS IT! A 3 LEVEL + 2 BED COACH HOME + laneway sits on a HUGE 6000+SQFT lot & ready to move in! TOP FLOOR: a luxury master bedroom with walk in closet + Spa like En suite, A Second Master, and 2 Generously sized rooms! MAIN FLOOR: Open a living room with a Kitchen + WOK KITCHEN great for entertaining! + a private side for a dining room and family room. There's also large patio area fantastic for summer time grilling BASEMENT: HUGE HOME THEATER WITH A BACHELOR + 2 BED SUITE. This home is finished high end through out, Outstanding quality, Truly a Dream home! Shopping, Public Transit, Restaurants all at the whims of your finger tips! Come Check it out and DON'T MISS OUT! More detailsListed by Sutton Premier Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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303 E 40TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2412239
$2,899,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2412239
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 2,440 sq. ft.
Rare Opportunity - CUSTOM 2 Storey with Legal Basement Suite - Build by Vandwell Developments, a local developer with a keen eye for detail and quality in the heart of Vancouver. Open main floor layout with built-in seating in the dining room, built-in wall cabinets, a chef's kitchen with luxe appliances, stunning tile, quartz counters, island, a feature herringbone wood wall in the living room with hidden powder room and floor to ceiling windows. Upper level houses all three bedrooms with a dream master retreat, tons of storage and natural light. Basement media room belongs to the main residence and a completely separate suite is accessed by separate entry. Double detached garage and professional landscape complete this one-of-kind home. School Catchment: Sir William Van Horne Elementary + John Oliver Secondary More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4468 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2393064
$2,899,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2393064
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 2,961 sq. ft.
Proudly built by Picket Fence Homes! This beautiful home situated in Riley park is a pleasure to show. This stunning custom 5 bdrm Home & Laneway is built to please even the most discerning of buyers. Step inside to find an open concept living space, over-height ceilings, massive chef's kitchen, beautiful feature fireplace, & modern wide plank engineered hardwood floors throughout. Upstairs you will find 3 very generous sized bedrooms with vaulted ceilings & custom closets. Skylights in the hallway allows for natural light to pour in. The lower level has large rec room with 2 extra bedrooms & a full bathroom. The laneway features a very well thought out 1 bedroom loft style space. General Wolfe & Eric Hamber School Catchment. Enjoy all of what trendy Main & Cambie Street has to offer! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select 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®# R2418170
$2,798,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2418170
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,526 sq. ft.
Gorgeous Multiunit home reno’d custom standards 2012, w Massive Rev West-of-Main Hillcrest Area. Re-built from foundation, engineered framing each floor, roof, decks/porches, rainscreen siding; new drainage, plumbing, electrical 200 amps, floors, insulation, drywall, soundproof, windows, skylights. New Kitchens, Baths. Interiors to New Home cond, granite counters, top appliances, laund each unit, sep meters. Fenced yard, quiet str, steps to Main, Cambie shops, restaurants, blks to Hillcrest, Queen E Park, Canada Line, mins to DT. Inc $105,500/yr w upside, tenants pay utils. Special, unique property, Investors, Owner Occupiers, Ext Families. Shows by Appt, Mon-Sat, noon-5 PM w 2 day notice. Showing Tues Nov 26 4:00pm gone by 4:45 PM by Appt Only. Call LS if you wish to attend & for details. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3468 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale in "Main/Cambie" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2403372
$2,688,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2403372
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,326 sq. ft.
Big West of Main house w/3 suites generating over $65k per year with great tenants. Top floor suite offers 2 ample bedrooms & large deck w/views. Over-height ceilings & character charm throughout the 2 bdrm & den suite on the main floor. Basement suite offers a generous and bright 2 bed suite. Shared laundry on the main floor. Plenty of open parking at the rear & garage rents out m2m generating even more revenue. Large 49.5 x 100' RS-7 lot in a fabulous location on the Ontario St. Bike Route. Live in one suite & rent out the rest, buy with some partners, hold as investment, restore to beautiful single family home, build a duplex- so many options...call today for your private showing! More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3262 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2422828
$2,599,998Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2422828
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,146 sq. ft.
West of Main St. Beautifully finished, spacious and extensively renovated home circa 1912. Charm of the period with modern convenience; stained glass windows, wainscotting, mouldings. Main floor offers; Stunning chef's kitchen with a full collection ofThermador appliances, Carrara marble counters and breakfast counter, dining and living rooms, den (or 4th bdrm), and powder room. Upper floor; 3 bdrms with 2 1/2 baths. Lower level is currently fully finished rec-room with wet bar, flex spaces (or 2 more bdrms), studio, 2 full bathrooms, and 2 separate entrances. Lower level could easily be used as nanny accommodation or rental. Mt Pleasant Park and Simon Fraser Elementary around the corner, steps to Cambie and Main Street shopping. Broadway, transit, and VGH in walking distance. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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268 E 48TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2420217
$2,498,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2420217
- Bedrooms:
- 10
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 3,870 sq. ft.
Excellent location at 48th Ave & Main St . Only steps to shopping, schools & transport. Functional floor plan & top quality materials & finishings. 10' & 9' ceilings. NO CARPETS. Main house has den & full bath on main floor. Top floor has 4 bdrms *& 3 full baths. basement has TWO 2 bdrms suites. laneway house has own laundry. All measurements taken from bldg plan are approx. Buyer must verify if important. Call for your private viewing. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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268 E 37TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2397153
$2,298,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2397153
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,515 sq. ft.
Character and charm with modern convenience and reliability.This home has been professionally upgraded by the present long term owners. Complete mechanical upgrades include new wiring, plumbing, heating systems as well as new roof gutters and special exterior coating. 3 legal suites with their own gas fire places, modern kitchens and in suite w/d are waiting to welcome you home. the lane way house has a lofted bed/lounge and a flex space with additional bed for guests . Each unit has its own private garden. The property can generate a healthy revenue for the future owner. Very quite street, and yet close to Q.E. park, Hillcrest pool and sports facilities, public transport and more. OPEN SUN DEC. 1, 12:30-4PM. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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174 E 48TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2412926
$2,238,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2412926
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 3,369 sq. ft.
Brand new 3 level house just completed in a very desirable location. Great quality in and out. Comes with all modern features, A/C, fully landscaped and all appliances. 4 bedrooms 3 bath on the top floor. Living, dining, family room and adjoining gourmet kitchen plus a guest room with full washroom on the main floor. Basement has 2/3 bedroom legal suite, plus a media room. 595 sq ft. laneway house. Short walking distance to Langara Collage, shopping, schools, Sunset community center, bus and Canada Line. . More detailsListed by Team 3000 Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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