West End May Take Off Again
West End Location
The West End neighbourhood of the Canadian City of Vancouver in British Columbia is the area from Burrard Street west to Stanley Park at the extremity of the downtown peninsula and from West Georgia Street south to False Creek and English Bay. Adjacent neighbourhoods are Downtown east of Burrard Street and Coal Harbor north of Georgia.
History
The first area land purchasers planned in 1862 to mine for porcelain clays and establish a brickworks, but the local clay was unsuitable for that purpose. With the arrival of the Canadian Pacific Railway, however, the West End soon became Vancouver’s first wealthy neighbourhood of rich railroad families along Georgia Street. As the city grew, the West End became a transitory place for new arrivals from elsewhere in Canada, the United Kingdom, and later other countries, establishing a neighbourhood history and tradition of diversity.
The rich moved on to Shaughnessy and other neighbourhoods early in the 20th century as new development brought in a more middle-class, transient population. Mansions converted to rooming houses, low-rise apartments appeared, and shops sprang up along the streetcar lines on Davie, Denman, and Robson streets. Following the Second World War, a significant German business community took root along Robson Street, “Robsonstrasse” in marketing parlance. The West End’s skyline soared in the ‘
60s and early ’70s, when developers built 220 high-rise apartments in 13 years.
Information Links:
http://westendbia.com/
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/west-end.aspx
http://westendcc.ca
http://vancouver.ca/files/cov/west-end-community-plan-2013-nov.pdf
Demographics
In 2001 the densely populated West End had 42,120 residents, 12 percent of whom were single-parent families compared to 17 percent for the entire city. The census population was 44,543 in 2011, a small decline from 44,556 in 2006. From 1971 to 2011, West End population increased by 19 percent as city overall population increased by 42 percent. At 48 percent, the 20–39 age group is the largest at a proportion much higher than that for the city overall, 34 percent. The neighbourhood has two elementary schools and a high school.
Amenities and Attractions
Parks and beaches are abundant around and throughout the West End. English Bay Beach is thronged during the annual summer Celebration of Light fireworks display. Stanley Park with 1,000 mostly forested acres is one of North America’s largest urban parks. Entirely encircled by the Seawall, a paved path that begins Downtown and follows the coast around Stanley Park through the West End and around False Creek to Granville Island for rollerblading, cycling, jogging, or pleasant walking, the park also has many miles of inland trails crisscrossing in every direction. The Vancouver Aquarium and a miniature railway attract many of Stanley Park’s 8 million annual visitors. At the northern end of the Park, Prospect Point provides spectacular vistas of the Lions Gate Bridge to the North Shore of the Burrard Inlet.
Another West End Real Estate Boom?
According to the Colliers Spring 2014 LandShare Report on rezoning and development applications in Metro Vancouver, a new community plan has raised development potential in the West End neighbourhood, which may be on the verge of a dramatic expansion of real estate density. The report points to recent purchases of two properties as the first of many probable high-value West End transactions since the community plan relaxed density restrictions in the Georgia Street corridor to permit maximum heights of 500 feet.
New West End Live MLS Listings
West End May Take Off Again
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5201 1128 W GEORGIA Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "Shangri-La Estates" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2800806
5201 1128 W GEORGIA Street Vancouver V6E 0A8 
$4,488,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2800806
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,569 sq. ft.
This Private Residence at the Shangri La Hotel in Vancouver sits majestically 52 floors above the city below and defines the ultimate sophisticated lifestyle, ideally situated in the heart of Vancouver’s newest Luxury Zone and just steps to the city’s most select restaurants and most exclusive international boutiques. Enjoy large entertainment size principal rooms all on one expansive level. Exquisite design, master craftsmanship and luxurious finishes blend seamlessly to create an international masterpiece while embracing the security and convenience of today’s most up-to-date technology. Many additional features include floor to ceiling windows with power shades throughout, air conditioning, The hotel enjoys 24 hour on site concierge, Valet drop-off, a resort style swimming pool and spa. More detailsListed by Angell, Hasman & Associates (Malcolm Hasman) Realty Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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2702 1568 ALBERNI Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "Nelson on Foster" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2844385
2702 1568 ALBERNI Street Vancouver V6G 1A5
$4,299,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2844385
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,221 sq. ft.
Introducing Alberni by Westbank, an awe-inspiring architectural masterpiece envisioned by Kengo Kuma and situated in the highly coveted Coal Harbour area. Enjoy unparalleled convenience with Robson St Shopping, the stunning waterfront seawall, Stanley Park, and YVR's very first Michelin Star restaurant all just steps away. Immerse yourself in luxury with our exquisite 2-BR suite that boasts close to 1221 sqft of interiors and over 300 sqft of outdoor balcony space, offering breathtaking views from every room. This exclusive NE-corner suite also features its own Japanese zen garden, insuite storage, additional storage downstairs, parking, insuite laundry, and top-of-the-line Kengo Kuma interior design finishings including Kohler fixtures, Miele appliances, and quartz countertops. More detailsListed by LDG Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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401 1515 ALBERNI Street in Vancouver: West End VW Townhouse for sale in "FifteenFifteen" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2841615
401 1515 ALBERNI Street Vancouver V6G 2Z6
$4,198,800Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2841615
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,768 sq. ft.
Fifteen Fifteen by Ole Scheeren, brought to life by Bosa Properties and Kingswood Properties introduces horizontality to an urban tower with homes integrated into the extraordinary landscapes of Vancouver. Residents’ every need is carefully considered in welcoming spaces and five-star services. Amenities include a Sky Lounge with 270-degree views, Wellness Centre, 24-hour concierge, and Auto Lobby with valet service. With over 65 unique floorplans, Ole Scheeren crafted each residence to maximize space and light while maintaining privacy and security. This two level 3 bedroom offers 1768 sqft of indoor and up to 250 sqft outdoor living with a courtyard plaza exposure. Enjoy a seamless living experience with a fully automated home system by Bang & Olufsen, premium Miele appliances, Dada cabinetry by Molteni Group, and fixtures by Dornbracht. More detailsListed by Bosa Properties Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1402 1568 ALBERNI Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2837044
1402 1568 ALBERNI Street Vancouver V6G 0E3
$3,999,999Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2837044
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,261 sq. ft.
This best high-rise condo building in downtown Vancouver West is designed by the world-renowned Japanese master architect Kengo Kuma.The amenities of the building include a Kengo Kuma-designed Fazioli piano, an expansive moss garden, an 25m indoor swimming pool and hot tub, a Listening Lounge, a gym, a wine room with personal wine storage, and a Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant. This northwest-facing unit has two outdoor balconies with a total area of 729 sq.ft, an outdoor hot tub, and a small Japanese flower garden, combined with an ultimate view of ocean, Stanley Park, and north-shore mountains. The 1261 sq.ft. living space features curved wood feature wall, Miele appliances, floor to floor-to-ceiling windows,remote-controlled window curtain, and hardwood floor. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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1901 1171 JERVIS Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "THE JERVIS" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2844714
1901 1171 JERVIS Street Vancouver V6E 0C9
$3,995,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2844714
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,342 sq. ft.
THE JERVIS PENTHOUSE. Luxury boutique building by Intracorp. This exquisite Penthouse offers breathtaking views of English Bay, Northshore Mountains & City Skyline. PH1901 is 2342 sf with 1142 sf of outdoor space totalling 3484 sf of combined living. The principal rooms are designed with an open concept to maximize views - perfect for house sized furniture & large feature walls for art. The kitchen is appointed with Italian TLK cabinetry/Bianco Statuario marble/Gaggenau appliances. The magnificent primary bedroom features a large walkin closet w' Kiko Home Elements cabinetry & a spa like ensuite clad with white marble & fitted w' Flaminia,Duravit & Gessi fixtures. PRIVATE 2 car garage. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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