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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1701 1365 DAVIE Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "Mirabel" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2871018
1701 1365 DAVIE Street Vancouver V6E 1N5 
$3,699,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2871018
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,117 sq. ft.
Mirabel is positioned to take advantage of the stunning ocean views and incredible sunsets of English Bay. The sub- penthouse features two oversized balconies, offering 400 sqft of outdoor living space. This expansive home spans a full half floor and offers 3 bedrooms all with ensuite baths and two living areas. North, east and west exposure with 180° views of downtown, the North Shore Mountains, Stanley Park and English Bay. A sophisticated, neutral and timeless palette by Alda Pereira. The kitchen features cabinets by Armony Cucine and is equipped with Wolf, Sub Zero and Bosch appliances. Additional features include: spa bathrooms with Brizzo and Duravit fixtures and two side x side parking. Walking distance to English Bay, Stanley Park and Everything downtown has to offer. GST included. More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1302 1568 ALBERNI Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2855863
1302 1568 ALBERNI Street Vancouver V6G 0E3
$3,650,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2855863
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,327 sq. ft.
1568 Alberni by WESTBANK, A cutting edge architectural masterpiece is designed by world famous Japanese architect Kengo Kuma. This landmark building in the heart of Downtown Vancouver in Canada. This northeast Corner unit features 2bd+2bath, spacious living room, open concept kitchen with great feature wall. The unit has its own 2 large private Japanese garden on the balcony. Floor to ceiling windows brings abundance of natural lights into the unit. The building has the most luxurious amenities, top wine tasting room, music room, gym, sauna and indoor swimming pool & hot tub. Enjoy live piano performances monthly. Quick access to restaurants, Stanley Park, Coal Harbour and very best of Downtown Vancouver at your doorsteps. Book a showing now. Quick possession possible. More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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24 1386 NICOLA Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "KENSINGTON PLACE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2870185
24 1386 NICOLA Street Vancouver V6G 2G2
$3,498,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2870185
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,982 sq. ft.
Nestled at the intersection of Beach Ave & Nicola St, Kensington Place stands as Vancouver's quintessential Heritage gem. This exquisite home retains the allure of its 1910 origins, boasting 2 fireplaces, hardwood floors, and intricate mouldings. Over the years, it's been meticulously updated to embody modern sophistication, offering 3,000 sq ft of living space with 2 bedrooms, an office, and 3 bathrooms. Its expansive formal rooms cater to grand entertaining, while potential exists to expand with 2 additional bedrooms and a bathroom. A gourmet chef's kitchen, in-suite laundry, 2 underground parking spots, and ample storage add practicality. Situated in English Bay, mere steps from the shore, this residence is a peerless opportunity at $1,173 per sq ft. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Masters Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3502 1568 ALBERNI Street in Vancouver: West End VW Condo for sale in "1550 Alberni" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2853526
3502 1568 ALBERNI Street Vancouver V6G 0E3
$3,398,980Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2853526
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,203 sq. ft.
Alberni by Westbank, designed by renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kurna, is slated to be one of the most prestigious residential buildings in Downtown Vancouver . The 43-story tower is carved by two emphatic scoops that form deep balconies furnished in wood, Zen Gardens, & Private Japanese soaking tub . Interiors include Custom Maple Wood Feature wall as panels that run the entire length of the kitchen with Miele Appliances Package, European Limestone Bathroom Wall, triple glazed windows with motorized window coverings . The unit has stunning NE Exposure with 219sf of private outdoor space overlooking Coal Habour Ocean and Mountain view . The building includes world Class amenities: 3000sf Fitness Room, Listening room, 25M Indoor Heated Pool & Hot Tub, Sauna, 24hr Concierge, and Wine Room More detailsListed by 1NE Collective Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1511 BARCLAY Street in Vancouver: West End VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2862741
1511 BARCLAY Street Vancouver V6G 1J8
$3,250,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2862741
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,542 sq. ft.
Rarely available renovated single family home on a large 4,329 sq. ft. lot in prime peaceful Downtown Vancouver West End gives you the rare opportunity to buy PRIME downtown real estate at a discount with the freedom to either redevelop the property as a multi family building at 1.5 fsr WITHOUT rezoning or single family home or hold for massive potential future appreciation. With recent renovations including a BRAND NEW roof and an updated kitchen, this four bedroom, three full bathroom home on an OVERSIZED lot on tree lined quiet, though centrally located Barclay Street allows you to either hold and wait for future redevelopment, or take advantage of the ability to build up to 6,560 sq. ft. by taking advantage of the 1.5 FSR allowable. Redevelopment plans for 4,300 sq. ft. home are available. Call today! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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