Hastings-East/Sunrise, not East Village
The Neighbourhood Generally
Hastings–East/Sunrise is a neighbourhood on the Burrard Inlet in the northeastern corner of the Canadian City of Vancouver, British Columbia. The name “Hastings” commemorates the visit of Royal Navy Rear Admiral George Fowler Hastings in 1869. Hastings-East/Sunrise, three miles east of Downtown Vancouver, is one of the oldest city neighbourhoods. Its residents are mostly working class; people of Chinese descent form an increasingly substantial and significant part of its ethnically diverse population.
Hastings–East/Sunrise is primarily residential with a dense strip of shops and services along East Hastings Street and in spots along Boundary Road, East Broadway, and Nanaimo Street, the neighborhood borders south of the inlet, and Renfrew Street. Residences are mostly detached single-family dwellings. There is ample parkland, and the land zoning between Hastings Street and the inlet is partially for light industrial use. Historically mostly working-class with many foreign-born residents, mostly Italian, lately the area has attracted young professionals and immigrants from Southeast Asia.
Historical Background
In 1863, the provincial government designated New Brighton, the name for Hastings–Sunrise at the time, as a future harbour city to complement New Westminster, then the provincial capital and the rail terminus city for Western Canada. Residents re-christened th area Hastings Townsite in 1869 in honour of Admiral Hastings. The first ferry service between Burrard Inlet and Victoria on Vancouver Island operated from Hastings, which became part of the City of Vancouver in 1911. By the 1920s, railroad yards and Port of Vancouver facilities occupied much of the waterfront with public access at New Brighton Park north of Hastings Park and the Pacific National Exhibition.
Economic Recovery
“Hastings-Sunrise basks in the area’s rebirth,” Straight.com, “Vancouver’s online source,” a free weekly news and entertainment newspaper, reported recently. “Slowly but surely, it seems, the sun is rising on Hastings-Sunrise, and “the surge of interest along and around East Hastings Street is remarkable.”
In fact, Hastings-Sunrise is in an economic recovery if not rebirth. Heritage homes along Trinity and Triumph streets draw homebuyers. The convenient location is within walking distance to Downtown, Chinatown, Gastown, Commercial Drive, and Trout Lake. The Trans-Canada Highway passes through from North Vancouver southward to Rupert Park and East Broadway at Boundary Road, eastward through Burnaby and Surrey, and onward across the continent. The neighborhood has two SkyTrain stations, seaplane terminals, bus routes, and bicycle trails.
Mindful of the neighbourhood’s remaining rough edges, however, some developers proceed cautiously. Hastings Sunrise Development Ltd pulled condos from the market to see whether conditions continue to improve. Millennium Group now sells small one-bedroom units in the 1500 block of East Hastings Street starting at $229,900. Past housing prices in Hastings-East/Sunrise have been lower than those in other areas around Vancouver, but, now that affordable homes are harder to find and new housing replaces aging stock, this neighbourhood is becoming fashionable and, of course, also more expensive.
An Unpopular Surprise Rebrand
In early 2012, the Hastings North Business Improvement Association decided to rename the neighbourhood’s 12 blocks of East Hastings Street as “The East Village.” The decision was arbitrary and autocratic with no notice or consultation with residents or other businesses, but the city permitted banners from lamp posts proclaiming the renaming. Most commentary considered the association’s action foolish, and the new name is not popular. “Hastings-East/Sunrise” evidently will remain the name of choice for the foreseeable future.
Information Links:
eastvillagevancouver.ca
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/sunrise.aspx
http://former.vancouver.ca/parks/cc/thunderbird/website/index.htm
http://vancouver.ca/docs/planning/sunset-community-vision-full-report.pdf
The Neighbourhood Generally
Hastings–East/Sunrise is a neighbourhood on the Burrard Inlet in the northeastern corner of the Canadian City of Vancouver, British Columbia. The name “Hastings” commemorates the visit of Royal Navy Rear Admiral George Fowler Hastings in 1869. Hastings-East/Sunrise, three miles east of Downtown Vancouver, is one of the oldest city neighbourhoods. Its residents are mostly working class; people of Chinese descent form an increasingly substantial and significant part of its ethnically diverse population.
Hastings–East/Sunrise is primarily residential with a dense strip of shops and services along East Hastings Street and in spots along Boundary Road, East Broadway, and Nanaimo Street, the neighborhood borders south of the inlet, and Renfrew Street. Residences are mostly detached single-family dwellings. There is ample parkland, and the land zoning between Hastings Street and the inlet is partially for light industrial use. Historically mostly working-class with many foreign-born residents, mostly Italian, lately the area has attracted young professionals and immigrants from Southeast Asia.
Historical Background
In 1863, the provincial government designated New Brighton, the name for Hastings–Sunrise at the time, as a future harbour city to complement New Westminster, then the provincial capital and the rail terminus city for Western Canada. Residents re-christened th area Hastings Townsite in 1869 in honour of Admiral Hastings. The first ferry service between Burrard Inlet and Victoria on Vancouver Island operated from Hastings, which became part of the City of Vancouver in 1911. By the 1920s, railroad yards and Port of Vancouver facilities occupied much of the waterfront with public access at New Brighton Park north of Hastings Park and the Pacific National Exhibition.
Economic Recovery
“Hastings-Sunrise basks in the area’s rebirth,” Straight.com, “Vancouver’s online source,” a free weekly news and entertainment newspaper, reported recently. “Slowly but surely, it seems, the sun is rising on Hastings-Sunrise, and “the surge of interest along and around East Hastings Street is remarkable.”
In fact, Hastings-Sunrise is in an economic recovery if not rebirth. Heritage homes along Trinity and Triumph streets draw homebuyers. The convenient location is within walking distance to Downtown, Chinatown, Gastown, Commercial Drive, and Trout Lake. The Trans-Canada Highway passes through from North Vancouver southward to Rupert Park and East Broadway at Boundary Road, eastward through Burnaby and Surrey, and onward across the continent. The neighborhood has two SkyTrain stations, seaplane terminals, bus routes, and bicycle trails.
Mindful of the neighbourhood’s remaining rough edges, however, some developers proceed cautiously. Hastings Sunrise Development Ltd pulled condos from the market to see whether conditions continue to improve. Millennium Group now sells small one-bedroom units in the 1500 block of East Hastings Street starting at $229,900. Past housing prices in Hastings-East/Sunrise have been lower than those in other areas around Vancouver, but, now that affordable homes are harder to find and new housing replaces aging stock, this neighbourhood is becoming fashionable and, of course, also more expensive.
An Unpopular Surprise Rebrand
In early 2012, the Hastings North Business Improvement Association decided to rename the neighbourhood’s 12 blocks of East Hastings Street as “The East Village.” The decision was arbitrary and autocratic with no notice or consultation with residents or other businesses, but the city permitted banners from lamp posts proclaiming the renaming. Most commentary considered the association’s action foolish, and the new name is not popular. “Hastings-East/Sunrise” evidently will remain the name of choice for the foreseeable future.
New Hastings East/Sunrise Live MLS Listings
Hastings Sunrise
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2913 TRINITY Street in Vancouver: Hastings Sunrise House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2572863
2913 TRINITY Street Vancouver V5K 1G1 
$2,998,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2572863
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 3,568 sq. ft.
Stunning Panoramic Water & Mountain VIEWS w tons of LEGAL INCOME potential! Hard to find a brand new home this amazing in such a perfect location. Located in Hastings-Sunrise, minutes from downtown, Trans Canada Hwy, North Van and surrounded by amazing parks & 180 degree views! Modern, high-end home with all of the best design features. 3 bedroom/4 bath main house w tons of outdoor areas, including HUGE rooftop view deck; a LEGAL 2 bed suite AND a 2 bed laneway house to cover a huge chunk of your mortgage. Gourmet kitchen, custom cabinetry, euro-line tilt and turn windows, radiant heating, air conditioning, indoor/outdoor living. Rare opportunity in East Van's best ocean side neighbourhood! 2-5-10 Home Warranty. More detailsListed by Coldwell Banker Prestige Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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2411 TURNER Street in Vancouver: Renfrew VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2561530
2411 TURNER Street Vancouver V5K 2E7
$2,890,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2561530
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,516 sq. ft.
Attn Developers, Super location for Land Assembly to develop multi families at the corner of Nanaimo & Turner. Steps to Hastings Transit & Shopping. Easy access to Hwy, Close to Parks, Schools & Rec Ctr. 15 min drive to D/T etc. Pls check with City of Vancouver for the latest updates. Pls do not walk on the property or disturb the occupants. More detailsListed by Amex - Fraseridge Realty and Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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568 NANAIMO Street in Vancouver: Renfrew VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2559718
568 NANAIMO Street Vancouver V5L 4S1
$2,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2559718
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 800 sq. ft.
Attention multi family builders ! Here is a development site available for a limited time only. Zoning allows for 4 Story apartment or Townhouse. It is in an amazing location that is close to parks and schools! 15 mins drive to Downtown, close to the popular Emily Carr Art school and Vancouver Community College! It is anticipated there will be a big population growth the next three decades. Please check with City of Vancouver for the latest update! **Please do not walk on the property or disturb the occupants** More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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574 NANAIMO Street in Vancouver: Renfrew VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2559702
574 NANAIMO Street Vancouver V5L 4S1
$2,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2559702
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 2,340 sq. ft.
Attention multi family builders ! Here is a development site available for a limited time only. Zoning allows for 4 Story apartment or Townhouse. It is in an amazing location that is close to parks and schools! 15 mins drive to Downtown, close to the popular Emily Carr Art school and Vancouver Community College! It is anticipated there will be a big population growth the next three decades. Please check with City of Vancouver for the latest update! **Please do not walk on the property or disturb the occupants** More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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584 NANAIMO Street in Vancouver: Renfrew VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2559666
584 NANAIMO Street Vancouver V5L 4S1
$2,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2559666
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1,440 sq. ft.
Attention multi family builders ! Here is a development site available for a limited time only. Zoning allows for 4 Story apartment or Townhouse. It is in an amazing location that is close to parks and schools! 15 mins drive to Downtown, close to the popular Emily Carr Art school and Vancouver Community College! It is anticipated there will be a big population growth the next three decades. Please check with City of Vancouver for the latest update! **Please do not walk on the property or disturb the occupants** More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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2296 CAMBRIDGE Street in Vancouver: Grandview Woodland House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2543738
2296 CAMBRIDGE Street Vancouver V5L 1E6
$2,499,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2543738
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 2,386 sq. ft.
Rare large corner lot, 3 level character home with detached garage accessible from lane, conveniently located in Cedar Cove (Grandview Woodland) neighbourhood, one block from transit access off Nanaimo. The property allows for potential purpose built rental redevelopment, up to 6-storeys, with a maximum density of 2.4 FSR. Spacious 49.5' frontage x 122' depth family lot; 2,486 sf home. Rebuild, hold or completely restore. Create your legacy. Full package available. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Sussex Klein Group - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2808 WALL Street in Vancouver: Hastings Sunrise House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2576996
2808 WALL Street Vancouver V5K 1B2
$2,288,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2576996
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,432 sq. ft.
A rare opportunity to own prime Vancouver real estate just steps from the ocean with incredible WATER and mountain VIEWS! Located in the desirable Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood, Wall Street is the "Golden Mile" of East Vancouver. This solid built 4 bedroom , 4 bathroom, turn-key family home features custom high-end finishings and appliances, 2 gas fireplaces and a Juliet balcony with view you have to see. Just minutes to downtown Vancouver and only steps from excellent schools and family parks. Bonus mortgage helper with separate entry in basement! A pleasure to show! Viewings by appointment on Sat, May 8th, 2-4pm and Sun, May 9th 1-4pm. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Westside - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2786 DUNDAS Street in Vancouver: Hastings Sunrise House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2559453
2786 DUNDAS Street Vancouver V5K 1R2
$1,988,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2559453
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,635 sq. ft.
EXTRA LARGE 48X122 FT LOT WITH SOUTH FACING BACKYARD the heart of Sunrise area of Vancouver with a panoramic mountain views! LIVE, RENO OR BUILD.. endless possibility, OR hold for future profits! Mainly lot value, can build 70% of lot size: approx 4099 sq.ft of duplex or 4099 sq.ft single luxury home with legal basement + 930 sq.ft app of laneway home - Check with COV. Tenanted ($4000). Upstairs has living, dining, kitchen and 4 bedrooms. Basement has one bedroom suite & huge storage which can to be converted to a suite. THIS IS AN UPPER FIXTURE WITH HUGE POTENTIAL. 220V power in double garage car and huge south backyard. Fantastic walk score, French Immersion at Hastings Elementary, short stroll to library, the waterfront and New Brighton Park, amazing shopping and eateries abound. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2173 - 2175 CAMBRIDGE Street in Vancouver: Hastings Multifamily for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2559253
2173 - 2175 CAMBRIDGE Street Vancouver V5L 1E4
$1,980,000Multifamily- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2559253
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,000 sq. ft.
“You drive by, and could never imagine what a jewel there is behind it!” BEST DESCRIBES 2173-2175 Cambridge St. The main house originally built in 1932. Zoning is multi residential RM3.15 years ago, completely gutted the house, rebuilding it from the foundation up! Everything is new except some of the original siding (not only with permits) but spending extra to ensure it was well built. The addition was built by a general contractor 8 years ago. NEW ROOF last November 2020. 2175 has 3 suites; 2x2 bedrooms, and a 1 bedroom. 2173 has two suites, a bachelor,& a one bedroom (both are small suites). The property for the most part has a high fence (6’) around it. It’s a very clean, well maintained, private property. Though there are 5 suites, it’s rare to see, or hear much going on. A block away is a bus stop, the bus comes every 10 minutes, and get you downtown in under 10 minutes. Commercial dr, Hastings & Nanaimo hub is walking distance. Good income now has potential to increase !! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Sabre Realty Group - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2715 CAMBRIDGE Street in Vancouver: Hastings Sunrise House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2569623
2715 CAMBRIDGE Street Vancouver V5K 1L8
$1,899,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2569623
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,445 sq. ft.
Vancouver Special located on one of the most desirable street of the Hasting Sunrise neighborhood! This 5 bedroom/3 bath home features an updated kitchen, 2 wood burning fireplaces, walkout in-law suite, laneway access and double car garage. Enjoy partial mountain views from your balcony or admire the beautiful red maple trees changing colors during the fall right from your front window - a view that attracts people to Cambridge Street from all over! Close proximity to shopping and transit. More detailsListed by Stonehaus Realty Corp. and Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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