Kitsilano Life
A Vancouver Beach Neighbourhood
The Kitsilano westside neighbourhood of the Canadian City of Vancouver in British Columbia is on the shore of English Bay on the north between the flanking neighbourhoods of Point Grey at Alma Street on the west and Fairview east at Burrard Street on the east. West 16th Avenue is the southern border with the neighbourhoods of Dunbar, Arbutus Ridge, and Shaughnessy. Notable neighbourhood landmarks are the Burrard Street Bridge, a five-lane, Art Deco style, steel-truss bridge constructed in 1932 to connect Kitsilano to Downtown Vancouver, the splendid Kitsilano Beach, and the Maritime Museum and MacMillan Space Centre, both in Vanier Park near the beach. Kitsilano hosts the annual Vancouver International Children’s Festival, Bard on the Beach outdoor Shakespeare festival, and Celebration of Light fireworks competition.
Mostly residential with commercial areas on West 4th Avenue and West Broadway, Kitsilano’s population was 40,595 according to the 2006 Census, a 2.5-percent increase from 2001. English is the dominant language of area residents followed by Chinese; however, French, German, Greek, Japanese, and Spanish are not uncommon. About 75.0 percent speak English as their native language, 4.5 percent Chinese, and 3.2 percent French. The 2006 neighbourhood median household income was $53,455, and 21.3 percent of residents live in low-income households.
Historical Development
Vancouver streetcar lines once had a loop at Arbutus & Cornwall, making the beach area easily accessible from the new city, then still mostly on the small Downtown peninsula on the north side of the Burrard Street Bridge over False Creek. The Lulu Island Railway opened an interurban line from Downtown Granville & Pacific streets to Richmond via Seventh Avenue and Arbutus Street through Kerrisdale in the 1890s, putting more of the neighbourhood within easy range of Downtown.
An inexpensive neighbourhood in the 1960s, Kitsilano attracted many countercultural residents from across Canada and the USA and became with Gastown one of two such city neighbourhoods gentrified in later decades. Easy access to Downtown Vancouver and walking distance to parks, beaches, and ever popular Granville Island in Fairview have made the neighbourhood very desirable. Following the days of the counterculture, many environmentalists came to Vancouver. Greenpeace opened its first office in Kitsilano in 1975 as did the Green Party of British Columbia in 1983.
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Parks and Beaches
Kitsilano has seventeen parks, six playgrounds, an off-leash dog park, and one of Vancouver’s finest, most popular beaches with a franchise restaurant, the heated, salt-water outdoor Kitsilano Pool open from May to September, longest (137 metres/150 yards) swimming pool in Canada, and the Kitsilano Showboat, which has operated since 1935 as essentially an open-air amphitheatre with free performances from local bands and dance groups to entertain residents and tourists and showcase amateur talent.
No New Beach Bicycle Trail for Now
After months of vocal opposition and a lawsuit, the Vancouver park board in February 2014 gave up on plans for a new $2.2 million bicycle trail through Hadden Park and Kitsilano Beach and directed its staff to improve safety on the present trail through the parks. Opponents obtained in November 2013 a court order enjoining the board from breaking ground on the project until the case against it could be heard fully. An opposition spokesman said she was happy that “we won’t be putting blacktop through our precious green space.” The discontinued proposed project would have completed the city’s Seaside Greenway route from Coal Harbour to Jericho Beach Park on English Bay in the Point Grey neighbourhood several miles west of Kitsilano Beach.
New Kitsilano Live MLS Listings
Kitsilano Life: A Vancouver Beach Neighbourhood
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2495 POINT GREY Road in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2767830
2495 POINT GREY Road Vancouver V6K 1A1 
$22,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2767830
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 5,986 sq. ft.
A spectacular, bespoke WATERFRONT home on lower POINT GREY RD. Relax to the gentle sounds of the waves at this beautiful, secluded oasis. Rebuilt with great care by a master craftsman over 6 years with exquisite details and quality, this ultra-unique 4 bedroom home is a nod to the Gamble House Architecture, and is a once-in-a-lifetime find, the rebuild was completed in 2009. Complete with 100 year old timbers, stained glass, irreplaceable African Lingue wood floors, kofford beams, hand-cut German Quarry-Free Slate Roof and the original stone fireplace created with stones from English Bay. Bask in Glorious views from all 3 levels, entertain in the Grand Hall, enjoy the incredible chef's kitchen, the Primary suite is truly captivating, this special lot is elevated, and privacy is paramount. More detailsListed by Prompton Real Estate Services Inc.
- Aedis Realty
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2487 POINT GREY Road in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2816119
2487 POINT GREY Road Vancouver V6K 1A1
$15,995,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2816119
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,628 sq. ft.
Lower Point Grey Road - Vancouver's street of dreams - the Golden Mile.... This is one of only 9 single family waterfront residences on this exclusive tree lined street. 17' high dramatic windows welcome you to the unobstructed views of the city, the North Shore Mountains and sunsets. Main level enjoys open floor plan with spacious living room, dining room and kitchen with breakfast nook opening out to a 2 level waterside deck and lawn area. The upper levels feature an oversized primary bedroom and ensuite w/ three other bedrooms an office and a 700sf rooftop patio! The lower level with rec room, wet bar and family room is a perfect retreat for the kids. Fantastic Vancouver lifestyle, easy access to all amenities, 2 car garage w/ extra parking on the driveway. A golden opportunity.. More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver - Aedis Realty
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2711 POINT GREY Road in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2770911
2711 POINT GREY Road Vancouver V6K 1A4
$15,750,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2770911
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,870 sq. ft.
This is simply a world class property with plans & permits for a world class home. Evoke Architecture has designed an amazing 4400sf home, sitting on this waterfront 7,229sf lot, w/ sweeping 180 degree views of the North Shore Mountains & English Bay. This 2 year design and permitting process will save any prospective buyer not only time, but a considerable amount of money (Arch, Consultants, Demo, Cons Planning, Financing and City Fees). Natural Balance Home Builders is ready start the process in a matter of weeks, while still allowing any buyer to make cosmetic changes to suit their own tastes. Currently the plans feature a 4 car garage w/ car elevator & turntable, rooftop deck w/ hot tub, 28’ POOL, views from all 3 floors, & 4 bed, office, & den. Call for your private tour of the property. More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services and Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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1428 TRAFALGAR Street in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale in "CATES RESIDENCE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2832647
1428 TRAFALGAR Street Vancouver V6K 3R3
$11,900,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2832647
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,255 sq. ft.
The Cates Residence is a heritage masterpiece. Fully rebuilt with all the character of a Queen Anne Revival, but with the peace of mind of a new home, including a 2-5-10 year warranty. This 4 bedroom, 4 bath home offers gourmet kitchen with quartz counters, Wolf & Subzero appliances, open concept living and dining room with Control4 surround sound & electronic blinds, engineered hardwood thru-out living area with in floor heating, tile in the bathrooms, a/c on main and upper floor, spiral staircase, floor to ceiling windows to take advantage of the stunning views to the north. All this on prestigious Point Grey Road. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Regency Realty - Aedis Realty
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1849 CREELMAN Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale in "Kits Point" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2826847
1849 CREELMAN Avenue Vancouver V6J 1B7
$10,000,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2826847
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,614 sq. ft.
WELCOME TO 1849 CREELMAN AVE where this incredible CLASSIC CONTEMPORARY BOUTIQUE HOTEL QUALITY home is one of, if not, the nicest 4600 sqft 5 beds/6 bathrooms with incredible privacy in the HEART OF KITS POINT that one will EVER SEE! Upon entering the home the wide hallways makes one feel like it's a cross between the UPPER EAST SIDE OF New York with quality that sings like the heart of FLORENCE ITALY. You must see this to believe it. 4 INCREDIBLE FLOORS, floor to ceiling glass on all levels, walk out indoor/outdoor living off every floor with a PRIMARY BEDROOM almost at 1000 square feet with outdoor balconies with STUNNING views of the NORTH SHORE MOUNTAINS - all with walking distance to what many call the best neighbourhood in CANADA. Welcome to your DREAM COME TRUE. More detailsListed by The Partners Real Estate - Aedis Realty
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2706 W 2ND Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2765519
2706 W 2ND Avenue Vancouver V6K 1K3
$7,280,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2765519
- Bedrooms:
- 10
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,940 sq. ft.
This is a stratafied Triplex. Good for 3 families or living at one unit and rent the other 2 units out with good income at this popular Kitsilano area. Walking distance to transit, restaurants, shopping and beach. A combined total of 8 bedrooms and 7.5 baths 4940 sq ft house or you can buy 2760 W2 with 1750sqft, 1807 Stephens with 1689sqft or 1805 Stephens with 1501sqft separately. Each unit has separate entrance. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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1133 CYPRESS Street in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2813549
1133 CYPRESS Street Vancouver V6J 3K8
$6,785,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2813549
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,866 sq. ft.
West Coast living at its finest in this stunning 4-ensuite bedrooms Kits Point home. With a 120' street frontage and 4878 sqft interior, this home boasts exceptional amenities: radiant heating and A/C throughout, an expansive living room with a beautiful custom-designed fireplace, an intimate dining room, a chef's kitchen, a family room, and a newly renovated sunroom. The upper level features vaulted ceilings and expansive windows. 3 luxurious bedrooms, including the principal suite with its beautiful greenery views, offer comfort and relaxation. The lower level has a walkout, a full kitchen with a spa bathroom and sauna, a large laundry room, an open plan office ideal for working from home, 1 ensuite bedroom, and an entertainment room that opens to a charming garden with your own hot tub. Complete with two storage rooms and an attached 3-car garage, this home has it all. Located steps from the beach, parks, and seawall, this home is the perfect oasis. More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver and Dexter Realty - Aedis Realty
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3075 ARBUTUS Street in Vancouver: Kitsilano Land for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2781788
3075 ARBUTUS Street Vancouver V7E 1J7
$6,400,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2781788
A rare Broadway Plan Land Assembly opportunity, boasting a maximum floor space ratio (FSR) of 5.5, ideally positioned along the prominent Arbutus Street. This strategic location offers the potential for the development of an impressive 18-storey rental tower, complemented by retail spaces at the ground level. Notably, the fourth floor and above promise captivating water views of English Bay, adding to the allure of this project. Furthermore, its proximity of a mere 5 minutes to the upcoming Broadway & Arbutus skytrain station enhances its accessibility and desirability. Assemble with R2781823. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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2115 - 2117 W 15TH Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2781823
2115 - 2117 W 15TH Avenue Vancouver V6K 2Y4
$6,400,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2781823
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,808 sq. ft.
A rare Broadway Plan Land Assembly opportunity, boasting a maximum floor space ratio (FSR) of 5.5, ideally positioned along the prominent Arbutus Street. This strategic location offers the potential for the development of an impressive 18-storey rental tower, complemented by retail spaces at the ground level. Notably, the fourth floor and above promise captivating water views of English Bay, adding to the allure of this project. Furthermore, its proximity of a mere 5 minutes to the upcoming Broadway & Arbutus skytrain station enhances its accessibility and desirability. Assemble with R2781788. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1220 ARBUTUS Street in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2832866
1220 ARBUTUS Street Vancouver V6J 3W6
$6,000,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2832866
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,216 sq. ft.
1 out of only 7 corner lots facing west in Kits Point. Total. This home faces absolutely nothing but beach, water and mountains. There is not a more exclusive position in the Point. The west facing exposure ensures you will never have anything in front of you but beautiful English Bay. Whereas much of Kits Point is in flux, this property is only gaining in value. The house is a legal duplex and features not one, but two off street parking options. It is the only one of its kind. This is an extremely rare offering and the possibilities that it offers are endless. We can’t think of a more exciting opportunity to have the residence of a lifetime. Available to view by private appointment. More detailsListed by eXp Realty (Branch) and Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
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