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Vancouver Districts & Neighbourhood Profiles and Maps

Vancouver is a patchwork of wonderful neighbourhoods, each with its own unique atmosphere. Click on the interactive map to learn a little more about each district, including schools, population and more. It's an invaluable tool for anyone looking to relocate in Vancouver.  The statistical data is based on the 2001 census.

Click on a number to learn more about each Vancouver District/ Neighbourhood.

Killarney Renfrew - Collingwood Hastings Sunrise Victoria - Fraserview Kensington - Cedar Cottage Grandview Woodland Strathcona Downtown Eastside Downtown West End Sunset Riley Park - Little Mountain South Cambie Mount Pleasant Marpole Oakridge Shaughnessy Fairview Kerrisdale Arbutus Ridge Kitsilano Dunbar-Southlands West Point Grey


West Point Grey (1)

Named after a close friend of Captain George Vancouver, Captain George Grey, this upscale neighbourhood offers waterfront living in gorgeous, well-kept houses. The streets are hilly and tree-lined, with boundaries defined by English Bay to the north and 16th Avenue to the south and Alma Street all the way west to the University Endowment Lands. More

Population: 12,680
Age Groups:
19 & under 21.1%
20-39 28.8%
40-64 35.9%
65 and over 14.2%
Primary Language:
English 75.7%
French 2.3%
Chinese 9.4%
Greek 1.1%
Korean 0.8%
German 1.8%
Average household income: $105,383
Occupied private dwellings 5185
Dwellings per hectare 11.4
Percentage of rental units 38.2%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $1,075
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 57%
Semi-detached house 0.4%
Detached duplex 10.4%
Row house 1.2%
Apartment under 5-storeys 22.4%
Apartment over 5-storeys 8.6%

Schools

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Elementary School
2550 Camosun Street
604.228.8811

Queen Elizabeth Elementary School
4102 West 16th Avenue
604.713.5408

Queen Mary Elementary School
2000 Trimble Street
604.713.5464

University Hill Elementary School
5395 Chancellor Blvd
604.713.5350

Lord Byng Secondary School
3939 West 16th Avenue
604.713.8171

University Hill Secondary School
2896 Acadia Road
604.713.8258

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Dunbar-Southlands (2)

These are two decidedly different areas. Dunbar is a wonderful collection of single- family houses, greenspaces and tree-lined streets. It is classified as the area south of 16th and north of Southwest Marine Drive between McKenzie Drive and the University Endowment Lands. Southlands is a throwback to an early era, with sprawling farmland and large, grand houses. It’s the kind of place where horses outnumber people and neighbours are more like family. More

Population: 21,310
Age Groups:
19 & under 26.2%
20-39 25.1%
40-64 36.5%
65 and over 12.2%
Primary Language:
English 71.0%
French 1.3%
Chinese 17.6%
Spanish 0.6%
Korean 1.0%
German 1.8%
Average household income: $110,698
Occupied private dwellings 7060
Dwellings per hectare 8.2
Percentage of rental units 20.4%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $1,351
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 85%
Semi-detached house 0.1%
Detached duplex 10.3%
Row house 1.0%
Apartment under 5-storeys 3.5%
Apartment over 5-storeys 0.0%

Schools

Lord Kitchener Secondary School
4055 Blenheim Street
604.713.5454

Southlands Elementary School
5351 Camosun Street
604.713.5414

St. George’s School (Private Boy’s School)
3851 West 29th Avenue
604 224 1304

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Kitsilano (3)

“Kits” is one of the city’s most popular neighbourhoods, attracting a young, active population with its beaches and proximity to downtown and the university. Rental housing makes up more than half of the dwellings. Great shopping is centered around Broadway and 4th Ave and many of the homes or apartments offer stunning views of downtown and the North Shore Mountains. More

Population: 39,620
Age Groups:
19 & under 11.6%
20-39 49.6%
40-64 30.1%
65 and over 8.6%
Primary Language:
English 79.2%
French 2.8%
Chinese 4.2%
Spanish 1.2%
Greek 2.0%
German 2.1%
Average household income: $66,093
Occupied private dwellings 21890
Dwellings per hectare 39.9
Percentage of rental units 60.2%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $905
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 10.6%
Semi-detached house 5.4%
Detached duplex 11.2%
Row house 2.2%
Apartment under 5-storeys 64.1%
Apartment over 5-storeys 6.0%

Schools

Bayview Elementary School
2251 Collingwood Street
604 713 5433

Henry Hudson Elementary School
1551 Cypress Street
604 713 5441

Lord Tennyson Elementary School
1936 West 10th Avenue
604 713 5426

General Gordon Elementary School
2896 West 6th Avenue
604 713 5403

Kitsilano Secondary School
2550 West 10th Avenue
604 713 8961

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Arbutus Ridge (4)

Few people that live the in Arbutus Ridge area even know that’s what it is called. Most refer to it by the names of adjacent districts like Kerrisdale or Dunbar. But the area framed by West Boulevard and Mackenzie St., and 16th and 41st avenues is officially called Arbutus Ridge. You’ll primarily find upscale, single-family houses with a nice mix of convenient commercial areas mixed in. More

Population: 14,515
Age Groups:
19 & under 21.0%
20-39 23.6%
40-64 33.6%
65 and over 21.8%
Primary Language:
English 52.0%
French 0.8%
Chinese 33.3%
Greek 2.0%
Korean 3.5%
German 1.3%
Average household income: $88,940
Occupied private dwellings 5605
Dwellings per hectare 15.2
Percentage of rental units 39.4%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $1,124
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 49.0%
Semi-detached house 0.2%
Detached duplex 6.0%
Row house 5.0%
Apartment under 5-storeys 19.1%
Apartment over 5-storeys 20.3%

Schools

Carnarvon Elementary School
3400 Balaclava Street
604.713.5396

Trafalgar Elementary School
4170 Trafalgar Street
604.713.5475

Prince of Wales Secondary School
2250 Eddington Drive
604.713.8974

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Kerrisdale (5)

This safe, comfortable enclave of leafy streets and single-family homes comprised of the area between Blenheim and Granville streets, and 41st Ave down to Southwest Marine Drive. It is one of Canada’s most stable (and affluent) neighbourhoods. There is a bustling commercial district along 41st Ave that offers everything from McDonalds to high-end fashions.

Population: 14,035
Age Groups:
19 & under 22.6%
20-39 25.5%
40-64 36.6%
65 and over 15.2%
Primary Language:
English 57.5%
French 0.8%
Chinese 31.2%
Spanish 0.7%
Korean 1.7%
German 1.2%
Average household income: $112,512
Occupied private dwellings 5355
Dwellings per hectare 8.5
Percentage of rental units 37.2%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $1,077
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 59.9%
Semi-detached house 0.3%
Detached duplex 0.9%
Row house 0.7%
Apartment under 5-storeys 28.0%
Apartment over 5-storeys 10.0%

Schools

Kerrisdale Elementary School
5555 Carnarvon Street
604 713 5446

Maple Grove Elementary School
6199 Cypress Street
604 713 5356

McKechnie Elementary School
7455 Maple Street
604 713 4952

Magee Secondary School
6360 Maple Street
604 713 8200

Crofton House (Girl’s Private School)
3200 W 41st Avenue
604 263 3824

 

Community Highlights

Kerrisdale Shopping District
Along 41st Ave. and West Blvd.

Kerrisdale Community Centre
5851 West Boulevard
604.266.8331

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Fairview (6)

This area was once a bustling industrial waterfront area, but has been transformed into a thriving community overlooking the sparkling waters of False Creek and the downtown skyline beyond. It covers the area between 16th Ave and False Creek and Oak St. to Burrard St. The centerpiece of this flourishing neighbourhood is Granville Island, with its mix of shopping, theatre, industry, education and more.

Population: 28,045
Age Groups:
19 & under 9.0%
20-39 46.8%
40-64 31.4%
65 and over 12.8%
Primary Language:
English 71.1%
French 3.3%
Chinese 9.0%
Spanish 1.3%
Tagalog(Filipino) 1.1%
German 1.6%
Average household income: $60,244
Occupied private dwellings 16870
Dwellings per hectare 50.7
Percentage of rental units 66.2%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $877
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 0.9%
Semi-detached house 1.0%
Detached duplex 7.0%
Row house 3.1%
Apartment under 5-storeys 69.0%
Apartment over 5-storeys 24.4%

Schools

L’Ecole Bilingue Elementary School
1166 West 14th Avenue
604 713 4585

Blessed Sacrament School
3020 Heather Street
604 876 7211

 

Community Highlights

Granville Island
Off 4th Ave. beneath the Granville St. Bridge

Vancouver General Hospital
855 West 12th Avenue
604.875.4111

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Shaughnessy (7)

Originally developed by Canadian Pacific railway as an area for the homes of its executives, the Shaughnessy of today boasts large gorgeous homes, sprawling lots and upscale shops that cater to the prosperous citizenry. 16th and 41st avenues act as the north/south border, with West Boulevard and Oak Street framing on the east and west.

Population: 9,020
Age Groups:
19 & under 23.1%
20-39 24.6%
40-64 35.6%
65 and over 16.5%
Primary Language:
English 59.4%
French 1.0%
Chinese 27.8%
Spanish 1.3%
Tagalog(Filipino) 1.6%
Greek 1.0%
Average household income: $136,252
Occupied private dwellings 2970
Dwellings per hectare 6.6
Percentage of rental units 26.8%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $1,259
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 72.2%
Semi-detached house 1.5%
Detached duplex 5.2%
Row house 2.4%
Apartment under 5-storeys 16.3%
Apartment over 5-storeys 2.4%

Schools

Shaughnessy Elementary School
4250 Marguerite Street
604 713 5500

Vancouver College
5400 Cartier Street
604 261 4285

Point Grey Secondary School
5350 East Blvd.
604 713 8220

York House (Private Girl’s School)
4176 Alexandra Street
604 736 6651

 

Community Highlights

VanDusen Botanical Gardens
5251 Oak Street 604.878.9274

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Oakridge (8)

The first thing most Vancouverites think when they hear “Oakridge” is…shopping! But this quiet neighbourhood is much more than just the location of one of the city’s most popular malls. Its formal boundaries are 41st and 57th Avenues on the north and south, with Oak and Cambie Streets acting as the east/west edges. The area around 41st and Oak St. has become a hub for the Jewish community, with a recreation centre, seniors home and more. The houses in this area boast big lots and mature trees, along with close proximity to the mall.

Population: 11,795
Age Groups:
19 & under 20.9%
20-39 24.5%
40-64 34.1%
65 and over 20.4%
Primary Language:
English 33.3%
French 0.7%
Chinese 50.5%
Punjabi 1.2%
Tagalog(Filipino) 1.1%
Korean 1.7%
Average household income: $72,204
Occupied private dwellings 4330
Dwellings per hectare 10.8
Percentage of rental units 39.5%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $1,064
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 52.7%
Semi-detached house 1.5%
Detached duplex 3.1%
Row house 37.0%
Apartment under 5-storeys 23.4%
Apartment over 5-storeys 15.8%

 

Community Highlights

Oakridge Centre
650 West 41st Avenue 604.261.2511

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Marpole (9)

The Marpole neighbourhood is one of the oldest in Vancouver. The area is bordered by Angus Drive on the west and Ontario Street on the east. The northern border is 57th Ave., with the Fraser River acting as the southern boundary. All traffic arriving to Vancouver from the south passes through this area, making it an important transportation hub. More

Population: 22,415
Age Groups:
19 & under 20.0%
20-39 33.6%
40-64 33.3%
65 and over 13.1%
Primary Language:
English 43.2%
French 1.0%
Chinese 37.3%
Russian 2.3%
Tagalog(Filipino) 3.1%
Korean 1.0%
Average household income: $49,566
Occupied private dwellings 9280
Dwellings per hectare 16.5
Percentage of rental units 61.6%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $752
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 34.6%
Semi-detached house 5.3%
Detached duplex 1.5%
Row house 4.0%
Apartment under 5-storeys 53.6%
Apartment over 5-storeys 0.9%

Schools

David Lloyd George Elementary School
8370 Cartier Street
604 713 4895

Jamieson Elementary School
6350 Tisdall Street
604 713 5367

Sexsmith Elementary School
7455 Ontario Street
604 713 4901

Sir Wilfred Laurier Elementary School
7350 Laurel Street
604 713 4925

Sir William Osler Elementary School
5970 Selkirk Street
604 713 4920

Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School
7055 Heather Street
604 713 8189

Van Horne Elementary School
5855 Ontario Street
604 713 4965

 

Community Highlights

Marpole Community Centre
900 West 59th Avenue 604.257.8180

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Mount Pleasant (10)

Mount Pleasant is a unique mix of homes, apartments and commercial and art space. The area is bordered by Cambie Street to the west, Clark Drive to the east while Great Northern Way (2nd Avenue) and 16th Avenue are the north-south limits. Main Street has many interesting coffee shops and clothing stores as well as all the amenities you need. This area is quickly becoming popular among young families. More

Population: 24,535
Age Groups:
19 & under 15.9%
20-39 45.8%
40-64 30.4%
65 and over 7.8%
Primary Language:
English 55.7%
French 2.6%
Chinese 13.8%
Spanish 1.8%
Tagalog(Filipino) 6.8%
Vietnamese 4.2%
Average household income: $41,467
Occupied private dwellings 12,655
Dwellings per hectare 34.8
Percentage of rental units 71.7%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $692
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 5.6%
Semi-detached house 2.9%
Detached duplex 9.8%
Row house 1.6%
Apartment under 5-storeys 72.8%
Apartment over 5-storeys 6.6%

Schools

St. Francis Xavier School
428 Great Northern Way
604.254.2714

St. Patrick’s Secondary
115 East 11th Avenue
604.874.6422

Florence Nightingale Elementary
2740 Guelph Street
604.713.5290

Mount Pleasant Elementary
2300 Guelph Street
604.713.4617

Simon Fraser Elementary
100 West 15th Avenue
604.713.4946

St. Patrick’s Elementary
2850 Quebec Street
604.879.4411

Reach for the Stars Montessori, Preschool/Kindergarten
1455 Quebec Street
604.688.7827

 

Community Highlights

Telus World of Science
1455 Quebec Street
604.443.7443

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South Cambie (11)

Between Oak and Cambie streets and 41st. Ave in the south to 16th Ave in the north, this area’s size and population make it one of the smallest in Vancouver. It is a quaint neighbourhood of charming homes, small shops and many of the city’s healthcare facilities including BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital.

Population: 6,995
Age Groups:
19 & under 18.3%
20-39 37.7%
40-64 28.5%
65 and over 15.6%
Primary Language:
English 56.9%
French 2.8%
Chinese 26.7%
Spanish 1.9%
Tagalog(Filipino) 1.0%
Polish 1.5%
Average household income: $73,129
Occupied private dwellings 2675
Dwellings per hectare 12.3
Percentage of rental units 46.0%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $1,039
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 46.0%
Semi-detached house 2.6%
Detached duplex 12.5%
Row house 0.7%
Apartment under 5-storeys 35.0%
Apartment over 5-storeys 2.8%

Schools

Edith Cavell Elementary School
500 West 20th Avenue
604 713 4932

Emily Carr Elementary School
4070 Oak Street
604 713 4941

Eric Hamber Secondary School
5025 Willow Street
604 713 8927

 

Community Highlights

Douglas Park
801 West 22nd Aveune

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Riley Park-Little Mountain (12)

Found at Vancouver’s highest point, Riley Park-Little Mountain is found between 16th and 41st Avenues and from Cambie Street to Fraser Street. Homes of all shapes and sizes are found here as well as popular Queen Elizabeth Park and Nat Bailey Stadium. This area is also home to Antique Row on Main Street, a fascinating combination of secondhand shops, antique stores and curio shops. This area is on of the most popular new neighbourhoods in the city. More

Population: 21,990
Age Groups:
19 & under 20.8%
20-39 35.2%
40-64 31.7%
65 and over 12.2%
Primary Language:
English 48.7%
French 1.4%
Chinese 28.2%
Tagalog (Filipino) 3.9%
Vietnamese 2.6%
Spanish 1.8%
Average household income: $59,269
Occupied private dwellings 8,180
Dwellings per hectare 16.6
Percentage of rental units 45%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $828
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 47%
Semi-detached house 3.2%
Detached duplex 23.6%
Row house 2.8%
Apartment under 5-storeys 21.3%
Apartment over 5-storeys 2%

Schools

Sir Charles Tupper Secondary
419 East 24th Avenue
604.713.8233

General Wolfe Elementary
4251 Ontario Street
604.713.4912

Brock Elementary
4860 Main Street
604.713.5245

David Livingstone Elementary
315 East 23rd Avenue
604.713.4985

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Sunset (13)

This friendly East Vancouver neighbourhood stretches from Ontario St. to Knight St. and from 41st Ave all the way to the Fraser River in the south. It is a multiethnic neighbourhood made up of predominantly single, detached housing.

Population: 33,425
Age Groups:
19 & under 25.7%
20-39 33%
40-64 29%
65 and over 12.3%
Primary Language:
English 26.7%
French 0.5%
Chinese 26.0%
Punjabi 23.9
Tagalog (Filipino) 4.7%
Vietnamese 4.1%
Average household income: $53,392
Occupied private dwellings 9915
Dwellings per hectare 14.6
Percentage of rental units 41.4%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $750
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 49.2%
Semi-detached house 1.4%
Detached duplex 35.8%
Row house 1.4%
Apartment under 5-storeys 11.9%
Apartment over 5-storeys 0.0%

Schools

John Henderson Elementary
801 East 54th Ave.
604 713 4837

Khalsa Elementary School
5987 Prince Albert St.
604 321 1226

Pierre Elliot Trudeau School
449 East 62nd Ave.
604 713 4865

Walter Moberly Elementary School
1000 East 59th Ave
604 713 4784

John Oliver Secondary School
530 East 41st Ave.
604 713 8938

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West End (14)

Located between Stanley Park, English Bay and the central business district, the West End is a lively and bustling home for thousands of Vancouverites wanting to live in the heart of the action. The West End is one of the most densely populated neighbourhoods in Canada and, with busy shopping areas found on Robson and Denman Streets, it is rare to feel alone at any given time. A popular yearly event, the Gay Pride Parade, demonstrates the high-energy spirit that exists here: the West End is vibrant. More

Population: 42,120
Age Groups:
19 & under 5.6%
20-39 50.9%
40-64 31.5%
65 and over 11.9%
Primary Language:
English 64.2%
French 3.7%
Chinese 5.0%
Korean 3.2%
German 2.1%
Spanish 2.0%
Average household income: $44,375
Occupied private dwellings 27,990
Dwellings per hectare 137.2
Percentage of rental units 81.6%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $809
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 0.5%
Semi-detached house 0.1%
Detached duplex 0.2%
Row house 0.4%
Apartment under 5-storeys 21.9%
Apartment over 5-storeys 76.9%

Schools

King George Secondary
1755 Barclay Street
604.713.8999

Lord Roberts Elementary
1100 Bidwell Street
604.713.5055

Little Rae Kids’ Club Pre-School
1155 Thurlow Street
604.687.2223

North Creek Montessori Kindergarten/Elementary
108-1500 Howe Street
604.687.6704

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Downtown (15)

Home to the Central Business District, a large shopping area and high-rise apartments, the downtown core is the hub of the city with over 500,000 people entering it everyday. Bordered by Stanley Park, the West End and Cambie Street, this area is comprised of distinct communities including historic Gastown, hip and fashionable Yaletown as well as fast-growing Coal Harbour.

Population: 27,990
Age Groups:
19 & under 7.5%
20-39 50%
40-64 33.7%
65 and over 8.8%
Primary Language:
English 60.1%
French 3.2%
Chinese 16.4%
Spanish 2.1%
Korean 1.9%
German 1.5%
Average household income: $49,325
Occupied private dwellings 17,770
Dwellings per hectare 47.4
Percentage of rental units 68.6%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $749
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 0.1%
Semi-detached house 0.1%
Detached duplex 0.5%
Row house 0.9%
Apartment under 5-storeys 15.5%
Apartment over 5-storeys 82.6%

Schools

Mole Hill Montessori, Preschool and Kindergarten
1155 Thurlow Street
604.323.0978

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Downtown Eastside (16)

Rich in history, architecture and diversity, the Downtown Eastside is also one of the poorest neighbourhoods in the country. There is no denying that this area struggles with crime, homelessness and substance abuse but its identity is vital to Vancouver as a whole. The Downtown Eastside is bound by Burrard Inlet to the north, Clark Drive to the east, Cambie Street to the west and Hastings Street south. The gentrification of this area has been a constant discussion within the city and slow progress is being made to revitalize this once-prosperous neighbourhood. Recent revitalization has shown an influx of new housing opportunities including condominium developments that are popular among new home owners -- new restaurants and nightspots are popping up due to the new interest in the area.

Population: 3,535
Age Groups:
19 & under 5.7%
20-39 23.6%
40-64 48.1%
65 and over 22.3%
Primary Language:
English 59.5%
French 4.7%
Chinese 16.6%
Tagalog (Filipino) 3.2%
Vietnamese 1.6%
Spanish 0.9%
Average household income: $15,647
Occupied private dwellings 2,675
Dwellings per hectare 23.7
Percentage of rental units 95.3%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $360
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 1.3%
Semi-detached house 0.0%
Detached duplex 0.0%
Row house 0.2%
Apartment under 5-storeys 56.1%
Apartment over 5-storeys 42.2%

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Strathcona (17)

One of the oldest neighbourhoods in the city, Strathcona has charm and diversity unmatched in Vancouver. The city’s Chinatown is found here as well as several other cultural community centres, making for a delightful mix of history and ethnicity. Strathcona stretches from Hastings Street on the north end to Great Northern Way to the south: west to east boundaries are Main Street to Clark Drive. Today, this area is being revitalized with many of the heritage homes going through major gentrification. This is one of Vancouver’s up and coming neighbourhoods. More

Population: 8,040
Age Groups:
19 & under 16.3%
20-39 26.4%
40-64 40.0%
65 and over 27.4%
Primary Language:
English 30.2%
French 1.3%
Chinese 55.3%
Vietnamese 4.7%
Spanish 2.6%
Tagalog (Filipino) 0.2%
Average household income: $25,744
Occupied private dwellings 4,135
Dwellings per hectare 15.3
Percentage of rental units 84.3%
Average Rent (circa 2000) $466
Types of dwellings:
Single-detached house 10.8%
Semi-detached house 2.8%
Detached duplex 7.5%
Row house 7.4%
Apartment under 5-storeys 40.6%
Apartment over 5-storeys 28.9%

Schools

St. Francis Xavier Secondary
428 Great Northern Way
604.254.2714

Admiral Seymour Elementary
1130 Keefer Street
604.713.4641

Lord Strathcona Elementary
592 East Pender Street
604.713.4630

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