West End Real Estate & Houses for Sale

West End has a character that caters to a fairly diverse group of people. It is very easy to find dynamic streets in this neighbourhood. Even though there are relatively few nearby entertainment venues, there are usually masses of people around, and finding one of the approximately 10 bars is very easy as they are generally situated in especially convenient locations. The noise levels in West End are reasonably low, as the streets tend to be quite calm. It is very easy to get to parks from numerous locations in the neighbourhood, since many homes have one very close by. There are a few green spaces nearby for residents to relax in, such as English Bay Beach Park.

Transportation

Homeowners in this area are presented with various alternatives to move around without the need for a car. Owing to around 10 nearby bus lines, travelling by public transit is straightforward in West End. This area is also an extremely pleasant part of Vancouver for pedestrians; meeting day-to-day needs is very convenient on foot, and a very large number of businesses of different types can be found as well. Active house buyers will appreciate the very cycling-friendly character of West End. More specifically, the cycling infrastructure is reasonably extensive, and a bike share station can generally be found in close proximity.

Housing

The sizeable percentage of large apartment buildings in the housing stock of West End is an important part of its character. About 45% of properties in this neighbourhood were built in the 1960s and 1970s, while many of the remaining buildings were constructed pre-1960 and in the 1980s. Notably, this neighbourhood is good for those looking for one bedroom homes. Renters occupy roughly 80% of the properties in West End and 20% are occupied by owners.

Services

Parents and their children will welcome that no matter where their house is located in West End, both primary and secondary schools are close by. At the secondary level, there are both public and private schools. Concerning eating, property owners in West End almost always have to use a vehicle to access one of approximately 30 grocery stores. Nevertheless, it is generally a very short distance to the closest pharmacy, which can provide some staple foods.