Chinatown, Vancouver Rentals

Homeowners in Chinatown benefit from several choices to travel without the need for a car. Chinatown is especially transit friendly. More specifically, rapid transit stations, such as Main Street-Science World Station @ Platform 1 and Main Street-Science World Station @ Platform 2 on the Expo Line, are not very far from most properties in the neighbourhood. There are about 20 bus lines passing through the neighbourhood, and most properties are very close to a bus stop. Walking is also very practical for home buyers in this part of Vancouver; many daily needs are very convenient to carry out on foot, and innumerable businesses of different types can be found as well. A large number of people in the area use their bicycle because this part of the city features a great cycling infrastructure, and bike-share stations are never more than a short distance away.

It is frequently an option for property owners in this area to shop for general and specialty groceries by walking. Additionally, those who like to dine in restaurants or cafes will have a fair number of choices in Chinatown, for instance along Abbott Street. With regards to education, both primary and secondary schools are very easy to reach on foot from any location in this part of the city. However, daycares are not particularly abundant and consequently may require an extended walk to get to.

Chinatown offers a variety of experiences for those who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time outdoors. Finding things to do is very easy in this neighbourhood. There are often a very large number of people around, there are many nearby entertainment venues, and with its a few bars, there are options for nighttime activities. Hastings Street in particular offers an extensive selection of nightlife. There are a few green spaces close by for residents to relax in and they are especially well-situated, making them very easy to get to from a large number of locations within this part of the city.

Chinatown experienced its largest construction boom following the year 2000, so most of the available homes are from this era. The substantial proportion of large apartment buildings in the housing stock of this neighbourhood is an important part of its character. About 60% of the properties in the neighbourhood are occupied by renters while the rest are occupied by owners. This part of the city is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes.