Kensington-Cedar Cottage, Vancouver Rentals

Kensington-Cedar Cottage is a very good part of the city with regards to travelling without driving. This area is home to a very good public transit system. More precisely, there is Commercial-Broadway Station @ Platform 3 and Commercial-Broadway Station @ Platform 4 on the Expo Line. There are about 10 bus lines crossing the neighbourhood, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most properties. It is also especially convenient for pedestrians to move around in this area; most day-to-day needs are easy to meet by walking, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. This neighbourhood is a fairly pleasant part of Vancouver for cyclists. In particular, bike share are quite nearby, and this part of the city features a good cycling infrastructure.

Families will find that no matter where their house is located in Kensington-Cedar Cottage, schools and daycares are nearby. Along with public schools, there are private primary and secondary schools. When it comes to food, it is very easy to get to both a general and a specialty grocery store on foot from any home in Kensington-Cedar Cottage. Moreover, there are a good number of choices within walking distance for those who appreciate restaurants and cafes.

Home buyers who prefer a calm environment will enjoy Kensington-Cedar Cottage. It is easy to access green spaces from the majority of locations within the neighbourhood since there are around 10 of them close by for residents to discover. This part of Vancouver is also good for those who enjoy quiet surroundings, as the streets are generally reasonably tranquil.

About 85% of buildings are duplexes, making it easy to find duplexes in Kensington-Cedar Cottage, whereas the rest are mainly large apartment buildings, small apartment buildings, and single detached homes. About two thirds of homes in this area were built following the year 2000, while most of the remaining buildings were constructed pre-1960 and in the 1960s. This neighbourhood has a good choice of unit sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. Homeowners occupy roughly 110% of the properties in Kensington-Cedar Cottage while the rest are rented.