Strathcona, Vancouver, British Columbia Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Small apartment buildings are the predominant housing type, representing around 40% of buildings in Strathcona, while large apartment buildings are the main alternative in the housing stock. This part of Vancouver has a good variety of unit sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. About three quarters of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home while owners make up the remainder. Around 30% of homes in this neighbourhood were built before the 1960s, while many of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1960s and the 1980s. Read more about Strathcona real estate
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1619 68 Smithe Street Vancouver, BCCourtesy of: Team 3000 Realty Ltd., Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd.
Transportation
Strathcona offers homeowners the choice between a variety of methods of transportation. With VCC - Clark Station with access to the Millennium Skytrain, and approximately 20 nearby bus lines, travelling by public transit is very convenient in Strathcona. It is also straightforward for people walking to move around in Strathcona; most daily needs are especially convenient to carry out on foot, and plenty of businesses are nearby. This part of Vancouver is cycling-friendly because the cycling network is well-developed.
Services
It is very often an option for property owners in Strathcona to purchase general and specialty groceries on foot. Furthermore, owing to 50-odd restaurants and cafes in Strathcona, there is usually a spot to get some food or drink just around the corner. An excellent selection of clothing stores is also available within a very short walking distance. As far as education is concerned, schools and daycares are easy to walk to from most houses for sale in Strathcona.
Character
Strathcona is a great neighbourhood for home buyers who enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities. This part of Vancouver has many streets to discover. There are a large number of people around most of the time, there is a good selection of entertainment venues, and finding one of the a few bars is very easy as they are generally situated in very convenient locations. There are about 10 parks close by for residents to relax in and they are especially well-spread out, which makes them easy to reach.
