25 Neighborhoods

Vancouver Neighborhoods Guide 2026

Find your perfect neighborhood. Compare rental prices, transit access, safety, and lifestyle across Vancouver's diverse communities.

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Gastown's iconic Steam Clock on Water Street with heritage buildings and cobblestone streets at dusk

Gastown

From $1,800

Historic charm meets urban grit in Vancouver's oldest neighborhood

Transit10/10
Safety6/10
Nightlife9/10
Young professionals in tech and creative industriesNightlife enthusiasts who want walkable bars and restaurants
Coal Harbour waterfront with luxury condos, marina, and North Shore mountains at sunset

Coal Harbour

From $2,200

Vancouver's most prestigious waterfront address with luxury living and unparalleled natural beauty

Transit9/10
Safety9/10
Nightlife3/10
High-income professionals and executives seeking luxury waterfront livingEmpty nesters downsizing from houses but refusing to compromise on quality
Aerial view of Downtown Vancouver skyline at sunset with illuminated towers and mountains

Downtown Vancouver

From $1,800

Vancouver's bustling commercial heart where glass towers meet the seawall

Transit10/10
Safety6/10
Nightlife9/10
Car-free lifestyle enthusiastsCareer-focused professionals who want to walk to work
English Bay Beach with West End high-rises, sandy beach, and North Shore mountains at golden hour

English Bay

From $1,900

Vancouver's most iconic beach neighborhood with world-class sunsets at your doorstep

Transit9/10
Safety9/10
Nightlife4/10
Beach lifestyle enthusiasts who want sand steps from homeProfessionals seeking ocean views and walkable urban living
False Creek waterfront at sunset with BC Place dome, high-rise condos, and reflections on the water

False Creek

From $1,900

Waterfront living on Vancouver's iconic urban inlet with unmatched Seawall access

Transit9/10
Safety8/10
Nightlife5/10
Active lifestyle enthusiasts (Seawall runners, cyclists, paddleboarders)Young professionals seeking modern waterfront living
Kitsilano Beach with volleyball courts, swimmers, and mountain backdrop

Kitsilano

From $1,800

Beach lifestyle meets urban sophistication in Vancouver's beloved Kits

Transit8/10
Safety9/10
Nightlife5/10
Young professionals (25-35) seeking active beach lifestyleUBC students and staff (10-15 min commute on 99 B-Line)
Yaletown heritage warehouses with loading docks converted to restaurants and patios

Yaletown

From $1,800

Vancouver's upscale urban village where heritage warehouses meet waterfront luxury

Transit10/10
Safety8/10
Nightlife8/10
Young professionals (25-40) seeking walkable upscale livingDINKs who love dining out and urban amenities
Vancouver's Chinatown Millennium Gate at sunset with traditional red lanterns and heritage buildings

Chinatown

From $1,500

One of North America's largest and oldest Chinatowns, where heritage meets transformation

Transit9/10
Safety5/10
Nightlife7/10
Culture enthusiasts who appreciate history and heritage architectureFoodies seeking authentic Chinese cuisine and modern cocktail bars
False Creek marina waterfront with sailboats and residential buildings on a sunny day

Fairview

From $1,700

Central living with world-class healthcare, transit, and urban convenience

Transit10/10
Safety9/10
Nightlife4/10
Healthcare workers at VGH, BC Women's, BC Children'sYoung professionals (25-40) prioritizing central location
Commercial Drive Little Italy with cafe patios, shops, and snow-capped mountains in the background

Grandview-Woodland

From $1,500

Vancouver's multicultural heart with Italian soul and indie spirit

Transit9/10
Safety7/10
Nightlife7/10
Young professionals who value community over polishCreative types and artists seeking an authentic neighborhood vibe
Aerial view of Hastings-Sunrise neighborhood in fall with colorful trees and North Shore mountains

Hastings-Sunrise

From $1,400

East Vancouver's family-friendly gem with Italian heritage and PNE access

Transit8/10
Safety8/10
Nightlife4/10
Young families seeking affordability and parksWorking professionals commuting to downtown or Burnaby
Kerrisdale Village streetscape with shops and tree-lined avenues

Kerrisdale

From $1,600

Vancouver's upscale suburban village with tree-lined streets and old-money charm

Transit7/10
Safety10/10
Nightlife2/10
Young families with children seeking excellent schoolsUBC faculty and graduate students (15-20 min commute)
Main Street Vancouver at dusk with historic buildings, shops, and North Shore mountains in distance

Main Street

From $1,600

Vancouver's indie heartbeat—where vintage shops, craft breweries, and creative culture collide

Transit9/10
Safety8/10
Nightlife7/10
Creative professionals and artists (25-35)Vintage fashion and indie retail enthusiasts
Mount Pleasant neighborhood street view

Mount Pleasant

From $1,600

Trendy, creative, and craft-beer fueled - Vancouver's artsy neighborhood with edge

Transit9/10
Safety7/10
Nightlife9/10
Young professionals and creatives seeking community vibeCraft beer enthusiasts and foodies
Science World geodesic dome at dusk with False Creek reflections and Vancouver skyline

Olympic Village

From $1,700

Vancouver's greenest neighborhood where sustainable living meets waterfront urban energy

Transit10/10
Safety9/10
Nightlife6/10
Environmentally-conscious professionals (25-40) who value sustainabilityActive lifestyle enthusiasts with direct Seawall access
Strathcona neighborhood street view

Strathcona

From $1,400

Vancouver's oldest neighborhood where heritage meets community activism

Transit9/10
Safety5/10
Nightlife4/10
Artists and creatives seeking affordable studio spaceCommunity-minded individuals who value neighborhood activism
West End neighborhood street view

West End

From $1,800

Vancouver's most walkable and diverse neighborhood with Stanley Park at your doorstep

Transit10/10
Safety8/10
Nightlife8/10
LGBTQ+ individuals and alliesYoung professionals who want car-free living
Aerial view of Commercial Drive and East 1st Avenue intersection with downtown Vancouver and North Shore mountains

Commercial Drive

From $1,400

East Van's bohemian heart where counter-culture meets Italian espresso

Transit10/10
Safety7/10
Nightlife8/10
Artists, musicians, and creative professionalsLGBTQ+ community members seeking welcoming spaces
Dunbar residential street with ocean view, cargo ship, and North Shore mountains through trees

Dunbar

From $1,600

Vancouver's quintessential family neighborhood with village charm and greenspace

Transit6/10
Safety10/10
Nightlife2/10
Young families seeking top-tier schools and safetyUBC faculty, staff, and graduate students
Aerial view of Marpole with Fraser River, bridges, and North Shore mountains

Marpole

From $1,400

Affordable living with excellent transit—South Vancouver's accessible neighborhood

Transit9/10
Safety7/10
Nightlife3/10
Budget-conscious renters seeking affordability (20-30% below downtown)Airport workers and frequent flyers (10 min to YVR)
Aerial rendering of Oakridge Park development with modern towers, downtown Vancouver, and North Shore mountains

Oakridge

From $1,700

Family-friendly and redeveloping - Vancouver's suburban heart with rapid transit access

Transit9/10
Safety9/10
Nightlife3/10
Families seeking good schools and safe streetsTransit-dependent commuters to downtown or Richmond
Point Grey neighborhood view

Point Grey

From $1,900

Vancouver's most prestigious westside neighborhood where academic excellence meets coastal elegance

Transit6/10
Safety10/10
Nightlife2/10
UBC faculty, staff, and graduate students (5-15 min commute)Affluent families seeking prestigious school catchments
Riley Park neighborhood view

Riley Park

From $1,700

Family-friendly residential charm with Vancouver's best park at your doorstep

Transit8/10
Safety9/10
Nightlife3/10
Families with young children seeking excellent schools and parksYoung professionals wanting residential calm with urban amenities
Shaughnessy residential street with ocean view and North Shore mountains through trees

Shaughnessy

From $1,400

Vancouver's most exclusive residential enclave of heritage estates and tree-lined boulevards

Transit5/10
Safety10/10
Nightlife1/10
Affluent families seeking prestige and excellent schoolsThose who value privacy, quietness, and green space
Granville Street Bridge approach with fall colors, high-rise towers, and trolley wires at dusk

South Granville

From $1,900

Where sophistication meets heritage on Vancouver's elegant shopping corridor

Transit9/10
Safety10/10
Nightlife4/10
Established professionals (35+) seeking sophisticated livingCouples and mature renters prioritizing quality over nightlife

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