1115 161 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC, MLS^® R3068609

Welcome to 1115 161 W Georgia Street, a fantastic property located in the heart of Vancouver, BC, with MLS listing number R3068609. As a seasoned realtor, I'm excited to share with you the incredible features of this home and the surrounding community.

Education

Just a stone's throw away from 1115 161 W Georgia Street, you'll find Lord Strathcona Community Elementary School, rated No Rating, yet highly regarded by families in the area. This school is only 0.58 km from the property, making it an ideal choice for families with young children. Additionally, King George Secondary School, also with a No Rating, is located 2.15 km from the property, offering a range of educational options for students of all ages.

If you're looking for alternative education options, The Westside School, an independent elementary school, is just 0.18 km from the property and has a No Rating. For secondary education, Lowell High School, an independent secondary school, is also nearby, with a No Rating and located 0.22 km from the property.

Safety

According to the latest crime statistics from Statistics Canada (2020), the neighborhood around 1115 161 W Georgia Street has an overall crime rate of 7,470.82, which is considered Average compared to other Canadian cities. There were 52,217 reported incidents in the area, with a rate of 7,470.82 incidents per 100,000 population. This is a relatively safe community, with a low crime rate and a strong sense of security.

Breaking down the crime statistics, we see that the drug crime rate is Average, with a rating of 229.49 and 1,604 reported incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the drug crime rate is 1.58%. Property crimes in the area are Above Average, with a rating of 5,020.27 and 35,089 reported incidents in 2020. However, the year-over-year change in the property crime rate is -20.80%.

Violent crimes in the neighborhood are Below Average, with a rating of 1,311.69 and 9,168 reported incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the violent crime rate is 3.53%, indicating a relatively stable and secure community.

Community Amenities

The neighborhood around 1115 161 W Georgia Street offers a range of community amenities, including Larwill Park @ Layover Only, a bus station located just 0.12 km from the property. This convenient public transportation option makes it easy to get around the city.

Demographics

The community surrounding 1115 161 W Georgia Street is characterized by a highly educated population, with 53.2% of residents holding a university certificate or degree, which is High compared to other BC neighborhoods. In contrast, only 2.5% of the population in the area has no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC.

In terms of income, the median household income in the area is $72,082, which is Average compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $42,581, which is High compared to the BC average. Furthermore, 78.4% of households in the area have a mortgage, which is High compared to other neighborhoods.

Lifestyle

The neighborhood around 1115 161 W Georgia Street offers a range of lifestyle amenities, including parks, beaches, trails, dog parks, shopping malls, grocery stores, restaurants, and coffee shops. The area is also close to hospitals, making it an ideal choice for families and individuals who value access to quality healthcare.

Real Estate

The average value of dwellings in the neighborhood is $601,178, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia. The average owner payments in the area are also High, with owners spending $1,706 on average for their dwellings. Tenants in the area are paying $1,888 on average, which is also High compared to other cities.

In terms of property ownership, 57.2% of the population in the area are renters, which is High compared to other BC cities and areas. However, the percentage of English and French speakers in the area is 86.7%, which is Below Average. The percentage of Neither English nor French speakers is 3.1%, which is Above Average.

Transportation

The neighborhood around 1115 161 W Georgia Street offers a range of transportation options, including public transportation, cars, bicycles, and walking. In fact, 27.2% of the population in the area uses public transportation, which is High. 24.4% of the population uses cars, which is Low. 3.8% of the population uses bicycles, which is High. 42.6%