2168 W 8th Ave, Vancouver, BC, MLS^® R3052032

Welcome to 2168 W 8th Avenue, a wonderful home in Vancouver's vibrant Kitsilano neighborhood. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to show you around this beautiful community and highlight its many amenities.

Education

Our home is served by General Gordon Elementary School, rated No Rating but located just 1.19 km away. Families love this area because of its excellent schools, and General Gordon Elementary is no exception. You'll also find Kitsilano Secondary School nearby, with a rating of No Rating, just 0.78 km from our home.

For parents seeking alternative education options, St. Augustine's Elementary Independent School is the closest option, with a rating of No Rating and located just 0.1 km from our home. For secondary education, St. John's School is a top choice, with a rating of 9.6/10 and located just 0.21 km from our home.

Safety

According to Statistics Canada's 2020 report, the area around 2168 W 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC has an overall crime rate of 7,470.82, which is Average compared to other Canadian cities. The year-by-year change in the total crime rate is -14.94%, indicating a decrease in crime over time. Specifically, the drug crime rate is Average, with a rating of 229.49 and 1,604 incidents in 2020. The year-by-year change in the illegal substances offenses ranking is 1.58%. Property crimes in the area are Above Average, with a rating of 5,020.27 and 35,089 incidents in 2020. The year-by-year change in the property misconduct rate is -20.80%. Violent lawbreaking disorders are Below Average, with a rate of 1,311.69 and 9,168 incidents in 2020. The year-by-year change in the violent crime rate is 3.53%.

Community

The closest Bus station is Westbound W Broadway @ Arbutus St, just 0.08 km away from our home with MLS^® R3052032. This convenient location makes it easy to get around the city without a car.

Demographics

Our neighborhood is home to a highly educated population, with 52.4% of residents holding a university certificate or degree, which is High compared to other BC neighborhoods. In contrast, 6% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC.

The median household income in our area is $61,600, which is Below Average compared to the British Columbia average. However, the median personal income is $40,422, which is Above Average compared to the BC average. The percentage of households with a mortgage is 52.1%, which is Below Average.

Lifestyle

The unemployment rate in our area is 5.7%, which is Below Average compared to other province neighborhoods. The population change between 2011 and 2016 was 3.8%, which is Above Average in comparison to average growth rate of this region.

Housing

Our neighborhood is home to a diverse range of housing options, with an average dwelling value of $974,976, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia. The average owner payments are Above Average, with owners spending $1,495 on average for their dwelling. Tenants are paying $1,301, which is Above Average compared to other cities.

Transportation

The area around our home is well-connected, with 39.7% of the population using Public Transport, which is High. 35.2% of residents use Cars, which is Low. 9.9% of people use Bicycles, which is High, and 13.6% of the population walks, which is also High.

Language

The language spoken in our area is diverse, with 17.9% of residents speaking English and French, which is Above Average. 81.1% of residents speak only English, which is Below Average. 0.1% of residents speak only French, which is Below Average. 0.9% of residents speak neither English nor French, which is Average.

Overall, our neighborhood is a vibrant and diverse community with a wide range of amenities and services. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to help you find your dream home in this wonderful area. Contact me today to schedule a viewing of 2168 W 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC MLS^® R3052032.