6 8589 Rivergrass Dr, Vancouver, BC, MLS^® R3038309

Welcome to 6 8589 Rivergrass Drive in Vancouver, BC, where you'll find a beautiful home nestled in the heart of the city. As a seasoned realtor, I'm excited to share with you the unique features and benefits of this property, as well as the surrounding community.

Education

Families love this area because of the excellent schools nearby. The property is serviced by Champlain Heights Community Elementary School, which is just 1.73 km away. This school has a rating of No Rating, but it's a highly sought-after institution in the area. Additionally, Killarney Secondary School is also within a 2.48 km radius, offering a range of academic programs and extracurricular activities for students.

For those seeking an independent school education, the closest Elementary school is Qawsain Knowledge House, which is 3.12 km away and also has a rating of No Rating. The closest Secondary independent school is Vancouver Formosa Academy, located 3.42 km from the property and also with a rating of No Rating.

Safety

When it comes to safety, this neighbourhood has an Average crime rate compared to other Canadian cities, according to Statistics Canada's 2020 report. There were 52,217 volation disturbances in the area, with an overall crime rate of 7,470.82 incidents per 100,000 population. While there were some incidents of drug-related crimes, the rate was Average, with 1,604 illegal substances lawbreaking disturbances in 2020. Property crimes in the area were also Above Average, but the year-over-year change in property misconduct rate was a positive -20.80%. On the other hand, violent crime rate was Below Average at 1,311.69 incidents per 100,000 population, with a year-over-year change of 3.53%.

Demographics

The demographics of this area are interesting, with 35.1% of the population holding a university certificate or degree, which is High compared to other BC neighbourhoods. On the other hand, 12.4% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Below Average compared to the average in BC. The median household income in the area is $76,826, which is Above Average in comparison to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $34,432, which is Average compared to the BC average. Additionally, 62.7% of households in the area have a mortgage, which is Above Average.

Transit

Getting around this area is convenient, with the closest Bus station, Eastbound Sawmill Cres @ River District Crossing, located just 0.11 km away from the property.

Lifestyle Amenities

This area offers a range of lifestyle amenities, including parks, beaches, trails, dog parks, shopping malls, grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops, and hospitals nearby. The property is located in a desirable area with a High population change between 2011 and 2016, at 12.8%. The population density per square kilometre in this community is 2930, which is Above Average.

Real Estate Context

The average size of families in the area is 2.8, which is Below Average compared to the whole region. However, 66.4% of families in the area have children, which is Above Average. The average age of the population in this area is 42, which is Average compared to other BC cities. The average value of dwellings in this neighbourhood is $762,082, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia. Additionally, average owner payments are Above Average, with owners spending $1,445 on average for the dwelling. Tenants are paying $1,182 in this district, which is also Above Average.

Community

This area is a wonderful community with a diverse range of residents. 35.4% of the population in this district are renters, which is Above Average compared to other BC cities and areas. The language spoken at home in this area is predominantly English, with 88.2% of the population speaking only English. However, 5.7% of the population speaks neither English nor French, which is High compared to other BC cities.

Transportation

The transportation options in this area are varied, with 20.4% of the population using Public Transport, which is Above Average. However, 76.7% of the population uses Cars, which is Below Average. 1% of the population uses Bicycles, which is Average, and 1.6% of the population walks, which is Low.

If you're looking for a property that offers a great balance of lifestyle amenities, excellent schools, and convenient transit options, then 6 8589 Rivergrass Drive in Vancouver, BC, MLS^® R3038309, is definitely worth considering.