{"id":6082,"date":"2019-02-24T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-02-24T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.liv.rent\/?p=6082"},"modified":"2024-01-24T13:39:33","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T21:39:33","slug":"neighbourhood-guide-west-end-vancouver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/neighbourhoods\/neighbourhood-guide-west-end-vancouver\/","title":{"rendered":"Neighbourhood Guide: West End Vancouver"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>So much of what people love about <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Vancouver (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/vancouver\" target=\"_blank\">Vancouver<\/a> \u2014 sunsets on the beach, Stanley Park, incredible food, the seawall \u2014 are found here in the West End. The neighbourhood has a distinctly charming character and covers a good chunk of the city&#8217;s downtown peninsula. This guide to the West End will walk you through everything you need to know about the area, including, of course, all the very best places to shop, eat, and drink. And, if the West End is going to be your new home, then we&#8217;ll also show you how you can find the perfect place on <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"liv.rent (opens in a new tab)\">liv.rent<\/a> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"toc\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid black; text-align: center; margin: 20px 0%; padding: 20px\">\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#where\">Location: Where is Vancouver&#8217;s West End?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#live\">What is it like to live in the West End?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#average-rent\">Average rent in the West End<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#average-house-prices\">Average house prices in the West End<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#schools\">Schools in the West End<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#transportation\">Transportation in the West End<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#recreation-sports\">Recreation &amp; Sports in the West End<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#food-entertainment\">Food &amp; Entertainment in the West End<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#rentals\">Rentals in the West End<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br> \n\n<style> \n.background-renter-cta-perfect-home { \n  text-align: center; \n  color: #303030; \n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; \n  font-size: 24px; \n} \n\n.cta-block-renter-cta-perfect-home p{ \n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; \n  color: #303030;  \n  font-weight: 400; \n  text-align: center;  \n  font-size: 16px; \n} \n\n.cta-block-renter-cta-perfect-home { \n  background-color: #F5F5F5; \n  border-radius: 16px; \n  padding: 30px; \n  text-align: center; \n  margin: 20px 0px; \n} \n\n.button-renter-cta-perfect-home { \n  margin-top: 20px; \n  padding: 12px 16px; \n  background: #1D415E; \n  border: 0px solid white; \n  box-shadow: 0px 6px 8px -2px rgba(29, 66, 94, 0.4), 0px 12px 16px rgba(32, 121, 193, 0.15); \n  border-radius: 6px; \n  cursor: pointer; \n  font-family: 'Inter'; \n  font-style: normal; \n  font-weight: 600; \n  font-size: 14px; \n  line-height: 16px; \n  text-align: center; \n  color: #FFFFFF; \n} \n<\/style> \n<div class=\"background-renter-cta-perfect-home cta-block-renter-cta-perfect-home\"> \n<h3><strong>Rent your perfect home with liv.rent<\/strong><\/h3> \n\n<p>Search houses, rooms, condos and apartments for rent. Chat instantly with verified landlords. Apply to multiple listings. Save your chat history &#038; signed documents all on one platform.<\/p> \n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/renters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><button id=\"button-renter-cta-perfect-home\" class=\"button-renter-cta-perfect-home\">Sign Up For Free<\/button><\/a> \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"where\">Location: Where is Vancouver&#8217;s West End?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This neighbourhood is bordered by the waters of <a href=\"https:\/\/vancouver.ca\/parks-recreation-culture\/english-bay-beach.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"English Bay (opens in a new tab)\">English Bay<\/a> on its south, Georgia Street to the north, Stanley Park to the west, and Burrard Street to the east. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The geography of the area also plays a key role in the West End\u2019s cultural life. Hemmed to the south by a long stretch of beaches along English Bay and to the west by the magnificent <a href=\"https:\/\/vancouver.ca\/parks-recreation-culture\/stanley-park.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Stanley Park (opens in a new tab)\">Stanley Park<\/a>, West Enders can boast about a pretty spectacular front yard! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All year long, the seawall, beaches, and parks are alive with people enjoying the outdoors \u2014 walking, biking, running, playing tennis, swimming, and more, within walking distance to <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2020\/02\/what-can-1800-in-rent-get-you-in-metro-vancouver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Vancouver\u2019s downtown (opens in a new tab)\">Vancouver\u2019s downtown<\/a>.&nbsp;It is truly is a dream neighbourhood for both urban dwellers and nature lovers alike.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"live\">What is it like to live in the West End?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The people living in the West End are diverse. There is a broad mix of young professionals, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"international students (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2020\/09\/international-student-guide-homestay-vs-renting-alone\/\" target=\"_blank\">international students<\/a>, and seniors who all equally appreciate the walkability and proximity to work, parks, transit and all other amenities.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The highly walkable area is a charming mix of old and new high rises, art deco low rises, and a sprinkling of heritage homes. <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Robson Street (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/robsonstreet.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">Robson Street<\/a>, Davie Street and Denman Street offer visitors and residents abundant choices for food, drink, and nightlife. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Find your West End home now by checking out listings on liv.rent:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Studio apartments for rent: <\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"West End (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/vancouver?bedroom_count=0&amp;page=1\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>West End<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>One-bedroom apartments for rent: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/vancouver?bedroom_count=1&amp;page=1\"><strong>West End<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Two-bedroom apartments for rent: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/vancouver?bedroom_count=2&amp;page=1\"><strong>West End<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Especially worth noting, the West End is home to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Davie Village (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/davievillage.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">Davie Village<\/a> which is defined as the strip of Davie Street between Burrard and Jervis. This is the heart of Vancouver\u2019s proud, strong LGBT community that is fundamental to the West End\u2019s identity and cultural significance. In fact, the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Pride Parade (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/vancouverpride.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pride Parade<\/a> that takes place here every summer is one of the largest in the world with tens of thousands of people flooding the area annually to enjoy the event and related festivities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fill your pantry and fridge with&nbsp;products from <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Whole Foods (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wholefoodsmarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Whole Foods<\/a>, Safeway, Kim\u2019s Market. Alternatively, hop on the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"False Creek Ferries (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/granvilleislandferries.bc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">False Creek Ferries<\/a> at the Aquatic Centre and visit Granville Island Market for your food shopping. Check out what the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"West End Community Centre (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/westendcc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">West End Community Centre<\/a> has to offer or walk to other nearby community centres in Yaletown or Coal Harbour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Roedde House Museum (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roeddehouse.org\/website\/index.php\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\">Roedde House Museum<\/a> in the West End&#8217;s heritage square. This late Victorian home was built in 1893 for Vancouver&#8217;s first bookbinder, Gustav Roedde and his wife.&nbsp;Beautifully restored this heritage house museum reflects the middle-class life of an immigrant family at the end of the 18th century. <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 2px solid lightcoral; text-align: center; margin: 20px 0%; padding: 20px; color: #BD8D7C;\">\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/09\/neighbourhood-guide-dunbar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: Dunbar<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/10\/neighborhood-guide-main-street\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: Main Street<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/08\/neighbourhood-guide-north-vancouver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: North Vancouver<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/02\/neighbourhood-guide-west-end-vancouver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: West End<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/11\/neighbourhood-guide-commercial-drive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: Commercial Drive<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/09\/neighborhood-guide-living-in-yaletown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: Yaletown<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/08\/vancouver-neighbourhoods-chinatown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: Chinatown<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"average-rent\">Average rent in the West End<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With all this convenience and natural beauty understandably comes higher rent prices. Average rent in the West End is on the upper end of Vancouver&#8217;s prices with one-bedroom, unfurnished units typically going for an average of $2,349 per month as of <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2022\/04\/april-2022-metro-vancouver-rent-report\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"April 2022 (opens in a new tab)\">April 2022<\/a>. This isn&#8217;t to say that rentals can&#8217;t be had for cheaper \u2013 the area has a variety of housing options including basement suites and older apartment buildings, as well as multi-bedroom apartments if you have roommates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the latest rental averages in the West End, be sure to check out our monthly <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Rent Reports for Metro Vancouver (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/category\/rent-reports\/vancouver\/\" target=\"_blank\">Rent Reports for Metro Vancouver<\/a> which feature a breakdown of Vancouver&#8217;s neighbourhoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"average-house-price\">Average house prices in the West End<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<table class=\"wp-block-table\"><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td>1 Bed<\/td><td>2 Bed<\/td><td>3 Bed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Apartment<\/td><td>$650,000<\/td><td>$1,200,000<\/td><td>$1,500,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Townhome<\/td><td>N\/A<\/td><td>$955,000<\/td><td>$1,400,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Detached<\/td><td>N\/A<\/td><td>$1,300,000<\/td><td>$1,800,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"schools\">Schools in the West End<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Lord Roberts Elementary (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vsb.bc.ca\/schools\/lord-roberts\/Pages\/Default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Lord Roberts Elementary<\/a> and the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Lord Roberts Annex (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vsb.bc.ca\/schools\/roberts-annex\/Pages\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Lord Roberts Annex<\/a> are located in the heart of the West End community. Both typically feed into the nearby <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"King George Secondary (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vsb.bc.ca\/schools\/king-george\/pages\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">King George Secondary<\/a>, located right by the West End Community Centre. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For higher education, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"UBC\u2019s downtown campus (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/robsonsquare.ubc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">UBC\u2019s downtown campus<\/a> is at Robson Square. <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"SFU\u2019s downtown campus (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.sfu.ca\/campuses\/vancouver.html\" target=\"_blank\">SFU\u2019s downtown campus<\/a> is in Harbour Centre near Gastown and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcit.ca\/about\/visit\/campuses-directions\/downtown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"BCIT (opens in a new tab)\">BCIT<\/a> offers a full range of programs at its 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When you do need to leave though, the West End&#8217;s transit options are also superb. The neighbourhood has an ideal location on the Northwestern edge of the downtown peninsula, and is well serviced by transit with buses running regularly along Robson, Davie, Denman and Georgia. Vancouver City Centre SkyTrain Station is easily accessible, with any of the West End&#8217;s bus lines (the 5, 19 or 240, for example) taking you there in about 10-15 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"recreation-sports\">Recreation &amp; Sports in the West End<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The West End is home to Stanley Park \u2013 one of Vancouver&#8217;s most iconic green spaces. It is home to an extensive trail network, beaches, pools, water parks, aquarium, majestic totem poles etc. Wrapped by a 10-kilometre ribbon of seawall, this park is a gem meant for all to enjoy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also be sure to check out the many beaches right at your doorstep \u2014 from <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/vancouver.ca\/parks-recreation-culture\/sunset-beach.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Sunset Beach<\/a> to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/vancouver.ca\/parks-recreation-culture\/third-beach.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Third Beach<\/a>, you have some of the world&#8217;s most beautiful shores available to you. Head over to Third Beach in Stanley Park on any sunny summer Tuesday and join in&nbsp;with Vancouver&#8217;s largest drum circle for&nbsp;a sunset jam celebrating sunsets and summer in the city.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"shop\">Food &amp; Entertainment in the West End<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Shopping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Robson street is lined with countless clothing, shoe and curiously, optical stores including <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Muji (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.muji.com\/ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">Muji<\/a>, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Nike (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nike.com\/ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">Nike<\/a>, and Vancouver&#8217;s own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aritzia.com\/en\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Aritzia (opens in a new tab)\">Aritzia<\/a> occupying nearly half a block of prime commercial real estate where Robson meets Thurlow street. On Alberni street, running parallel to Robson, you will find a proliferation of high-end luxury brands like <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Tiffany (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiffany.ca\/choose-your-language\/\" target=\"_blank\">Tiffany<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\" \"=\"\">Dining<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.kingyo-izakaya.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kingyo Izakaya<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Busy, unpretentious and excellent, Kingyo will impress with its izakaya fare. The chicken Karaage is a must \u2013 one of the best fried chicken options in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.espanarestaurant.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Espana<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Authentic with a twist, Espana elevates traditional Spanish tapas to an exquisite level. The menu changes regularly but the Espana G&amp;T remains and offers a twist on the classic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.hookseabar.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hook Sea Bar<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Near the water\u2019s edge, Hook Sea Bar offers a great 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Happy Hour featuring discounted oysters and plenty of drink specials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"rentals\">Rentals in the West End<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are plenty of apartments, houses, basement suites, and more available for rent in Vancouver&#8217;s West End. The area is an exceedingly popular destination for the city&#8217;s renters, and it&#8217;s not too hard to find housing downtown if you&#8217;re willing to do your homework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, the best place to begin your search is right here on liv.rent \u2013 our all-in-one rental platform lets renters browse listings safely and easily by connecting you with verified landlords and listings. For even easier, hands-off searching, you can now set <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=yOQ_vNqHbK4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"listing alerts (opens in a new tab)\">listing alerts<\/a> with your specific filters and be automatically notified whenever a new listing matching your specifications is posted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Find your West End home now by checking out listings on liv.rent:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Studio apartments for rent: <\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"West End (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/vancouver?bedroom_count=0&amp;page=1\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>West End<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>One-bedroom apartments for rent: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/vancouver?bedroom_count=1&amp;page=1\"><strong>West End<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Two-bedroom apartments for rent: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/vancouver?bedroom_count=2&amp;page=1\"><strong>West End<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Check out our other Metro Vancouver neighbourhood guides:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/09\/neighborhood-guide-living-in-yaletown\/\" target=\"_blank\">Yaletown<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/10\/neighborhood-guide-main-street\/\" target=\"_blank\">Main Street<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/08\/vancouver-neighbourhoods-chinatown\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chinatown<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/08\/neighbourhood-guide-north-vancouver\/\" target=\"_blank\">North Vancouver<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/04\/neighbourhood-guide-marine-and-cambie-hub\/\" target=\"_blank\">Marine &amp; Cambie Hub<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"New Westminster Brewery District (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2020\/02\/brewery-district-new-westminster\/\" target=\"_blank\">New Westminster Brewery District<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Richmond, BC (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2021\/05\/neighbourhood-guide-richmond-bc\/\" target=\"_blank\">Richmond, BC<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<br> \n\n<style> \n\n.button-rethink-way-you-rent { \n  background-color: #3E5B77; \n  border: 5px #26425C; \n  color: white; \n  padding: 10px 30px; \n  text-align: center; \n  text-decoration: none; \n  display: inline-block; \n  font-size: 15px; \n  margin: 5px 0px 20px 0px; \n  cursor: pointer; \n} \n<\/style> \n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-23097\" src=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Digital-Contracts-Cropped-2.gif\" alt=\"Find apartments &amp; houses for rent with the liv.rent app\" width=\"196\" height=\"370\" style=\"float:left;\"> \n\n<h3 style=\"color: #3E5B77;\">Rethink The Way You Rent<\/h3> \n\n<p>Not on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">liv.rent<\/a><\/strong> yet? Experience the ease of digital applications &#038; contracts, verified tenants &#038; landlords, virtual tours and more \u2013 all on one platform. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sign up for free<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/download\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> download the app<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p> \n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><button id=\"button-rethink-way-you-rent\" class=\"button-rethink-way-you-rent\">Learn More<\/button><\/a> \n\n<p style=\"color: #3E5B77\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/315027fd.sibforms.com\/serve\/MUIEALxBmw-zX8J7nIDbE8Y0GsbO2XD2wyS5o8IJ7wVaedytZTfE-Ysnf2unVSDuBMQ_DiIreTYMftk3u84zjN-NZ459-r4fafSVJmvHqufcCZsHOdl9YPdQlyNO_8e-aEyO3JswcwrjPcNt9Ll22P85SQ6zAIiqlLhL9S2Es9edJgfjg0307yN6DptRbjGnHobRqNlUNRLczWrl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Subscribe<\/a><\/strong> to receive the latest tenant &#038; landlord tips and get notified about changes in the Canadian rental market.\n<\/p> \n\n<p style=\"color: #3E5B77\"><strong>>> Stay up-to-date on the average rent in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal: <\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rent Reports<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The West End is one of Vancouver\u2019s oldest and most vibrant neighborhoods and also the largest on the Downtown peninsula. 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