1 2785 W 21 Ave, Vancouver, BC, MLS^® R3065179

Welcome to 1 2785 W 21 Avenue in the vibrant neighborhood of Arbutus, Vancouver, BC. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to share with you the unique features and benefits of this stunning property, listed as MLS^® R3065179.

Let's start with the schools. Trafalgar Elementary School, located just 0.51 km from 1 2785 W 21 Avenue, boasts an impressive rating of 6.7/10. This highly-regarded school is a major draw for families, and its proximity to this property makes it an ideal choice for those with children.

In addition to Trafalgar Elementary, this home is also serviced by Prince of Wales Secondary School, situated 1.17 km away. While Prince of Wales doesn't have a rating, it's a well-established institution that offers a range of academic and extracurricular programs. For families seeking an independent elementary school experience, Pear Tree Elementary School is just 1.11 km from 1 2785 W 21 Avenue, offering a unique alternative to traditional public education.

If you're looking for a secondary independent school, Fraser Academy is located 1.23 km from this property, providing students with a specialized learning environment.

Now, let's talk about safety. The latest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020) shows that this neighborhood has an average crime rate of 7,470.82, which is typical for urban areas. While there were 52,217 disturbances in the area, the overall crime rate is considered average compared to other Canadian cities. In fact, the year-by-year change in the total crime rate is a notable -14.94%.

In terms of specific crime types, the neighborhood surrounding 1 2785 W 21 Avenue has an average rate of drug-related crimes, with 1,604 incidents in 2020. The year-by-year change in the drug crime rate is a relatively small 1.58%. Property crimes, however, are slightly above average, with 35,089 incidents in 2020. Despite this, the year-by-year change in the property crime rate is a positive -20.80%.

Violent crimes, on the other hand, are below average in this neighborhood, with 9,168 incidents in 2020. The rate of 1,311.69 is considerably lower than other BC municipalities, and the year-by-year change in the violent crime rate is a modest 3.53%.

As you navigate this neighborhood, you'll find that public transportation is convenient and accessible. The closest bus station, Southbound Macdonald St @ W 21 Ave, is just 0.07 km away from 1 2785 W 21 Avenue, making it easy to get around without a car.

Demographically, this neighborhood is characterized by a high percentage of residents with a university certificate or degree (47.2%), which is significantly higher than the average in BC. Conversely, the percentage of residents with no certificate or degree (10.2%) is lower than the average in BC.

In terms of household income, the median household income near 1 2785 W 21 Avenue is $82,432, which is above average compared to other neighborhoods in British Columbia. The median personal income, $33,554, is average compared to the BC average. Interestingly, 44.5% of households in this neighborhood have a mortgage, which is lower than the average.

Unemployment rates in this area are also relatively low, at 6%, which is below average compared to other provinces.

Looking at population growth, the area surrounding 1 2785 W 21 Avenue has experienced a relatively low population change of -4.8% between 2011 and 2016, which is lower than the average growth rate in this region.

In terms of population density, this neighborhood has a high density of 3,712.1 people per square kilometer, making it a bustling and vibrant area.

Families in this neighborhood tend to be larger, with an average family size of 3, which is above average compared to other regions. The percentage of families with children is also high (69.5%), and the percentage of married or living common law couples is average (57.5%).

The average age of the population in this area is 42.4, which is average compared to other BC cities.

Real estate in this neighborhood is characterized by high average dwelling values, with prices averaging $3,064,263, which is significantly higher than other areas in British Columbia.

Owner payments in this area are also relatively high, with owners spending an average of $2,459 on their dwellings. Tenants, on the other hand, are paying an average of $1,558, which is also high compared to other cities.

Renters make up approximately 27.5% of the population in