2 1915 E 3rd Ave, Vancouver, BC, MLS^® R3078374

Welcome to 2 1915 E 3rd Avenue, a charming address in the heart of Vancouver, BC! As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to guide you through the community, highlighting the excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and exciting lifestyle amenities that make this property a dream come true.

Let's start with the schools. This home is serviced by the highly-rated Laura Secord Elementary School, located just 0.75 km away. With a rating of 6.4/10, families love this school for its strong academic programs and supportive community. Additionally, Vancouver Technical Secondary School is just 7.23 km away, offering students a well-rounded education and plenty of opportunities for growth.

But what about independent schools? St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School is the closest independent school to this property, boasting a stellar rating of 8.9/10 and a convenient location just 0.99 km away. For secondary education, Stratford Hall School is the closest independent option, with a rating of 8.7/10 and a location just 1.2 km from this home.

Now, let's talk about safety. According to the latest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighborhood has an average crime rate of 7,470.82, which is typical for urban areas. While there were 52,217 reported disturbances, the overall rate is considered average compared to other Canadian cities. What's more, the year-over-year change in the total crime rate is a reassuring -14.94%.

Crime-wise, the property with listing MLS^® R3078374 has an average drug crime rate, with 1,604 reported incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the illegal substances offences ranking is a modest 1.58%. Property crimes in the neighborhood are above average, with 35,089 reported incidents in 2020. However, the year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is a positive -20.80%.

Violent crime is also a concern, but in this neighborhood, it's below average, with 1,311.69 reported incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in the violent crime rate is a relatively low 3.53%.

Now, let's focus on lifestyle amenities. The closest bus station is Northbound Commercial Dr @ E 3rd Ave, just 0.3 km away from this listing with MLS^® R3078374. Whether you're commuting to work or exploring the city, public transportation is convenient and accessible.

This neighborhood is home to a diverse population, with 38% of residents holding a university certificate or degree – a high percentage compared to other BC neighborhoods. Additionally, the median household income is $78,746, which is above average compared to the British Columbia average. Median personal income is $34,336, which is average, while the percentage of households with a mortgage is 48.3%, which is below average.

Unemployment rates in this area are low, at 4.8%, which is lower than the average in other provinces. The population change between 2011 and 2016 was 2.1%, which is average compared to the region's growth rate.

With a population density of 6,226.3 people per square kilometer, this community is densely populated, but still offers a vibrant and diverse environment. Average family size is 2.9 people, which is average compared to the region. However, 62.7% of families in this area have children, which is above average. Married or living common law couples make up 53.9% of the population, which is below average.

The average age of the population is 40.2 years, which is below average compared to other BC cities. Average dwelling value in this neighborhood is $1,303,033, which is high compared to other areas in British Columbia.

As a homeowner, you can expect to pay around $1,625 per month in average owner payments for your property. Tenants, on the other hand, pay an average of $1,233 per month, which is above average compared to other cities.

Renters make up 34.5% of the population in this area, which is above average compared to other BC cities and areas. English and French speakers make up 14.3% of the population, which is above average, while English speakers only account for 78.7%, which is below average. French speakers only account for 0.1%, which is below average, while neither English nor French speakers make up 6.8%, which is high compared to other BC cities.

Finally, 30.3% of the population in this area uses public transportation, which is high, while 51.6% use cars, which is low. 12.4% of people use bicycles in this area, which is high,