2431 W Brdway St, Vancouver, BC, MLS^® R3061987

Welcome to 2431 W Broadway Street, a charming home in the heart of Vancouver's Kitsilano neighborhood, listed as MLS^® R3061987.

As we stroll through this vibrant community, you'll notice the proximity to some of the best schools in the city. General Gordon Elementary School, with its No Rating, is just a 0.73 km walk from our home. This school is a great choice for families, and it's wonderful to have such a strong educational foundation nearby.

In addition to General Gordon Elementary, Kitsilano Secondary School, also with a No Rating, is just a 0.33 km walk. This school offers a range of programs and opportunities for students, and its proximity to our home is a definite advantage.

For families seeking an independent school option, Fraser Academy is the closest elementary school, with a No Rating, located just 0.31 km from our home. And for secondary school, Fraser Academy is also the closest option, with a No Rating, just 0.31 km away.

Now, let's talk about safety. According to the latest crime data from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighborhood has an overall crime rate of 7,470.82, which is Average compared to other Canadian cities. This means you can feel confident and secure in our community. Additionally, the year-over-year change in the total crime rate is -14.94%, indicating a decrease in crime over time.

When it comes to specific types of crime, the rate of drug-related offenses is Average, with a rating of 229.49 and 1,604 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in this rate is 1.58%. Property crimes, on the other hand, are Above Average, with a rating of 5,020.27 and 35,089 incidents in 2020. The year-over-year change in this rate is -20.80%.

Violent crime rates are also worth noting, with 9,168 incidents in 2020 and a rating of 1,311.69, which is Below Average compared to other BC municipalities. The year-over-year change in this rate is 3.53%.

Now, let's talk about lifestyle. Our home is conveniently located near the Westbound W Broadway @ Balsam St bus station, just 0.03 km away. This makes it easy to get around the city without a car.

In terms of demographics, this 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. On the other hand, 6% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC.

The median household income in this neighborhood is $61,600, which is Below Average compared to the BC 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.

Unemployment rates are also worth noting, with 5.7% in this area, which is Below Average compared to other province neighborhoods.

In terms of population growth, this neighborhood has experienced an Above Average growth rate of 3.8% between 2011 and 2016. This is a great sign for the community, indicating a strong and dynamic population.

The population density in this area is 10,481.6 people per square kilometer, which is High compared to other areas. The average family size is 2.4, which is Low compared to the whole region. The percentage of families with children is 36.4%, which is Low, and the percentage of married or living common-law couples is 44.4%, which is also Low.

The average age of the population is 40.5, which is Average compared to other BC cities. The average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is $974,976, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia.

In terms of housing costs, the average owner payments are Above Average, with owners spending $1,495 per month on their dwellings. Tenants, on the other hand, are paying $1,301 per month, which is also Above Average.

Finally, 68.5% of the population in this area are renters, which is High compared to other BC cities and areas. The percentage of English and French speakers is 17.9%, which is Above Average, while the percentage of English speakers only is 81.1%, which is Below Average. The percentage of French speakers only is 0.1%, which is Below Average, and the percentage of neither English nor French speakers is 0.9%, which is Average.

In terms of transportation, 39.7% of the population uses public transport, which is High, while