617 221 Union St, Vancouver, BC | MLS^® R3083596 Property Details

Spacious 699sqft unit with A/C on the highly desired south side of V6A in Chinatown - only $822/sqft! This modern condo features a long list of benefits - high floor with excellent privacy, flexible floor plan w large spaces, great storage including 2 hall closets, private covered balcony, expansive & bright south facing view, heat pump (!!!), spacious bathroom, 1 secured parking & large storage locker. Polished concrete floors & over height ceilings give this unit a cool, modern feel. All in a solid, well maintained concrete building with concierge and gym. Pets + rentals allowed. Super central location - you're a short walk to the best of Chinatown, False Creek & the Seawall, Olympic Village & Yaletown with a bike route outside & the Skytrain nearby. Showing by appt - reach out to view!

General Info

Price $574,900

Total Bedrooms 1

Total Bathrooms 1

Half Bathrooms 0

Floor Area Total (sqft) 699

Lot Size -

Lot Size Depth -

Lot Size Frontage -

Basement None

Basement Features BasementFeatures

Property Metrics

Year Built 2010

Age Of Building 16

Building Type Apartment/Condo

Property Type Residential

Stories 1

Appliances Included Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove

Building Amenities Bike Room, Exercise Centre, Concierge, Caretaker, Trash, Hot Water, Management, Recreation Facilities

Building Features BuildingFeatures

Structures Multi Family, Residential Attached

Additional Details

MLS^® # R3083596

Area Vancouver East

Neighbourhood Strathcona

City Vancouver

Gross Taxes $1,936.44

Ownership Type Freehold Strata

Maintenance Fee $405.89

Community Features Shopping Nearby

Amenities Nearby Bike Room, Exercise Centre, Concierge, Caretaker, Trash, Hot Water, Management, Recreation Facilities

Fixtures Included -

Heating & Cooling

Fireplace 0

Heating Type Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump

Utilities

Utility Type Electricity Connected, Water Connected

Utility Sewer Public Sewer

Water (WaterSource) Public

Parking

Parking Type Underground, Lane Access

Total Parking Spaces 1

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Strata Restrictions Pets Allowed,Rentals Allowed

Pet Restrictions Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit (Two), Yes

Rental Restrictions 100

Zoning HA-1A

Rental Suites None

Laundry In Unit

# of Kitchens 1

Flooring Concrete

Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Interior Features Elevator, Storage

Locker 1

View Description Sunny City Views

Units In Development 140

Exterior Features Balcony

Sewer Public Sewer

Roof Torch-On

Property History

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Status	Date	Price

Rooms

Floor	Type	Dimensions
Main Level	Foyer	6' x 6' ft
Main Level	Kitchen	14' x 14' ft
Main Level	Living Room	15'2 x 15'2 ft
Main Level	Dining Room	9'4 x 9'4 ft
Main Level	Bedroom	9' x 9' ft
Main Level	Office	6'11 x 6'11 ft

Listed by: Stilhavn Real Estate Services

NOTE: This representation is based in whole or in part on data generated by the Chilliwack & District Real Estate Board, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board or Greater Vancouver REALTORS^® which assumes no responsibility for its accuracy.

Neighborhood Info

Public Schools

Secondary

Britannia Community Secondary School

2.05 km

Elementary

Lord Strathcona Community Elementary School

1.29 km

Information includes BC Government Open License data; school details change often and are offered solely as general guidance.

Private Schools

Elementary

The Westside School

1.07 km

Secondary

Columbia College

0.74 km

Closest Transit

Bus Stop

Southbound Gore Ave @ Union St

0.13 km

Skytrain

Skytrain @ Main Street Stn

0.54 km

Noise/ Power Lines

Road/Hwy Noise

Possible

Railway/Sky train Noise

Unlikely

Airport/Port Noise

Unlikely

Close to major Power Lines

Unlikely

Other

Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR)

Unlikely

Flood Area

Unlikely

Close to Cemeteries

Unlikely

Welcome to 617 221 Union Street, a Gem in the Heart of Vancouver, BC

As we step into the vibrant community of Strathcona, you'll notice the perfect blend of urban charm and small-town character. This sought-after neighborhood is home to the highly acclaimed Lord Strathcona Community Elementary School, rated No Rating, and conveniently located just 1.29 km from your future home at 617 221 Union Street, Vancouver, BC, listed with MLS^® R3083596.

Excellent Education Options

In addition to Lord Strathcona Community Elementary School, this property is also serviced by Britannia Community Secondary School, another excellent option for students, with a rating of No Rating, and located 2.05 km from your doorstep. For those seeking independent school options, The Westside School, rated No Rating, is just 1.07 km away, while Columbia College, rated No Rating, is a mere 0.74 km from your home.

A Safe and Thriving Community

According to the latest crime statistics from Statistics Canada (2020), this neighborhood boasts an Average crime rate of 7,470.82 incidents per 100,000 population, which is comparable to other Canadian cities. You can rest assured that your family will enjoy a safe and secure environment. The year-over-year change in crime rate is a notable -14.94%, demonstrating a downward trend in crime.

Breaking Down the Crime Rates

To give you a better understanding of the crime landscape, here are the specifics:

Drug crime rate: Average (229.49)
Illegal substances offences: 1,604 incidents in 2020, with a year-over-year change of 1.58%
Property crimes: Above Average (5,020.27), with 35,089 incidents in 2020, and a year-over-year change of -20.80%
Violent crime rate: Below Average (1,311.69), with 9,168 incidents in 2020, and a year-over-year change of 3.53%

Convenient Access to Public Transit

With the Southbound Gore Ave @ Union St bus station just 0.13 km away, you'll enjoy easy access to Vancouver's extensive public transit system, making it simple to get around the city.

Demographics and Lifestyle

This neighborhood is a melting pot of cultures, with 20.6% of residents holding a university certificate or degree, which is Average compared to other BC neighborhoods. However, 32.9% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is High compared to the average in BC.

Median Household and Personal Income

The median household income near this property is $24,299, which is Low compared to the British Columbia average. Similarly, the median personal income is $17,496, also Low compared to the BC average. However, 69.8% of households in this census subdivision have a mortgage, which is High.

Unemployment Rate and Population Growth

The unemployment rate in this area is 7.2%, which is Average compared to other province neighborhoods. The population change between 2011 and 2016 was -3.3%, which is Below Average compared to the average growth rate of this region.

Average Family Size and Population Density

The average family size in this community is 2.7, which is Below Average compared to the whole region. The population density per square kilometer is 13,342, which is High. The average age of the population is 48.1, which is High compared to other BC cities.

Real Estate Market and Owner/Tenant Split

The average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is $583,725, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia. Average owner payments are High, with owners spending $1,599 on average. Tenants are paying $741, which is Low compared to other cities. 85.5% of the population in this district are renters, which is High compared to other BC cities and areas.

Language and Transportation

The language spoken in this community is diverse, with 8.9% of the population speaking English and French, which is Average. 66.6% of the population speaks only English, which is considered Low. 0.3% of the population speaks only French, which is Average. 24.3% of the population speaks neither English nor French, which is High.

Getting Around

This neighborhood is well-connected, with 29.9% of the population using public transport, which is High. 24.7% of the population uses cars, which is Low. 12.4% of the population uses bicycles, which is High. 32% of the population walks, which is also High.

Experience the best of Vancouver living at 617 221 Union Street, MLS^® R308