Coal Harbour, Vancouver Real Estate Listings

Home buyers in Coal Harbour are provided with several choices to move around without the need for a car. Coal Harbour is an extremely pleasant part of Vancouver for travelling by public transit. For instance, It is straightforward to come across a nearby rapid transit station, such as Burrard Station @ Platform 1 and Burrard Station @ Platform 2 with access to the Expo Line, from the majority of properties in the neighbourhood. The neighbourhood is connected by approximately 20 bus lines, and the closest bus stop is generally very close. It is also very easy for people travelling on foot to navigate this part of Vancouver; meeting day-to-day needs is especially convenient by walking, and countless businesses of different types can be found as well. Active people will enjoy the very cycling-friendly nature of Coal Harbour. More precisely, bike-share stations are never more than a short walk away, and the bicycling infrastructure is reasonably good.

Doing one's groceries very often demands the use of a vehicle in Coal Harbour. Nevertheless, it is generally a very short walk to the closest pharmacy, which can provide some staple foods. Regarding education, parents and their children will welcome that wherever their home is located in Coal Harbour, both primary and secondary schools are nearby.

Coal Harbour is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this part of Vancouver. Coal Harbour is quiet overall, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic. There are a few parks nearby for residents to relax in, making them very easy to access. Finally, there are numerous things to do in this part of Vancouver for those looking for a dynamic vibe. Even though there are relatively few nearby entertainment venues, there are often a very large number of people around, and places to go out at night are well-distributed throughout the area. Bute Street in particular offers a great variety of nightlife.

About 60% of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home while the rest are owners. The substantial percentage of large apartment buildings in the housing stock of this part of the city is an important part of its character. This area experienced its most significant building boom following the year 2000, so most of the available homes are from this time period. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of one bedroom and two bedroom homes.