Renfrew
About Area
This quiet and comfortable East Van neighborhood is characterized mostly by families living in detached homes on larger lots and wide streets, giving the area a feeling of space and serenity. Kids playing sports in the street and the local parks bustling with moms & tots gives the area a nice family feel. Many of the homes were built between the 1960-1980’s so the homes are a little more open and easier to update then in other more historic neighborhood homes. The schools of the area are very mixed, offering excellent language programs and the promotion of culture sharing and respect. Bordered to the East by Boundary Road and Burnaby beyond, this area has incredibly easy access to the freeway and communities lying outside Vancouver – so it’s popular among commuters. We may see higher density and more retail amenities along Nanaimo as urban sprawl pushes demand east. For now, residents enjoy shopping along Grandview Hwy, East 1st Avenue, Commercial Drive & Hastings Street. Up on the hill near Renfrew, homes enjoy sweeping views South to Metrotown and North to the mountains. The area is undergoing a slow transition from long-time Chinese & Italia residents to new, mixed younger families. Many of the lots are zoned RS-1, so we are watching an influx of laneway homes bringing more mortgage help for the new families, and rental opportunities to the area. Our clients often love the quiet, small-town feel of the streets here while being close to the things they need.
Amenities
Renfrew Park Community Centre
Big box store shopping along Grandview Hwy – Superstore, Walmart, Canadian Tire, Staples etc
TNT – and lots of other great Asian market groceries and retail at 1st & Renfrew
Rupert Park Pitch & Putt
Clinton Park
Schools
Elementary
K – 7 Nootka Elementary
Secondary
8 – 12 Vancouver Technical Secondary
French Immersion – Early
K – 7 Laura Secord Elementary
French Immersion – Late
6 – 7 Laura Secord Elementary
French Immersion – Secondary
8 – 12 Vancouver Technical Secondary
To see all school catchment areas and a comprehensive list of all the schools in your neighbourhood you can download the pdf here.
Restaurants
Top 10 Rated Restaurants in Renfrew
(From Urbanspoon.com)
1. Bon’s Off Broadway
2. Chili Pepper House
3. Sushiholic Japanese
4. Happy Valley Seafood
5. Sushi Kimura
6. Ragazzi Pizza Co
7. Burnaby Palace Restaurant
8. Jambo Grill & Good Morning Paan Vancouver
9. Penang Delight Cafe
10. Vallarta’s Mexican Restaurant
Listings in Renfrew
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8 3418 ADANAC STREET,
Vancouver
Welcome to a home where space meets affordability, offering exceptional value for growing families in the heart of East Vancouver. Boasting a smart... Read More >
2752 GRANT STREET,
Vancouver
Welcome to this amazing Vancouver Special renovated in 2015 located on a large 4,245 SQFT south facing lot in desirable Renfrew neighbourhood. Upper... Read More >
3367 WILLIAM STREET,
Vancouver
Classic Vancouver special in the highly sought after family neighbourhood of Hastings Sunrise. Original owners and first time on the market.... Read More >
2425 KITCHENER STREET,
Vancouver
Unlock the potential of East Vancouver living with this well-maintained family home. Situated on a 40x127 corner lot in the sought-after Renfrew... Read More >
3130 CHARLES STREET,
Vancouver
Sought after Renfrew Gem: Prime Development Opportunity on a 40' x 127' Lot! This charming property has a potential to build up to 4 units based on... Read More >
1 3041 GRAVELEY STREET,
Vancouver
Introducing GRAVELEY DUPLEX COLLECTION! Premium new luxury offering, designer details, located in the beautiful family Renfrew neighborhood. This... Read More >
2 3041 GRAVELEY STREET,
Vancouver
Introducing GRAVELEY DUPLEX COLLECTION! Premium new luxury offering, designer details, located in the beautiful family Renfrew neighborhood. This... Read More >
3067 KITCHENER STREET,
Vancouver
Renfrew's contemporary BACK UNIT offers 3 BEDS and 3.5 BATHS. Experience the seamless flow of the open concept kitchen and living space, featuring... Read More >