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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2306 Rupert Street,
Vancouver
Prime Redevelopment Opportunity! Situated on a large corner lot in a highly desirable location, this property offers incredible potential for future... Read More >

3438 Napier Street,
Vancouver
This solid east Vancouver family home has easy access to major routes and transit, close to park and shoppings. Two bedrooms on main, two bedrooms... Read More >

2929 Parker Street,
Vancouver
Literally Shovel-Ready. A unique 4-unit multiplex project in the heart of Renfrew. The purchase price includes all work in place, all permits, DP... Read More >

201 2408 Grant Street,
Vancouver
Welcome to Ella by Trillium—a boutique 3-year-old building in one of East Van's most sought-after neighborhoods. This 2 bed + den, 2 full bath home... Read More >

PH5 2889 E 1st Avenue,
Vancouver
STUNNING PANORAMIC CITY & MOUNTAIN VIEWS WITH AMAZING SUNSETS!! This PENTHOUSE features 9' ceilings, an efficient and spacious 2 Bed + Den layout,... Read More >

2723 Turner Street,
Vancouver
Charming East Van front-unit duplex in Renfrew, built in 2022—no strata fees! This 4-level home offers 6 beds, 5 baths, and 2,157 sq ft of modern... Read More >

2 2710 William Street,
Vancouver
This 1,431 sq ft half-duplex combines modern design with everyday comfort in Vancouver’s sought-after Renfrew neighbourhood. Featuring Fisher &... Read More >

208 2889 E 1st Avenue,
Vancouver
Location! Location! Location! Nothing beats this location. Across from T&T. 10 minutes to downtown. Close to restaurants, transit, schools, parks &... Read More >