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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2631 NAPIER STREET,
Vancouver
Sought after Renfrew neighbourhood. & yrs young 3bdrm home with legal 2 bdrm suite, currently rented $1,700/mo. 9' ceilings up & down. 2 sets of... Read More >
3354 E GEORGIA STREET,
Vancouver
Beautiful heritage house from 1912 with modern improvements & classic charm. Tucked away in Hastings Sunrise's convenient location and tranquil... Read More >
2767 VENABLES STREET,
Vancouver
Elevate your lifestyle at 2767 Venables. A boutique collection of modern duplex residences designed by HS Interiors. This residence offers 3 bed 3... Read More >
2636 TURNER STREET,
Vancouver
Bright, renovated and well built home on a lovely tree-lined street. This home has been meticulously maintained and had some extensive updates such... Read More >
3315 CHARLES STREET,
Vancouver
Located in the heart of Renfrew Vancouver East. This bright South-facing property. With over 2000 square feet of space, it features 6 bedrooms and 3... Read More >
2948 E 3RD AVENUE,
Vancouver
Perched on elevated ground, this property offers stunning city and North Shore mountain views! Situated near Sunrise Park, with convenient access to... Read More >
2763 E 6TH AVENUE,
Vancouver
This well-cared for home, sitting on a 33x122 ft lot in the desirable Renfrew neighborhood, offers a serene living experience. Surrounded by lush... Read More >
1 3041 GRAVELEY STREET,
Vancouver
Introducing GRAVELEY DUPLEX COLLECTION! Premium new luxury offering, built to perfection, located in the beautiful family Renfrew neighborhood. This... Read More >