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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2417 Adanac Street,
Vancouver
This charming East Van Special is a rare gem & a MUST SEE. On the market for the 1st time this Italian built home is perfect for growing families or... Read More >

2150 Nanaimo Street,
Vancouver
Builders Delight in Prime East Vancouver! Opportunity knocks on one of east vans most sought after neighbourhoods! Renfrew is known for its... Read More >

1556 Kamloops Street,
Vancouver
Situated on a 4,051 sqft corner lot, this beautifully updated 1929 home offers 5 beds 2 baths over 2,400 sqft of living space over 3 levels. The main... Read More >

3191 E 8th Avenue,
Vancouver
Thoughtfully Updated 4-bath home with Unobstructed Southern View!. Features; Newer blinds, Hot Water Tank, Windows, BB Heaters, Baths, Fenced yard,... Read More >

2796 E Georgia Street,
Vancouver
Elevate your lifestyle at 2796 E GEORGIA. A boutique collection of modern duplex residences designed by Architrix Studio and Interiors by Tali +... Read More >

3596 Turner Street,
Vancouver
Well-kept 3-level home on a sunny corner lot in the desirable Renfrew area. This functional layout features 4 spacious bedrooms on the main and upper... Read More >

715 Kaslo Street,
Vancouver
Elevate your lifestyle at 715 KASLO. A boutique collection of modern duplex residences designed by Architrix Studio and Interiors by Tali + Roche.... Read More >

3205 Grant Street,
Vancouver
This is an outstanding opportunity for redevelopment or to build your dream home in a prime East Vancouver location. Charming 1950s three-bedroom... Read More >