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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2 3216 Venables Street,
Vancouver
This stunning 1,430 sq ft, 3 bed / 4 bath back duplex features high-end finishes, radiant heating, and a bright, open layout perfect for modern... Read More >

2996 E 7th Avenue,
Vancouver
This absolutely amazing home sits on an elevated corner lot, showcasing breathtaking mountain and city views with separate access to each suite and... Read More >

3058 Charles Street,
Vancouver
Fantastic Building Opportunity! 33.5 x 127 Level Lot with Lane Access and Stunning Mountain Views from the Front. Enjoy a Sunny South-Facing Backyard... Read More >

305 2419 Grant Street,
Vancouver
NO GST FOR FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS! The Grant: A curated collection of MOVE-IN READY character-filled lofts, condos, and townhomes that blend... Read More >

1606 Nanaimo Street,
Vancouver
Attention, developers, and investors This prime development opportunity, awaits your ideas. 1616 Nanaimo is also on the market for a total land site... Read More >

306 2636 E Hastings Street,
Vancouver
Amazing value & potential for first-time homebuyers and investors alike! A spacious 697 SqFt 1-Bedroom + Den + Enclosed Solarium in The Sugar, a... Read More >

1 2750 E 5th Avenue,
Vancouver
Fantastic Value in Renfrew! Don't miss this brand new, 3-bed, 4 bath duplex perched on the top of the hill. Enjoy the beautiful and expansive outdoor... Read More >

2 2750 E 5th Avenue,
Vancouver
Fantastic Value in Renfrew! Don't miss this brand new, 3-bed, 4 bath duplex perched on the top of the hill. Enjoy your private, south-facing back... Read More >