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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2984 KITCHENER STREET,
Vancouver
Custom built 3 level home by sophisticated builder - over 3000 sf of living space, open concept with high ceiling on main floor, gourmet and spicy... Read More >
2858 E 4TH AVENUE,
Vancouver
Welcome to this custom built Brand New 1/2 duplex (Back Unit) in the prestigious neighborhood. Elegance throughout, functional, bright& spacious open... Read More >
3047 GRANT STREET,
Vancouver
***1 LEFT*** We welcome you to a stunning masterpiece located in Prime Renfrew! This 1/2 duplex provides luxury, comfort, quality, and functionality.... Read More >
2856 E 4TH AVENUE,
Vancouver
Welcome to this custom built Brand New 1/2 duplex (Front Unit) in the prestigious neighborhood. Elegance throughout, spacious open concept living... Read More >
401 405 SKEENA STREET,
Vancouver
Rarely available. The pet friendly JASMINE. Beautiful, bright south facing 2 bedroom unit on the quiet side of the building. Built in 2009 by award... Read More >
3538 NAPIER STREET,
Vancouver
Nestled in a quiet neighborhood just steps away from Adanac Park and Charles Park, this solidly built home offers convenient access to amenities. 2... Read More >
2365 RENFREW STREET,
Vancouver
Attention multi family builders ! Here is a development site available for a limited time only. Renfrew area. Read More >
2387 RENFREW STREET,
Vancouver
Attention multi family builders ! Here is a development site available for a limited time only. Renfrew area. Read More >