Gastown, Vancouver, British Columbia Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Large apartment buildings are the most common housing type, representing almost all dwellings in Gastown, whereas the rest are mainly small apartment buildings. This neighbourhood also has a choice of unit sizes - this neighbourhood is particularly good for those looking for one bedroom homes. Renters occupy about 85% of the units in Gastown whereas owners occupy the remainder. Around 40% of homes in this part of the city were constructed after the year 2000, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s. Read more about Gastown real estate
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Transportation
Gastown is a great part of Vancouver with respect to travelling without driving. The public transit network in this neighbourhood is great by reason of about 10 nearby bus lines. Gastown will also draw physically active people because it is very suitable for those who travel by foot; all common errands can be run without needing to resort to a vehicle, and many businesses are very nearby. Gastown is reasonably appropriate for biking since the cycling network is reasonably extensive.
Services
It is very often an option for home buyers in Gastown to purchase general and specialty groceries on foot. Additionally, with 50-odd restaurants and cafes in Gastown, there is almost always a spot to get some food or drink just around the corner. House buyers can find very many nearby clothing stores. As far as education is concerned, daycares and schools are easy to walk to from anywhere in Gastown.
Character
Gastown is a great area for those who enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities. There are a large number of things to do in this part of the city for those looking for a dynamic vibe. There are many nearby entertainment venues, there are very often crowds of people around, and places to go out at night are well-distributed throughout the area. Cordova Street is among the most active streets in this neighbourhood. It is easy to access green spaces since there are a few of them close by for residents to discover.
