Heritage meets modern is the perfect way to describe the historic distinct of Yaletown in Vancouver, British Columbia. As a great escape from the big city, Yaletown provides the serenity of an oceanfront seawall, together with a large selection of patios and boutiques.
Yaletown was once the Western terminus of the Canadian Pacific Railway. As such, the area emerged with warehouses, trucks and transfer companies, and small manufacturers as primary tenants. The area became run down and shoddy after the real-estate boost in the 20th Century, It was brought by the city and transformed for the 1986 World’s Fair. In the later years of the 70s and 80s, urban professionals took notice of the warehouses’ convenient location near downtown. They began restorations and nightclubs, retail stores, and restaurants became tenants.
The City of Vancouver recognized the potential of the district and rezoned the area. The objective was to create a contemporary and compatible mix of industrial, residential, and commercial usage. There is almost no original surviving housing from the 19th century, but many old industrial buildings are still standing. A big quantity of loft-style conversions, together with new constructions, have increased the residential opportunities of this area significantly.
Yaletown has one of the best transportation systems out of all of Vancouver. Many people choose not to own a car because of its great accessibility. There are even some condo buildings that offer the choice of purchasing shares in a “common car” that can be used by residents. There are water taxis to the south side of False Creek and Greenville Island, and the skytrain (for travel to the suburbs) and Canada Line (for travel to the business district downtown, Cambie Corridor, City of Richmond and Vancouver International Airport) are within walking distance. Thus, all of Vancouver is within easy reach for Yaletown residents and is perfect for those who need to commute for work.
With regards to recreation, there are many parks surrounding the False Creek basin, including Cooper’s Park, Creekside Park, and David Lam Park. David Lam Park has an impressive amount of green space. It is also an amazing place for children with two big play areas. The waterfront parks are idea for walking, jogging, biking or inline skating along the Seawall. The Roundhouse Community Centre was founded where there an old Canadian Pacific roundhouse stood, at the intersection of Pacific Boulevard and Davie Street.
Yaletown is the newest shopping area of the city. The neighbourhood is characterized by turn-of-the-century buildings that have become high-end retailers. There are also dry cleaners, grocery stores, fashion shops, produce delis, restaurants, and theaters.
Yaletown is a successful bled of high-rise and low-rise, townhouse and condo, state-of-the-art facilities with breathtaking views and green space. The result is a walkable, confortable, liveable community. The converted warehouses that house many chic and retail businesses —such as high-end furniture stores, home designer and designer clothing retailers—,as well as the picturesque Seawall and many green spaces and parks are part of what make the Yaletown district one of the most coveted areas to live in the city of Vancouver.
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LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Welcome to 1178 Hamilton Street in the heart of Yaletown! This beautifully preserved HERITAGE building is centrally located just steps away ...
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Treeland Realty
Stunningly renovated, over 1,200 SF 2 Bed + 2 Bath luxury home at Pomaria! Fantastic, efficient layout with floor to ceiling windows that frame the sparkling false creek...
Listing courtesy of Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd.
RENOVATED WATERFRONT LIVING WITH UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS! Enjoy a spacious 2 Bed, 2 Bath + Solarium and Flex space with views from every room over David Lam Park and False Cre...
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Crest Realty
Wow is all we have to say about this newly renovated extra large 2 bed 2 bath showing off Vancouver lifestyle in sought after Yaletown. Flooring, custom cabinetry, quartz...
Listing courtesy of Oakwyn Realty Downtown Ltd.
Welcome to Quaywest - This beautifully appointed and upgraded 1 bedroom suite, complete with hardwood floors, custom made pantry, walk-in closet, great views of the city ...
Listing courtesy of Engel & Volkers Vancouver
Welcome to "Beach District" living at the Pacific Promenade. This unit is in the epicenter of Downtown Vancouver's thriving neighborhoods. Spacious one bedroom + generous...
Listing courtesy of Oakwyn Realty Ltd.
Welcome to City Crest! Large ONE BEDROOM & LARGE DEN in the heart of Yaletown! This bright cozy unit features floor-to-ceiling windows and a very functional layout. Excel...
Listing courtesy of Nu Stream Realty Inc.
Yaletown living at The Savoy! Enjoy beautiful city views, floor to ceiling windows in this very functional, well thought out 1 bedroom condo. Cozy gas fireplace separates...
Listing courtesy of Century 21 In Town Realty
Luxury & sophistication in heart of Yaletown at the award-winning GRACE building.Meticulously kept, this 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home features superb open-plan living acros...
Listing courtesy of SPG Realty
BEACH DISTRICT LIVING AT IT'S FINEST!! Light filled open concept living and dining with floor to ceiling windows blur the outdoor and indoor living. Cozy nook for casual ...
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Crest Realty
DREAM LOCATION - Marinaside Townhouse at Crestmark 1. Located on a quiet street, near David Lam Park, Elsie Roy Elementary, Canada Line, and Urban Fare, this meticulously...
Listing courtesy of Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
Welcome to the Aquarius III, in the heart of Yaletown. This 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom home is in a Concord award winning building located in one of the best neighbourhoods i...
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Crest Realty
BRIGHT SUB PENTHOUSE (taller ceilings throughout) with excellent views of the North Shore mountains and city scape! Fully transformed into an open and spacious layout whi...
Listing courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty Canada
This one of a kind Estate Residence at VANCOUVER HOUSE combines 2 prime strata lots and sits 50 floors above the city boasting one of the most prized views anywhere in th...
Listing courtesy of Angell, Hasman & Associates (Malcolm Hasman) Realty Ltd.
Welcome to The Hamilton, a warehouse loft conversion right in the heart of historic old Yaletown. This 727sqft, 9 foot ceilings, 1 bedroom, renovated suite exudes loft li...
Listing courtesy of Engel & Volkers Vancouver
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