Welcome to Vancouver, one of the most diverse and breathtaking cities in all of Canada with a sealine lined with condo buildings.
Situated on the west coast of British Columbia, Vancouver is one of Canada's most densely populated and diverse cities, famed for its mountainous surroundings and successful arts and entertainment sectors. It's a city of beauty and indulgence, where locals and visitors alike can feel utterly at ease.
The Vancouver metropolitan area is home to over 2.4 million people, and many more are being drawn to the city, due to its beauty, with many of those new arrivals looking for condos for sale in Vancouver. Fortunately, there are many Vancouver condos for sale of all varieties, including Low-Rise, Mid-Rise, High-Rise, Luxury, Pre-Construction, and Loft.
There's a good blend of condo styles here with a total of 1894 condo buildings, with many high-rise Vancouver condos for sale in the key downtown districts like the West End and Yaletown, with more low-rise and mid-rise Vancouver condos in other neighborhoods like Kitsilano, Fairview, and Mt. Pleasant.
There are a lot of different neighborhoods one can choose to live in Vancouver, and many condos for sale in Vancouver can be found in key neighborhoods like English Bay, Downtown South, and Coal Harbour.
A lot of Vancouver condos for sale are situated in the Downtown Vancouver region. This is where you can find a lot of Vancouver's top sights, like the Vancouver Art Gallery, Vancouver Public Library, and BC Place. You'll also find dozens of streets filled with department stores, independent boutiques, and amazing eateries.
Other condos for sale in Vancouver can be found in the neighborhoods to the south of South False Creek, separate from Downtown Vancouver, in neighborhoods like Mt. Pleasant and Cambie. Excellent amenities can be found in this area, like Vancouver General Hospital, as well as some terrific shopping hotspots and parks like Charleson Park and Granville Loop Park.
The average days on market for condos for sale in Vancouver is 29 days, and the average sale price of condos in Vancouver is $1,017,580. A total of 8421 Vancouver condos were sold last year, representing a decrease in the number of condos sold of -4%. In terms of the total number of condos in Vancouver, various new buildings are built, opening up new condo opportunities for residents.
Living in Vancouver condos can be a wonderful way to enjoy this city, as they allow you to be close to all the key areas and landmarks like Stanley Park, Granville Island, Queen Elizabeth Park, and the Vancouver Aquarium.
The general lifestyle here is pleasant, with excellent transport provided by the local Translink system, which includes SeaBus ferries, SkyTrain light rail services, and buses connecting Downtown to the suburbs. Vancouver has a walk score of 88, a bike score of 85, and a transit score of 56.
The Taylor Building was originally constructed in 1911 and still retains much of its original charm. The beige brick exterior is grand and the new paneled windows hint at the modern conversions within. Masonry detailing and turn of the century cornices featured on the exterior of The Taylor Building create the authentic charm of the building. There are 22 units across the five storeys of The Taylor Building. Each unit features authentic elements of the original building. Features like timber beams, exposed brick and concrete and steel supports. The units also get soaring ceilings reaching 14 feet high and authentic hard wood flooring. Most of the units are designed in an open concept, this maximizes the beauty of the modern kitchens. These kitchens feature granite countertops and top of the line stainless steel appliances. All residents of The Taylor Building also receive access to a shared rooftop patio. These lofts are located in the heart of Gastown surrounded by other similar heritage buildings and Vancouver Lofts. These makes Gastown have a completely unique charm that no other neighbourhood can offer. These historical buildings are occupied by amazing restaurants, cafes and shops. There are tons of attractions minutes from the building. The waterfront and the greenspaces that run along it are only a few minutes walk away. There are bus stops running along Keefer Place and Abbott Street just around the corner from The Taylor Building. The closets subway station is Main Street-Science World Station around a 10 minute walk away. Bikers and walkers can make good use of the path system that runs along the waterfront. For those who rely on cars, Main Street is only minutes away and is a great way to connect with the rest of the city.
The Taylor Building has many popular bakeries including Silvestre Deli & Bistro and Bonchaz Bakery Cafe. A fresh cup of java or tea is never hard to find with Timbertrain Coffee Roasters and Trees Organic Coffee Gastown in the hood. Groceries are close-at-hand with supermarkets Gastown Labs and Nesters Market close to The Taylor Building. Whether you are looking for brunch, a quick snack or a quality dinner Downtown Vancouver has plenty of options like Al Porto Ristorante and Pourhouse Restaurant. Do you love to be outside? There are great parks in Downtown Vancouver such as Urban Shaman Entheo Botanicals and Joyent Canada. The closest pharmacy to The Taylor Building is London Drugs. From clothes to electronics and everything in between, Le Magasin Building Gastown, is the perfect place to pick up the items on your list. Downtown Vancouver is lucky to be home to a hospital, St Paul's Hospital. There are always new exhibits and events happening at Coastal Peoples Fine Arts Gallery, Karma Exchange and SFU Teck Gallery. Gastown Wellness is the local gym. Entertainment in Downtown Vancouver is easy to come by with Caprice Entertainment Ltd near The Taylor Building. If you enjoy reading you will be happy SFU Belzberg Library is in Downtown Vancouver. The local school in Downtown Vancouver is Westside Preparatory. There are many students in this neighbourhood as Gastown Business College is located within it. Ride the subway underground, the closest station is Waterfront Station. Travel far and wide from Vancouver airport via airplane.