When moving from Toronto to Vancouver, one of your first concerns is which neighbourhood will be the best to live in. Like Toronto, Vancouver is a large, multicultural city in which each neighbourhood can sometimes feel like a world unto itself. To start you on the path to finding your favourite Vancouver neighbourhood to explore, MoveMeAway.com offers you a glimpse of some of Vancouver’s best neighbourhoods.
For those interested in the most affluent place to live in Vancouver, the Shaughnessy neighbourhood is it. Named after the Canadian Pacific Railroad President who developed this upscale neighbourhood in 1907, Shaughnessy was developed with the styles of Renaissance architecture in mind, giving it a sense of history and the days of grand European cultures of old. Still the wealthiest neighbourhood in Vancouver, with an average income of well over $100,000, actress Goldie Hawn had a home there. Nearby West Vancouver comes in a close second, with homes selling in the $10 million range. The neighbourhood itself is pleasant and idyllic, close to Howe Sound and Cypress Mountain and infused with greenery. West Vancouver is home to the largest percentage of retirees in British Columbia.
While not the most affluent neighbourhood, the most popular neighbourhood in Vancouver is definitely Kitsilano, or “Kits” as it is known locally. Located minutes away from downtown and UBC, this neighbourhood is vibrant and alive, boasting an impressive range of attractions. It has long been a hotbed of cultural importance; known as a countercultural haven in the 60’s and 70’s, as well as the home of both Greenpeace and the Green Party. Its significance continues, as the birthplace of the yoga-wear chain Lululemon. The restaurants and shops include organic food stores, markets, and a range of restaurants that reflect the incredibly multicultural diversity of the residents. West 4th Avenue has a large retail shopping district, with everything from small specialty stores to large national chains. Additionally, Kits is home to Kits Beach, Vanier Park, and three of the city’s largest museums.
Point Grey is a picturesque neighbourhood that will appeal to those wishing to find a good place to raise a family. Point Grey boasts access to the best schools in Vancouver, and the community centers and activities are all designed around the needs and desires of families. Outdoor activity and community sports and recreation facilities abound, as well as parks and green spaces. Point Grey is an established lifestyle-oriented community that is yet nearby the conveniences of downtown Vancouver.
If the trendy, cutting-edge side of life is what you’re looking for, then you’ll feel at home in Yaletown. Once an industrial district, Yaletown host many converted warehouses and factories that are now hosting the hippest clubs, bars, restaurants and a gourmet market. This is the neighbourhood for the up-and-coming 20-somethings who love an active and exotic social life.
Whatever neighbourhood best suits your tastes, when moving from Toronto to Vancouver, MoveMeAway.com is your connection to the best combination of moving, storing and insurance services that will get both you and your belongings quickly and easily settled into your exciting new neighbourhood.
