3602 1480 Howe St, Vancouver, BC, MLS® R3038501

Welcome to 3602 1480 Howe Street, a beautiful property nestled in the heart of Vancouver, BC, listed as MLS® R3038501. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to take you on a tour of this stunning home and the vibrant community surrounding it.

Let's start with the schools. Elsie Roy Elementary School, rated 6.1/10, is conveniently located just 0.68 km from this property, making it an excellent choice for families with children. I've seen firsthand how much families love this area because of its strong emphasis on education. King George Secondary School, rated No Rating, is also nearby, just 1.71 km from this property.

In addition to its proximity to these schools, this property is also close to several independent schools, including Anchor Point Montessori, located just 0.23 km away, and Pattison School, located 0.79 km from this home. These schools offer a range of educational options for families, ensuring that every child can thrive in this community.

Now, let's talk about safety. With an overall crime rate of 7,470.82, this neighborhood is considered above average compared to other Canadian cities. According to Statistics Canada's 2020 report, there were 52,217 disturbances in this area, with a decrease of 14.94% in the total crime rate year-over-year. Additionally, the drug crime rate is average, with 1,604 illegal substances lawbreaking disturbances reported in 2020, and the year-over-year change in the illegal substances offences ranking is 1.58%. Property crimes are also above average, with 35,089 reported incidents in 2020, and a year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate of -20.80%. Finally, the violent crime rate is below average, with 9,168 violent lawbreaking disorders reported in 2020, and a year-over-year change of 3.53%.

In terms of public transportation, the closest bus station, Westbound Beach Ave @ Howe St, is just 0.08 km away from this property, making it easy to get around the city without a car.

Now, let's explore the demographics of this community. With a median household income of $92,599, which is above average compared to other BC neighborhoods, this area is attractive to families and professionals alike. Additionally, 57.6% of the population holds a university certificate or degree, which is high compared to other BC neighborhoods. Conversely, 3.3% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is low compared to the average in BC.

The median personal income in this area is $53,110, which is high compared to the BC average. Furthermore, 53.3% of households in this area have a mortgage, which is below average. The unemployment rate in this area is 5.3%, which is low compared to other province neighborhoods.

In terms of population growth, this area has experienced a 3.2% change between 2011 and 2016, which is above average compared to other areas in this region. The population density per square kilometer in this area is 18,823.5, which is high.

Families in this area tend to have an average size of 2.4, which is low compared to the whole region. Additionally, 34.1% of families in this area have children, which is low. However, 62.9% of the population is married or living common law, which is above average.

The average age of the population in this area is 45.8 years old, which is high compared to other BC cities. Finally, the average value of dwellings in this area is $1,356,732, which is high compared to other areas in British Columbia.

In terms of housing, the average owner payments in this area are high, with owners spending an average of $2,020 per month on their dwellings. Tenants in this area also pay a high average rent of $1,984 per month.

Roughly 35.8% of the population in this area are renters, which is above average compared to other BC cities and areas. The language spoken in this area is predominantly English, with 85.4% of the population speaking only English. Additionally, 11.8% of the population speaks English and French, which is above average.

Finally, 15.4% of the population in this area uses public transportation, which is above average. Conversely, 48.2% of the population uses cars, which is low. 3.8% of the population uses bicycles, which is high, and 30.9% of the population walks, which is also high.

In conclusion, 3602 1480 Howe Street is a beautiful property located in the heart of Vancouver