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Living in West Vancouver.

Living in West Vancouver means ocean views, quiet tree-lined streets and village life along Marine Drive in Ambleside and Dundarave.

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What it is like

Why people choose West Vancouver.

West Vancouver is mostly detached homes on generous lots, and many of them come with views that stop you in your tracks. Ambleside and Dundarave give you walkable shops and the seawall, while the British Properties and the neighbourhoods to the west are quieter and more private.

  • Ambleside and Dundarave villages, with the seawall at your door
  • Cypress Mountain and Lighthouse Park close to home
  • Park Royal for shopping and the Lions Gate Bridge to downtown
  • Horseshoe Bay ferries to Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast
Talk about West Vancouver
Ambleside waterfront and the West Vancouver hillside
Neighbourhoods

The West Vancouver neighbourhoods I know best.

A quick feel for each part of West Vancouver, from the busiest streets to the quietest corners.

  • Ambleside

    Walkable shops, the seawall and Ambleside Park, with condos and older homes close to the water.

  • Dundarave

    A village feel along Marine Drive, with the pier, the beach and view homes up the hill.

  • British Properties

    Large homes on big, private lots high on the mountain, many with sweeping views.

  • Caulfeild

    Quiet, wooded streets near Lighthouse Park, with a village shopping centre.

  • Horseshoe Bay

    A seaside village at the ferry terminal, with marinas, cafés and trails nearby.

West Vancouver by the numbers

Who lives in West Vancouver, in numbers.

Official Census figures for West Vancouver. Compare them with Vancouver, nearby cities, other provinces or all of Canada.

Compare West Vancouver with
  • Population44,122Vancouver 662,2482021 Census
  • Growth since 2016+3.9%Vancouver +4.9%
  • Households17,6902.5 people per home on averageVancouver 305,335 · 2.1 per home
  • Median household income $104k Vancouver $82k · 2020 incomes

Types of homes

  • Detached houses55.6%Vancouver 14.7%
  • Semi-detached3%Vancouver 1.8%
  • Townhouses (row houses)2.3%Vancouver 3.5%
  • Duplexes and suites8.6%Vancouver 17.8%
  • Apartments under 5 storeys9%Vancouver 31.1%
  • Apartments 5 storeys and up21.5%Vancouver 31.1%

Owners and renters

71% of households own their home

West Vancouver
71% 29%
Vancouver
46% 54%

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Age mix

Median age 50.8

Household size

  • 1 person 28% Vancouver 39.2%
  • 2 people 33.2% Vancouver 33%
  • 3 people 15.8% Vancouver 12.6%
  • 4 people 15.3% Vancouver 9.6%
  • 5 or more 7.7% Vancouver 5.6%

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Getting to work

  • Drive or ride in a car 79.6% Vancouver 56.2%
  • Public transit 7% Vancouver 22.9%
  • Walk 7.7% Vancouver 13.1%
  • Bike 1.7% Vancouver 5.2%
  • Other 3.9% Vancouver 2.6%

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Commute time

  • Under 15 min 27.5% Vancouver 20%
  • 15 to 29 min 39.8% Vancouver 40.1%
  • 30 to 44 min 20.2% Vancouver 26.3%
  • 45 to 59 min 7.6% Vancouver 8%
  • 60 min or more 4.9% Vancouver 5.6%

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Source: Census data: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population. Reproduced and distributed on an "as is" basis with the permission of Statistics Canada, under the Statistics Canada Open Licence.

Explore the map

Find your way around West Vancouver.

Every grocery store, shopping centre, place of worship, school, park and transit stop in West Vancouver, from OpenStreetMap. Tap a type to show or hide it.

Buying or selling

Local West Vancouver numbers, not headlines.

Every part of West Vancouver moves at its own pace. Before you list or make an offer, I pull the recent sales for your street and your type of home, so you know what the numbers really say.

  • Recent comparable sales, explained clearly
  • What to check for this area before you commit
  • A plan that fits your timing, with no pressure
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Your West Vancouver numbers Mehrdad Haghjoo

Here is what similar homes near you have done lately, and what it means for your price.

  • Recent sales near youSame street and type of home Last 90 daysSold
  • Active competitionHomes buyers are comparing yours with TodayListed
  • Time on the marketHow fast similar homes sell By monthTrend
  • My recommendationA price and plan for your home WrittenPersonal
Questions

West Vancouver questions.

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What types of homes are in West Vancouver?

More than half are detached houses, many on sloped lots with views, plus condos and townhomes near Ambleside, Dundarave and Park Royal. The Census figures above show the full mix.

How long is the commute to downtown Vancouver?

It depends on the Lions Gate Bridge. Outside rush hour it is a short drive, and buses run along Marine Drive into downtown. We can test your route before you buy.

What should I check on a view property?

Drainage, retaining walls, the age of the home and whether the view is protected. On sloped lots I also look at what you are allowed to build or add.

Is West Vancouver good for families?

Many families choose it for the parks, beaches and schools. We will look at school catchments and the commute for each home you consider.

Nearby

Explore other areas.

Comparing neighbourhoods? Here are the other places I work.

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    North Vancouver

    Mountains at the end of the street, trails out the back door and the Lonsdale waterfront.

    • Lower Lonsdale
    • Lynn Valley
    • Deep Cove
    • Edgemont Village
    Explore North Vancouver
  • Downtown Vancouver towers lit up at dusk Vancouver, Burnaby & New West

    Vancouver

    From downtown condos to character homes on the west side, every block has its own feel.

    • Kitsilano
    • Mount Pleasant
    • Yaletown
    • Kerrisdale
    Explore Vancouver
  • Burnaby towers with the SkyTrain, highway and North Shore mountains Vancouver, Burnaby & New West

    Burnaby

    SkyTrain towers, big green parks and a lot of choice for the money.

    • Metrotown
    • Brentwood
    • Burnaby Heights
    • Edmonds
    Explore Burnaby
  • The New Westminster Quay and the Fraser River bridges Vancouver, Burnaby & New West

    New Westminster

    Heritage homes, the Quay and five SkyTrain stations.

    • Queens Park
    • Downtown
    • Sapperton
    • Queensborough
    Explore New Westminster
  • High-rise towers and the SkyTrain station in Coquitlam City Centre Tri-Cities

    Coquitlam

    Family neighbourhoods, newer homes on Burke Mountain and the Evergreen Line downtown.

    • Burke Mountain
    • Westwood Plateau
    • Maillardville
    • Austin Heights
    Explore Coquitlam
  • Wooden pier on the water in Port Moody Tri-Cities

    Port Moody

    A small city on the inlet with breweries, trails and a relaxed pace.

    • Suter Brook
    • Moody Centre
    • Heritage Mountain
    • College Park
    Explore Port Moody
  • Gravel dyke trail beside the river with mountains in Port Coquitlam Tri-Cities

    Port Coquitlam

    River trails, a real downtown and family homes that are still within reach.

    • Citadel Heights
    • Mary Hill
    • Oxford Heights
    • Birchland Manor
    Explore Port Coquitlam
  • Fishing boats in the Steveston harbour in Richmond Richmond & Delta

    Richmond

    Steveston village, the Canada Line and some of the best food in the region.

    • City Centre
    • Steveston
    • Terra Nova
    • Broadmoor
    Explore Richmond
  • Boundary Bay shoreline in Delta Richmond & Delta

    Delta

    North Delta, the village of Ladner and seaside Tsawwassen.

    • North Delta
    • Sunshine Hills
    • Ladner
    • Tsawwassen
    Explore Delta
  • A BC Ferries ship at the Tsawwassen terminal at sunset Richmond & Delta

    Tsawwassen

    Beaches, sunshine and the ferry terminal in a quiet corner of Delta.

    • Pebble Hill
    • Beach Grove
    • English Bluff
    • Boundary Bay
    Explore Tsawwassen
  • Lake and mountains near Maple Ridge Fraser Valley

    Maple Ridge

    Golden Ears on the doorstep, acreages and more space for your budget.

    • Silver Valley
    • Albion
    • Haney
    • Cottonwood
    Explore Maple Ridge
  • Mountains reflected in the water in Pitt Meadows Fraser Valley

    Pitt Meadows

    Dyke trails, blueberry farms and the West Coast Express.

    • Central Pitt Meadows
    • Mid-Meadows
    • South Bonson
    • Osprey Village
    Explore Pitt Meadows
  • SkyTrain tracks in Surrey with the mountains behind Fraser Valley

    Surrey

    Growing fast, from the towers of Surrey Centre to the beaches of South Surrey.

    • South Surrey
    • Fleetwood
    • Cloverdale
    • Guildford
    Explore Surrey
  • The White Rock pier on a sunny day Fraser Valley

    White Rock

    The pier, the promenade and ocean views up the hill.

    • West Beach
    • East Beach
    • Uptown
    • Five Corners
    Explore White Rock
  • Farmland and mountains in Langley from the air Fraser Valley

    Langley

    Farmland, wineries and the heritage charm of Fort Langley.

    • Willoughby
    • Walnut Grove
    • Fort Langley
    • Murrayville
    Explore Langley
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