Kitsilano - Peter Raab

Kitsilano is boarded by Alma Street on the West, Burrard Street to the East, 16th ave to the south and Kits/Jericho beach in the North.

“Kits” as it is commonly known was an inexpensive area to live in during the 1960’s. It was one of the two popular locations for Vancouver hippies to reside in, Gastown being the other. Later in the 80’s the Yuppie culture took an interest in Kitsilano real estate and began moving into this neighbourhood.

Today Kits is one of the most desirable places to live in Vancouver. It’s proximity to parks, beaches, shops, restaurants, trails, schools and downtown makes it a great location for many Vancouverites. It has a population of 39,620 people with the average age being between 20-39 years old and the median income being approximately $66,039.

In the past 10 years Kitsilano real estate prices have become some of the highest prices not only in Vancouver and the rest of Canada because of everything it has to offer. There is a wide range of Kitsilano condos and Kitsilano homes available in this area, because of the diverse housing available within Kitsilano real estate there is also a wide range in pricing; from rooftop penthouse suites to shared housing and student accommodation.

Kitsilano has a very active, vibrant and young community. There are many annual events in this area including: Bard on the Beach, Greek Days, Children’s Festival, Kits Fest and the Vancouver Open Volleyball Tournament. Kits beach and Jerico beach are world famous beaches for their natural beauty and popularity. Kits pool is also very popular; its beach side location and salt water composition alone make it very desirable; not to mention it is the longest pool in Canada measuring in at 137 meters.

Kitsilano is also the birthplace of Lululemon and the their head office still resides on Cornwall at the foot of the Burrard bridge. The are also various yoga studio’s such as Semperviva and YYoga in the neighbourhood. 4th avenue in Kits is well known for great shopping, funky cafes, and a wide range of restaurants including Las Margarites, Refuel restaurant, Brown’s social house and the famous Naam restaurant. Only a few blocks on Cornwall is the very popular Local Pub Eatery and The Boathouse on Kits Beach. With the variety of events, restaurants, shops and low-key vibe Kitsilano is often referred to as one of the best places to live in Vancouver.

Kitsilano Community Information

Kitsilano Restaurants

Refuel - 1944 West 4th Ave

Octopus Garden - 1995 Cornwall St

Q4 - 2611 West 4th Ave

Las Margaritas - 1999 West 4th Ave

Naam - 2724 West 4th Ave

La Quercia - 3689 West 4th Ave

The New Bohemian - 3162 West Broadway

The Eatery - 3431 West Broadway

Bishop’s - 2183 West 4^th

Feenies - 2563 West Broadway