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Kitsilano, Vancouver
Kitsilano is a neighbourhood in the city of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Known colloquially as "Kits", the neighbourhood is named after Squamish chief August Jack Khatsahlano. Kitsilano is located in Vancouver's West Side along the south shore of English Bay, between the neighbourhoods of West Point Grey and Fairview. With a population of 40,595 people as of 2006, the area is mostly residential with two main commercial areas, West 4th Avenue and West Broadway, known for their retail stores, restaurants and organic food markets. Notable landmarks in Kitsilano include the Burrard Bridge, Kitsilano Beach, and the Museum of Vancouver/H. R. MacMillan Space Centre.
The neighbourhood has played host to a number of annual events such as the Vancouver International Children's Festival, the Bard on the Beach outdoor Shakespeare festival, and the Celebration of Light fireworks competition. Kitsilano is the current or former home of a number of famous residents including environmentalist David Suzuki, writers William Gibson and Philip K. Dick, actors Ryan Reynolds, Jason Priestley, and Joshua Jackson, ice hockey players Trevor Linden and Ryan Kesler, and comedian Brent Butt.
History
The name 'Kitsilano' is derived from 'Xats'alanexw', the name of a Squamish chief. The area has been home to the Squamish people (known as Sḵwx̱wú7mesh in the Squamish language) since the 1800s when they moved into the area to work in saw mills and other industries started by early settlers. The Squamish finally surrendered the reserve to the federal government in 1946. There is still a small amount of Indian reserve land at the foot of the Burrard Street Bridge, called senakw (usually spelled Snauq historically) in the Squamish language, where Xats'alanexw, also known as August Jack Khatsahlano, lived.
The city's streetcar lines used to have a "loop" at Arbutus & Cornwall, which made "Greer's Beach", as the area first became known after the holdout settler who lived there, easy to get to from the new city, then still mostly contained on the downtown peninsula. With the opening of the Lulu Island Railway interurban line from Granville & Pacific to Richmond via Seventh Avenue and Arbutus Street to Kerrisdale in the 1890s, more of Kits was put within easy range of downtown and housing and commercial areas carved out of the forests and swamp. The lowland area beyond MacDonald, from 4th Avenue to King Edward, was known as Malaria Flats because of its swampy air. Like most of Vancouver, it had only a few decades before been covered in dense West Coast forest.
From the 1890s, the Vancouver Lawn Tennis Club in Granville Park became a trendy club for the local elite, hosting an annual Championship which attracted some nationally successful Canadian players.
The area was an inexpensive neighbourhood to live in the 1960s and attracted many from the counterculture from across Canada and the United States and was known as one of the two hotbeds of the hippie culture in the city, the other being Gastown. However, the area became gentrified by 'yuppies' in subsequent decades. Close proximity to downtown Vancouver, walking distance to parks, beaches and popular Granville Island has made the neighbourhood a very desirable community to live. One of the main concert venues in the city in the days of the counterculture was the Soft Rock Cafe (not to be confused with the Hard Rock Cafe), near 4th and Maple, later rebuilt into a modern shopping complex.
One remaining artifact of the 1960s is the Naam Cafe at 4th and Macdonald, providing vegetarian, vegan, and natural foods. The area is also known for having the first of certain kinds of restaurants, such as the California-style Topanga Cafe. Three of the first neighbourhood pub licenses in Vancouver are still located on 4th Avenue - Bimini's at Maple (reopened after a fire in 2007),Darby D. Dawes at MacDonald, and Jerry's Cove - the original name of Jericho - near Alma.
Greenpeace - founded in the home of Dorothy Stowe at 2775 Courtney Ave. in upper Point Grey near Pacific Spirit Regional Park and UBC - originally found a home in Kitsilano in the backroom of a small office on the SE corner of Broadway at Cypress, and shortly after that at 2007 4th Ave. and Maple (now 2009 due to address change), sharing the upstairs office with SPEC. The first offices of the Green Party of British Columbia were originally located in the home of longtime party leader Adriane Carr and her husband Paul George on Trafalgar Street, near 6th, in early 1983, before being moved by the summer of that year to offices near Broadway and Cypress, which also became the first offices of the Green Party of Canada.
Geography
Kitsilano is located in the West Side of Vancouver, along the southern shore of English Bay, with Burrard Street as the neighbourhood's eastern boundary, Alma Street its western boundary, and 16th Avenue its southern boundary.
Adjacent neighbourhoods include the West End northeast across the Burrard Bridge and False Creek, Fairview directly to the east, Shaughnessy to the southeast, Arbutus Ridge directly south, Dunbar-Southlands southwest, and West Point Grey directly west.
Like all of Vancouver, Kitsilano is located in traditional Coast Salish territory.
Demographics
As of 2011, Kitsilano had 41,375 people, a 1.95% increase from 2006. 12.6% of the population is under the age of 19; 42.1% is between 20 and 39; 34.5% is between 40 and 64; and 10.9% is 65 or older. 76.0% of Kitsilano residents speak English as a first language and 2.6% speak French. As of 2006, The median household income was $53,455, and 21.3% of its population lives in low-income households. Its unemployment rate is 4.2%.
Arts and culture
Kitsilano is home to a number of Vancouver's annual festivals and events:
- Each June, Greek Day is an annual street festival celebrating Greek culture and cuisine along several blocks of Greek West Broadway, which is Vancouver's Greektown.
- Vanier Park is home to the Vancouver International Children's Festival (at Granville Island as of 2014) and "Bard on the Beach", the outdoor Shakespeare festival.
- The Celebration of Light is held on the waters of English Bay between Vanier Park and the West End.
- The Khatsahlano Street Party is held on 4th Avenue on a July Saturday.
Attractions
Parks and beaches
Kitsilano is home to 17 parks, which include six playgrounds, an off-leash dog park, and Kitsilano Beach, one of Vancouver's most popular beaches. Along with the beach itself, Kitsilano Beach Park also contains a franchise restaurant, Kitsilano Pool, and the Kitsilano Showboat. The Kitsilano Showboat, operating since 1935, is essentially an open-air amphitheatre with the ocean and mountains as a backdrop. All summer long, the showboat hosts free performances from local bands, dance groups, and other performers. Its main goal is to entertain residents and tourists, showcasing amateur talent. It is located on the south side of the Kitsilano Pool along Cornwall Avenue. Weather permitting, shows typically start at 7:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays. Beatrice Leinbach, or Captain Bea, has been playing an active role in maintaining the showboat since the mid-1940s. As of 2006, she is the president of the non-profit Kitsilano Showboat Society.
Vanier Park is another one of Kitsilano's most popular parks, and is the location of the Museum of Vancouver, the H. R. MacMillan Space Centre, the Vancouver Maritime Museum, as well as the public art installations Gate to the Northwest Passage by artist Alan Chung Hung and "Freezing Water #7" by Jun Ren
Buildings
Landmark buildings in Kitsilano include the Burrard Bridge, a five-lane, Art Deco style, steel truss bridge constructed in 1930-1932 connecting downtown Vancouver with Kitsilano via connections to Burrard Street on both ends, as well as several historic sites such as the Museum of Vancouver and H. R. MacMillan Space Centre, St. Roch National Historic Site of Canada, Kitsilano Secondary School, General Gordon Elementary School and the Bessborough Armoury. Busy Macdonald Street and some quiet, leafy adjoining streets still have some 1910s-1920s craftsman houses that cannot be found anywhere else in Vancouver. According to Exploring Vancouver, an architectural guide to the city:
Kitsilano developed as a less expensive suburban alternative to the West End. Endless rows of developer-built houses lined the grid of streets, their gabled roofs picturesque and not boring. Many resemble West End houses of preceding years, but have the wider proportions, broad verandahs, and wood brackets popularized by the newer and trendier California bungalow.
Government
Kitsilano is situated within the Canadian federal electoral districts of Vancouver Quadra and Vancouver Centre, currently held by Joyce Murray and Hedy Fry, respectively. Both are members of the Liberal Party of Canada. Provincially, Kitsilano lies within the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia electoral districts of Vancouver-Point Grey, Vancouver-Fairview, and Vancouver-False Creek. Vancouver-Point Grey is currently held by David Eby of the BC NDP, Vancouver-Fairview by fellow BC NDP member George Heyman, and Vancouver-False Creek by BC Liberal Sam Sullivan.
Kitsilano
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1842 W 12th Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano Townhouse for sale in "Heritage On 12th" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2987505
1842 W 12th Avenue Vancouver V6J 2E8 
$2,098,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2987505
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,633 sq. ft.
Welcome to “Heritage on 12th”! This spacious 3 bedroom/ 2.5 bath boasts 9 ft. ceilings on the main floor and vaulted ceilings upstairs in the bedrooms with skylights. Windows facing North, East & South give plenty of light. Miele gas cooktop and oven in the spacious gourmet kitchen. Open floorpan is ideal for entertaining. Beautiful mahogany hardwood floors, sumptuous spa like bathrooms. Efficient tankless hot water heating system, radiant in floor heating, 2 private outdoor patios including a front porch verandah for lounging. Walking distance to Van Lawn Tennis club, South Granville shopping/ restaurants, and minutes to downtown. Shaughnessy & Kitsilano High catchment area. To see is to fall in love. More detailsListed by Heller Murch Realty
- JENNIFER HILL
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3262 W 1st Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2987630
3262 W 1st Avenue Vancouver V6K 1H5
$6,299,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2987630
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,788 sq. ft.
Experience luxury living alongside Vancouver’s prestigious Golden Mile. This rare, reimagined masterpiece boasts recent and sophisticated renovations, blending modern sophistication with timeless elegance. Four levels of exquisite design feature a primary suite with floor-to-ceiling windows, 72” fireplace, spa-inspired ensuite with soaker tub, rainfall shower, custom walk-in closet, and private laundry. The upper living area showcases vaulted ceilings, ocean views, fireplace and a gourmet kitchen with granite counters, premium appliances, and a central island. The top floor offers a vaulted bedroom with ensuite and private balcony. Steps from the waterfront, elite schools, Royal Vancouver Yacht Club & Jericho Tennis Club. Your Luxury Coastal Lifestyle Awaits. Book a private showing today. More detailsListed by eXp Realty - JENNIFER HILL
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3111 W 6th Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2986651
3111 W 6th Avenue Vancouver V6K 1X5
$1,980,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2986651
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,508 sq. ft.
Wow! A 3-bdrm, 3-bath, half duplex in prime Kitsilano pocket with PRIVATE YARD, & GIANT garage ROOFTOP DECK! It does not get any better than this in Kits, look no further, calling all families looking to raise the kids in the very best location on the westside. This home has had so many updates. Great home for entertaining with loads of outdoor space with yard, covered deck, and rooftop deck, including wonderful neighbours all around. Big enough for sellers’ wedding reception. And all this for under $2M! Walk to best schools, W. 4th and W. Broadway cafes, veggies shops, public houses, bakeries, and Kits/Jericho Beaches blocks away! More photos online, join us at our Live Stream broadcast on our FB page: Thur April 10th(5pm), private showings by appt only Fri,Sat,Sun April 11-13th(2-4 PM). More detailsListed by Pospischil Realty Group - JENNIFER HILL
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2385 W 7th Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2986686
2385 W 7th Avenue Vancouver V6K 1Y4
$3,098,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2986686
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,206 sq. ft.
Classic 1910 home on giant 50x120 lot on tree-lined street in prime Kits location! Amazing opportunity for you to move in as is, renovate and restore, or redevelop this property into multifamily. Whatever your plans are this amazing four level 8-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom, Victorian home lends itself to almost any path you are on. Lots of natural light, high ceilings, and lots of character still. Updates include: updated basement suite (2015), fully renovated main floor kitchen, bathroom, electrical, plumbing, fixtures and flooring (2008). Updated 2nd floor bedrooms, and bathroom (2008). Home needs a new roof. View more photos online and join us at our Live Stream broadcast on our FB page: Thurs April 10th (6 pm), private showings by appt only Fri,Sat,Sun Apr 11-13th (12-2PM). More detailsListed by Pospischil Realty Group - JENNIFER HILL
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2063 W 10th Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano Townhouse for sale in "West 10th Maple At Arbutus" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2986736
2063 W 10th Avenue Vancouver V6J 0H1 OPEN HOUSE: Apr 13, 202502:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, April 13, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM
$1,489,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2986736
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,254 sq. ft.
Rarely available Concrete, 2 Bedrooms + Den QUIET Townhouse at 10th & Maple. Soaring 11’ ceilings offer an extreme spacious feel. Unit has AC! Gourmet kitchen w/Full Size appliances, Gas cooking, integrated Scavolini cabinets. Generous living & dining spaces extending to a patio w/gas line for BBQ. Upstair's Primary accommodates a king, Ensuite w/Double Sinks. Den + Flex space provides multiple uses. One blk to Lord Tennyson French immersion, several private schools & Montessori daycare next door. Great Kits location by Arbutus Greenway, bike path, future skytrain, cafes, London Drugs, IGA & close to beach. One Parking, 2 pets any size welcomed. OPEN Sunday April 13, 2-4 pm. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Properties - JENNIFER HILL
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2039 Creelman Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale in "Kits Point" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2986754
2039 Creelman Avenue Vancouver V6J 1C2
$3,598,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2986754
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,679 sq. ft.
Welcome to KITS POINT! Less than a block from Kits Beach in an absolutely unbeatable location and part of one of Vancouver’s most sought-after neighborhoods! This is a prime and rarely available 33 x 120 lot with RT-9 zoning offering tremendous opportunity & optionality. The charming 3 bed / 2 bath home offers 2621 sq ft of interior space plus a single car garage with lane access. Enjoy mountain views from the top floor. Incredible location and steps from Kits Beach, Kits Pool, the seawall, Granville Island, trendy shops, dining & an abundance of outdoor activities! Buy and hold, renovate or build your dream property! Showings by appointment. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - JENNIFER HILL
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2725 W 6th Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2986992
2725 W 6th Avenue Vancouver V6K 1W9 OPEN HOUSE: Apr 12, 202502:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Saturday, April 12, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PMOPEN HOUSE: Apr 13, 202502:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, April 13, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM
$2,398,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2986992
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,445 sq. ft.
Beautifully maintained 4-bed, 3-bath heritage home on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Kitsilano. Offering over 2,400 sq ft, this warm and welcoming home features 3 bedrooms up and a separate I-bedroom suite below-perfect for extended family or rental income. Full of original charm and character, with thoughtful updates throughout. Located just a short walk to West Broadway, 4th Avenue shops, and Kits Beach. An ideal opportunity for a young family to settle into one of Vancouver's most beloved neighbourhoods. This is Kits living at its finest-heritage charm, unbeatable location, and a true sense of a character home. OPEN HOUSE Saturday April 12th and Sunday April 13th 2-4pm. More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver - JENNIFER HILL
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1 3151 W 10th Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2986933
1 3151 W 10th Avenue Vancouver V6K 2L1 OPEN HOUSE: Apr 12, 202502:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Saturday, April 12, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PMOPEN HOUSE: Apr 13, 202502:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, April 13, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM
$2,699,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2986933
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 1,830 sq. ft.
Situated in the heart of Kitsilano, this beautifully designed 4-bedroom family-sized front-and-back duplex is a testament to Trillium Homes’ commitment to quality and craftsmanship, supported by their exceptional homeowner care. Designed by Architrix, a renowned Vancouver-based design team, this home is built on a generous 40x115 lot. It features 10-foot ceilings on the main floor, a 15-foot sliding glass door, and a gourmet kitchen with Wolf appliances, dual integrated fridges, a wine fridge, and a Miele dishwasher. Luxurious details include engineered hardwood floors, heated bathroom floors, Aqualem fixtures, & custom millwork closets. An efficient heat pump providing heating and cooling ensures year-round comfort. This home perfectly blends sophistication and Kitsilano’s relaxed charm. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - JENNIFER HILL
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2446 W 7th Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale in "Kitsilano" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2987110
2446 W 7th Avenue Vancouver V6K 1Y7 OPEN HOUSE: Apr 12, 202503:00 PM - 05:00 PM PDTOpen House on Saturday, April 12, 2025 3:00PM - 5:00PMOPEN HOUSE: Apr 13, 202503:00 PM - 05:00 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, April 13, 2025 3:00PM - 5:00PM
$3,888,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2987110
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,077 sq. ft.
Location! Location! Location! Kitsilano 5 bedroom Character 2 level plus fully developed basement home on an expansive 50' x 120' landscaped lot. Loads of parking. Walking distance to schools, shopping and transportation. Just minutes to UBC & Downtown. OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN APR 12/13 3:00-5:00PM More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Realty - JENNIFER HILL
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2356 W 13th Avenue in Vancouver: Kitsilano House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2987135
2356 W 13th Avenue Vancouver V6K 2S6
$2,990,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2987135
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,377 sq. ft.
BUILDER, INVESTOR ALERT!!! Prime LOCATION on a flat 50' X 125', 6,250sqft Lot. R1-1 Zoned. With a wide range of opportunities from 8-stories Building, Multiplex to your Dream Home! Located within 800, of the Arbutus Station Transit Oriented Area. Options are endless! Minutes walk to Kitsilano Community Centre, Broadway Corridor, Loblaws City Market, Kitsilano Secondary School and local shops. You are also minutes drive to Kitsilano Beach, Arbutus Club, UBC, Downtown and all the exciting shops on 4th Ave. With the future Arbutus Skytrain Station around the corner, this location will give you prime access to the city while you are in a quiet residential neighborhood. CANCELLATION OF DRPO (OFFER DATE!). More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - JENNIFER HILL
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702 2799 Yew Street in Vancouver: Kitsilano Condo for sale in "Seasons Arbutus (Formerly Tapestry)" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2987089
702 2799 Yew Street Vancouver V6K 4W2 OPEN HOUSE: Apr 13, 202501:00 PM - 02:30 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, April 13, 2025 1:00PM - 2:30PM
$1,529,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2987089
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,286 sq. ft.
This jewel will move you! N/E corner suite, one of the largest in the building with mountain, park, city & water views. RARE feature: 387 sq.ft. terrace + wrap around balcony provides an inviting outdoor oasis for relaxing & container gardening. The suite was updated and redesigned to increase the kitchen size and create open living, dining & family room areas (eliminating 2nd bedroom, easily reverted back if desired). Terrific floorplan for entertaining friends & family and embracing the lifestyle & many benefits this award-winning independent living community offers for ages 60+. Services include weekly housekeeping, gourmet dining, spa/salon, fitness centre, rooftop terrace with a putting green, cinema, pub, library & concierge, all in this landmark upper Kitsilano location. More detailsListed by Dexter Realty - JENNIFER HILL
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320 2890 Point Grey Road in Vancouver: Kitsilano Condo for sale in "Killarney Manor" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2987134
320 2890 Point Grey Road Vancouver V6K 1A9
$1,198,000Residential- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2987134
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 944 sq. ft.
Experience timeless elegance at Killarney Manor, a historic gem on Point Grey Road’s "Golden Mile," known for its classic charm and refined architecture. This spacious 2-bed, 1-bath home is quietly positioned with peaceful views over Tatlow Park. Enjoy European stainless steel appliances, stone counters, and rich wood floors in the open kitchen. Expansive windows flood the space with natural light, adding warmth and character. The generous primary bedroom offers comfort and privacy and a south facing outlook. Includes 1 secure underground parking, a storage, shared laundry with plenty of machines, maint. fees include heat and hot water. Steps to RVYC, Jericho Tennis Club, Kits Beach, and 4th Avenue’s shops and dining, with easy access to UBC and Downtown. Rentals allowed. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Sussex - JENNIFER HILL
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