West Vancouver

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West Vancouver, BC

Area Guide

Tucked between the North Shore Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, West Vancouver feels more like a quiet coastal town than a city just across the bridge from downtown. Here, the mountain air is crisp, the water views are endless, and daily life tends to unfold at a slower, more intentional pace. Locals stroll the Seawalk, browse weekend markets, and catch up with neighbours over coffee with a view. It’s a place where the scenery really does shape your routine.

Most errands and outings revolve around community hubs like Dundarave and Ambleside, where boutique shopping meets casual dining, all steps from the beach. Walking paths thread through tree-lined streets, and public transit makes commuting into Vancouver simple.

Capilano University is just a short drive away, bringing an artsy energy to the region. Every August, West Vancouver hosts the Harmony Arts Festival, a weeklong celebration of visual art, live music, and coastal culture that takes over the waterfront. It’s the kind of event where you linger long after sunset, soaking in everything that makes this place feel like home.

Explore the City

View of the coastline of city West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada on the shore of Burrard Inlet with residential high-rise buildings and boats.

View of Lions Gate Bridge crossing Burrard Inlet in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada with the city of West Vancouver.

Sunset at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver.

Rent Trends

As of September 2025, the average apartment rent in West Vancouver, BC is C$2,042 for a studio, C$2,555 for one bedroom, C$3,615 for two bedrooms, and C$5,105 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Vancouver has decreased by -1.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
C$2,555/month
741 Sq Ft
House
C$7,191/month
512 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

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Methodology

† Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.