Homes in Central are listed at a median asking price of $1,049,000, at $693 per square foot, and have a median of 89 days on market, suggesting buyers have time to consider their options. A walkability score of 66 means many daily errands are achievable on foot, complemented by 41 restaurants, 20 cafés, and 6 grocers nearby. While a transit score of 61 indicates some public transport options are available for wider travel, schools have an access score of 64, with 5 schools within walking distance. Residents can also enjoy 15 parks and green spaces, though 1 current home for sale is identified as suite-capable.
Written by Vicinus from live Central data
Great for: working from home — 20 cafés and 6 grocers on foot
Keep in mind: investors & suite-seekers is a stretch — 1 listing looks suite-capable
Essentials
Schools
Take a Hike Program825 m
Canada Way Education Centre828 m
Douglas Road Elementary1.2 km
Schools access64
Transit
Nearest stop324 m
Bus stops (1.5 km)73
Transit score61
Shop & eat
Restaurants41
Cafés20
Grocers6
Amenities68
Daily needs
Pharmacies6
Green spaces15
Counted within 1.5 km of the centre of the neighbourhood; distances are straight-line. Places data from OpenStreetMap contributors.
What stands out in Central
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Who thrives here
Growing families
5 schools within walking distance. 15 green spaces nearby.
Outdoor-first
15 parks and green spaces mapped nearby.
Living here
Getting around
| Where you're going | Transit | Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Vancouver | — | 31 min |
| Broadway corridor / VGH | — | 28 min |
| UBC | — | 48 min |
| Metrotown | — | 13 min |
| YVR Airport | — | 41 min |
Transit is weekday morning schedules with the walk to the stop included, for trips made without changing vehicle — a dash means no one-seat ride, not that it is unreachable. Driving times are off-peak and carry no traffic.
Trails & green
15 green spaces
Including Brentwood Town Centre Park Site and Harwood Park, within walking distance of the centre.
The village
220 places
41 restaurants, 20 cafés and 6 grocers among them, within 1.5 km of the centre.
Market pulse
Median price
$1.05M
from 49 listings
Days on market
89
median, active listings
Walk score
66
out of 100
$ / sqft
$693
from 49 with a size
Central vs. its neighbours
| Neighbourhood | Median | $ / sqft | Days on mkt | Walk | Schools |
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