Vancouver Official Neighbourhood
South Cambie is a distinctive and centrally located neighbourhood in Vancouver's West Side, known for its quiet residential feel, excellent amenities, and strong connectivity. It's one of the smallest neighbourhoods in the city by area and population, stretching roughly from West 16th Avenue to West 41st Avenue between Oak Street and Cambie Street.
Character & Atmosphere
Residential & Peaceful: South Cambie is mainly a quiet residential area with tree-lined streets, a mix of older homes and newer condos/townhouses, and a reputation for being family-friendly and stable. Diverse
Housing: You'll find a mix of single-family homes, low-rise apartments, and newer developments along transit corridors. Smaller Community: It has a tight-knit, welcoming vibe-still urban but less hectic than
downtown or denser neighbourhoods.
Location & Transit
Central & Convenient: The neighbourhood's central location makes it easy to reach Downtown Vancouver, Richmond, and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) via the Canada Line SkyTrain, which runs along Cambie
Street with stations at key points like Oakridge-41st and King Edward. Walkable & Transit-Friendly: Many parts of South Cambie are walkable and bikeable, with good access to transit and major streets.
Parks & Recreation
Close to Green Spaces: While South Cambie itself has parks and trails, it also borders Queen Elizabeth Park-one of Vancouver's most beloved large parks with gardens, viewpoints, and recreation areas-just to the east.
Langara Golf Course: A major feature in the southern portion of the neighbourhood, offering an 18-hole public golf course and paved walking/jogging trails around it. Other Parks: Cambie Park and other smaller
green spaces are scattered through the area.
Schools, Healthcare & Amenities
Education: There are several elementary and secondary schools, plus nearby Langara College and associated facilities. Healthcare Hub: The area is notable for an abundance of medical facilities, including BC Children's
Hospital and BC Women's Hospital, making it an important healthcare district in the city. Shopping & Eating: Local amenities include shops and restaurants along Cambie Street, and larger retail nearby at Oakridge
Centre and surrounding districts.
Community & Lifestyle
Family-Oriented Yet Diverse: South Cambie attracts families, professionals, students, and seniors, offering a balance of quiet residential life with urban convenience close by. Cultural Mix & Change: The neighbourhood
has seen growth and redevelopment in recent years, with rising housing costs reflecting its desirability and proximity to transit; this has brought a mix of residents and some evolving community dynamics.
Summary
South Cambie is ideal if you're looking for:
- A quiet but well-connected neighbourhood
- Easy transit access to downtown and beyond
- Parks, green space, and recreation nearby
- Strong family amenities and schools
- A community with mix of historic charm and new development
Overall, it strikes a balance between suburban calm and city convenience - a desirable part of Vancouver for many residents.
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