North Vancouver is the place to be for anyone who wants to live close to a fabulous, expansive beach and still have everything a major city has to offer. With free summer concerts, large, well-kept parks, spas, farmerâs markets, magnificent historical landmarks and nature preserves as well as glorious mountain ranges North Vancouver has the very best of everything for active residents.
The market for homes in North Vancouver is wide open. There are luxury condos, massive estates, beach front bungalows and community split levels and ranch style homes. No matter what style is desired, North Vancouver has it, and most of the styles have a wide range of prices to give everyone a chance at the perfect lifestyle for them.
North Vancouver is located in the beautiful British Columbia province of Canada and sits on the peaceful Burrand Inlet. North Vancouver is a traditional logging and fishing village that was settled in the 1860s. Boating and water sports are still a big attraction in the area. Boat lovers can take advantage of many great opportunities for all types of water enjoyment from bay or river treks to ocean voyaging. From Burrand Inlet, boaters need only to travel a short distance to the Strait of Georgia, and then it is just a short trip to the Pacific Ocean where the world is your oyster. Other water sports are easy to find, or just relax along the stunning waterfront. Golfers will find many lavish country clubs available, and fishing is a thriving sport in the area.
History buffs will love the museums, historical architecture, and galleries available in the area. Some spots of interest include St. Edmundâs Church and the Shipyards. North Vancouver is also home to several public schools along with the University of British Columbia, as well as Capilano University, Simon Fraser University.
