Crossing Lions Gate Bridge into Vancouver offers amazing views – mountains behind the skyline and ocean below. Greater Vancouver has neighborhoods for every lifestyle and budget.

After exploring the region’s diverse communities, here’s an honest guide to the top areas worth considering in your Greater Vancouver home search – complete with local insights you won’t find in typical real estate listings.

1. Kitsilano: Beach Living with City Benefits

Kitsilano Beach is why people love this area. Picture yourself walking on the sand while volleyball games happen nearby and mountains create a beautiful backdrop.

People here often choose lifestyle over space. Morning walks along the water make the higher prices worth it for many residents.