Kensington-Cedar Cottage has a wide social and demographic mix, with an impressive range of ethnic groups who contribute richly to Vancouver’s cultural diversity. This area also has a thriving colony of artists, many in residential live/work studios. Kensington-Cedar Cottage lies in the centre of east Vancouver, with scenic views from the top of the city’s east-west ridge and running down to beautiful Trout Lake, an urban lake and park. People here come from many different backgrounds, languages, and income levels, and the population is growing at a faster rate than most communities in Vancouver.
Kensington & Cedar Cottage's Appeal
Approximately 68% of the housing in Kensington is single-family, with a large majority of these homes catering to Vancouver’s middle-class income bracket, providing an affordable neighbourhood where owning a home is still possible for the hard-working middle-class family. Kensington also offers many schools, parks, restaurants, and independent markets, ensuring that residents here are well situated while having everything they need.
Kensington & Cedar Cottage Provides...
Restaurants
Kensington/Cedar Cottage is a true melting pot where the restaurants are just as diverse as the residents. Some of Vancouver's best hole-in-the-walls are found in this neighbourhood, including one of our personal favourites, House of Dosa. You can also find excellent neighbourhood hot spots like Les Faux Bourgeois and Savio Volpe.
Schools
With so many families living in this neighbourhood it should come as no surprise the number of schools you will find here. For residents looking for elementary options, you can choose from Dickens Annex, Lord Selkirk Annex, McBride Elementary, Sir Sandford Fleming Elementary, Tecumseh Elementary, and Tecumseh Annex, and for those looking for middle school and secondary options, this neighbourhood also provides a choice from Vancouver Technical, Gladstone Secondary, John Oliver Secondary, Sir Charles Tupper, and Killarney Secondary.
Transportation
Kensington/Cedar Cottage has several of the city's busiest streets and major transit routes, meaning busses are plentiful. There is also a Skytrain that takes you either west towards downtown Vancouver or east towards either Surrey or Coquitlam.
Ethnic Markets
High-end grocery stores such as Whole Foods do not exist in Kensington; instead, you will find an abundance of wonderful ethnic markets, which provide a larger, more diverse amount of goods, and generally at a much more reasonable price point than some of the other markets in the city, and with these markets scattered throughout the neighbourhood, one can usually walk to get their groceries no matter where they live.
Trout Lake Farmers Markets
What makes it so special? First, it's one of the Lower Mainland's biggest markets, which means lots of things to see, buy, and sample. There are multiple fresh fruit and vegetable vendors, folk selling baked goods, artisans selling local crafts, and people selling homemade preserves, among other items. There can be over 70 vendors and a couple of thousand shoppers on a busy day in the summer.
Parks and Recreation
With 11 parks, a community centre with a pool, a multipurpose sports facility, outdoor tennis courts, ultimate frisbee, an off-leash dog park, and many other sporting facilities, Kensington provides something for everyone, with most of these activities having little to no cost.
The Kensington & Cedar Cottage Housing Market
Most of the housing in Kensington/Cedar Cottage consists of single-family homes built in two stages – the first being pre-1946 and the second during a resurgent interest in the neighbourhood between 1981 and 1990. The uptick in new construction during this era was primarily due to the influx of middle-class families, who quickly realized the benefits of being close to the downtown core while still maintaining a suburban neighbourhood environment that catered to its residents. More recently, there has been an upswing in the construction of multi-unit buildings – both low-rise and mid-rise – as well as townhouse developments. The Kensington/Cedar Cottage is filled with young couples and established families.
Your Life In Kensington & Cedar Cottage
Your Life After Work
Go to one of the 11 parks in the neighbourhood to relax in the quiet atmosphere they provide, or walk down Kingsway and grab some delicious Pho from one of the top Vietnamese restaurants in the city.
Your Life On Weekends
Get up and go to the Trout Lake Farmers Market, where you will pick up all sorts of local, seasonal goods you can't find anywhere else. Play tennis at one of the free outdoor courts, or go to dinner at any one of the number of great restaurants in the area.
Dining and Entertainment
With so many dining options in this neighbourhood, suffering from over choice is a common problem to have, whether it is excellent Mexican food from Sol y Limon or Los Cuervos to coffee at Matchstick or Our Town Cafe, or drinks at the Black Lodge, or to some of our previously mentioned favourites, there is no shortage of options for you in this neighbourhood.
Rio Theater
Since its evolution in 2008, the Rio has hosted Hollywood blockbusters, local independent filmmakers, midnight screenings of cult classics, the toddler-friendly "Movies for Mommies" series, local and international film festivals, comedy festivals, queer film events, burlesque shows, screenings, and tours for local public schools, political events, religious services, spoken word, and other live performances, and local and international live music.
What You'll Love
You will like the single family homes, housing affordability, and cost of living in general, the many local shops and markets that provide most of your needed goods and produce. You will also love the excellent transportation that goes through this neighbourhood, taking you to wherever you need to go quickly and conveniently.
What You May Not Like
Kensington/Cedar Cottage has many rented houses, meaning there is more density here, and this neighborhood encounters issues with traffic, especially during rush hour. There are parts of this neighbourhood that are quieter than others, but this area can be noisy as there are several busy roads that cut right through this area, and they carry traffic from not only Vancouver but Burnaby and beyond as well.
Kensington & Cedar Cottage Property Search
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1333 E 41ST Avenue in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2537175
1333 E 41ST Avenue Vancouver V5W 1R5 
$2,180,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2537175
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,341 sq. ft.
Convenient location, close proximity to parks and schools. Two bedrooms up and five bedrooms down. Contains 2 ideal for mortgage helper. Easy access to public transportation and shops. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty First
- MICHAEL BOOTH
- Century 21 In Town Realty
- (604) 309-3463
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3470 KNIGHT Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2540408
3470 KNIGHT Street Vancouver V5N 3K9
$1,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2540408
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,900 sq. ft.
ATTENTION!!! 2 lots in a row **Assembly Site** on KNIGHT STREET: 3458 & 3470 ! A perfect starter home in the Cedar Cottage area. Charming 5-bedrooms house situated on a 33" x 105.10' (3468 sq ft) lot with 1900 sq ft of open living space. Main floor features living room, kitchen, master bedroom and two bedrooms. Downstairs features living room, dining room, kitchen, two bedrooms, and Laundry & have the option to rent out the fully finished 2 bedroom suite. The grassy backyard is great for kids & the patio is great for entertaining. This property is just two blks to Tyee Elem & a walker's paradise for all your needs. School Catchment: Lord Selkirk Elementary & Gladstone Secondary. More detailsListed by eXp Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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1468 E KING EDWARD Avenue in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2562319
1468 E KING EDWARD Avenue Vancouver V5N 2V4
$2,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2562319
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,958 sq. ft.
Welcome builder and developer! Beautiful solid home backing onto KINGCREST PARK. Land Assembly ! The Master Bedroom is on the TOP LEVEL with ensuite, the Main level has 2 more bedrooms, another bathroom and kitchen with eating area opens up to deck. Lower level is SELF-CONTAINED with 3 more bedrooms and its own entrance. Two SEPARATE METERS for the upper and lower units. EASY ACCESS to transportation, schools, and shops by King Edward Village. Combined with neighbor lots, Great Potential! More detailsListed by Sutton Premier Realty and LeHomes Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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1478 E KING EDWARD Avenue in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2563870
1478 E KING EDWARD Avenue Vancouver V5N 2V4
$2,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2563870
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,958 sq. ft.
Welcome builder and developer! Beautiful solid home backing onto KINGCREST PARK. Land Assembly !near restaurants, shopping, transportation and other amenities. Superbly efficient floor plan with master bedroom, ensuite, walking closet and balcony on private top floor; plus open, spacious living areas and 2 bedrooms on main. Legal, separately metered, 2 bedroom basement suite is bright and above ground. Total 6 bedrooms. Detached double garage and open parking spot allow secure yard for BBQ. Back lane is nicely paved and backs onto quiet pristine area of city park. Combined with neighbor lots, Great Potential! More detailsListed by Sutton Premier Realty and LeHomes Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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1488 E KING EDWARD Avenue in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2563873
1488 E KING EDWARD Avenue Vancouver V5N 2V4
$2,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2563873
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,958 sq. ft.
Welcome builder and developer! Beautiful solid home backing onto KINGCREST PARK. Land Assembly ! The Master Bedroom is on the TOP LEVEL with ensuite and Jacuzzi, the Main level has 2 more bedrooms, and kitchen with eating area . Lower level is SELF-CONTAINED with 3 more bedrooms and its own entrance. EASY ACCESS to transportation, schools, and shops by King Edward Village. Combined with neighbor lots, Great Potential! More detailsListed by Sutton Premier Realty and LeHomes Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
- Century 21 In Town Realty
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6325 KNIGHT Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2584961
6325 KNIGHT Street Vancouver V5P 2V9
$1,999,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2584961
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,620 sq. ft.
Attention INVESTORS & DEVELOPERS ALERT! Very Solid and livable House: Great location in the Heart of East Vancouver. One minute Life Circle, Long Term Holding, Possible Huge Potential Value- added Space in future. The whole house Was Upgraded in 2020. The House is Very Clean and Good condition with Separate entrance. It Faces to SIR SANDFORD FLEMING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL and Next Door is Vancouver Coastal Health Centre. Just steps to Bus Station, Shopping Mall, Banks, Restaurants, Park, Community Center and Much More. Walking Distance to All Your Daily Needs. Alert: Great Investment Chance, Please Hurry Up and Don't Miss It. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - MICHAEL BOOTH
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5692 KNIGHT Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2599036
5692 KNIGHT Street Vancouver V5P 2V2
$2,288,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2599036
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,910 sq. ft.
Great and spacious CORNER LOT has 2 bedrooms up and 2 bedrooms downstairs. WEST facing with lots of natural light. Beautiful 42 x 105.2 LOT with Back Lane and separate entrance. Great investment opportunity - Hold, Live in and Build your dream home!! Convenient location, close to all transit, shops and much more, minutes to downtown Vancouver, Metrotown, Richmond & Airport. Tecumseh Elementary / Gladstone Secondary catchment. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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517 4078 KNIGHT Street in Vancouver: Knight Condo for sale in "KING EDWARD VILLAGE" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2653459
517 4078 KNIGHT Street Vancouver V5N 5Y9
$799,999Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2653459
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 862 sq. ft.
Rarely available suite in King Edward Village! The spacious 2BD + 2 full baths + den unit is on the quiet side of the building with North East facing beautiful mountain & city view. Features over-height ceiling with open concept living room, dining area & kitchen. Bonus includes: den/office, granite counters, spacious in-suite laundry & lots of closet space. Solid, well-managed concrete construction and centrally located with easy access to YVR, downtown and Burnaby, close to schools, public transit. restaurants & shopping within walking distance, which include VPL & Save on Foods just down the complex. The list goes on. Pictures don't do it justice. Great value for the size and must be seen to be appreciated. More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - MICHAEL BOOTH
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5330 KNIGHT Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2660047
5330 KNIGHT Street Vancouver V5P 2T9
$1,698,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2660047
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,797 sq. ft.
Builders Alert & land assembly opportunity!!! Great opportunity for investment, live in or hold and build your dream home on this 33x114.65 SF lot with lane access & potential for a laneway home. This Kengsington charmer located in the central popular Kensington - Knight area has a 9yr roof, new painting, lots of natural light & Partially finished basement. Only a few steps to transit, parks, schools, Kensington community center, and shops. Great Mountain view. More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - MICHAEL BOOTH
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1349 E 19TH Avenue in Vancouver: Knight 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2678623
1349 E 19TH Avenue Vancouver V5V 1L4
$1,268,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2678623
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,007 sq. ft.
A very unique opportunity to own a newly built independent Infill/Coach house in Cedar Cottage area of East Vancouver. No adjoining neighbours, lots of privacy! No Strata Fees! Perfect for downsizing or alternative to apartment/townhouse living. Attached drive in garage with direct access to the home. Bonus large outdoor patio to enjoy and entertain with natural gas hook up. High 9 foot ceilings on main floor and skylights to bring in lots of natural light. Upscale appliance package featuring Fisher Paykel and Miele. Both bedrooms are generous sized. This Infill house can be combined purchased with main house 1345 East 19th also for sale. perfect for extended families or Multi Generational needs. Open House Sunday October 2nd 2-4pm More detailsListed by Park Georgia Realty Ltd. - MICHAEL BOOTH
- Century 21 In Town Realty
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1345 E 19TH Avenue in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2679722
1345 E 19TH Avenue Vancouver V5V 1L4
$2,199,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2679722
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,088 sq. ft.
Picture perfect white picket fenced home on fabulous blossom tree lined street in Cedar Cottage. A carefully rebuilt house with all the modern conveniences and attention to detail. 3 bedroom plus den with 3 washrooms. Features in floor radiant heating, independent HRV systems, triple glazed windows, power window blinds, all solid core & fir exterior doors. Deluxe kitchen with select Thermador appliances including built in expresso maker, Walnut grained cabinetry with quartz counters. Lower level is a finely finished Legal 2 bedroom suite to regenerate income.. Comes with a single attached garage complete with EV charging, This property can be purchased with the 2 bedroom Infill House located at back 1349 East 19th also on MLS. Open House: Sunday October 2nd 2-4pm More detailsListed by Park Georgia Realty Ltd. - MICHAEL BOOTH
- Century 21 In Town Realty
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5805 CULLODEN Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2687732
5805 CULLODEN Street Vancouver V5W 3S1
$3,298,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2687732
- Bedrooms:
- 9
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 3,359 sq. ft.
This bright & cheerful luxury home features an open modern floor plan, Italian marble heated flooring, luxury mouldings & millwork, 10’ ceilings, crystal chandeliers & dream kitchen w/ high-end Miele appliances including wine fridge & white quartz counters. Upstairs gives you hardwood flooring, 4 bedrooms & 2 baths. Master with spa inspired en-suite w/steam shower & Jacuzzi tub, plus French doors opening onto spacious deck. Downstairs has legal 2 bedroom suite with option to have an additional 1 bedroom suite & space w/ main house. Laneway with 2 bedrooms & 4 pc bath. Property rented for $4600/mo. Beautifully landscaped western exposed backyard with all day sun, exterior lighting, extensive use of stone and granite, AC, built in vacuum, built in speakers, security cameras. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - MICHAEL BOOTH
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