Neighborhoods
Discover the communities MARLENE serves
Vancouver
Kitsilano
Kitsilano sits on the south shore of English Bay, just across the water from downtown Vancouver, with the North Shore mountains forming a backdrop to the north. Its location makes for an easy commute, whether by bus, bike, or a short drive. The streets are lined with mature trees and a mix of older character homes, including Craftsman-style houses, alongside low-rise apartment buildings and newer townhomes and condos.
Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver pulses with urban energy, stretching from the waterfront north to the inlet and anchored by a dense grid of glass high-rises, heritage buildings, and tree-lined streets. This is the city's commercial and cultural heart, where you can walk to world-class theatres, art galleries, and restaurants representing cuisines from across the Pacific Rim. The seawall winds along the harbour, connecting residents to Coal Harbour's marinas and Stanley Park's forest trails within minutes. Robson Street brings retail and cafés, while Yaletown and Gastown offer distinct pockets of character—converted lofts, cobblestone lanes, and boutique shopping.
Vancouver
Kerrisdale
Kerrisdale occupies a prestigious position in Vancouver's west side, offering tree-lined streets, classic early-20th-century homes, and elegant low-rise apartments. The neighborhood's commercial heart along West 41st Avenue provides an old-fashioned main street atmosphere, where independent boutiques, European bakeries, specialty grocers, and long-established restaurants create a walkable village experience within the city.
Burnaby
Burnaby stretches across hills and valleys between Vancouver and the Fraser River, occupying a central position in the Lower Mainland. The city's landscape rises from flatlands into forested ridges, offering a mix of older single-family streets, modern townhouse clusters, and high-rise residential towers concentrated around SkyTrain stations. Commercial corridors blend independent shops with larger retail centers, while nature remains close at hand through an extensive network of trails, parks, and protected conservation areas.
New Westminster
New Westminster sits along the Fraser River east of Vancouver, combining a preserved historic center with waterfront parks and residential hillside neighborhoods that range from Victorian-era homes to contemporary townhouses and apartment towers. The oldest city in British Columbia, it retains architectural character in its downtown core while newer developments line the riverfront with views across to the North Shore mountains.