welcome to Kensington-Cedar Cottage

Kensington–Cedar Cottage is one of East Vancouver’s most dynamic and eclectic neighbourhoods, known for its diversity, creative energy, and mountain views. Stretching from Fraser Street to Nanaimo and East 16th Avenue to East 41st, this area blends historic charm with urban revitalization, making it a favourite for young families, artists, and first-time buyers looking for a foothold in the city.

Originally settled by immigrant families, the neighbourhood still reflects a rich multicultural identity, with Vietnamese, Filipino, Latin American, Chinese, and South Asian influences shaping the food scene, community events, and streetscapes. Add in tree-lined streets, classic Vancouver Specials, and newer duplexes and townhomes, and you have a neighbourhood that feels authentic, evolving, and down-to-earth

vibe

Creative, Multicultural, Up-and-Coming, Residential

Who lives here?

Young Families, First-Time Buyers, Artists, Immigrant Households, Renters

Major landmarks

Kensington Park & Community Centre, Trout Lake, Clark Park, Fraser Street Shops, Gladstone Secondary

Transit Options

Buses along Kingsway, Fraser, Knight & Victoria; Close to Nanaimo & Commercial–Broadway SkyTrain stations


Walk score

 80 – This area is very walkable. Daily errands can be done without a car, with a good mix of shops, services, restaurants, and public transit options easily accessible by foot.

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Local Amenities

Kensington–Cedar Cottage is one of the most ethnically diverse neighbourhoods in east Vancouver, bordered by Fraser Street on the west, Nanaimo Street on the east, 41st Avenue on the south, and 16th Avenue and Broadway on the north. It features Kensington Park with a community centre, skate park, sports fields, and playgrounds, plus nearby parks like Brewer's Park and Kingcrest Park for additional green space. The area is renowned for its global cuisine along Kingsway, Fraser, and Victoria streets, with excellent Vietnamese, Filipino, Chinese, and Mexican restaurants complemented by accessible grocery stores, clinics, libraries, and fitness centres. Educational facilities include Charles Dickens Elementary & Annex, a popular choice for young families, plus Selkirk Elementary and Gladstone Secondary School, a public secondary school opened in 1950 and named after British Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone. The neighbourhood is well-connected by transit with bus routes 19, 22, and 25, SkyTrain access via the nearby Commercial-Broadway and Nanaimo stations, and bus routes along Kingsway, Victoria Drive, and Knight Street, providing quick access to Downtown, Commercial Drive, and the broader SkyTrain network.

Housing Trends & Price Ranges

Here's a quick overview of the housing trends and price ranges for current properties in this area:

  • Average List Price: $1,688,000
  • Min List Price: $449,800
  • Max List Price: $7,500,000
  • Average Days on Market: 41
  • Min Days on Market: 1
  • Max Days on Market: 582

These statistics are generated based on the listing's property type and located in Kensington-Cedar Cottage. Average values are derived using median calculations. Data is accurate as of Oct 15, 2025. For updated data, view listings below for area statistics.

Local Events, Highlights, and culture

Kensington-Cedar Cottage boasts a rich calendar of local events reflecting its diverse, multicultural community. The neighbourhood hosts seasonal farmers markets offering fresh produce and handcrafted goods that foster community connections. 

Cultural celebrations, such as the annual Kensington Community Film Festival, showcase independent films and local storytellers. Nearby parks frequently hold family-friendly activities and fitness classes that engage residents. These events highlight Kensington-Cedar Cottage’s inclusive spirit and vibrant neighbourhood culture.

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  • 771 E 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Fraser VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2858417

    771 E 41st Avenue Fraser VE Vancouver V5W 1P7
    Main Photo: 771 E 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Fraser VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2858417

    771 E 41st Avenue Vancouver V5W 1P7 Fraser VE

    $3,300,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R2858417
    Bedrooms:
    4
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Floor Area:
    1,780 sq. ft.
    Attn: Developers and investors! Land Assembly. Sold in conjunction with 771, 779, 783 & 789 E 41st ST. A combined frontage of 164 & 122 depth with back lane access, almost 20,000 sqft combined. Along the line of Rapid Transportation (64m away from #41 bus stop and 8 minutes to Oakridge Skytrain Station via transit and 4 minutes via car) for easy access to Downtown. One block away from John Oliver Secondary school and 2 blocks away from Sir Alexander Mackenzie School. Right across Memorial South Park. Great potential for future rental building. More details
    Listed by Sutton Group Seafair Realty
    LISTING DETAILS

  • 779 E 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Fraser VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2858444

    779 E 41st Avenue Fraser VE Vancouver V5W 1P7
    Main Photo: 779 E 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Fraser VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2858444

    779 E 41st Avenue Vancouver V5W 1P7 Fraser VE

    $3,300,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R2858444
    Bedrooms:
    7
    Bathrooms:
    5
    Floor Area:
    2,374 sq. ft.
    Attn: Developers and investors! Land Assembly. Sold in conjunction with 771, 779, 783 & 789 E 41st ST. A combined frontage of 164 & 122 depth with back lane access, almost 20,000 sqft combined. Along the line of Rapid Transportation (64m away from #41 bus stop and 8 minutes to Oakridge Skytrain Station via transit and 4 minutes via car) for easy access to Downtown. One block away from John Oliver Secondary school and 2 blocks away from Sir Alexander Mackenzie School. Right across Memorial South Park. Great potential for future rental building. More details
    Listed by Sutton Group Seafair Realty
    LISTING DETAILS

  • 789 E 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Fraser VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2858520

    789 E 41st Avenue Fraser VE Vancouver V5W 1P7
    Main Photo: 789 E 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Fraser VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2858520

    789 E 41st Avenue Vancouver V5W 1P7 Fraser VE

    $3,300,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R2858520
    Bedrooms:
    4
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Floor Area:
    1,989 sq. ft.
    Attn: Developers and investors! Land Assembly. Sold in conjunction with 771, 779, 783 & 789 E 41st ST. A combined frontage of 164 & 122 depth with back lane access, almost 20,000 sqft combined. Along the line of Rapid Transportation (64m away from #41 bus stop and 8 minutes to Oakridge Skytrain Station via transit and 4 minutes via car) for easy access to Downtown. One block away from John Oliver Secondary school and 2 blocks away from Sir Alexander Mackenzie School. Right across Memorial South Park. Great potential for future rental building. More details
    Listed by Sutton Group Seafair Realty
    LISTING DETAILS

  • 783 E 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Fraser VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2858583

    783 E 41st Avenue Fraser VE Vancouver V5W 1P7
    Main Photo: 783 E 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Fraser VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2858583

    783 E 41st Avenue Vancouver V5W 1P7 Fraser VE

    $3,300,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R2858583
    Bedrooms:
    7
    Bathrooms:
    4
    Floor Area:
    2,498 sq. ft.
    Attention Developers and investors! Land Assembly. Sold in conjunction with 771, 779, 783 and 789 E. 41st Avenue. A combined frontage of 164 & 122 depth with back lane access, almost 20,000 sqft combined. Along the line of Rapid Transportation (64m away from #41 bus stop and 8 minutes to Oakridge Skytrain Station via transit and 4 minutes via car) for easy access to Downtown. One block away from John Oliver Secondary School and 2 blocks away from Sir Alexander Mackenzie School. Right across Memorial South Park. Great potential for future rental building. More details
    Listed by Sutton Group Seafair Realty
    LISTING DETAILS

  • 3553 Hull Street in Vancouver: Grandview Woodland House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2869604

    3553 Hull Street Grandview Woodland Vancouver V5N 4R8
    Main Photo: 3553 Hull Street in Vancouver: Grandview Woodland House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2869604

    3553 Hull Street Vancouver V5N 4R8 Grandview Woodland

    $3,000,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R2869604
    Bedrooms:
    5
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Floor Area:
    2,200 sq. ft.
    VERY GOOD LOCATION. THE PROPERTY IS IN THE TROUT LAKE AREA. CLOSE TO TROUT LAKE COMMUNITY CENTER. CLOSE TO BUS STOP. THE DEVELOPER MUST SEE. GOOD FOR INVESTMENT. LAND ASSEMBLY FOR SALE 3553, 3567 OF HULL STREET VANCOUVER. More details
    Listed by Royal Pacific Realty (Kingsway) Ltd.
    LISTING DETAILS

  • 809 4638 Gladstone Street in Vancouver: Victoria VE Condo for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2969275

    809 4638 Gladstone Street Victoria VE Vancouver V5N 0G5
    Main Photo: 809 4638 Gladstone Street in Vancouver: Victoria VE Condo for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2969275

    809 4638 Gladstone Street Vancouver V5N 0G5 Victoria VE

    $838,888
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R2969275
    Bedrooms:
    2
    Bathrooms:
    2
    Floor Area:
    903 sq. ft.
    Welcome to Kensington Gardens by reputable Westbank. This immaculate NE corner 2 bed, 2 bath plus den home with astonishing City and Mountains view won't deceive you. Features include integrated Miele appliances, quartz counter tops, engineered hardwood floors, Blomberg washer and dryer, A/C, and a large balcony for entertaining with North Shore mountain views. Enjoy the building's 5 star amenities: Concierge, heated outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna, gym, theatre room, study rooms, meeting room, party-room with full kitchen, pool table, and kids play area. Centrally located right above T&T Supermarket, only 12 mins away from Nanaimo Skytrain Station and steps away from public transit and an abundance of restaurants. Don't miss your chance to own this beautiful gem! More details
    Listed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
    LISTING DETAILS

  • 1312 E 28th Avenue in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3030049

    1312 E 28th Avenue Knight Vancouver V5V 2R1
    Main Photo: 1312 E 28th Avenue in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3030049

    1312 E 28th Avenue Vancouver V5V 2R1 Knight

    $1,860,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3030049
    Bedrooms:
    6
    Bathrooms:
    2
    Floor Area:
    2,122 sq. ft.
    Welcome to the heart of Vancouver. This South Facing Vancouver Special is located in the "Fraserhood" area, a new trendy neighbourhood. 6 Bed + 2 bath (with 3 bed suite down as mortgage helper) Mountain view from the front. Metal roof with heat pump / air-conditioning. Steps away to public transit, schools. few steps leads you to a cozy park. Supermarket is just around the corner, there's Save-on Foods as well as TnT supermarket, and King Edward Village. 16 minutes driving distant to Downtown Vancouver & Metrotown mall. 8 minutes gets you to Queen Elizabeth park. Various of top rated Restaurants and cafes are ready for you down on Kingsway. Easy to show with notice! More details
    Listed by RE/MAX City Realty
    LISTING DETAILS

  • 1339 E 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3060701

    1339 E 41st Avenue Knight Vancouver V5W 1R5
    Main Photo: 1339 E 41st Avenue in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3060701

    1339 E 41st Avenue Vancouver V5W 1R5 Knight

    $1,265,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3060701
    Bedrooms:
    9
    Bathrooms:
    6
    Floor Area:
    1,710 sq. ft.
    Excellent investment potential with this property,Ideally situated in a convenient location close to parks, schools, and amenities. The home features two bedrooms on the main level and five bedrooms below, including two self-contained suites perfect as mortgage helpers. Easy access to public transit and nearby shops. More details
    Listed by Nu Stream Realty Inc.
    LISTING DETAILS

  • 4139 Knight Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3063922

    4139 Knight Street Knight Vancouver V5N 3M1
    Main Photo: 4139 Knight Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3063922

    4139 Knight Street Vancouver V5N 3M1 Knight

    $1,950,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3063922
    Bedrooms:
    4
    Bathrooms:
    2
    Floor Area:
    1,617 sq. ft.
    Fantastic opportunity for builders and investors! This property contains 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with the laneway access.Located at Kensington-Knight area, and very close to transit, parks, Kensington Community Centre, schools and shops. The adjacent property at 4151 Knight Street ,listed under R3063921, can be purchased together, creating a combined 7,646 sq.ft at 66FT frontage lot and enhancing the opportunity for multi-family development (buyer to verify with the City). Don’t miss this rare chance! More details
    Listed by Team 3000 Realty Ltd.
    LISTING DETAILS

  • 4151 Knight Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3063921

    4151 Knight Street Knight Vancouver V5N 3M1
    Main Photo: 4151 Knight Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3063921

    4151 Knight Street Vancouver V5N 3M1 Knight

    $1,850,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3063921
    Bedrooms:
    6
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Floor Area:
    1,760 sq. ft.
    Fantastic opportunity for builders and investors! This property contains 6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, with the laneway access.Located at Kensington-Knight area, and very close to transit, parks, Kensington Community Centre, schools and shops. The adjacent property at 4139 Knight Street can be purchased together, creating a combined 7,646 sq.ft at 66FT frontage lot and enhancing the opportunity for multi-family development (buyer to verify with the City). Don’t miss this rare chance! More details
    Listed by Team 3000 Realty Ltd.
    LISTING DETAILS

  • 5692 Knight Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3064989

    5692 Knight Street Knight Vancouver V5P 2V2
    Main Photo: 5692 Knight Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3064989

    5692 Knight Street Vancouver V5P 2V2 Knight

    $2,500,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3064989
    Bedrooms:
    3
    Bathrooms:
    2
    Floor Area:
    1,910 sq. ft.
    This property offers great potential for both investors and builders. The home features 2 bedrooms and q full bathroom upstairs, plus a separate 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom suite downstairs with its own private entrance. Located in a highly convenient neighborhood at Knight Street and 41st Avenue, it is close to schools, public transit. More details
    Listed by Multiple Realty Ltd.
    LISTING DETAILS

  • 5302 Inverness Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3070679

    5302 Inverness Street Knight Vancouver V5W 3N8
    Main Photo: 5302 Inverness Street in Vancouver: Knight House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R3070679

    5302 Inverness Street Vancouver V5W 3N8 Knight

    $1,398,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3070679
    Bedrooms:
    3
    Bathrooms:
    2
    Floor Area:
    1,606 sq. ft.
    Builder Alert! Central location, located on the highest side of Inverness St, quiet and private setting, 33x102.5 lot with lane access, lot value only. No for-sale sign placed on property. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX City Realty
    LISTING DETAILS
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Is Kensington-Cedar Cottage a good fit for families?

Absolutely! Imagine spending weekends at Trout Lake, enjoying the beach, playground, and community center. With its family-friendly atmosphere and access to parks, Kensington-Cedar Cottage is a great place to raise a family.

Is Kensington-Cedar Cottage suitable for young professionals?

Definitely! You'll love the vibrant atmosphere along Commercial Drive and Kingsway, with their eclectic mix of cafes, restaurants, and shops. Plus, with convenient transit options, commuting to work is a breeze.

What's the vibe like in Kensington-Cedar Cottage for someone looking for a culturally rich experience?

You've come to the right place! Kensington-Cedar Cottage is known for its diverse community and vibrant cultural scene. Explore Commercial Drive, also known as "Little Italy," and discover a variety of shops, restaurants, and cultural events.

How does Kensington-Cedar Cottage cater to those seeking an active lifestyle?

You're in luck! With parks like Trout Lake Park and the nearby Central Valley Greenway, there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. Whether it's a jog around the lake or a bike ride through the neighborhood, you'll find plenty to keep you active.

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You'll find a mix of charming character homes, modern townhouses, and low-rise apartments lining the streets. Whether you're looking for a cozy family home or a stylish urban dwelling, there's something for everyone.

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Kensington-Cedar Cottage offers a unique blend of community spirit and urban convenience, making it a popular choice for those seeking a close-knit neighborhood with easy access to amenities and transportation.

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