Fairview Rent Prices in Vancouver 2026

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Our Verdict

"Bougie"

With a median of C$46.8/m², you are paying for the privilege of skipping the commute, but the ongoing infrastructure mess makes the high price point a tough pill to swallow. The 4.0/5 rating confirms the area remains BOUGIE, largely because the supply of units with mountain views is finite. This isn't a neighborhood for bargains; it is a stable zone where the investment outlook is anchored by the massive medical campus and tech hubs nearby.

The Vibe:Fairview is a vertical landscape defined by the relentless Broadway subway construction and the high concentration of medical professionals around Vancouver General Hospital. You are stuck between the tourist-heavy Granville Island seawall and the constant hum of the 99 B-Line bus route. It is a territory of concrete slopes, 1970s walk-ups, and glass towers where the 10th Avenue bike path serves as the main artery for residents.

The median rent price in Fairview, Vancouver is C$46.8 per m² per month, 3% below the Vancouver city average of C$48.35/m². Based on 1 verified rental data points as of June 2026.

Market Median · Fairview

20+ data points

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/m²/mo

3.2% Discountvs Vancouver avg

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Est. Rating4/5

Last ScanJune 2026

Signal ConfidenceHigh

Neighborhood Peers

PricierMount Pleasant

C$48.2↗

⚡Market Speed

Steady

Inventory turnover focus

📈Growth Potential

Balanced

Infrastructure outlook

Quick Estimate

Fairview @ C$46.8/m²/mo

m²

Total

C$2,808

District Highlights

Grocery

Whole Foods Market (Cambie & 8th)

Grocery

No Frills (4th & Pine)

Park

Charleson Park

School

L'Ecole Bilingue Elementary

Transit

Olympic Village Station (Canada Line)

Locals Ask

Is the Broadway Subway construction ruining the rental value?

It is a loud, dusty headache between Main and Arbutus until 2026. If your unit faces the pits, use the neighborhood analysis to negotiate toward the lower C$37.5/m² end of the range.

Can I actually find street parking near VGH?

Absolutely not; the permit zones are aggressively patrolled and residential spots are non-existent. Factor an extra C$100-C$200 into your budget for a dedicated underground stall.

Why are m² stats so high compared to East Van?

You are paying for the North-of-16th status and the proximity to the Canada Line. The 'BOUGIE' tax is real here because people pay for the 10-minute transit link to downtown.

What is the typical tenant profile in Fairview?

It is dominated by VGH medical staff and urbanites who want the Granville Island lifestyle without the West End noise. It is a professional hub where people value proximity over square footage.

Does the investment outlook remain strong despite the noise?

Yes, because the medical precinct creates a permanent floor for demand. Even with the current disruption, vacancy remains near zero because doctors and nurses refuse to commute from the suburbs.

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About This Data

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Data Sources

Fairview prices are sourced from real market listings and verified location scans submitted by users in Vancouver. Each neighbourhood requires multiple independent data points before publication to ensure statistical reliability.

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Methodology

We report median prices — not averages — to reduce outlier distortion. All figures are per square metre (per month). The 4/5 rating reflects price-to-value relative to local amenities, transit access, and broader market conditions in Vancouver.

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Last Updated

This page was last updated in June 2026. AI-generated insights — including the vibe description, verdict, and FAQs — are regenerated whenever the underlying price data changes to keep analysis current.

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