Grandview Towers - Vancouver, BC

Grandview Towers is a three-tower seniors rental community in East Vancouver operated by Baptist Housing. The complex combines independent rental apartments with a BC Housing supportive-housing program for seniors and people with disabilities who can live independently with some assistance. Current Baptist Housing information lists 144 bachelor units in Tower 1, 77 one-bedroom units in Tower 2, and 55 supportive-housing units in Tower 3. The community also provides meals, housekeeping, emergency response, social activities, and shared spaces.

HOMES

Grandview Towers offers apartment rentals rather than individually owned homes. Tower 1 contains 144 bachelor apartments for single occupants, while Tower 2 has 77 one-bedroom apartments; Tower 3 has 55 units through the BC Housing Supportive Housing program. Baptist Housing does not publish current dollar rents online, stating that applicants should contact the office for current rates. Seniors Services Society lists rent at 30% of monthly gross income. Square-footage figures for the suites are not published in the current primary sources reviewed.

AMENITIES

Resident amenities include individual garden plots, gardens, lounges with kitchen facilities, a computer lounge, pianos, exercise equipment, laundry rooms, storage lockers and secure underground parking. Supportive-housing services include nutritious meals and snacks, weekly housekeeping with bed and bathroom linen laundering, and 24-hour emergency response. The activity schedule includes exercise classes, coffee time, birthday brunches, board games, music socials, movie times, chapel, Bible studies, and seasonal gatherings, providing structured opportunities for recreation and social interaction.

LOCATION & NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

Grandview Towers is at 1425 East 3rd Avenue in Vancouver's Grandview-Woodland area. Baptist Housing reports shops, medical and dental offices, restaurants and senior services within walking distance, with a bus stop one block away and HandyDART service to the property. Britannia Community Centre, a movie theatre, bowling alley, clubs and churches are also within walking distance. The community has a reported Walk Score of 88. Commercial Drive and other East Vancouver destinations provide additional shopping, dining and services.

AMENITIES HIGHLIGHT

Grandview Towers combines independent senior rental apartments with a dedicated supportive-housing tower. Residents can access meals, housekeeping, and 24-hour emergency response through the supportive-housing program.