Renters can live in a piece of Vancouver history in the Woodward's building. A redevelopment site from the original Woodward's Department store in 1903, the tower features a unique façade and irregular shape making it one of the more interesting buildings in the Vancouver skyline. One bedroom rentals range from $1,600 - $2,500 depending on size and configuration.

Currently the tallest tower in Vancouver and British Columbia, the Shangri-La doubles as a hotel and high end residences. It's located in the centre of downtown and has some of the best views of the city. One bedrooms rent for around $3,000 - $6,000 depending on size and configuration.

Another redevelopment site downtown Vancouver, the residences at Hotel Georgia offer luxury living at its finest. The tower itself has quite a modern and unique design to it with its triangular points at the top and its sleek glass facade. We found a two bedroom furnished rental for $6,500 per month.

One of the most unique buildings in Vancouver, the Grace Tower. Built in 2008, it's a relatively new building but still features a ton of character in the boutique style tower. There are gargoyles on the exterior (!!!), arched windows and entry ways, and a weave of internal terraces that could make you feel like you're in the middle of Italy. It is truly a one of kind building in Vancouver and even if renters cannot afford the $6,000+ monthly rent, it is a pleasure just to walk around it and take in its beauty.

Vancouver's very own Flatiron Building - the Hotel Europe. Built in 1909, the hotel was renovated in 1983 and converted into affordable living space. Today it provides 84 units of non-market housing.

The Erickson is a waterfront tower designed by the late renowned architect Arthur Erickson. It's "wave" like stance offers a refreshing look for a cluster of waterfront condos that all appear to be the same. Living waterfront is not cheap though, rentals range from $5,000 - $10,000 per month.