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Bella Vista occupies an elevated position on the hillside overlooking Vernon, situated in the city's northeast sector above Highway 97. The neighbourhood climbs the slopes east of the highway corridor, offering commanding views across the valley toward Okanagan Lake and the surrounding mountains. Its boundaries are loosely defined by the rising terrain, with Bella Vista Road serving as a central artery through the area. The neighbourhood sits above the more central parts of Vernon, with quick access to the commercial amenities along the highway while maintaining a distinctly residential, hillside character that sets it apart from the flatter downtown core below. The housing stock in Bella Vista reflects a mix of development eras and property types, creating a varied streetscape that ranges from established single-family homes on generous lots to newer townhouse developments and multi-unit buildings. The hillside topography has influenced the neighbourhood's layout, with many properties taking advantage of sloped sites and view orientations. Homes here span several decades of construction, contributing to a diverse architectural character that includes everything from older ranchers to contemporary builds. Current listings showcase this variety, with options including duplexes, fourplexes, traditional houses, townhomes, manufactured homes, and even residential-commercial mixed-use properties, averaging approximately three to four bedrooms. The neighbourhood maintains an established yet evolving feel, where older housing stock exists alongside selective newer infill and multi-family projects.

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