General Description
Coal Harbour is the name of the Burrard Inlet south shoreline section between Stanley Park on the Brockton Peninsula on the west and the Canada Place cruise ship terminal on the east. It is also now the name of the neighbourhood adjacent to the shoreline within the City of Vancouver’s Downtown neighbourhood since its redevelopment for high-rise condominium residents in the 1990s. The Downtown Financial District is to the south beyond West Georgia Street, Burrard Street forms the eastern boundary, the shoreline is on the north, and Stanley Park to the west and north at the opening of the inlet completes the picturesque setting. A landscaped walkway for strolling or jogging lines the entire neighborhood.
Gritty History, Promising Present
The discovery of coal in the harbour in 1862 inspired the name. For many years, this area was mostly industrial, a place for shipyards, a seaplane plant, and a lumber mill. Railroads along the waterfront connected the industrial sites to inland suppliers. Industrial activity diminished after World War II and by the 1980s the area was little more than a wasteland with a railway switchyard its sole activity.
Change came with the reconstruction of Canada Place, originally an old cargo pier, for the Expo ’86 world’s fair. Recognizing the beauty of the harbour area with its views of the North Shore Mountains, Vancouver decided to rebuild the pier as an attractive, unique structure to commemorate the fair festivities. Redevelopment soon followed when in 1990 the City of Vancouver published a development plan to transform the industrial area into a residential waterfront neighborhood. One condition for prospective developers was creation of 2.75 acres of park land for every 1,000 residents. After 1995, new residential high-rise construction accelerated and in 15 years produced an entirely new neighborhood. Coal Harbour is the newest official neighbourhood of the City of Vancouver.
Coal Harbour Residents AssociationAn indicator of the interests and values of many inhabitants of the new official neighbourhood is the Coal Harbour Residents Association, which registered as a non-profit corporation in 2004 to maintain a high quality of life for its members. The association states its purposes as
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Splendid Location
Coal Harbour is within walking distance of the entire Downtown area, and for those with not enough time for walking buses and taxis are plentiful. The Seabus, which makes frequent 12-minute crossings of the inlet to North Vancouver, is conveniently available at the nearby SkyTrain Waterfront Station. Skytrain runs to stations in Burnaby, New Westminster, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Richmond, and Surrey as well as Vancouver, so Coal Harbour local travelers have ready access by transit to all major areas of Metro Vancouver.
The city’s official development plan made a beautifully viable residential neighbourhood from a virtually deserted industrial dump. It has two cooperative housing buildings, market and subsidized housing, and some very high-end addresses. Some say the best way to see Coal Harbour sights is on the walkway, a paved path for pedestrians and bicycles starting at Canada Place. It connects with the seawall along Stanley Park and runs along Coal Harbour’s waterfront. The route has several small parks and can be quite lively near the marina, where there are restaurants and bistros.
New Coal Harbour Live MLS Listings
Coal Harbour - A Neighborhood in Vancouver, BC
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102 277 THURLOW Street in Vancouver: Coal Harbour Townhouse for sale in "HARBOUR GREEN III" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2361424
$9,680,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2361424
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,718 sq. ft.
A True Rare Gem in Prestigious Harbour Green III, the newest Front Line Water View Building in world-famous Coal Harbour! House-sized luxury mansion in most valuable waterfront! Tons of natural light w/floor-ceiling windows to the north (View!) & big windows to east and south. All the 3 bedrooms are ensuited & have big windows for view. Grand entrance with almost 20' ceiling! World famous ergonomically designed Snaidero Italian kitchen with world #1 luxurious counter-top & cabinetry. High end Miele appliances throughout. Full height standing Wine cooler. Huge family r/w big view window. Private 3 car garage only steps frm lower level, storage room within garage. World class concierge. 5* hotel amenities 25m I/D pool, sauna, steam rm, ping pang rm, virtual golf centre. Huge 339 s.f. patio! More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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2302 1233 W CORDOVA Street in Vancouver: Coal Harbour Condo for sale in "CARINA" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2395362
$8,880,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2395362
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,031 sq. ft.
Panoramic view of Stanley Park, Burrard Inlet, North Shore Mountains and Five Sails /Cruise Ship Terminal. This Ultra-Luxury High-rise with all the amenities you have been craving for: Indoor Pool, Hot tub,ExerciseCentre, 24 Hour Concierge. Lounge and Media room. This Iconic building ( Designed by James Hancock ) is within walking distance to High end Market and many gourmet restaurants. This Fantastic 3 bedroom ( Possible 4 ) home features a chef's dream kitchen. Entertaining your guests in the Super Sized Living room and Dining room with floor to ceiling windows : or Binge- Watching your favourite TV shows and Movies in the ultra luxurious Media /Family room. All bedrooms comes with private ensuites bathrooms. Must see to appreciate this Masterpiece. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Tri-Cities Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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2301 1233 W CORDOVA Street in Vancouver: Coal Harbour Condo for sale in "THE CARINA" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2414362
$8,800,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2414362
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,050 sq. ft.
PANORAMIC 180 DEGREE VIEWS OF THE BEST OF VANCOUVER FROM THIS RARE OFFERING AT EXCLUSIVE, PRESTIGIOUS, AWARD WINNING ‘CARINA”. RARE “01” UNIT (ONLY 2 PER FLOOR) WITH SUPERB VIEWS OF 2ND NARROWS BRIDGE, GROUSE MTN, LIONS GATE BRIDGE, BURRARD INLET, STANLEY PARK, PLUS S. W. CITY VIEW !!, PLUS 3 DECKS . 4BDRMS TOTAL - GORGEOUS MASTER SUITE, 4BATHS, WELL CARED FOR BY ORIGINAL OWNER, PLUS WITH NUMEROUS ARCHITECT DESIGNED UPDATES. SPACIOUS MODERN OPEN KITCHEN WITH CLEVER BUILT -INS, BONUS “NET NOOK” OFF KITCHEN. CUSTOM DESIGNED ELEMENTS THROUGHOUT, WITH A SOPHISTICATED, QUALITY ATTENTION TO DETAIL. SUPERB PRIVATE COAL HARBOUR LOCATION, STEPS TO SEAWALL AND THE CONVENIENCE OF SHOPS… MAKE THIS TRULY A SPECIAL HOME! More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1201 499 BROUGHTON Street in Vancouver: Coal Harbour Condo for sale in "Coal Harbor" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2357250
$8,660,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2357250
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,456 sq. ft.
Exclusive Prime waterfront residence with breathtaking panoramic views of Coal Harbour, Stanley Park, and the North Shore Mountains located right from the seawall. This entertainer's dream, beautifully finished all your family need. Must see. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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402 401 - 499 BROUGHTON Street in Vancouver: Coal Harbour Condo for sale in "Coal Harbor" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2391150
$7,680,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2391150
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,911 sq. ft.
Unit 401 & 402 - Denia W/ Approx 1700 SF Deck. Total area incl deck is 4610 SF. A unique opportunity to own a rare Exclusive Super Prime waterfront residence with breathtaking panoramic views of Coal Harbour, Stanley Park and the North Shore mountains, located just steps from the seawall. Spacious design with bedrooms, kitchens, family room, baths, and topnotch appliances. Amenities include 24/7 concierge services, swimming pool with hot tub, sauna, gym, and more. The perfect place to call home... make it yours today! More detailsListed by Amex Broadway West Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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