Fairview Amenities and Attractions
Fairview Overview
Fairview, a neighbourhood on the west side of the City of Vancouver, British Columbia (BC), Canada, runs from 16th Avenue in the south to the False Creek inlet including Granville Island in the north and from Burrard Street in the west to Cambie Street in the east. Some city offices are on the eastern fringe of Fairview across Cambie Street from Vancouver City Hall. The 2006 Census reported a Fairview population of 29,295, up 3.1 percent from 2001. Young urban professionals and students comprise the largest demographic; 42 percent of residents are in their 20s and 30s.
West Broadway is an important medical and health care centre around Vancouver General Hospital, the BC Cancer Agency, BC Cancer Research Centre, BC Healthy Living Alliance, and BC Centre for Disease Control. City Square Mall, Granville Island, and South Granville Rise are major neighbourhood retail shopping areas.
All major roads into Downtown pass through Fairview and Burrard Street, Cambie Street, and Granville Street bridges over False Creek. Fairview has two SkyTrain rapid transit rail stations on the line from Downtown to Richmond and the Vancouver International Airport.
Early Developments
The opening of the Moodyville and Hastings mills on Burrard Inlet in the 1860s made Fairview one of the first Lower Mainland areas to be logged yet mostly undeveloped until construction of the electric railway system of the 1890s. Then the Fairview Loop ran from downtown up Main Street to Broadway to Granville Street and back to downtown. With easy access to the city core came commercial and residential development that filled out the neighbourhood, which north of West Broadway has fine views of Downtown and the North Shore Mountains, inspiring the name Fairview.
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http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/fairview.aspx
http://former.vancouver.ca/parks/cc/douglas/website/index.html
http://www.falsecreekcc.ca/
http://vancouver.ca/docs/planning/victoria-fraserview-killarney-community-vision-full-report.pdf
Fairview Housing
There are some multi-unit Victorians and duplexes, but apartments and condominiums are more common housing options in Fairview. Newer high-rise condos and apartment complexes dot the landscape, but most housing reflects pre-1970s zoning that permitted buildings of no more than three stories. Housing prices and rents have risen steadily in recent years, though Fairview is still less expensive than are neighbourhoods farther west.
Fairview Restaurants and Shops
Fairview has some of Vancouver’s best restaurants. West has won Vancouver magazine’s Restaurant of the Year Award four times, and the New York Times has proclaimed Vij’s “among the finest Indian restaurants in the world.” On West Broadway are the popular Memphis Blues and Banana Leaf. South Granville Street is famous for its art galleries, antique and modern furniture home décor shops, and mix of high-end and mid-range fashion.
Granville Island
Fairview’s most famous landmark is a top attraction. A formerly industrial area, Granville Island now attracts 10 million visitors a year to shops, restaurants, and spectacular views. The island, actually a peninsula into False Creek across from Downtown, is home to the Granville Island Public Market and host to Canada Day celebrations, musical and dramatic festivals, and cultural events. Granville Island amenities are a full-service marina, a boutique hotel, the Emily Carr University of Art and Design, the False Creek Community Centre, Vancouver’s only professional improvisational theatre company, several fine arts galleries, and numerous specialty shops. Two remnants of industrial era are a machine shop and a concrete plant.
Since redevelopment in the 1970s, Granville Island has maintained craft studios for glassblowers, printmakers, luthiers, saké makers, jewelers, potters, boatbuilders, and woodworkers. The farmers market has operated daily since the early 1990s.
New Fairview Live MLS Listings
Fairview Amenities and Attractions
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4A 1596 W 14TH Avenue in Vancouver: Fairview VW Condo for sale in "The Kingswood" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2391622
$3,998,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2391622
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,300 sq. ft.
The Kingswood, an extraordinary architectural achievement. Residence 4A is a stunning custom home which spans over 2,100 sf. Light filled w/ N, E & W exp. & providing a tranquil outlook to mature trees and manicured gardens. Attributes include chevron cut oak hardwood & marble flooring, 2 focal gas fireplaces, A/C, radiant heating, impressive crown moldings & custom millwork. Kitchen for the culinary inclined, with appliances by Wolf, Sub Zero & Gaggenau. The luxurious spa-like master en suite is clad in marble and furnished w/ Dornbracht fixtures. Arguably one of of the finest crafted developments in Vancouver which pays homage to world-class residential located in New York, London & Paris. Ideally situated, and with only 18 homes, availability is seldom. The most discerning will approve. More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver
- Aedis Realty
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946 W 14TH Avenue in Vancouver: Fairview VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2381189
$3,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2381189
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,339 sq. ft.
Amazing investment opportunity in Fairview neighborhood: 3 storey with 4 legal units in a Central Location on a quiet street. The main floor has a studio and a 2-bedroom suite, upper level is a 3-bedroom suite with a beautiful balcony and lower level is another 2-bedroom suite, easy to rent to get high income(currently 2 suites are rented out) or move in with some mortgage helper. A dreamed home can be built as well with RM-4 zoning(4 dewelling units) on a 50'x125' lot. Open house on June 22nd & 23rd, 2019, Sat. & Sun.,2:00-4:30pm. Don't miss it. More detailsListed by RA Realty Alliance Inc. - Aedis Realty
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1234-48 W 15TH Avenue in Vancouver: Fairview VW House for sale in "FAIRVIEW" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2384684
$3,560,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2384684
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,684 sq. ft.
Rare opportunity to own both sides of a legal strata duplex on a 50 foot lot in desirable Lower Shaughnessy/South Granville location. Ideal for empty nesters to move into and generate income from other suite(s), or multi-generational family living. Recent $250,000 renovations include NEW roof, NEW permitted roof deck with spectacular city and mountain views, NEW window trim, NEW exterior & interior paint, NEW carpet & NEW landscaping. This structure of over 3,600 square feet was completely rebuilt from the foundation up in 2001 with Ted Murray Architect. For those looking to own just one half duplex, please see (MLS# R2384679) Call today. More detailsListed by WESTSIDE Tom Gradecak Realty - Aedis Realty
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1180 W 15TH Avenue in Vancouver: Fairview VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2373194
$3,498,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2373194
- Bedrooms:
- 17
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 7,529 sq. ft.
Fabulous investment opportunity in amazing South Granville/Fairview location! Over 7500 square foot solid, well maintained home on over 6700 square foot lot. House contains 14 legal rental rooms and one large legal suite plus other finished and unfinished areas. High income and low expenses with potential for over $15,000/month income (seller currently occupies large part of home). Rare opportunity to operate as is or convert to another housing option. More detailsListed by Coldwell Banker Prestige Realty - Aedis Realty
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900 1235 W BROADWAY Street in Vancouver: Fairview VW Condo for sale in "Pointe La Belle" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2387826
$2,898,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2387826
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,885 sq. ft.
Luxurious, very private 3 bdrm/3 bath PENTHOUSE with the breathtaking views of the mountains, ocean and the city! Occupying the ENTIRE FLOOR this unique home with 9' ceiling was stripped to the bones & renovated from scratch, all the way to copper pipes & elaborate electrical system. Superb craftsmanship features radiant, polished limestone floors, Brazilian cherry ceiling, bird's eye maple cabinetry. You'll be amazed by master bdrm en suite w/state of the art Kohler body/spa, including aroma/light/steam therapy; sophisticated A/V, sound and lightning system, top of the line Thermador & SubZero appliances and much more. Huge, wrap around patio plus exclusive use of a 1000 sqf roof top deck. Private viewings, by appointment only with 24hrs notice. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
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1557 W 8TH Avenue in Vancouver: Fairview VW Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2375459
$2,750,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2375459
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,756 sq. ft.
Nestled on quiet W 8th Ave in a remarkable intimate neighbourhood with characteristic shops, art galleries, restaurants intricately woven into this community. Merely minutes to Granville Island, False Creek Seawall and Downtown Vancouver. This one-of-the-kind of meticulously curated design makes each residence exclusively positioned on the corner, allowing for maximum light exposure and ventilation, NO SHARED WALLS with other units. This ground level home has its own entries from both the front and the rear for enhanced privacy. The rear patio opens directly and attaches to the specially designed Zen Garden, like your own private back yard, making this suite very unique in the whole complex. Open floor plan flows through North to South. It gives a detached house feel. More detailsListed by Homeland Realty - Aedis Realty
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1 2888 BIRCH Street in Vancouver: Fairview VW House 1/2 Duplex for sale in "Heritage Court" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2394633
$2,748,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2394633
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,339 sq. ft.
This stunning heritage conversion in the heart of beautiful South Granville neighbourhood is the perfect marriage of location, space and style. Boasting large principle rooms and a gourmet kitchen on the main floor, 2 large bedrooms, both with ensuite bath, on the second floor and a grand master suite occupies the top floor. Downstairs features a media room and direct access to the attached 2 car garage. The first 3 floors were completely redone in 2006 and the master suite was added in 2014; this duplex shows like new and lives like a detached house. More detailsListed by Sotheby's Int'l Realty Canada - Aedis Realty
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1502 2628 ASH Street in Vancouver: Fairview VW Condo for sale in "Cambridge Gardens" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2388956
$2,500,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2388956
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,914 sq. ft.
Absolutely Stunning Sub Penthouse with Panoramic Views!! You will fall in love with this "Cambridge Gardens" home. This is it ! A bright and airy inviting space with plenty of windows to catch the magnificent panoramic city, mountain, and water views. This home is just under 1925 square feet with over-sized master bedroom plus 3 more large bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Go for a refreshing dip in the indoor pool or relax in the hot tub. Adjacent to the City Square Mall with all it has to offer or walk to plenty of great restaurants and shopping on Broadway and Cambie. The Canada Line is steps away and provides convenient access to downtown and YVR airport. Underground parking - plenty of storage. Prof. measured at 1914 sq.ft. Strata plan reads 176.4 q.m. Buyer to verify measurements. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
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844 W 13 Avenue in Vancouver: Fairview VW House 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2367914
$2,388,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2367914
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,864 sq. ft.
Executive’s Fairview ½ Duplex hideaway! This 3 bed/3 bath modern space is sure to impress boasting an open floorplan, abundance of natural light,vaulted ceilings,skylights and private landscaped grounds. The huge master bedroom is fitted with a luxurious ensuite bathroom,walk-in closet,loft storage and large sliding glass partition door. Oak hardwood floors and marble countertops are consistent throughout the main living area adding to the sophistication of this unique property. The sunken main living room opens onto a private landscaped garden patio with gas firepit and pergola providing an outdoor sanctuary and entertainment space. Just a few minutes walk to Vancouver General Hospital, SkyTrain and City Square Shopping Centre this centrally located property must be seen to be appreciated. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Sussex - Aedis Realty
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724 1445 MARPOLE Avenue in Vancouver: Fairview VW Condo for sale in "HYCROFT TOWERS" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2364223
$1,898,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2364223
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,696 sq. ft.
Urban living at its best. Stunning one level luxury living at the iconic Hycroft building. Amazing water, downtown, mountain and Shaughnessy views. Corner unit of 1,696 square feet with outdoor balcony and lots of natural light. The suite was fully gutted and renovated in 2015 to the highest standards. Incredible open plan ideal for entertaining including a gourmet kitchen with oversized kitchen island and top of the line appliances. Massive common roof top deck. Prime South Granville location. Walking distance to popular shops and restaurants. A must see for those looking for turnkey living and something special to call home. More detailsListed by WESTSIDE Tom Gradecak Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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