False Creek Redevelopment
The Industrial Past
The False Creek inlet of English Bay on the Strait of Georgia separates Downtown Vancouver from the rest of the city to the south. With the Burrard Inlet, English Bay, and the Frasr River, it is the least of the four bodies of water around the City of Vancouver to the north, west, and south. It was named by George Henry Richards during his Hydrographic survey of 1856-63. The Burrard Street, Granville Street, and Cambie bridges span the inlet, and the SkyTrain Canada Line tunnel crosses under it near the Cambie Street Bridge. In 1986, the north shore of False Creek was the main site of the Expo 86 World’s Fair.
False Creek once went as far east as Clark Drive. During World War I, the Great Northern Railway and the Canadian Northern Pacific Railway filled in that part for new land for yards and terminals. False Creek was the main industrial area of Vancouver through the 1950s, home to many sawmills, small port operations, and the western terminals of the major Canadian railroads. As industries relocated to other areas, the False Creek locale physically deteriorated. In 1960, the BC Forest Products plant and lumber storage facility on the south shore caught fire and burned to the ground in total destruction.
Changing Land Use
After the BC Forest Products disaster, the assertion of citizen participation in urban planning determined the future use of southside False Creek in debates on freeways and urban renewal projects. Influential citizens opposed plans for freeways through the city and radically changed decision making on land use. Major public involvement established priorities for an accessible waterfront seawall, mixed housing of market condominium, co-op, subsidized units, and houseboats formalized in a 1972 official development plan which reserved a third of the site for housing at 40 units per acre and the rest for park, waterfront, and community uses.
Northside False Creek became famous as the main site for Expo 86, after which the provincial government sold the site to a developer with ideas for a high-density waterfront community. A 1991 official development plan permitted the new market-based density accompanied by street-front shops and services, parks, community centres, daycares, and co-op and low-income housing. Most of the north shore is now a new neighbourhood of dense housing adding 50,000 new residents to Vancouver’s downtown peninsula.
Information Links:
cambievillage.com
http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/southeast-false-creek.aspx
http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/northeast-false-creek.aspx
http://www.falsecreekcc.ca
Transportation
Aquabus and False Creek Ferries operate daily service at points along False Creek from the Village Ferry to the Maritime Museum docks. English Bay Launch operates daily service from Granville Island to Bowen Island out in the strait “in under an hour.”
Recreation
False Creek is a very popular watercourse for dragon boating, canoeing, kayaking, public ferries, charter ships, and visiting pleasure boats. There are 10 marinas with berths for 1500 watercraft and several paddling clubs and boat rental facilities. Since 1986, False Creek has been the venue for the Canadian International Dragon Boat Festival and other paddling events.
False Creek Wildlife
Since suspension of industrial activity, cormorants, ducks, geese, gulls, herons, kingfishers, and owls have returned as have harbour seals. In May 2010 a grey whale entered False Creek and traversed its full inland length before returning to the open water of the Strait of Georgia.
New False Creek Live MLS Listings
False Creek Redevelopment Vancouver, BC
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701 1625 MANITOBA Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "SHORELINE AT THE VILLAGE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2724453
701 1625 MANITOBA Street Vancouver V5Y 0B8 
$5,188,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2724453
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,221 sq. ft.
The rare opportunity to be the new owner of this, one-of-a-kind - STUNNING unobstructed waterfront Falscreek and Northshore Mountain views in the heart of Olympic Village - North East Corner - 3 BED, 3.5 Bath, 1 Den, 1 Flex, & 1 RARE detached office/Studio - this luxury home has everything to offer! With over 1600 SF of landscaped outdoor gardens, Geothermal heat/cooling, 9'5 ceilings, engineer flooring, floor to ceiling windows - enjoy open concept living looking out over the water through the downtown core all the way to the Northshore mountains. The luxury modern kitchen feats: upgraded Miele S/S appliance package w/ expresso machine, Sub-Zero fridge, wine cooler & German-imported cabinetry pantry room and plenty of storage. All bedrooms have walk-in closets & ensuite bathrooms. Vibrant neighborhood - just steps to sea wall, restaurants, shopping, and private clubhouse - Comes with two side by side parking, One extra large secured storage room and one storage locker. This opportunity is not to be missed! More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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PH#1603 89 W 2ND Avenue in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "PINNACLE LIVING FALSE CREEK" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2718570
PH#1603 89 W 2ND Avenue Vancouver V5Y 0G9
$2,999,800Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2718570
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,562 sq. ft.
NEW PRICE! Penthouse on top of Olympic Village and centre stage to panoramic views of the downtown skyline, false creek, and north shore mountains. With 1562 square feet of living space this unit is fully renovated. Features a gourmet kitchen and open living & dining with unobstructed views. On one side the unit is the master bedroom with an incredible ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet and on the other side a den and two generous bedrooms with two tastefully renovated bathrooms. The over 750 sq ft of private outdoor space is finished unlike any other unit and provides a sky backyard (rooftop) with a view. Comes w two parking + two storage lockers making this green living building an ideal space for the professional family. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Downtown Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1201 181 W 1ST Avenue in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Brook" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2732313
1201 181 W 1ST Avenue Vancouver V5Y 0E3
$2,999,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2732313
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,588 sq. ft.
Luxurious SUB-PENTHOUSE with MASSIVE 1,595 SF PRIVATE ROOFTOP TERRACE located in the desirable Olympic Village. This 2 bed, 3 bath boasts almost 1,600 SF of indoor living with floor to ceiling windows, motorized roller shades, engineered hardwood floors, capillary heating/cooling system, full size laundry room, powder room and custom built-in closets. Kitchen features an integrated Miele appliance package, including a built-in espresso machine, wine fridge & double sized Sub-Zero. The bedrooms are separated from each other both with spa-like sumptuous en-suite baths. THE BROOK is a solid concrete, Leed Gold certified building with a full time concierge plus the exclusive Gold Medal Club. Includes 3 parking stalls with EV charging plus a large storage locker. Pet and Rental Friendly! More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Downtown Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1004 1616 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2732982
1004 1616 COLUMBIA Street Vancouver V5Y 0B7
$2,899,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2732982
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,411 sq. ft.
Rarely available home at Bridge in Olympic Village! Unobstructed views of green spaces, false creek & city skyline with mountain backdrop from every room. No waisted space in this perfectly laid out floor-plan which includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and in home den/storage. Miele appliances, 2 parking, storage locker and building amenities: pool, sauna, exercise centre. Olympic village offers everything at your doorstep, restaurants, shopping, transit, parks, more. Don't miss this one, call for your private viewing! More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1801 1788 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "EPIC AT WEST" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2726392
1801 1788 COLUMBIA Street Vancouver V5Y 0L7
$2,799,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2726392
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,969 sq. ft.
A luxury PENTHOUSE! NW CORNER 3 bed/3 bath featuring 1969 sq ft of open concept living with VIEWS from EVERY ROOM, 8'8 ceilings, air conditioning, integrated Subzero fridge, Wolf gas range with oven, Blomberg D/W, 9' kitchen island, Quartz counters throughout, wide plank laminate floors, remote blinds in LR, wine cellar room (thermostat controlled), dual vanity in mstr ensuite, walk-in closets, pantry, den, 2 balconies & in-suite W/D! This location is walkable so most errands can be accomplished on foot incl. Village retail shops, Hinge Park, off leash dog park, seawall, sea bus, Urban Fare, Creekside Community Centre, Skytrain, minutes to downtown and much more! AMAZING 2 SIDE BY SIDE PARKING & 4 Lockers! SHORT TERM RENTALS ALLOWED! More detailsListed by RE/MAX City Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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906 518 MOBERLY Road in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "NEWPORT QUAY" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2736891
906 518 MOBERLY Road Vancouver V5Z 4G3
$2,650,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2736891
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,004 sq. ft.
WELCOME TO NEWPORT QUAY IN SOUTH EAST FALSE CREEK - this rarely available False Creek floor plan with 2,004 SQFT of interior living accommodates house-sized furniture, perfect for that growing family as it could be a 3-bed home. With unobstructed views of False Creek from 2 balconies, this luxury condo feels more like a house as each generously laid out bedroom greets you w/ abundance of natural light. Gourmet kitchen features high end integrated appliances, laundry room, hotel-inspired washrooms, and granite counter tops throughout. Lounge in your private 585 SQF patio w/ stunning water views on the quiet side of the building. Pro-active strata in a well maintained concrete building. 2 Parking stalls included. No Pets, Rentals OK. EV chargers & visitors parking. OPEN: Sat Nov 26, 2-4. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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208 1450 PENNYFARTHING Drive in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "HARBOUR COVE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2737287
208 1450 PENNYFARTHING Drive Vancouver V6J 4X8
$2,200,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2737287
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,391 sq. ft.
Investor alert! Buy into this incredible property at an amazing price. Lots of potential for a savvy buyer to create a swank and luxurious home or a great buy-and-hold property. Huge, rare, FREEHOLD 4-bdrm 3 bthrm home in False Creek; steps to Granville Island, Marina & Seawall. One level, NE facing, almost 2400 SF, w/ an excellent floor plan & feels like a house! Light-filled, open grand rooms; huge living, dining & sitting area and 2 primary bedrooms w/ ensuites at opposite ends of this house sized condo. Every room opens to a balcony or one of the solariums that face a beautiful, quiet courtyard full of lush greenery & view of the Granville bridge. Lots of building amenities; concierge, pool, hot tub, squash ct, gym plus all Granville Island has to offer. 2 STORAGE LOCKERS + 2 PARKING. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1203 88 W 1ST Avenue in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "THE ONE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2715678
1203 88 W 1ST Avenue Vancouver V5Y 0K2
$2,180,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2715678
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,286 sq. ft.
Penthouse corner unit with Water, City and Mountain views located at False Creek, Olympic Village at THE ONE. Spacious living, floor to ceiling windows which brings in plenty of natural light and views of beautiful False Creek water, fully air-conditioned, open kitchen area, top of the line appliances, granite counter tops, hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms plus a Solarium, 3 full baths. Comes with a balcony off the living room and a private rooftop terrace (over 200 sq. ft.) for your outdoor enjoyment. 2 side-by-side parking stalls, a storage locker plus a bicycle locker. Resort style amenities with an outdoor pool, hot tub, equipped gym and meeting room. Vibrant location, mins from Downtown, restaurants, shops, parks and the seawall all at your doorstep! More detailsListed by Regent Park Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1209 1768 COOK Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "AVENUE ONE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2645481
1209 1768 COOK Street Vancouver V5Y 0N3
$1,998,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2645481
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 972 sq. ft.
Enjoy uncompromised luxury with this 2 bedroom+1 den unit in the newly completed Avenue One by Concord Pacific. Thoughtfully finished from top to bottom with Miele appliances, central air conditioning, marble backsplash up to the ceilings, built-in kitchen and closet organizers/ fittings, valance lighting. Den is big enough for use as office or guest bed. Building offers exercise centre, party lounge with kitchen and pool table, pet grooming centre, and automated car wash! Location is second to none with Chinatown, Mount Pleasant, Olympic Village Station, South False Creek Seawall, Science World, all within minutes. You don't need a car, but we have a parking stall for you with private EV charging. School catchment: elementary: Simon Fraser Elementary; Secondary: Eric Hamber Secondary. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1603 1783 MANITOBA Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2730570
1603 1783 MANITOBA Street Vancouver V5Y 0K1
$1,900,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2730570
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,243 sq. ft.
Welcome to the Residences at West where your 270 degree panoramic views are forever secured and able to be enjoyed year round. From the Aquabus to the sea wall to the two options of Sky Train Lines, you can continue on with your day to day activities without the need of a vehicle. Located in the heart of Olympic Village, you have the chance to invest in a Leed Silver certified building that not only gives back to the environment, but also allows you to live the quintessential Vancouver lifestyle. The open concept floor plan has no wasted space and is an entertainer's dream. The home is split into two seperate living areas with the master located on the east wing and the secondary bedroom and flex space located on the west wing. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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