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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1101 1616 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "The Bridge" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2560143
1101 1616 COLUMBIA Street Vancouver V5Y 0B7 
$6,750,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2560143
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,574 sq. ft.
We are proud to present the spectacular Bridge Penthouse in The Village on False Creek, featuring 4,780 sq ft of outdoor living space! Rare 3,574 sq ft 3 bed, 3.5 bath and den with soaring ceilings and walls of windows flooding the open floor plan with natural light. Gorgeous sunrise and sunset views of the skyline, mountains, False Creek, Science World, and BC Place. Thriving waterfront community surrounded by walking/biking paths, parks, fine dining, and great shopping. Enjoy the grand master suite and a gorgeous kitchen with Eggersman cabinetry, sub zero wine fridge and Miele appliances. Includes 2 big storage lockers & 3 parking stalls. LEED certified building with geothermal heating and cooling and great amenities including a private gym, indoor swimming pool, and Gold Medal Club. A phenomenal penthouse in a prime location! More detailsListed by Royal LePage Sussex
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1401 1661 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Millennium Water" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2521704
1401 1661 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5Y 0C3
$5,256,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2521704
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,274 sq. ft.
Exclusive private penthouse with stunning water, mountain, and panoramic city views at the SAILS-Olympic Village. A stylish &sophisticated seaside house in the sky with over 1018 sqft private roof top garden and a wrap-around 355 sqft balcony. Featuring 2270 sqft luxurious living with 3 bedrooms, 4 bath, 2 parking and 2 storage. LEED certified green building offers exterior motorized shades and radiant cooling/heating system, Miele S/S appliances, European cabinetry, and luxury faucets throughout. Amenities at Gold Medal Club: a pool, inferred sauna, a gym and a furnished lounge. Shopping at your doorstep and walking to Skytrain Stations and Aquabus. Pets welcome. Come to enjoy one of the Vancouver's most exciting community. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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201 181 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "CANADA HOUSE WEST ON THE WATER" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2530346
201 181 ATHLETES Way Vancouver V5Y 0E5
$4,500,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2530346
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,406 sq. ft.
Magnificent luxury suite in Canada House with expansive water views of SE False Creek, park greenery & City skyline from every room! Exclusive & upscale bldg designed by renowned architect Arthur Erickson. Located on the waterfront in the dynamic Olympic Village with only 40 units & 4 suites per floor. This most sought-after 2406 sf floor plan features 2 bdrms, large den & family room with open flowing space, 10' ceilings & custom luxurious finishes. Many designer upgrades by the present owners, plus a wine/bar room, make it a truly special one-of-a-kind home. Incredible location next to the Seawall. Close to Canada/Expo lines & shopping & restaurants. Radiant heating & cooling, 24/7 concierge, gym, yoga room, theater, library & lounge. Access to Gold Medal Club with pool. Private double garage & storage. Pets & Rentals OK but mainly owner occupied. If you're looking for that special home to downsize to that offers opulent space, security, convenience and comforting beautiful views, this is the one for you! More detailsListed by Homeland Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
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1201 1661 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "SAILS -VILLAGE ON FALSE CREEK" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2535971
1201 1661 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5Y 0C3
$4,500,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2535971
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,224 sq. ft.
BIG PRICE REDUCTION!!! ABSOLUTELY MASSIVE DECK... bigger than most backyards with lawn, garden and fruit trees (Yes you read this right!!) Grow your own food! Must See To Believe...HOUSE IN THE SKY! Originally a 3 Bedroom 4 Bathroom, now boasts 2 Grand Master Suites! Easily converted back for added upside value. Total combined indoor/outdoor living space of 4500 SQUARE FEET ALL ON ONE LEVEL...Entertainers Dream. Live the waterfront lifestyle in this incredible one of a kind luxurious Sub-Penthouse in the prestigious Olympic Village. Stunning views of the Water and Downtown Skyline featuring several of Vancouver's iconic landmarks. Green technology LEED PLATINUM building. Huge Storage Room! Extra room available. PREVIOUSLY RENTED at $18,000 PER MONTH! More detailsListed by Sunstar Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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1101 1661 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "SAILS" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2559779
1101 1661 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5Y 0C3
$2,998,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2559779
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,586 sq. ft.
Enjoy spectacular city, water and mountain views, as well as 800+ sqft of outdoor living space, from this striking 2 bedroom and den corner unit in Olympic Village. With expansive floor to ceilings windows, prime NW exposure, and an open floor plan tailor made for entertaining, this home truly stands out. A sleek white-on-white kitchen, with Eggersmann cabinetry and quartz counters, boasts a 12’ foot island along with an appliance package that includes an integrated 36” Sub-Zero fridge, Miele double wall oven, gas cooktop, and built-in espresso machine, and a 108 bottle Gaggenau wine fridge. White plank white oak flooring throughout. Large pantry. Spacious primary bedroom with 5 piece ensuite. Gym and party room in the building, as well as access to the exclusive 6500sqft Gold Medal Club health club. 2 parking and 2 storage lockers. An absolute pleasure to show. More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
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1702 159 W 2ND Avenue in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2536851
1702 159 W 2ND Avenue Vancouver V5Y 0L8
$2,498,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2536851
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,719 sq. ft.
Stunning PENTHOUSE at TOWER GREEN in the heart & soul of False Creek Village. Steps to seaside leisure, seconds to Downtown, spectacular views of the cityscape, mtns & water to being steps away from extensive public transportation in any direction (Skytrain, Canada Line to YVR, UBC bus & aquabus), 43,000 sq ft of upscale retail at your doorstep, Urban Fare & London Drugs around the corner. Covering 45% of the top floor, this spectacular 2 Bdrm+den, 2.5 bathrms rare one-of-kind Penthouse features: Sub-Zero fridge and Sub-Zero wine fridge, Wolf Gas range, ultimate floorplan for entertaining, 3 outdoor areas w/ rooftop patio, 3 directional views (South, East, West), 2 parking side by side and 1 locker. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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PH 610 1540 W 2ND Avenue in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "The Waterfall Building" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2549896
PH 610 1540 W 2ND Avenue Vancouver V6J 1H2
$2,399,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2549896
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,955 sq. ft.
Arthur Erickson designed architectural concrete Penthouse at the “Waterfall Building”. Top floor suite: 1955 sq.ft. interior + private 1017 sq.ft. rooftop patio. 2 large beds,3 baths, 2 office/flex areas, with beautiful city & mountain views. 16’ windows facing, 31’ wide living area facing the famous building courtyard and sounds of the waterfall below.Main floor has sleek powder room with Philippe Starck fixtures, modern Redl kitchen in Porsche Grey, integrated Gaggenau, Sub-Zero, Miele appliances, wine fridge, & stainless Bulthaup island.Fully renovated and designed by an architect keeping with the building’s original theme.Live/work home features exposed concrete walls, stunning diamond cut polished radiant heated concrete floors, floating staircase. Carefully renovated to perfection. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
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2115 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: False Creek House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2542554
2115 COLUMBIA Street Vancouver V5Y 3E2
$1,990,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2542554
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,411 sq. ft.
Beautifully maintained and renovated, this charming character house is nestled right in the heart of Mt. Pleasant. Easy access to shopping (Save-On Foods, Home Depot, London Drugs, and much more...). Breweries & restaurants, Olympic Village, transit & Skytrain, all at your doorstep. Featuring a fully renovated kitchen, and newly remodelled bathrooms, it is ready for you to move right in! 3 year old roof. 1 year old hot water tank & furnace. Bonus: 1BDRM Mortgage Helper. Priced to go! More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty and Oakwyn Realty Downtown Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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PH 1103 1887 CROWE Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Pinnacle Living" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2560354
PH 1103 1887 CROWE Street Vancouver V5Y 0B4
$1,749,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2560354
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,345 sq. ft.
Dreaming about Summer? Welcome to PENTHOUSE living in False Creek– 3 Bd & office on the SE Corner with Prime & Private S/E/N facing Rooftop patio taking in Mountain & City Views. Deceptively spacious suite, airy with incredible natural light. Gorgeous kitchen with Bosch gas cooktop/oven, Fisher Paykal fridge, make an entertainer’s dream. Master Suite is spacious with luxurious ensuite. 2nd & 3rd bedroom (no closet) also offer excellent space & flexibility – perfect for home office or guest room. Lots of thoughtful upgrades and built-ins make this condo truly feel like a home. Bonus - In-suite storage room, Air Conditioning and Gas hookup on lower balcony. Excellent building – Fitness Centre, Party Room, 8th floor Common Roof deck, and courtyard playground. Rooftop has almost 400sqft of entertaining space & additionally surrounded by lush gardens – ready for your greenthumb. Pets and Rentals welcome. 2 parking & locker. VID LINK https://bit.ly/39OdLg2 More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
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412 1485 W 6TH Avenue in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Carrara of Portico" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2570428
412 1485 W 6TH Avenue Vancouver V6H 4G1
$1,738,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2570428
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,539 sq. ft.
"Carrara of Portico" by Bosa! Unobstructed 180° of panoramic views of False Creek, sunset, north shore mountains from all rooms plus park & garden below. This 1,539 sq’ rarely available, corner-/end-unit plan is on the market for the first time; one owner since new. Open concept. 4 Bedrooms + 2 full washrooms. 2 Side x side parking spaces (18’ x 17’6”) right next to elevator + 2 lockers. Gas cooktop & fireplace. Relax under the cover of the ~110 sq’ balcony. Pets & rental friendly (>1 yr). Facilities include gym, party room, hot tub, workshop, & caretaker. Pro-active strata. First showings ONLY by appointment: Saturday/Sunday (24/25) 2-4pm. Call to reserve a time slot. Room measurements are approximate; buyer to verify if deemed important. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Westcoast - Aedis Realty
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