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.
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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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602 151 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Canada House" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2414553
$10,898,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2414553
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 4,381 sq. ft.
WOW - INCREDIBLE SUB PENTHOUSE with ALMOST 4500 SQUARE FEET on 1 floor with almost 2000 square feet of outdoor diving! WELCOME TO 151 ATHLETES WAY in beautiful Olympic Village created by world renowned Arthur Erickson. 4500 square feet is so extremely rare to find! Living in this sub penthouse is SIMPLY STUNNING as it feels like you are on the edge of our STUNNING DOWNTOWN SKYLINE while seeing WATER, MOUNTAIN and CITY LIGHTS all around you. This luxurious waterfront 3 bed + office, 3.5 baths, 6th floor Sub Penthouse suite is one of if not 'the' largest waterfront homes in the Olympic Village - the size of the patio makes it a ENTERTAINERS DREAM and your friends and family will simply want to NEVER leave! There are only 20 homes in the entire building! More detailsListed by Angell, Hasman & Associates Realty Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
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1102 181 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "CANADA HOUSE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2414013
$4,788,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2414013
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,137 sq. ft.
Spectacular as it may be, the views are matched if not overwhelmed by the impressive interior of this outstanding sub-penthouse in the exclusive Canada House perched at the water's edge. No expense has been spared in creating an elegant space that is as functional as it is stunning with an expansive open floor plan, providing over 2100 sq.ft. indoors and an additional 250+ sq.ft. on 3 balconies each with their own gorgeous view. Needless to say, the kitchen is appointed with top of the line appliances and cabinetry, wine fridge included. Luxurious baths with a 5 piece master ensuite. Concierge service, a private 2 car garage, 2 storage units and outstanding amenities complete this enviable package. Private viewing only. More detailsListed by Dexter Realty - Aedis Realty
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1802 1788 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "EPIC AT WEST" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2348477
$2,555,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2348477
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,725 sq. ft.
Spectacular breathtaking views from South horizon as far as you can see, to West City, Mtns, Park & water! Elegant & luxurious entertainment size sprawling 1725 sqft Penthouse in the prestigious Olympic Village! Brand new situated parkside & seaside in a waterfront community just seconds to Downtown, everything at your doorstep! Rare to see such a gorgeous floorplan & refined luxury! A/C, Wolf gas range, Subzero fridge, 10' kitchen isl. w/ bar, thermostat controlled wine cellar, Fulgar Milano & Blomberg appliances, remote blinds, 2 outdoor balconies, 8'8" ceilings, 2 bed+Den & 2.5 bathrooms with double vanities & walk-in closets, flex room, 2 side x side parking stalls in exclusive area, Quartz counters carrara inspired & more! Perfect for those looking for a house size in the sky! More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2103 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: False Creek House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2416348
$2,199,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2416348
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1,969 sq. ft.
Uniquely located in the heart of Mount Pleasant, Vancouver. I-1 Zoning allowing for a variety of light industrial, office, and retail uses. Property is currently utilized for residential use. Conveniently located just steps to the Olympic Village area and to the False Creek seawall. A 5 minute drive to Downtown. Property is improved with 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors, lots of wood features and a large kitchen. Fronting West 5th Ave and Columbia Street - with a flurry of development in the immediate vicinity. More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2115 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: False Creek House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2403535
$2,138,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2403535
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,600 sq. ft.
Significantly upgraded home in one of the trendiest up and coming neighbourhoods in Vancouver. Minutes from downtown, this west of main home features a new kitchen, bathrooms, roof, flooring, appliances....., while maintaining classic charm such as original Douglas fir floors, chandeliers, etc. Outdoor entertainment area includes two back patios with an elevated deck and gas BBQ plugin. Bonus 500 sq ft undeveloped attic space plus one bedroom income suite with separate entrance at basement level. Perfect family home within sought after school catchments and mortgage helper OR make use of the industrial zoning development opportunity this rare neighbourhood offers. Priced below assessed value. More detailsListed by RE/MAX All Points Realty - Aedis Realty
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1207 1708 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Pinnacle on the Park" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2425521
$1,689,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2425521
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,109 sq. ft.
Brand new Pinnacle on the Park in the amazing Olympic Village neighbourhood. This Northeast corner 3 bedroom + den suite offers clear view of the new Park, Science World, False Creek and mountains. Full size chef's kitchen, air conditioning and in-suite storage. 1 parking and 1 bicycle storage locker. Perfect for a family or professional couple needing some extra rooms for home office and guests. Open house Sat & Sun 2-4pm. More detailsListed by Anson Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
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801 FERRY Row in Vancouver: False Creek Townhouse for sale in "Heather Point" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2421855
$1,500,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2421855
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,710 sq. ft.
Breathtaking waterfront property in False Creek, located steps from the sea-wall. This one-of-a-kind 2 level town home boasts panoramic views and 639 sqft private rooftop patio! Fully rain-screened building, with low e glass windows, a/c and a common area workshop! 3 bedroom, 2 full master bedrooms, both with their own en-suite. Quality finishings throughout, including custom built-ins, hickory flooring, appliances by Gaggenau and a commercial refrigerator by Traulsen. 2 side by side parking, storage. 2 private separate ground floor entrances, including a second patio off the kitchen. These homes rarely come on market, don’t miss your chance to live in one of Vancouver's most desirable neighborhoods. Exempt from property transfer tax. Open House Sunday Jan 12 2pm-4pm More detailsListed by Keller Williams Realty VanCentral - Aedis Realty
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503 1470 PENNYFARTHING Drive in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Harbour Cove" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2427077
$1,385,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2427077
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,523 sq. ft.
Spectacular, unobstructed views from this fully renovated 1467 sq.ft condo, 2 bedrooms masterpiece. Ready to move-in and enjoy. Hardwood floors throughout the suite, cosy living room, elegant electric fireplace, chef's delight kitchen, full size walk-in laundry room/storage. Luxury living at its best! Do not miss it! Parking on B249, Locker Rm.#8, locker #25 More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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254 108 W 1ST Avenue in Vancouver: False Creek Townhouse for sale in "WALL CENTRE FALSE CREEK" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2426132
$1,350,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2426132
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,269 sq. ft.
TOWNHOUSE LIVING AT IT'S BEST! Well kept home in the highly desirable Olympic Village! This concrete, like-new, 2 bed + 3 bath + den + office/flex townhome is thoughtfully designed throughout w/ open concept living, large bedrooms, master w/ walk-in-closet & step out balcony, spa like bathrooms, S/S appliances, Viking gas range, plenty of insuite storage, Private south exposure allows for plenty of sun for the home - the beautifully landscaped, large & rare 290sf private terrace, which is the perfect oasis for entertaining & relaxing! Steps to the Seawall, supermarket, shops, restaurants, parks & the best of the Vancouver lifestyle! More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
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802 123 W 1ST Avenue in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Compass" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2414940
$1,349,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2414940
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,004 sq. ft.
Rarely availible top floor 2 bedroom + flex unit at the Compass in Olympic Village! Leed Platinum certificate boutique building. Bright and spacious unit with top of the line Miele appliances and German cabinetry. 1004 sqft of living space with 12' ceilings, radiant heating, air conditioning and quartz countertops. Ameneties at the 6000 sqft GOLD MEDAL CLUB with indoor pool, hot tub, steam/sauna and gym. Steps to the Seawall, Aquabus, restaurants, Science World and False Creek. Call today for your private appointment! More detailsListed by Sutton Group - Vancouver First Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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