Marpole is a mostly residential neighbourhood of 23,832 inhabitants reported in the 2011 Census on the southern edge of the City of Vancouver, British Columbia, northeast of Vancouver International Airport on Sea Island across the Fraser River. Approximate borders are Angus Drive on the west, 57th Avenue on the north, Ontario Street on the east and the river on the south. Immigration has been an important demographic in this neighbourhood. In 2006, 42 percent of Marpole residents were ethnically Chinese, 37 percent spoke Chinese as their native language, and 59 percent were foreign born. Marpole has a lower median household income and a higher share of low- income residents than Vancouver overall. Within Marpole, 32 per cent of renters spend more than a third of their income on housing. Most of the 4,000 units of relatively affordable rental housing date from before 1975.
Some History
Richard Marpole, for whom in 1916 residents of the small town of Eburne Station on the river renamed it in his honor, was General Superintendent of the Canadian Pacific Railway Pacific Division in Vancouver in the early 1900s. The coming of the Canadian Pacific to Vancouver triggered development of sawmills, shingle mills, and gravel companies in the region. By 1929, when it became part of the City of Vancouver, Marpole was a industrial centre. Construction over the river in 1957 of the Oak Street Bridge to Richmond, Delta, Surrey, and the USA border and in 1975 of the Arthur Laing Bridge to the airport has catalyzed many changes and intensified traffic and development.
Economic Development
Most Marpole trade stores and services are toward the southern end of Granville Street. Small corner shops cluster around Oak Street and 67th Avenue and Cambie Street and 57th Avenue. Some big box stores, manufacturers, and distributors are on Marine Drive east of the Arthur Laing Bridge; some heavy industry operates along the bank of the river.
Another large Marpole commercial district will be in the eastern part of the neighbourhood around Marine Drive and Cambie Street. The City of Vancouver has designated this area as the Marine Landing Precinct and approved for construction two residential high-rise towers, an office tower, 11 movie theatres, and a major grocery store.
In April 2014, Vancouver’s City Council unanimously approved a new Marpole community plan following a public hearing with most attending residents in favor. The new plan revamped last year’s proposal, which stalled over complaints that the city pushed for unnecessary and excessive density. City planners had proposed to rezone a large area of single-family residences dwellings for multifamily housing. The new, approved plan leaves 85 percent of present single-family areas unchanged. Most growth will be near major streets and transit stops with new townhomes in some single-family areas. The plan has four main themes: (1) encourage growth but respect neighbourhood character, (2) keep housing affordable, (3) improve transportation, and (4) add and enhance community amenities.
According to plan specifics, by 2041 there would be 835 new market rental units, 6,800 new market homes, upgrades to five parks, three new parks with a 10-acre sanctuary along the river, upgrades to the library and community centre, and 478 new child care spaces. So proceeds life in Marpole as the government attempts to moderate the forces of the market economy.
Excellent Cambie corridor development site (2 Lots total 10,000 sq ft) for sale with great potential to zone for mid or high rise in the future with the whole block develop together. The site itself can built 30 units. Rezoning is almost done. Drawing is available. Excellent property to hold on or continue the development. (Call listing agent for whole block sale)More details
Marpole Community Plan Development Site. Developers and Investors alert! Potential 6-storey condo up to 2.5 FSR. Steps to Canada Line, Shopping Center and Entertainment Complex. Minutes to Richmond.More details
Developer & Investor Alerts - Land Assembly, Located at Cambie Corridor. Walking distance to Marine Drive Canada Line station, Marine Gateway shopping complex, Winona park, Langara college and Langara Golf course. Excellent Transit. Do not miss the development opportunity for 6 Lots Assembly total of 28,266 SQFT. The project got potential for a 6 storey residential apartment. Potential density of 2.5 FSR. To be sold as part of a land assembly. Land Value only. (8050 Columbia St. 276/282/286/288/298 W 64th Ave.)More details
Listed by RE/MAX Crest Realty and Magsen Realty Inc.
This deluxe and extraordinary home is a true gem in the highly sought-after and conveniently located Marpole area. Situated on a massive lot of 9600 square feet, the park-like landscaped backyard makes this house exceptionally rare and special. With a classy European design boasting quality craftsmanship, high-end features, and meticulous attention to detail, this home stands out. The gleaming real wood floors, designer kitchen with elegant cabinets and granite countertops, a spacious master bedroom with vaulted ceilings, a built-in ceiling-mounted LCD TV, a generous walk-in closet, and a luxurious ensuite bathroom are just a few of its remarkable features. Located in the catchment for Churchill Secondary and Laurier Elementary, and close to the skytrain and Golf Course.More details
Developer & Investor Alerts - Land Assembly, Located at Cambie Corridor. Walking distance to Marine Drive Canada Line station, Marine Gateway shopping complex, Winona park, Langara college and Langara Golf course. Excellent Transit. Do not miss the development opportunity for 6 Lots Assembly total of 28,266 SQFT. The project got potential for a 6 storey residential apartment. Potential density of 2.5 FSR. To be sold as part of a land assembly. Land Value only. (8050 Columbia St. 276/282/286/288/298 W 64th Ave.)More details
Listed by RE/MAX Crest Realty and Magsen Realty Inc.
Developer & Investor Alerts - Land Assembly, Located at Cambie Corridor. Walking distance to Marine Drive Canada Line station, Marine Gateway shopping complex, Winona park, Langara college and Langara Golf course. Excellent Transit. Do not miss the development opportunity for 6 Lots Assembly total of 28,266 SQFT. The project got potential for a 6 storey residential apartment. Potential density of 2.5 FSR. To be sold as part of a land assembly. Land Value only. (8050 Columbia St. 276/282/286/288/298 W 64th Ave.)More details
Listed by RE/MAX Crest Realty and Magsen Realty Inc.
Developer & Investor Alerts - Land Assembly, Located at Cambie Corridor. Walking distance to Marine Drive Canada Line station, Marine Gateway shopping complex, Winona park, Langara college and Langara Golf course. Excellent Transit. Do not miss the development opportunity for 6 Lots Assembly total of 28,266 SQFT. The project got potential for a 6 storey residential apartment. Potential density of 2.5 FSR. To be sold as part of a land assembly. Land Value only. (8050 Columbia St. 276/282/286/288/298 W 64th Ave.)More details
Listed by RE/MAX Crest Realty and Magsen Realty Inc.
Developer & Investor Alerts - Land Assembly, Located at Cambie Corridor. Walking distance to Marine Drive Canada Line station, Marine Gateway shopping complex, Winona park, Langara college and Langara Golf course. Excellent Transit. Do not miss the development opportunity for 6 Lots Assembly total of 28,266 SQFT. The project got potential for a 6 storey residential apartment. Potential density of 2.5 FSR. To be sold as part of a land assembly. Land Value only. (8050 Columbia St. 276/282/286/288/298 W 64th Ave.)More details
Listed by RE/MAX Crest Realty and Magsen Realty Inc.
Developer Alert!! Central Location 6 story development lots for Sale!!! 2 mins from Richmond, Vancouver Air Port, and 15 mins Drive to Downtown Vancouver. Do not miss the chance to acquire 5 Lots Land Assembly 8433, 8423, 8437, 8439, 8443, 8461, 8463, 8467 Oak Street: Total Lot Size 18,946.27 sf. It is under Marpole OCP and can be built for 6 Story apartment with 2.5 FSR. *All the measurement are approximate, please contact with the realtor for detail. *Do not walk on the property to disturb the residents.More details
Listed by RE/MAX Crest Realty and Unilife Realty Inc.
Welcome to this custom-built home, built in 2009 & meticulously maintained by the original owners. Sitting high on the lot with great outlook, offering space & comfort with 4 large bedrooms on the top floor, including a primary with a walk-in closet, spa-inspired bathroom & balcony. The main floor features an open-concept layout with high ceilings, family-style kitchen with Bosch appliances, cozy living room with a gas fireplace+ den with gas fireplace & versatile office/bedroom. Downstairs, a luxurious second kitchen, living area & 3 bedrooms for extended family or rental. Large deck off main down to the beautifully landscaped fenced yard offers privacy & great place for kids plus an oversized 4-car garage. Situated in prime area near the upcoming Oakridge Mall Development & Skytrain.More details