Olympic Village at False Creek
General Description
The Millennium Development Group built Vancouver Olympic Village for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The site, long ago an industrial area, later mostly a parking lot, is on the shoreline of the southeast corner of False Creek north of 2nd Avenue in the two blocks between Quebec and Manitoba streets immediately south of Science World. Its waterfront is part of the False Creek Seawall promenade and bicycle trail to Granville Island, to Aquabus and False Creek Ferry wharves, and to the Main Street and Olympic Village SkyTrain stations.
Construction
Construction at the site began in February 2006 and ended in November 2009, when the Vancouver Organizing Committee took it over for the Winter Games and returned it in April 2010 to the City of Vancouver for eventual conversion to residential housing use with a community centre and daycare, retail, and service spaces.
Part of Olympic Village was Canada’s first residential multi-unit Net Zero Building that generates as much energy as it uses. The designers cut conventional energy consumption to a small fraction by use of solar access and shading, natural cross-ventilation, triple-glazed windows, and excellent insulation. Energy meters in each suite encourage further cuts by showing how much energy is in use, and a heat recovery system transfers waste heat from an adjoining building. Two rooftop solar installations supply the rest of the building’s energy.
Funding crisis
After a series of cost overruns, the Mayor of Vancouver requested from the British Columbia provincial government authority for the city to borrow additional funds to complete construction. In January 2009, an emergency session of the BC Legislature granted the City of Vancouver unlimited access to such additional funds for Olympic Village. The authorization was unusual in that the original charter for the Olympics prohibited such additional borrowing without a public referendum. Thus did the city require extraordinary legislation to allow it to borrow to meet its financial commitments. In April 2014, the Toronto Globe and Mail reported that the City of Vancouver finally had retired the debt it assumed when it took over the Olympic Village project from the bankrupt Millennium Development Group.
Information Links:
http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/olympic-village.aspx
http://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/creekside-community-recreation-centre.aspx
http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/olympic-village.aspx
Post-Olympics Progress
Of the legacies of the 2010 Winter Games, Olympic Village was the most uncertain; however, it has achieved a transformation since pre-Olympic times as a result of long-term vision, smart design, and careful planning. Olympic Village is now a most enviable residential district. Olympic Village condo units are among the most attractive in the city. At the foot of False Creek, this prime location has been fundamentally instrumental to the project’s ultimate success. Olympic Village has superlative views of Downtown and its North Shore Mountain backdrop and everything residents need in shops, cafés, restaurants, parks, and daycare within a few blocks.
Affordable housing
The 2010 Olympic buildings are now residential housing for families. By 2020, if official plans prevail, Olympic Village will have 5,000 affordable residential housing units. Olympic Village is a mixed-use community of about 1,100 residential units, 252 of which are affordable housing and another 100 modest market. Modest market housing is for residents unable to pay market rents. The Olympic Village cooperative, Athletes Village, is an 84-unit building of market and modest market housing.
New Olympic Village Live MLS Listings
Olympic Village, Vancouver BC, False Creek
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56 E 5TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS® # R2192859
$7,700,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2192859
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 6,688 sq. ft.
Rarely does a property come to market that is a perfect fusion of classic and contemporary design with magnificent amenities like this home. With two distinctly unique yet complimentary living spaces, this is an entertainer's dream home that has all of the modern comforts of today. Totalling 5 bedroom and 8 baths, Endless saline pool, hot tub, rooftop deck with outdoor kitchen and bar w/ panoramic city and mountain views, state of the art home theatre, heated 4 car garage and more. A one of a kind must see! More detailsEngel & Volkers Vancouver
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702 138 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS® # R2194495
$7,000,888Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2194495
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,218 sq. ft.
Stunning waterfront views. One of a kind, rare, exclusive, luxurious Olympic Village penthouse with outstanding views of False Creek, Downtown Vancouver and the Northshore Mountains. Enjoy the breathtaking serene views from inside, or if you prefer, from your private rooftop patio. The benefits of this palatial penthouse are endless, but include: massive rooftop patio, 3 bedrooms each with full ensuite, seawall from your lobby doorstep, exquisite new hardwood floors, luscious new carpets in all 3 bedrooms, 4k upshift projector including KEF in wall surround sound speakers, short walk to Urban Fare, Terra Breads, Tap & Barrel, and so much more. This truly is penthouse living at its finest. A once in a lifetime opportunity. More detailsSutton Grp-West Coast (Brdwy) - Aedis Realty
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905 1633 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "KAYAK" (Vancouver West) : MLS® # R2118094
$4,400,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2118094
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,702 sq. ft.
Luxury home in the waterfront community of The Village on False Creek! LEED Platinum certified, the most sustainable in the world. Features high ceilings, German imported kitchens, Eggersman cabinetry & luxury faucets throughout. State-of-the-art heating and cooling system, Miele S/S appliances, gas range, oven, dishwasher and Sub-Zero fridge. Amenities incl Gold Medal Club, a separate fitness room & furnished lounged are located in the lobby. The plaza is anchored by Urban Fare Grocery, London Drugs, Legacy Liquor store & more. Steps from Canada Line & Expo Skytrain Stations, bus lines, Aquabus & seawall. More detailsRennie Marketing Systems - Aedis Realty
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102 151 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "CANADA HOUSE ON THE WATER" (Vancouver West) : MLS® # R2175924
$3,849,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2175924
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,393 sq. ft.
Rennie & Associates Realty - Aedis Realty
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205 181 W 1ST Avenue in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "THE VILLAGE ON FALSE CREEK - BROOKE" (Vancouver West) : MLS® # R2118071
$2,299,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2118071
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,118 sq. ft.
Welcome to Brook! This spectacular 2 BR unit has an open 1118 SF layout ad facing Hinge Park. Luxury living at the Village on False Creek is almost sold out. German imported kitchens, luxury faucets throughout, state of the art heating & cooling system. Miele SS appliances, gas range, oven, dishwasher & Subzero fridge. Amenities include Gold Medal Club, a separate fitness room & furnished lounge are located in the lobby. The plaza is anchored by Urban Fare Grocery, London Drugs, Legacy Liquor Store & more. Steps from Canada Line & Expo Skytrain, bus lines. Aquabus & seawall. More detailsRennie Marketing Systems - Aedis Realty
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1802 1708 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "PINNACLE ON THE PARK" (Vancouver East) : MLS® # R2159682
$2,200,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2159682
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,280 sq. ft.
Come home to Pinnacle on the Park, plan now for your home in 2019! Pinnacle On The Park - All-residential luxury boutique building with fitness centre, and party lounge, with multiple amenity rooms. Air conditioning, full size stainless steel appliances, engineered hardwood flooring, and in-suite storage. The Location - Olympic Village adjacent to new park, within walking distance to 2 public transit lines (Canada Line & SkyTrain), within 1 block to supermarket, shopping, and eateries. SW corner 3 bedroom penthouse, features a private roof deck of over 422 sq.ft. More detailsAnson Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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104 181 W 1ST Avenue in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "THE VILLAGE ON FALSE CREEK - BROOK" (Vancouver West) : MLS® # R2118109
$2,199,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2118109
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,070 sq. ft.
Welcome to Brook! This spectacular 2-BR ground level unit has an open 1070 sf layout. Luxury living at The Village on False Creek is almost sold out. German imported kitchens, luxury faucets throughout. State-of-the-art heating and cooling system, Miele S/S appliances, gas range, oven, dishwasher and Sub-Zero fridge. Amenities include Gold Medal Club, a separate Fitness room & furnished lounge are located in the lobby. Steps from Canada Line & Expo Skytrain Stations, Aquabus, Seawall, Urban Fare Grocery, London Drugs and Restaurants. More detailsRennie Marketing Systems - Aedis Realty
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1407 1708 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "PINNACLE ON THE PARK" (Vancouver East) : MLS® # R2187912
$1,599,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2187912
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,109 sq. ft.
Come home to Pinnacle on the Park, plan now for your home in 2019! Northeast corner 3 bedroom + den suite, 1,109 sq ft, good layout, view of False Creek and North Shore Mountains. Pinnacle On The Park - All residential luxury boutique building with fitness centre, rooftop patio and party lounge with multiple amenity rooms. Air conditioning, full size stainless steel appliances, engineered hardwood flooring and insuite storage. The Location - Olympic Village adjacent to new park within walking distance to 2 public transit lines (Canada Line & Skytrain), within 1 block to supermarket, shopping and eateries. Showings by appointment. Presentation Centre at 3378 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC. More detailsAnson Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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407 1661 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS® # R2177417
$1,598,888Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2177417
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,247 sq. ft.
Rarely available Custom 3 BED 2 BATH plus Den home at the highly sought after Sails building in Olympic Village. Floor to ceiling windows that wrap around letting in tons of natural light. Great views of the new 2.5 acre park across the street. New white Oak hardwood floors. Designer paint, Custom white cabinetry in Kitchen for more storage. Closets have beautiful custom built ins for organization. Bocci pendent Lighting in dining room. 9 foot ceilings with over-sized doors, 5-piece Spa ensuite bathroom & Chefs kitchen with Sub-Zero fridge, Miele gas range & oven & dishwasher. Amenities are pool, inferred, sauna, gold medal gym. Walk to absolutely everything. Large storage Locker, 1 parking by elevator, 2nd parking spot rented. A must see. Open House Saturday & Sun June 17, 2-4pm. More detailsHomeland Realty - Aedis Realty
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201 118 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS® # R2192146
$1,550,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2192146
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,293 sq. ft.
Don't miss this opportunity! This HUGE 1400sqft condo features 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, state of the art German-imported kitchen, living room, family room & solar room located in HOT Olympic Village area! This location is perfect for people always on the go. Who enjoys the life of the city yet enjoys the Vancouver scenery & the convenience of living in the neighbourhood. Transportation is a breeze! Walking distance to both Canada & Expo line allowing easy access to Downtown, Richmond & Burnaby. There are nearby trendy restaurants, shops, supermarkets & the spectacular water view of False Creek. School Catchment: Eric Hamber, Ecole Bilingue, General Gordon Elementary & Kitsilano Secondary. HURRY! More detailsSutton Grp-West Coast (VanCam) - Aedis Realty
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