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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602 151 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Canada House" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2467355
602 151 ATHLETES Way Vancouver V5Y 0E5 
$7,998,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2467355
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 4,381 sq. ft.
WOW priced at $7,998,000 - under $1800/square foot for this INCREDIBLE SUB PENTHOUSE with 4500 square feet on 1 floor with almost 2000 square feet of outdoor living! Where in all VANCOUVER do you find a 4500 square foot on the 6th floor (basically living on the water) while WATER, MOUNTAIN and CITY VIEWS are all around you. WELCOME TO 151 ATHLETES WAY in beautiful Olympic Village created by world renowned Arthur Erickson. 4500 Square feet is so extremely rare to find! This luxurious waterfront 3 bed + office, 3.5 bath, 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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56 E 5TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2457413
56 E 5TH Avenue Vancouver V5T 1G8
$7,245,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2457413
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 6,688 sq. ft.
A truly one-of-a-kind residence & prime location! Extremely rare offering of 2 houses. Completely redone in 2012 with stunning attention to detail. Main house is over 5100 SF over 4 levels of luxury living custom built to the highest standard with over height ceilings, 7 outdoor decks with Brazilian 'IPE' wood, outdoor kitchen with panoramic views, media rm, wine cellar, elevator, A/C, gated with high end security system, Milson Technology home, 3-car heated garage. Home opens to a beautiful private courtyard garden with exercise pool/hot tub. Back house is 2 bed, 2.5 bath on 3 levels, with a huge private sundeck one car attached heated garage. An urban retreat for the most discriminating buyers, by appointment only. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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102 181 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Canada House" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2443044
102 181 ATHLETES Way Vancouver V5Y 0E5
$6,399,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2443044
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,029 sq. ft.
Extremely rare listing in the coveted Arthur Erickson designed Canada House, positioned at the water’s edge with unobstructed views of downtown and False Creek. This luxurious waterfront 3 bed + office, 3.5 bath, ground floor suite is the largest ground floor waterfront home in the Olympic Village w/ ability to step directly on the Seawall from your private patio. Comprising the entire front of the boutique 40 home, LEED Gold Canada House West, this exceptional residence offers 3,029 square feet of interior living on a single level and an additional 397 square feet of outdoor living space. Perfect for someone looking for house-like qualities w/convenience of a condo. Additional features include 986 sf of storage and enclosed 2 car garage, 24hr concierge, and access to the Gold Medal Club. More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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1201 1661 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "SAILS -VILLAGE ON FALSE CREEK" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2454591
1201 1661 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5Y 0C3
$4,798,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2454591
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,224 sq. ft.
Live the waterfront lifestyle in this one of a kind luxurious penthouse located in the prestigious Olympic Village. Your spectacular home in the sky has all the space and privacy of a house with all the amenities of opulent city living. Stunning views of the downtown skyline featuring several of Vancouver's iconic landmarks. MASSIVE DECK with lawn, large garden including two fruit bearing trees. Opportunity to create your dream garden! The two master suites-separate from each other, both with en-suite bathrooms. Originally a 3 bedroom, could be easily renovated back to 3 bedrooms. 2,224sf indoor + 2250sf outdoor for a total combined living space of 4500sf ALL ON ONE LEVEL. Leed PLATINUM build. Xtra storage lockers avail. VIRTUAL TOUR https://tours.bcfloorplans.com/1596157 More detailsListed by Sunstar Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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1101 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "Navio" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2439791
1101 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street Vancouver V6A 0H4
$4,499,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2439791
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,755 sq. ft.
Rare opportunity to purchase this one of a kind sub-penthouse in Olympic Village's coveted Navio North building, w/ 1,165sf wrap-around terrace showcasing sweeping views of the ocean, mountains, and city. The open interior floorplan features exquisite contemporary living complete with a chef's kitchen, top of the line Bosch appliances, plus a custom-built espresso bar and pantry, all wrapped in custom millwork and exposed concrete. Relax in the private media room, take advantage of a secluded workspace, or enjoy the outdoor living room and dining areas. Best of all, 3 separate floor-to-ceiling double sliding glass doors, open to seamlessly blend interior and outdoor living spaces. Include 2 parking spaces, private storage bunker and A/C. Plus balance of 2-6-10 Warranty! Available to view by appointment. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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1402 1688 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "NAVIO AT THE CREEK" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2439148
1402 1688 PULLMAN PORTER Street Vancouver V6A 0H3
$3,890,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2439148
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,685 sq. ft.
Wow! Rarely available forever protected VIEW! The ultimate view of city park that sweeps across the epic False Creek to meet the sparkling city with the mountains backdrop. Concert’s Latest signature building in Vancouver’s False Creek/Olympic Village neighbourhood. Extra spacious 2 Bed + 2.5 Baths . Premium kitchen finishings with contemporary custom waterfall kitchen counter and high gloss cabinetry. 3 parking spots with one futureproofed EV and 2 storage lockers. Live in one of Vancouver's most vibrant and convenient locations, only steps away from skytrain and only mins away from downtown. Wake up to morning Yoga and invite friends over for Wine Night on your very own massive patios. Welcome to your fabulously exquisite life! More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Downtown Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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1201 1788 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "Proximity" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2465653
1201 1788 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5T 0G3
$2,699,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2465653
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,897 sq. ft.
Three bedroom view penthouse, constructed by respected developer Bastion Development and featuring over 1,400 square feet of walk-out patio and private roof patio entertaining space. The main level patio is accessed by a wall of cascading glass doors, and offers the ultimate indoor-outdoor living while the private roof deck features a gas fire pit and storage room with power, for a beverage fridge and storage for your patio cushions and gardening tools. Inside, the home is exquisitely finished and features over-height ceilings, hidden hinge 8-foot Italian doors, Sub-Zero, California Closets, Italian cabinetry, air-conditioning and is very private with just two homes on this floor. Two side/side parking stalls & large storage locker are included w/this stunning home. More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver - Aedis Realty
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805 210 E 5TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "ELENORE ON FIFTH" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2470585
805 210 E 5TH Avenue Vancouver V5T 0K1
$2,680,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2470585
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,691 sq. ft.
The ultimate in Penthouse living! Resting atop an exclusive collection of 58 luxury homes, PH805 highlights stunning views of North Shore Mountains & Downtown & features close to 2,300 Sq Ft total living space. The ultra-private, huge, main floor terrace is the centrepiece of the Penthouse & creates a sense of seamlessness between indoors & outdoors, enhancing its design & livability. Meticulously crafted design details & ultra-functional modern conveniences are embedded into this home. Gourmet kitchen features professional grade appliances with 46 bottle wine storage. Spa-like luxurious bathrooms offer heated floors & rain shower in the master. Electric shades, solid wood doors, nest heating & cooling, 156 Sq Ft private storage room and 2 parking. Truly a rare offering & a must see. More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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803 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "Navio at the Creek" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2445190
803 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street Vancouver V6A 0H4
$2,490,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2445190
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,382 sq. ft.
Wow! Rarely available forever protected water view where your front yard just happens to be the city park! Welcome to a Modern Luxury home at Concert's latest signature building in Vancouver's False Creek/Olympic Village neighbourhood. Extra spacious 2 Bed + 2 Bath + Flex. Premium kitchen furnished with contemporary custom waterfall kitchen counter and high gloss cabinetry. 2 parking spots with one futureproofed EV and 2 extra large storage lockers. Live in one of Vancouver's most vibrant and convenient locations, only steps away from skytrain and only mins away from downtown. Rooftop garden, private lounge, large fitness centre and top concierge services. Wake up to morning yoga and invite friends over for wine night on your very own massive patio. Welcome to the good life! More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Downtown Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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904 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2414112
904 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street Vancouver V6A 0H4
$2,480,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2414112
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,180 sq. ft.
STUNNING, LUXURIOUS. LEED GOLD CE8.TIFICATION. NAVIO claims an enviable location on the seawall in one of Vancouver's most desirable neighborhoods. vibrant community with its own gourmet grocery store & an eclectic array of specialty shops, cafes, restaurants & entertainment. Overlooks a beautiful 2.7 acre park. Modern, high end finish and appliances throughout. Spacious floorplan with 8'8" to 107 high ceilings. Year round comfort with NUHeat in floor heating and AC/climate control in suite. Huge balcony accessible through double floor to ceiling sliding doors with unobstructed view of Science world, Dowr.town, and Northshore mountains. Fully equipped fitness room, beautiful rooftop terraces and private resident lounge. More detailsListed by RA Realty Alliance Inc. - Aedis Realty
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