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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2501 1775 QUEBEC Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2219234
$10,800,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2219234
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,230 sq. ft.
View view view! Welcome to this 3230 sq ft Sub Penthouse Residence at The Opsal by Bastion. Unobstructed view of the mountains, water and city! This unit was merged with #2502 to make a spacious, one of a kind 3 bedrooms 1 den 3.5 baths ultimate luxury penthouse. Open concept, entertainment-sized living, dining and kitchen area with endless floor to ceiling windows and two folding doors that opens up to the 1100sq ft wraparound balcony. Lots of remodeling done by the seller: the entire unit 2502 is converted into a huge master bedrooms suite with a sizable den and dressing room; Italian kitchen and cabinets, built-in sound system throughout, a hot-tub to enjoy relaxing time out under the sun and breeze. A must see! More detailsRE/MAX Select Properties
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905 1633 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "KAYAK" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2118094
$4,600,000Residential 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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803 181 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Canada House" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2240714
$3,680,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2240714
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,634 sq. ft.
Rare chance to call this prestige address home. Renowned CANADA HOUSE by Arthur Erickson in the heart of Olympic Village. Spacious East facing 2 bedroom & office home has large windows & 10' ceiling letting in tranquil False Creek water & north shore mountain view. Luxurious finishes with German cabinetry, built-in Miele/Subzero appliances & hardwood flooring. Functional layout with flex room, laundry room & large office that can be 3rd bedroom. Ensuite has huge walk-in shower & deep soaker tub. Comfortable & allergen free central water heating/cooling system. 24/7 concierge, gym, yoga room, theatre, library, lounge & Gold Medal Club. Private double garage & locker. Steps to Seawall & all shopping/dinning in the Village. More detailsHomeland Realty - Aedis Realty
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1402 1661 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "SAILS AT THE VILLAGE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2242764
$3,588,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2242764
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,986 sq. ft.
Welcome to SAILS at The Village on False Creek! This is a rare, stylish & sophisticated Penthouse suite featuring 9’ ceilings throughout the home. Stunning views from the suite & your exclusive 1,200 sq ft rooftop terrace. 3 generous sized bedrooms, 3 spa like baths, hardwood throughout. Stunning kitchen featuring a 10 ft island, Miele ovens, cooktop, dishwasher & Subzero fridge. LEED Gold certified & construction with radiant heating & cooling. 2 side by side parking, 2 lockers. Well equipped gym & amenities as well as access to the Gold Medal Club that includes indoor pool & saunas. Steps from Seawall, London Drugs, Urban Fare, Creekside Community Centre, and more. Exceptional waterfront community lifestyle! More detailsRennie & Associates Realty - Aedis Realty
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801 77 WALTER HARDWICK Avenue in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Kayak" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2257007
$3,200,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2257007
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,539 sq. ft.
View View View! Exclusive Olympic Village end unit 2 br + den Sub-Penthouse. Only 3 units per floor. Ideal indoor/outdoor living. Sunrise coffee on your east patio & happy hour on your west rooftop deck w/ beautiful views of False Creek, marina, city & mtns. Spacious open plan w/ 10 ft. ceilings, tons of natural E, S & West light & bright gourmet chef's kitchen w/ quartz counters, subzero & hi end stainless appliances. Large pantry & extra storage insuite plus 2 prkg + storage locker. Efficient geothermal heating & air conditioning. Exclusive access to 6,000 sf Gold Medal Club w/ lap pool, dry & steam saunas & fitness. Premium groceries, wine & liquor, drycleaners, & nearly 50 restaurants at your doorstep. On the seawall w/ easy access to downtown, YVR, UBC & Skytrain lines. More detailsRE/MAX - Stuart Bonner - Aedis Realty
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801 138 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2239974
$2,780,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2239974
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,370 sq. ft.
Waterfront penthouse in the heart of the Olympic Village. This truly is one of the rarest properties on the south side of False Creek. 1370 square feet of functional and modern living PLUS private rooftop deck. Open the front door and step into the bright and spacious living area with a wall of windows gazing out onto the mellow waters of False creek and across to the North Shore mountains. Forever unobstructed views of Science World, BC Place, and the Downtown skyline. An absolute one of a kind perspective. The main level balcony features a gas hookup for BBQing plus ample room for seating. Recent 2017 renovation, separated bedrooms, fully tiled bathrooms, designated office space, ample in-suite storage plus locker underground, and 2 parking stalls. This is one that cannot be replicated More detailsPrompton Real Estate Serv.Inc. and Engel & Volkers Vancouver - 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
$2,399,000Residential 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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201 138 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "THE VILLAGE FALSE CREEK SHORELINE" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2253866
$2,388,800Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2253866
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,476 sq. ft.
View, Seawall, lifestyle! The Village in F-Creek is a front row, expansive & open 2 bedroom 2 bathroom + flex room. Fantastic north facing water views & downtown skyline impress either at daytime or night. Open FP with 9'5 ceilings, gourmet kitchen, Italian cabinetry, Sub-zero, Miele cook-top, SS dishwasher are a chefs delight. A perfect view home for living, entertaining & just steps from the famed seawall. Quiet & private, only 2 UNITS per floor. Walk, bike ride, shop, live, close to transit & the downtown. Aqua bus to Granville Island, stroll to Urban Fare, London Drugs, Craft brewing, tap & barrel & legacy liquor store & Terra Breads! Fitness, pool, sauna, yoga, greenspace & dog run, lush landscaping are all things 'Village'. More detailsRennie & Associates Realty - 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
$2,299,000Residential 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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603 1633 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "KAYAK" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2257136
$2,200,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2257136
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,203 sq. ft.
Luxury at the Heart of Olympic Village! This 2 bedroom and flex @ The Village features an entertaining size living space opening on to a large covered balcony. The open concept kitchen features a large island, Sub-Zero and gas Miele appliances. This waterfront location can't be beat, just steps to the Seawall, restaurants, Urban Fare, Tap & Barrel, Craft and only a short walk to the Canada Line & Expo/Millennium Line. Amenities includes a 3rd floor rooftop deck, party room, meeting room, concierge/security 7 days/week, fitness centre, and the Gold Medal Club feat. an indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna/steam room. One oversize parking stall & storage locker included. More detailsBirds Nest Properties - Aedis Realty
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