Parks and Sports in Riley Park
Introduction to Riley Park
Riley Park is a midtown neighbourhood in Vancouver, British Columbia, bounded in clockwise order from the north by 16th Avenue, Fraser Street, 41st Avenue, and finally Cambie Street on the west with SkyTrain stations at King Edward and 41st Avenues. Main Street, the principal commercial thoroughfare p;arallel to Cambie and Fraser, bisects the neighbourhood into nearly even east and west halves. Probably the most picturesque neighbourhood landscapes, Mountainview Cemetery in the eastern half and Queen Elizabeth Park in the western, are in the city area of highest elevation, Little Mountain, 500 feet above sea level, a former name for the neighbourhood from the days when it was much smaller.
Overpopulation has not been a problem in Riley Park lately. There has been a gradual, hardly perceptible decrease from 21,990 in 2001 to 21,815 in 2006 to 21,795 in 2011, year of the most recent quinquennial census. Nearly 40 percent of residents are immigrants, mostly Chinese and Filipino. Average family annual income is nearly $89,000, and nearly 49 percent of residents have university degrees.
History & Heritage
In the late 19th Century, neighbourhood pioneers cut logging trails around the base of Little Mountain, and quarry workers mined its volcanic rock for use as pavement for the area’s first roads. The plan to transform the quarries into sunken gardens took hold in the 1930s, King George VI dedicated the park in a 1939 visit, and in 1940 Little Mountain formally became Queen Elizabeth Park in honor of the king’s consort.
Over the next 15 years, the Vancouver Park Board converted the land into lushly sculpted sunken gardens. With landscaping complete by the mid-1950s, the park reached its present splendor. Meanwhile, Mountainview Cemetery, owned and maintained by the city since 1886, now has new spaces available for the first time in more than 20 years in lots purchased before 1940 but never claimed.
Olympic Legacy
In Hillcrest Park across Midlothian Avenue from Queen Elizabeth Park, the Hillcrest Centre served as the venue for the 2010 Winter Olympics curling event. Constructed with post-Olympic community recreation in mind, this multifaceted athletic facility operates an aquatic center, a fitness center, a year-round ice-skating rink, a dance studio, game rooms, athletic fields, and sports instructional programs. The Vancouver Park Board and the Riley Park Community Association jointly administer the complex.
Information Links:
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/riley-park.aspx
http://www.hillcrestcentre.com/default.aspx#.U8mC9FZRHnc
http://vancouver.ca/docs/planning/riley-park-south-cambie-community-vision-full-report.pdf
Riley Park Boulder
In the same area as the Queen Elizabeth and Hillcrest parks, in a playground near Ontario Street and 33rd Avenue there is an artificial boulder that has become a neighbourhood landmark since its fabrication in 2002. Climbers who enjoy this alternative to costly indoor climbing gyms expect the boulder to remain there for a long time. “It’s absolutely indestructible and will be here in the next glacier era,” says an acrobatics instructor for CircusWest, a Vancouver performing arts society. Despite the boulder’s popularity, however, the park board probably will not build another because of cost and potential liability. The boulder budget more than doubled during fabrication, and a new one could cost as much as $100,000.
New Riley Park Live MLS Listings
Riley Park, Vancouver, BC, Real Estate
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5561 E ASH Street in Vancouver: Cambie Land for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2330615
5561 E ASH Street Vancouver V5Z 3G8 
$10,000,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2330615
Potential for highrise residential rezoning. Good house on property. Close to Oakridge Shopping Mall. More detailsListed by Kirk Real Estate Services Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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256 W 41ST Avenue in Vancouver: Oakridge VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2641005
256 W 41ST Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2S4
$10,000,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2641005
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,400 sq. ft.
LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Excellent opportunity for developers! A large lot with redevelopment potential as part of Cambie Corridor Plan, located on West 41st and within walking distance to Oakridge Skytrain, shopping centre, any services or retail shops! Just steps to King David High School,Van Home Elementary & Columbia Park. Quick access to Eric Hamber Secondary, Queen Elizabeth Park, Hillcrest Centre or Downtown etc. PERFECT location for land assembly! CAN BUILD NEW STRATA buildings with amazing views! More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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405 W 26TH Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2619709
405 W 26TH Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2K1
$6,600,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2619709
- Bedrooms:
- 10
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 6,063 sq. ft.
A corner land lot with Elegant & bright main house& Laneway house & 1 suite legal.( 4183 & 4195 Yukon. ) appeal on quiet tranquil street located 1 blk to King Ed ALRT. Close to QE park. Surprisingly huge & roomy inside yet homey. Distinctive Tuscany architecture boasting vaulted ceilings on main floor, the biggest granite kitchen island, S/S appliances, good wok kitchen & laundry combo. 4 bdrms+3 baths up, 1bdrm+office on main, 2x2 bdrm suites in bsmt plus a separate 1 bdrm laneway house, totally over 6000 SF of quality construction! 98% eff fas boiler. . Energuide rated 78/80, A/C ready. EXTRA Bonus: Cambie corridor phase 3 potentially be developed townhouse. Buyers to do their own due dilligence with the City of Vancouver for all matters relating to the subject homes. Eric sec&Wolf e More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty - Aedis Realty
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415 W 26TH Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2593704
415 W 26TH Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2K1
$6,388,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2593704
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,425 sq. ft.
Prime Cambie Corridor Phase 3 Townhouse Site located on a flat and quiet street that is walking distance to King Edward Skytrain station, Queen Elizabeth Park, and Hillcrest Community Centre. This 58 x 152 (8,816 SF) lot can be acquired on its own or potentially with adjacent lots. Please refer to Cambie Corridor Phase 3 zoning for building guidelines. More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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426 W 28TH Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2604457
426 W 28TH Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2K8
$5,380,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2604457
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,173 sq. ft.
Cambie Corridor area FSR 1.2, Great opportunity for investment and development. The house has good condition, and great location. Few minutes walk to King Edward skytrain station, bus stop, QE Park, Hillcrest Park and Community Centre, Nat Bailey Stadium... Move in now and be part of Land Assembly later. More detailsListed by Homeland Realty - Aedis Realty
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74 E 37TH Avenue in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2643520
74 E 37TH Avenue Vancouver V5W 1E2
$4,999,999Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2643520
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,100 sq. ft.
Attention Builders and Investors! Very Solid and livable House:Great location in the Heart of East Vancouver. One minute Life Circle, Long Term Holding. BUILDING LOT ZONED FOR A RENTAL/ RESIDENTIAL BUILDING.Nearby Schools General Brock Elementary School, Sir William Van Horne Elementary School,John Oliver Secondary School, Eric Hamber Secondary School and more.Close to Queen Elizabeth Park,Langara,Cambie Skytrain station,Oakridge Shpg Ctr and all of Main street.Almost West Side.Potential for Rezoning to Apartment.Great Investment Chance, Motivated seller, Try offers. ACT NOW IF YOU ARE SMART BUYERS!This won't last! More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
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160 W 39TH Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2614525
160 W 39TH Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2P2
$4,999,999Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2614525
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,274 sq. ft.
Welcome to this Custom built home in Prime Oakridge area! This great floor plan offers 7 bedrooms & 6 bathrooms over 3 levels. The open & airy main level boasts 10' high ceilings with a huge Eclipse door that opens up to an entertainer's dream backyard. Wide plank engineered flooring, built in Cabinetry, chef's dream kitchen with Sub-zero and Wolf built-in appliances, and a Den/Office. Second level has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and a Walk-in Closet. Basement level offers a 2 bedroom suite, fully equipped media room, and a guest room with ensuite. Some of the other features include smart lighting control, security cameras, speakers, high-end covered outdoor kitchen and a patio which can be enjoyed throughout the year. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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5078 MAIN Street in Vancouver: Main House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2638961
5078 MAIN Street Vancouver V5W 2R3
$4,999,999Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2638961
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,357 sq. ft.
Attention Builders and Investors! Very Solid and livable House: Great location in the Heart of East Vancouver. One minute Life Circle, Long Term Holding. BUILDING LOT ZONED FOR A RENTAL/ RESIDENTIAL BUILDING. Nearby Schools General Brock Elementary School, Sir William Van Horne Elementary School , John Oliver Secondary School, Eric Hamber Secondary School, and more. Other Nearby Oakridge Centre, BC Children's Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Park, Bon Cafe, and more. Potential for rezoning to apartment. Great Investment Chance, Motivated seller, Try offers. ACT NOW IF YOU ARE SMART BUYERS! More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
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425 W 28TH Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2644650
425 W 28TH Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2K9
$4,898,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2644650
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 4,485 sq. ft.
Beautiful family residence by Trasolini Construction building custom high quality homes for over 30 years. This SOUTH facing home features a timeless design w/ interior 4,485 SQFT, 58x128.92 lot. 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. Open floor plan w/ high ceilings, large living spaces. TONS of recent updates by a designer: new paint, white oak floors, new bathroom tiling, custom WIC, Gourmet new kitchen WOLF and S/S appliances, cabinetry, Mil-Work, Hunter Douglas blinds and more. Large entertaining games room in the basement! Back yard is private, North facing with mountain views. New landscaping by Green Room Garden. New Custom Auto-double gate. In the heart of Vancouvers Cambie area, 1 blk Queen Elizabeth Park, 3 blk to Skytrain, Hillcrest Community Centre, Oakridge mall.OPEN HOUSE Jan 29, 2:00-4PM More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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476 W 27TH Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2645372
476 W 27TH Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2K5
$4,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2645372
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,298 sq. ft.
Land assembly project together with 476 W27th next door, situated on 2 flat lots together for 14,964' in total with a south-facing backyard. OCP allows for construction of up to a 1.2 FSR with rowhomes/stackable townhomes of up to three storeys. This PRIME CAMBIE CORRIDOR PHASE 3 OPPORTUNITY walking distance to the King Edward Skytrain Station. Custom build 4300' south facing 2 level with basement offers opportunities for those looking to rent and hold, enjoy a simple family home or as a future redevelopment site. Centrally located, this property is situated just minutes from Oakridge Centre, Queen Elizabeth Park, Cambie Village, and so much more! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
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