Stylish South Granville
The Business Improvement Area
Established in 1907, the South Granville Business Improvement Area is south of Vancouver’s Downtown and north of the Kitsilano, Fairview, and Shaughnessy neighbourhoods. The area runs along Granville Street from the Granville Street Bridge over False Creek south to 16th Avenue, where the grand residences of Shaughnessy replace the shops, restaurants, and art galleries of South Granville.
When Vancouver as a city was three years old, South Granville already was an exclusive location and desirable destination before the first Granville Street Bridge went up across False Creek in 1889 to connect it to Downtown. Center Street became Granville Street in 1907. In the fall of that year, plans began for development of what would be First Shaughnessy, 423 acres between West 15th and King Edward avenues from Oak Street west to the BC Electric Railway interurban line to Lulu Island. New First Shaughnessy residents shopped on South Granville, establishing standards of high quality still extant today. Galleries and the Stanley Theatre followed, and the area acquired its cultural caché.
The Stanley Theater
The Stanley opened on the street between 11th and 12th avenues in December 1930 with a Lilian Gish movie, One Romantic Night. The Stanley was the only Vancouver theatre where juveniles could see not one but two Saturday matinees for ten cents. Granville Street and the Stanley went into decline during the ’80s, and it closed in 1991. After some talk of tearing it down, it rose again in 1997 as a fully refurbished venue for live performances. Whether for films or plays, the Stanley has been a major neighbourhood attraction, proof that the lively arts contribute much to neighbourhood prosperity and prestige.
The Granville Street Bridge
The present steel and concrete Granville Street Bridge, nearly a mile long and 90 feet high over Granville Island and False Creek, was the only eight-lane bridge on the continent outside New York City when it opened in 1954. The bridge supplanted an earlier structure that in 1909 had replaced the 1886 original.
Before construction began in 1951, politicians had tried to build a new bridge since 1945. A 1948 newspaper editorial complained that of “Vancouver’s obsolete bridges” “the Granville Bridge, because of its slippery surface, its pitted and rotted roadways, its wooden construction, its wooden approaches and the dangerous curve-in at its lift-spans mended with smooth-worn planks, is by far the worst.”
Information Links:
http://southgranville.org/
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/fairview.aspx
http://www.falsecreekcc.ca
http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/marpole-community-plan-granville.aspx
Gallery Row
In Vancouver, few would dispute that the highest concentration of art, antiques, painting, sculpture, and unique curiosities are in South Granville’s Gallery Row, the nerve centre of Vancouver’s art community for 40 years. Fourteen galleries cluster along this stretch of Granville Street between 5th Avenue and Broadway.
To list a few, Bau-Xi, the oldest contemporary gallery in Vancouver, exhibits paintings, sculpture, prints, and drawings. Heffel, “Canada’s National Fine Art Auction House” in the historic Heffel Building at 7th Avenue, displays and previews inventory in an expansive 7,500-foot space. Uno Langmann Limited specializes in European and North American paintings from the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries. The gallery showcases a careful selection of antique furniture, silver, and objets d’art in elegant, neo-classical surroundings. Douglas Reynolds Gallery, founded in 1995 between 7th and 8th avenues, specializes in historic and contemporary Northwest Coast aboriginal art. The gallery exhibits museum-quality artifacts of aluminum, bronze, glass, and resin in bentwood boxes, masks, and totem poles.
New South Granville Live MLS Listings
Stylish South Granville
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5300 GRANVILLE Avenue in Richmond: Granville Land for sale : MLS®# R2379777
$10,000,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2379777
Approx. 1 acre townhouse site in West of Richmond, in Granville Ave and No. 2 Rd. Nearby amenities include a community centre, McKay Elementary and Archibald Blair Elementary School and JN Burnett Secondary School. An information package can be provided upon request. More detailsListed by RE/MAX City Realty
- Aedis Realty
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6551 DONALD Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2416197
$5,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2416197
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,559 sq. ft.
The Best of all true masterpieces!House is designed by Sean Pearson (RUFproject)famous designer.Stunning custom Luxury Modern house located in well known beautiful Granville area most expensive and luxurious houses road.This contemporary smart custom built home offers many modern features. Situated with 4559 sqft house on 11388 sqft lot.Truly Legendary of top luxury, Centre of Richmond (New Richmond Luxury Heart) Favorable North-facing back garden with fantastic landscaping, Spacious living spaces with 5 en-suited bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms.It offers gourmet kitchen with High-end appliances Gaggenau and Miele,automatic window curtains which can be programmed to smart devices.nice cabinetry Germany Poggen Phol, 3-car garage, A/C, security system, HRV, 2-5-10 Warranty. Richmond Secondary. More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty - Aedis Realty
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7551 COSTAIN Court in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2428642
$5,498,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2428642
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,404 sq. ft.
One of a kind luxury property, professionally design, built by reputable builder. The property is intended for high net worth client, it is designed to fit Feng Shui principle requirement. The builder’s team used the top of line materials, craftsman’s spirits for this master piece .Inside the building, lots of imported high end items are used such as dresser’s in the powder room and carpets in the recreational area are made in Italy, all curtains are electronic which are made in Germany. And of course, all high-end appliances are used in both kitchens. The most astonishing design of this property is the ceiling are as high as 25 feet on the main floor. which is no longer available due to bylaw amendments And it has a functional swimming pool that can be used in all seasons. More detailsListed by Multiple Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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6760 DONALD Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2416728
$4,990,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2416728
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 5,618 sq. ft.
A Customized beautiful home sitting on largest & precious 15,505 sqft N/S direction lot at prime Granville Area, well-designed & built, whole house high-grade hardwood flooring, top-line appliances, 3 zone air-condition, HRV system. Its 5700SF spacious living space include 16" ceiling grand foyer, living room and dining room, nook, main & wok kitchen, solar room & total of 6 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 1 study room, 1 office & 1 medial room plus 4 car garage. Carefully selected materials, impeccable workmanship, will be the house for you on one of the most luxurious streets in Richmond. Unbeatable location: quiet yet so convenient - only minutes drive to Minoru park, pool, arena, library, city hall & Richmond center. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty (Kingsway) Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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5500 LANCING Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2296578
$4,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2296578
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,589 sq. ft.
This MAGNIFICENT quality home is located in most prestigious Granville Richmond! Definitely one of a kind brand new 4589sqft mansion with supreme finishing & quality craftsmanship. Quality is built into every little detail; furnished with custom made doors, luxurious Carrara Marble, Euro windows, smart home security, crystal chandeliers, temperature controlled wine vault, outdoor fire pit, etc. Come see today! More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Riverside Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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5260 LANCING Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2429342
$4,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2429342
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,437 sq. ft.
The Best of all true masterpieces! Stunning custom home built by High Reputation Luxury house builder Villa Development Ltd, Situated with 4487sqft house on 10789 sqft lot well known beautiful Granville Area. Truly Legendary of top luxury, Centre of Richmond (New Richmond Luxury Heart) Favorable south-facing back garden with fantastic landscaping, new golf. Spacious living spaces with 5 en-suited bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. It offers functional media room, gourmet kitchen with High-end appliances Miele, real slab and nice cabinetry, 3-car garage, A/C,security system, HRV, 2-5-10 Warranty. Walking distance to schools, shopping center, community center. - McKay Elementary, Burnett Secondary. A pleasure to Show! More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty - Aedis Realty
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7371 GRANDY Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2425630
$4,388,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2425630
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,069 sq. ft.
Cozy home in Richmond's excellent luxury home on the bright corner lot. including 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths (include 2 master ensuites) with master suite steam sauna and F/P. 2 kitchen with top pf the line appliances. High ceiling porch at back. Media room with wet bar. Also air-con, HRV system, lawn sprinkler system. Walking distant to city center, parks public transit and schools. More detailsListed by Magsen Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
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5800 GRANVILLE Avenue in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2344959
$4,099,999Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2344959
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 2,782 sq. ft.
Potential Townhouse North South Land Assembly involving 5800 ( 5800 is a corner lot and one side width on Led-way Road is 147 Feet ), 5840 and 5860 Granville Avenue totalling 33,892 Square Feet Land with 139 Depth and 239 feet Frontage on Granville Avenue, Richmond. Very Desirable Neighbourhood . Buyer and Buyer's agent to verify the measurements if important. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Westcoast - Aedis Realty
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6331 UDY Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2426726
$3,988,888Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2426726
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,860 sq. ft.
A true masterpiece! Situated on 8,712 Sqft lot with gated front yard & beautifully professionally landscaped garden/yard. Prestigious Granville Area with multi-million homes surrounding, great street appearance. Close to tourists attractions, schools, public transit. This luxurious custom home features 3860 sf of living spaces with 5 bdrms, 6 bath. Best quality materials and dedicated workmanship! It offers everything you need for a luxurious and comfortable living: Interior features include Custom chandeliers, Nest thermostats, marble & quartz counters, AC/HRV, extensive use of Custom millwork throughout, Custom Gourmet kitchen, high-end Meile/Wolfe appliances just to name a few, puts this beauty at the top. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Riverside Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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7535 CHELSEA Place in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2421552
$3,689,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2421552
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,041 sq. ft.
Newly custom built 4041 sqft mansion, situated 8762 sqft CORNER lot in desirable neighborhood Granville. Extensive detailed craftsmanship & quality throughout inside & outside. Tons of natural light into every area. Hardwood & tile flooring throughout the main living areas, elegant tile flooring in kitchen & bathrooms, 100% warm carpeting in bdrms & media room, open kitchen equipped with appliances Miele/large island, media room equipped w/ prestige sound system.VIP dress-room 5 en-suite bdrms w/ balconies upstairs (2 master bdrms!) features PRIVATE LOUNGE in the master bdrm. Built in A/C, HRV, radiant in-flr heating, smart home control system, laundry room w/ high-end W/D, HUGE garage plus open available parking space, fenced backyard etc. Short walking distance to shopping and school. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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