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
- 604-688-8669
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6980 DONALD Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2353495
$5,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2353495
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,669 sq. ft.
The Best of all true masterpieces! Stunning custom home built by High Reputation Luxury House builder Villa Development Ltd, Situated with 4669 sqft house on 11504 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 and basketball hoop. 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. -Richmond Secondary (IB program). A pleasure to Show! More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty - 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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6331 UDY Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2386539
$4,388,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2386539
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,860 sq. ft.
A true masterpiece! Situated on 8,712 Sq ft lot with gated front yard and 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 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. 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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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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5800 LINSCOTT Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2331560
$3,990,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2331560
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,554 sq. ft.
Magnificent and luxury mansion located at a large corner on a quiet street! First class quality and workmanship. Just completed in 2017. Formal living/ dining rooms with 20' high ceiling. 4 bedrooms ensuite upstairs, one guest room on main level, amazing plan with plentiful entertainment, wet bar, luxury media room, wine room, smart online control system, security system, audio system, etc. Best appliances, air-conditioning, and radiant heat. This property offers you so much to enjoy your life. One of the best in Richmond! Open house Aug.17, Saturday 2-4 pm. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty and Maxcel Westcoast Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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6240 CAMSELL Crescent in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2387804
$3,990,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2387804
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,856 sq. ft.
Brand new home - by Mosaic. Georgian-style, 2 bedrooms + 1.5 bathrooms, open concept floor plan. 10 feet high ceiling, a large kitchen with quartz countertops, and contemporary cabinetry. 806 sq.ft. of beautiful living space. Bright South East facing corner unit. Just steps away from Guildford Town Centre, transit, schools and close to Highway 1, making this the perfect location. One parking and one locker are included. No GST for a brand new home. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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7535 CHELSEA Place in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2396639
$3,988,888Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2396639
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,041 sq. ft.
Newly custom built 4041 sqft mansion, situated 8762 sq ft 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 schl. More detailsListed by Maxcel Westcoast Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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6820 DONALD Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2343109
$3,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2343109
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 5,006 sq. ft.
This magnificent house is located in Richmond's most prestige and desirable multi-million dollar house area. Built by Deluxe Custom Homes Ltd. 11,500 sqft big lot and 5,000 sqft living space. This quality built home offers 6 bedrooms 5 with ensuite bathroom, one media room and one recreation room. Grant foyer with marble flooring and a chandelier glorifies the room. Gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances, granite counter tops, fine maple cabinets. Built-in box seat eating area, enjoying the south facing green yard. Crown moldings, sauna and steam room. Upstairs features two master bedrooms. Minutes walk to Richmond central community center including library, arena and future Richmond Swimming Center. Richmond Secondary catchment! Must see! More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty Westmar - Aedis Realty
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5740 LANCING Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2359968
$3,890,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2359968
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,169 sq. ft.
Quality,Beauty,Style & Deluxe.This custom built mansion sits on an excellent of 9720sf lot. Offers 4169sf deluxe space, 5 bdrms & 5.5 baths. Grand entrance has high ceiling creates rich feeling of brightness & comfort. Impressive finishing with lots of details in tasteful design. Contemporary character enhance modern living style. Features designer's marble lighting foyer wall,Unique entrance tiles,Dream kitchen with high-end Miele appliances,Enjoyable entertaining room with wet bar and access to back yard, Royal class master bdrm with luxury bathroom, huge walk-in dressing room and balcony, Beautiful south backyard has mini gulf & outdoor fireplace. All you can name will be found in this dream home. Great location. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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