British Columbia University Endowment Lands
General Description
The unincorporated University Endowment Lands (Lands) surround the University of British Columbia between the City of Vancouver, Canada and the Strait of Georgia between the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. The mostly forested Pacific Spirit Regional Park composes about half of the 5.46 square miles of the Lands. On Point Grey at the end of the peninsula, high cliffs drop steeply to beaches 200 feet below.
Administration
The Province of British Columbia administers the Lands directly. In a 1995 referendum, residents voted against establishment of a municipal governing body. Administration of the University of British Columbia and its housing land is under a duality of the university and the University Neighbourhoods Association with the association performing most municipal services. The Lands have no mayor or municipal government. The University of British Columbia, the Greater Vancouver Regional District, and the Province of British Columbia administer areas of the Lands. Law enforcement is under the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The City of Vancouver provides fire and rescue services under contract.
Climate
The Lands are close to seaside cliffs on the Strait of Georgia, and strong winds are frequent. Snowfalls are infrequent but more common than in the city farther inland because of the higher altitude of the Lands and their lack of urban development to generate heat. On a peninsula surrounded on three sides by water the Lands have more humidity than does Metro Vancouver as a whole. Fog is sometimes daily during winter months.
History
The University Site Act in 1911 set aside 175 acres in Point Grey for the university. The British Columbia University Loan Act in 1920 allowed an auction sale of 3,000 acres of Crown land on Point Grey for residential development. Auction proceeds went into a university endowment account. During the Great Depression of the 1930s, financially unable to develop the land, the university returned it to the government.
There have been many attempts to develop this area opposed by resident environmental activists. In 1988, the provincial government created Pacific Spirit Park, which functions as a greenbelt between the developed areas of the Lands and the City of Vancouver. Further development of the Lands will be difficult as it would require consultation with university students, staff, and faculty, environmental organizations, business organizations, residents, and the general public.
Information Links:
http://www.universityendowmentlands.gov.bc.ca
Population
Other than students living in university residences, the Lands’ residential population is small and mostly high-income professionals who can afford the very high realty prices. The 2001 census reported an official permanent population of 7,816 and around 40,000 undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, and staff.
Transportation
Only five roads lead from Vancouver into the Lands; however, the area is readily accessible by public transit. The UBC Loop is the western terminus of many TransLink bus routes
Economy
Most economic activity occurs around University Village and University Marketplace, which are next to each other just off the campus near University Boulevard and Allison Road, where there are several restaurants, some shops, medical clinics, and some services. Most university businesses operate in the Student Union Building.
New UBC Endowment Lands Live MLS Listings
UBC Endowment Lands, Vancouver
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4838 BELMONT Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2720295
4838 BELMONT Avenue Vancouver V6T 1A9 
$59,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2720295
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 12,410 sq. ft.
This brand new mansion in the prestigious Pt. Grey area is absolutely magnificent & contemporary. Quality craftsmanship, luxurious materials & impressive details of finishing. Over 12,400 sqft of elegant living offers Italian marble flr on main. A Grand Foyer w/ elevator & a stunning staircase. Massive Chef Kitchen w/ marble countertop, a wok kitchen & eating area. Open plan L/R, D/R & family room w/ access to a 1,404 sqft patio. 5 bdrms include a spacious Mbdrm with Italian-made walk-in closet system, marble ensuite + an extra large den. Wet bar with wine room, plush media room & a gym. A huge rooftop deck w/ fireplace to enjoy the panoramic views. A lush compound landscape, 2 garages (front & rear), A/C & more. Close to beaches, golf course & UBC Campus. Truly a lifetime dream home! More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4788 BELMONT Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2716382
4788 BELMONT Avenue Vancouver V6T 1A9
$33,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2716382
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 11
- Floor Area:
- 10,548 sq. ft.
Perched high above the most prestigious street, this luxurious gated mansion commands sweeping views of both the water & mountains. The grand foyer with a double circular staircase, lavish use of Italian marble & custom millwork. Over 10,500 sq ft of grandeur living featuring 7 bdrms & 11 baths. LR & DR areas have outdoor terraces wiith stunning water views. This bespoke home has every luxurious amenity one can dream of:Resort-style indoor swimming pool & spa, gourmet kitchen, ent. room, PH zen room, karaoke room, theatre room, etc. The interior offers an unparalleled blend of classic European architecture & modern elegance. Exquisite design & material & quality craftmanship is apparent throughout this home. Close proximity to Spanish Banks, Jericho Beach, UBC, & the best school catchments More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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4883 BELMONT Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2701354
4883 BELMONT Avenue Vancouver V6T 1A8
$26,000,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2701354
OCEAN, WATER, MOUNTAIN, CITY VIEW VIEW VIEW!!! FANTASTIC PRICELESS VIEW EVER IN THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS VANCOUVER WESTSIDE POINT GREY BELMONT AVE BEST LOCATION WITH RICH & FAMOUS NEIGHBORHOOD! This is one of kind similar Water front lot which extends to NW Marine Drive and beach, Ocean, bordering the University Endowment Lands for privacy and like in the park! Total size 125,322 SQUARE FEET (2.88 acres) Steps to Spanish Banks, Jericho Beach, UBC, and CLOSE TO ROYAL YACHT CLUB, West POINT GREY ACADEMY, LORD BYNG SECONDARY, EASY ACCESS TO DOWNTOWN AND ALL AMENITIES. More detailsListed by LDG Realty - Aedis Realty
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4763 W 2ND Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2683659
4763 W 2ND Avenue Vancouver V6T 1C1
$22,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2683659
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 11,193 sq. ft.
McEnroe, "You can't be serious!?" Yes, this is Serious! This is it! Your Very Own Tennis Court! Modern World Class Estate in Pt Grey- 11,000+ ft living, 32,000+ ft lot. Open “en plein air” Space- kit, din & liv opens to Infinity Pool & Tennis Court! Entertain- 2900 ft of decks & balconies. Unique Glass Atrium brings in lots of natural light. Floating staircase w. metal wall banister! 6 bdrms, 10 baths. Concrete floors & walls juxtapose walnut millwork & plank flrs with 24’ high ceil. Gaggenau, Sub-0, Wolf, Hansgrohe & Duravit luxury baths, Carrara marble, wine cellar, steam bath, AV & 48’ X 22’ skateboard park rms, gym, coach hse w. gar, A/C, rad ht, hot tub, Crestron & smart home, green rf, 3 f/p, 3 skylites, 8 yrs old, bal 2-5-10 warr. Evoke & CE Miles. See film in link! This is Serious! More detailsListed by Regent Park Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
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1784 DRUMMOND Drive in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2660952
1784 DRUMMOND Drive Vancouver V6T 1B6
$21,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2660952
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
Prime Point Grey location! One of the biggest lots in Point Grey, over 75,000 s.f of land. Very quiet and private settings perfect for your dream home with amazing views of the water and the north shore mountains. Building permit & development permit approved and obtained by the city to build a contemporary, concrete and glass home, designed by the award winning architects Mcleod Bovell Modern Houses. Located just steps to the beach, close to UBC, and all of Point Grey amenities. School catchment: Queen Mary Elementary & Lord Byng Secondary. Call us for more details and information package. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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1416 WESBROOK Crescent in Vancouver: University VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2715427
1416 WESBROOK Crescent Vancouver V6T 1V7
$19,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2715427
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 7,876 sq. ft.
Custom built house in prestigious UBC area give you view of water, mountain & city. 7876 SF living area on 30545 SF of beautifully landscaped with outdoor pool. It offers elegant LR & DR, spacious family room & a nice wok kitchen on main. Upper level, 3 nice sized bedrooms plus a huge living room (can be 4th bedroom). Basement: spacious recreation & media room, wine cellar. A must see! More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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4889 BELMONT Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2701350
4889 BELMONT Avenue Vancouver V6T 1A8
$19,000,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2701350
OCEAN, WATER, MOUNTAIN, CITY VIEW VIEW VIEW!!! Fantastic priceless view ever in the most prestigious Vancouver Westside POINT GREY- BELMONT AVE BEST LOCATION with Rich & famous neighborhood! This is one of kind similar Water front lot which extending to NW Marine Drive and beach. Ocean, bordering with University Endowment Lands for privacy and like in the park! Total lot size 37,910 SQUARE FEET (1.56 acres) Steps to SPANISH BANKS, JERICHO BEACH,UBC and CLOSE to Royal Yacht Club, West Point Grey Academy, Lord Byng Secondary, easy access to downtown and all amenities. More detailsListed by LDG Realty - Aedis Realty
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5550 NW MARINE Drive in Vancouver: University VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2649376
5550 NW MARINE Drive Vancouver V6T 1A2
$18,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2649376
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 6,740 sq. ft.
This stunning English Tudor style estate is located in the most prestigious UBC neighbourhood. This world class residence sits on nearly 1 acre of beautifully manicured gardens & boasts spectacular ocean & mountain views from all levels. Offers grand luxurious living with over 6,700 SF across 3 expansive levels. Enter through the foyer to find the exquisite great room with fireplace, library/study and formal dining room. This elegant Tudor estate offers complete privacy while just minutes from Jericho Tennis Club, Royal Van Yacht Club & surrounded by some of the most expensive real estates in Vancouver. More detailsListed by Angell, Hasman & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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4619 W 3RD Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2646308
4619 W 3RD Avenue Vancouver V6R 1N5
$18,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2646308
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 6,685 sq. ft.
A Very Rare Opportunity in Vancouver's most exclusive seaside location. This unique and contemporary new house is built of steel & concrete by renowned architech w/ breathtaking unobstructed ocean & mountain views. 11,136 sqft (66.08*168.53) lot, 6685 sqft living area with total 4 bdrm 6 bath. Spectacular high ceiling grand foyer, open concept layout, granite counters, s/s appliances, HRV & air conditioning. 3rd floor has large rood deck w/ mountain, city & water views. Grand floor includes 2 bdrms & wet bar, lower floor offers GYM & Gold Exercise room. Outdoor swimming pool, professional garden. Well designed coach house is good for guests. Queen Mary & Lord Byng catchment. 2-5-10 year warranty! Truly high quality. Pleasure to show! More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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4474 W 3RD Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey Land for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2701249
4474 W 3RD Avenue Vancouver V6R 1N1
$16,900,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2701249
Panoramic unobstructed view in complete privacy from this prestigious Point Grey property. View sweeps from Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver all the way to eastern horizon, encompassing the city. Enjoy sunrise and sunsets, City lights by night, shops at anchor and sailboats by day, all embrace by the mountains. More detailsListed by Amex Broadway West Realty - Aedis Realty
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