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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4788 BELMONT Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2389093
4788 BELMONT Avenue Vancouver V6T 1A9 
$32,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2389093
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 12,000 sq. ft.
Belmont Mansion, World Class Residence nestled in between Vancouver’s finest beaches and natural forests, point grey. Long crescent driveway,Grand Foyer 21ft ceiling, rounded skylight, butterfly stair case, Italian Marble floors.Bifold doors lead directly to two large private patio for in/outdoor living. Five Star pool with timeless mosaic pieces, marbles, and artworks, jacuzzi/steam, beach-inspired living room with whiskey bar,salt water aquarium.Theatre and Music room equipped with state of art sound system, Office seamlessly floats on top of the pool with large curving windows. Master with spa like sitting area, 3 other suites on 2nd, PENTHOUSE SUITE with wrap around balcony boasting Panoramic Ocean, Downtown and Mountains views. Timeless Masterpiece! More detailsListed by YVR International Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1611 DRUMMOND Drive in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2419090
1611 DRUMMOND Drive Vancouver V6T 1B7
$21,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2419090
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 6,394 sq. ft.
Rare opportunity to own this stunning estate-sized property over 1.3 acres with beautiful ocean and mountain views on prestigious Drummond Drive in prime Point Grey area! This well maintained home features spacious formal living room and dining room plus a large den on the main floor, 2 extra large master bedrooms and 3 generous sized bedrooms upstairs, a recreation room and wet bar in basement. Bring your creative ideas for renovations or build your dream mansion over 20,000 sf.. Private secured gated entry leading to front entrance with circular driveway overlooking the water and park-like gardens with fruit trees. School catchment: Queen Mary Elementary School and Lord Byrng Secondary School. Minutes to private schools, UBC, shopping, beaches, parks and golf courses. Don't miss this unique and one-of-a-kind view property!! More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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4811 FANNIN Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2387774
4811 FANNIN Avenue Vancouver V6T 1B1
$19,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2387774
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 7,218 sq. ft.
Rarely available large breath taking water view in Point Grey, Vancouver West. 0.84 Acre. Build your own dream home. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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1538 WESTERN Crescent in Vancouver: University VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2403782
1538 WESTERN Crescent Vancouver V6T 1V1
$18,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2403782
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 10,238 sq. ft.
Amazing mansion completely rebuilt in year 2000 with "water & mountain view" in the UBC area. This high quality custom built home has a grand foyer, open floor plan, entertainment size living and dining areas, gourmet kitchen, library & den. Upstairs features a roof deck, 3 bedrooms with en-suite and a large master bedroom, additional 400' attic was not included in the square footage. Basement features a covered swimming pool, theatre room & nanny's suite. Too many to list, and don't miss it. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1716 DRUMMOND Drive in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2404711
1716 DRUMMOND Drive Vancouver V6T 1B6
$15,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2404711
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 8,604 sq. ft.
Private, hedged, estate w 200 ft. frontage, built in 1926, renovated. Gated entrance, circular drive, meticulous 8,604 +/- sq. ft. residence. Five generously-sized bedrooms, five baths, multi-car garage on .953 acres. Double-height foyer, formal living areas, fireplaces, kitchen w/custom millwork. Two full staircases. Flagstone terraces, entertainment areas, heated pool, spa. gardens, expansive, lawns, specimen trees/plantings. Nature walking path to sunken tennis court. Mountain, ocean, city views from second floor. Third floor office. Basement staff quarters. Classic exterior w interior modern amenities. Situated in prestigious Point Grey. Short distance to beaches, West 10th Avenue shops, restaurants, West Point Grey Academy, UBC, Pacific Spirit Park. Please inquire for a tour. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4818 FANNIN Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2436752
4818 FANNIN Avenue Vancouver V6T 1B2
$14,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2436752
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 5,238 sq. ft.
The only property in Point Grey with 330 Ft of View Frontage. House is in very livable condition, move in now or Build up to 22,200 Sqr Ft (0.6 FSR) dream home without all the restrictions from Shaughnessey/UBC. Close to West Point Grey Academy, UBC, LORD BYNG, QUEEN MARY ELEMENTARY, ST. GEORGE'S, CROFTON and YORK HOUSE. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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1416 ACADIA Road in Vancouver: University VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2400017
1416 ACADIA Road Vancouver V6T 1P6
$13,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2400017
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 7,070 sq. ft.
Elegant, Private Residence This Grand, French country-styled home in University area is a trophy home. Over 20,000 sqft huge lot. The principal rooms on main floor are spacious & bright. Upstairs has 4 bedrooms including an updated master bedroom, bathroom & huge walk in closet. Meticulous gardens, park-like setting, a large courtyard with views of Pacific Spirit Park and the Acadia River. A one bedroom suite and wine cellar in lower floor. Nanny quarter with separate entry & private studio off main house. Minute drive to University campus, golf course & beaches. Truly fabulous! More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Manyee Lui - Aedis Realty
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1512 WESTERN Crescent in Vancouver: University VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2423947
1512 WESTERN Crescent Vancouver V6T 1V1
$13,930,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2423947
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,735 sq. ft.
BEST VIEW LOT IN PRESTIGIOUS UBC University Endowment Lands area. You can see unobstructed 180 degree view of water & North shore mountain even on ground level of property. High side of the street with existing U shape drive way. Top school catchment. University Hill Elementary & High School. Can build a world-class deluxe dream home on this rarely available lot. Easy to show. MUST SEE. Do Not miss out! More detailsListed by Multiple Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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1720 SASAMAT Street in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2425517
1720 SASAMAT Street Vancouver V6R 4J2
$12,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2425517
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,048 sq. ft.
TRULY A MASTER PIECE DEFINITELY ONE OF KIND. ENJOY THE UNOBSTRUCTED BREATHTAKING VIEW WATER, MOUNTAINS. AN EXCEPTIONAL UNIQUE CONTEMPORARY NEW HOME. IN MOST PRESTIGIOUS POINT GREY LOCATION. STEPS away to SPANISH BANKS & JERICHO BEACH. This beautiful home simply offers Almost 4,100 sq. ft. PLUS amazing 172 sq. ft. roof deck. QUALITY is built into every detail. Over-height ceiling, hardwood floor throughout, open spacious Living, Dinner & gourmet kitchen with high-end kitchen cabinetry & appliances. 5 bedrooms & den, 6 baths, Media room. Step out to the PARK-LIKE GARDEN PATIO offers unbelievable entertainment & wet bar, radiant floor heating system, A/C, HRV. PRIVATE ELEVATOR, ADVANCED SMART HOME SYSTEM. SECURED private back yard w/SOUTHERN EXPOSURE. CLOSE TO WEST POINT GREY ACADEMY, LORD BYNG HIGH SCHOOL & QUEEN MARY ELEM, ST. GEORGE’S, CROFTON PRIVATE SCHOOL & UBC. DON’T MISS! MUST SEE! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Properties - Aedis Realty
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4588 NW MARINE Drive in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2415840
4588 NW MARINE Drive Vancouver V6R 1B8
$11,998,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2415840
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,979 sq. ft.
Incredible BREATHTAKING VIEW OF NORTH SHORE, OCEAN, CITY & MOUNTAINS!! This nearly 5200 sqft luxurious Chateau, close to beach and perfectly designed by award-winning architect Loy Leyland. When you enter this home, you can see a mix of Chinese and Modern style. Excellent attention to every detail with the finest craftsmanship & finishings. Almost all rooms have views! Chef's kitchen is equipped with Sub-Zero appliances. 4 bdrms upstairs. Basement features 2 bdrms, recreation, media & sauna. ALSO can enjoy outdoor entertaining and views at the same time from the rooftop deck. This warm contemporary home with views you are looking for! More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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