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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4296 W 8TH Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2733714
4296 W 8TH Avenue Vancouver V6R 1Z9 
$6,930,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2733714
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,900 sq. ft.
Great opportunity for home owners and investors!! Your dream home could be built at the best location on the most desirable West Point Grey area!! Rare 75 wide on almost 8400 sqft Flat/Rectangle/Corner lot is nested on the higher side street facing WPGA & Trimble Park. Walk to top catchments Lord Byng Secondary & Queen Mary Elementary, and No. 1 ranking private schools West Point Grey Academy and OLPH Catholic School; steps to Jericho Beach, Spanish Banks, UBC, Pacific Spirit Park & golf courses. Its a great chance to bring your building plan and design a brand-new landmark! More detailsListed by eXp Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4554 LANGARA Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2740199
4554 LANGARA Avenue Vancouver V6R 1C8
$6,188,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2740199
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,871 sq. ft.
Sweeping ocean, mountain & city views! This custom-built contemporary concrete, steel & glass home with warm walnut millwork is an architectural delight. It offers complete privacy, two- car garage at the front & entertaining extravaganza in the south garden complete w a firepit, built-in hot tub & outdoor kitchen. With views on each level, infrared yoga room, climate controlled wine cellar, 2 guest bedrooms on separate level & private principle suite that occupies the entire top level. Open concept living with gorgeous views creates the ultimate entertaining space with luxe kitchen designed for a master chef that opens to the private courtyard. Top level boasts principle bedroom with stunning views & media screen, 2 patios & divine spa bath w steam shower. Nothing missed in this home; outstanding quality & detail is an experience, let us show you! More detailsListed by Faith Wilson Group - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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4569 W 1ST Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2726552
4569 W 1ST Avenue Vancouver V6R 1H7
$5,650,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2726552
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,719 sq. ft.
Perched above Locarno beach and completely redesigned by Erickson-Award winning architect Sean Pearson, this turnkey "North of 4th" Point Grey masterpiece features 4BR and has been featured on the cover of Western Living, in Dwell Online and Gray Magazine. The impeccable hybrid modern/heritage renovation features a 3 storey glass wall with exposures to the north, framing spectacular views of Burrard Inlet, North Shore and downtown Vancouver. Delicate Arts & Crafts details honour the home's heritage including William Morris wallpaper and an original 115 year-old fireplace mantle by CFA Voysey. The home is nestled in a garden oasis, with a canopy of trees lining the walk for an abundance of privacy. More detailsListed by Dexter Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4655 W 6 TH Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2682768
4655 W 6 TH Avenue Vancouver V6R 1V6
$5,390,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2682768
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,893 sq. ft.
Rarely available 7453 sqft ( 66.25*112.50 ) flat lot on trees-lined street in prestigious Point Grey. The house was tastefully renovated over years. The 3893 sqft with 5 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms. Features include an island kitchen open to large deck in the backyard and large dinning room. It is ideal for entertaining. spacious living room with view of beautiful garden and street. Hardwood floor, bay windows and lots of characters. Lower level with high ceiling has one bedroom, recreation room and one full bathroom. Currently tenanted at $5250 per month. Close to best public and private schools, beach, and shopping on 10 th Ave. long-term holding or build your dream home. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4247 W 15TH Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2714329
4247 W 15TH Avenue Vancouver V6R 3A7
$5,380,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2714329
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,530 sq. ft.
One of a kind! Truly exceptional craftman finish throughout. located in the prestigious, most desirable Point Grey Neighbourhood. This 7 bedroom 5 bathroom custom build prestige south facing home equipped with high end top notch design and building materials, such as triple pane windows, automated blinds, eight zone build-in speaker, Crestron home automation, Water vapor fireplace, imported Italian counter top and cabinet. Open layout design, huge gourmet kitchen with top of the line Gaggenau appliances. Short distance to top private and public school, UBC, golf course, beach and shopping center etc. Book your private showing today. More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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