Marpole in South Vancouver
Down by the River and the Airport
Marpole is a mostly residential neighbourhood of 23,832 inhabitants reported in the 2011 Census on the southern edge of the City of Vancouver, British Columbia, northeast of Vancouver International Airport on Sea Island across the Fraser River. Approximate borders are Angus Drive on the west, 57th Avenue on the north, Ontario Street on the east and the river on the south. Immigration has been an important demographic in this neighbourhood. In 2006, 42 percent of Marpole residents were ethnically Chinese, 37 percent spoke Chinese as their native language, and 59 percent were foreign born. Marpole has a lower median household income and a higher share of low- income residents than Vancouver overall. Within Marpole, 32 per cent of renters spend more than a third of their income on housing. Most of the 4,000 units of relatively affordable rental housing date from before 1975.
Some History
Richard Marpole, for whom in 1916 residents of the small town of Eburne Station on the river renamed it in his honor, was General Superintendent of the Canadian Pacific Railway Pacific Division in Vancouver in the early 1900s. The coming of the Canadian Pacific to Vancouver triggered development of sawmills, shingle mills, and gravel companies in the region. By 1929, when it became part of the City of Vancouver, Marpole was a industrial centre. Construction over the river in 1957 of the Oak Street Bridge to Richmond, Delta, Surrey, and the USA border and in 1975 of the Arthur Laing Bridge to the airport has catalyzed many changes and intensified traffic and development.
Economic Development
Most Marpole trade stores and services are toward the southern end of Granville Street. Small corner shops cluster around Oak Street and 67th Avenue and Cambie Street and 57th Avenue. Some big box stores, manufacturers, and distributors are on Marine Drive east of the Arthur Laing Bridge; some heavy industry operates along the bank of the river.
Another large Marpole commercial district will be in the eastern part of the neighbourhood around Marine Drive and Cambie Street. The City of Vancouver has designated this area as the Marine Landing Precinct and approved for construction two residential high-rise towers, an office tower, 11 movie theatres, and a major grocery store.
Information Links:
http://marpoleonline.com/
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/marpole.aspx http://www.marpoleoakridge.org
http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/marpole-community-plan.aspx
New Community Plan for Marpole Future
In April 2014, Vancouver’s City Council unanimously approved a new Marpole community plan following a public hearing with most attending residents in favor. The new plan revamped last year’s proposal, which stalled over complaints that the city pushed for unnecessary and excessive density. City planners had proposed to rezone a large area of single-family residences dwellings for multifamily housing. The new, approved plan leaves 85 percent of present single-family areas unchanged. Most growth will be near major streets and transit stops with new townhomes in some single-family areas. The plan has four main themes: (1) encourage growth but respect neighbourhood character, (2) keep housing affordable, (3) improve transportation, and (4) add and enhance community amenities.
According to plan specifics, by 2041 there would be 835 new market rental units, 6,800 new market homes, upgrades to five parks, three new parks with a 10-acre sanctuary along the river, upgrades to the library and community centre, and 478 new child care spaces. So proceeds life in Marpole as the government attempts to moderate the forces of the market economy.
New Marpole Live MLS Listings
Marpole in South Vancouver
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788 W 68TH Avenue in Vancouver: Marpole 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2730565
788 W 68TH Avenue Vancouver V6P 2T9 
$1,399,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2730565
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,240 sq. ft.
Wonderful family home in desirable Marpole.This well maintained 3 bed/3 bath rear duplex with tile roof and shared double garage is located on a cherry blossom street.The quiet,fenced,landscaped and private backyard is a huge plus. Efficient in-floor heat + gas fireplace make this home a cozy retreat.Main floor has easy to maintain tile and laminate floors while the stairs,upper hall and bedrooms are carpeted for comfort.The well-designed kitchen has lots of natural light,eating area,gas stove,ample counter space and an island for food prep and extra storage. Short walk to SkyTrain,Marine Gate,Churchill Secondary + Wilfred Laurier Elementary.Viewings by appointment on weekends.Call Listing Realtor to reserve a viewing time. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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216 8888 OSLER Street in Vancouver: Marpole Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2714206
216 8888 OSLER Street Vancouver V6P 4G2
$1,388,888Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2714206
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 930 sq. ft.
Luxury Living, this stunning 930 sqft unit showcases 2 South Facing Terraces! The interior has an open concept with 2 Bedroom on opposite sides of the condo for privacy. Master bedroom has a walk-in custom closet. This unit has a Den, 2 Baths, high ceilings and large windows throughout; great natural light. Top of the line Bosch appliance package with a Gas Stove! This concrete building has 1 secured underground parking stall for this unit. Maintenance fees include gas and water. Outdoor green spaces with gardens on 2 floors, dining spaces, and a children's play area. Esay access to SW Marine Drive, walking distance to Marine Gateway Skytrain station, 6 km to Vancouver Airport, 9.5km to the University of British Columbia and located in the best school catchment in Vancouver westside More detailsListed by Parallel 49 Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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202 8030 OAK Street in Vancouver: Marpole Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2738556
202 8030 OAK Street Vancouver V6P 4A8
$1,379,800Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2738556
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 987 sq. ft.
Own a piece of iconic architecture in South Oak. Designed by award-winning Arno Matis, Oku is zero emissions concrete construction offering 132 homes in 3 boutique buildings. The superior window and wall structure is designed for energy efficiency and reduced sound transmission. All-season comfort from best-in-class VRF air-conditioning technology. Each home features luxurious interiors with a sleek gourmet kitchen equipped with quartz countertops and European stainless steel appliances. Building amenities include a fitness studio, co-working space, entertainment lounge for group gatherings. Conveniently located in a well-established Vancouver West neighbourhood with easy access to Churchill Secondary, Sir Wilfred Laurier Elementary, Oakridge Centre, YVR and downtown. www.okuliving.com. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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208 485 W 63RD Street in Vancouver: Marpole Condo for sale in "W63 Mansion" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2705189
208 485 W 63RD Street Vancouver V0V 0V0
$1,329,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2705189
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 983 sq. ft.
W63 Mansion is located in the prestigious Westside of Vancouver on W63rd Avenue; a quiet street lined with trees that come alive with cherry blossoms during the springtime. This boutique collection of residences offer an effortless, walkable lifestyle with nearby parks, shopping, schools, eateries and everything in between. Whether it be by car, foot, bike or transit, commuting from W63 is a breeze. Only a 5-minute walk away from the Marine Gateway community, this boutique collection of homes is perfectly tucked away while still being convenient and accessible. More detailsListed by BakerWest - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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503 989 W 67TH Avenue in Vancouver: Marpole Condo for sale in "Gryphon Nova" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2715517
503 989 W 67TH Avenue Vancouver V6P 4B1
$1,277,400Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2715517
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 834 sq. ft.
Experience elevated living in the heart of an emerging neighborhood. Gryphon NOVA redefines the art of modern living in South Oak. A rare offering in Vancouver West, a 9-storey concrete building with 43 residential homes with 10 strata offices and retails units. A truly connected home with keyless and touchless entry throughout, air and water purification system to protect your health, revolutionary interior design concept creating more usable space in a selection of 1,2,3 beds and Townhome units. State of the art amenities including Premium fitness centre, Nova Theatre, Private dining lounge, outdoor bbq garden and focus rooms for co-working Experience space. More detailsListed by Evermark Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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