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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202 1296 W 70TH Avenue in Vancouver: Marpole Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2816084
202 1296 W 70TH Avenue Vancouver V6P 2Y5 
$861,800Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2816084
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 676 sq. ft.
**Builder/Developer Alert** This is rarely offered 14-unit strata building, strategically located in the vibrant heart of Marpole. Situated on the corner of 70th and Hudson. Boasting a prime position within the recently implemented Marpole Community Plan, this property holds immense potential for redevelopment (6storey 2.5FSR) and increased density based on the RM-3A zoning (please refer to MCP). Minutes to Highway 91, YVR airport, and Downtown Vancouver. *13/14 units have signed the exclusive listing agreements, total ownership equals approx. 94.1% for sale, complete sale packages available upon request! More detailsListed by Initia Real Estate
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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104 7520 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: Marpole Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2860413
104 7520 COLUMBIA Street Vancouver V5X 4S8
$860,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2860413
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,125 sq. ft.
Spacious 1,125 sf, ground level 2 bedroom, 2 bath cozy home with patio in"The Springs at Langara" Just steps to Winona Park, close to JW Sexsmith Primary School and Churchill Secondary School, Marine Gateway Shopping Mall, Skytrain Station, and Langara Golf Course. This complex is well maintained and features a clubhouse with all the amenities, a gym, an indoor swimming pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Month-to-month tenant occupied. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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401 989 W 67TH Avenue in West Vancouver: Marpole Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2861447
401 989 W 67TH Avenue West Vancouver V6P 4B1
$849,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2861447
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 581 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 units. State of the art amenities including Premium fitness center, Nova Theatre, Private dining lounge, outdoor bbq garden and focus rooms for co-working Experience space. Living room measurement includes dinner room. More detailsListed by Sutton Premier Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1906 8031 NUNAVUT Lane in Vancouver: Marpole Condo for sale in "MC2" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2852952
1906 8031 NUNAVUT Lane Vancouver V5X 0C9
$849,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2852952
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 770 sq. ft.
Discover unparalleled urban living at MC2 developed by award winning Intracorp. This exquisite 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom property seamlessly combines luxury and convenience, boasting quick access to the SkyTrain for effortless commuting. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city and river from the comfort of your home, creating a serene retreat in the heart of the bustling city. Immerse yourself in the modern elegance of air-conditioned interiors, providing a cool oasis during warm summer days. Suite 1906 includes 1 large locker and 1 parking. Please book your private showings today. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty Westmar - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1702 8131 NUNAVUT Lane in Vancouver: Marpole Condo for sale in "MC2" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2860497
1702 8131 NUNAVUT Lane Vancouver V5X 0E2
$849,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2860497
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 784 sq. ft.
Embrace rejuvenating VIEWS 24/7!! North West views to the North Shore Mountains. The neighbourhood is humming with life & MC2 is at the heart of its parks, community centers, sports facilities & transit. This timeless piece of James Cheng architecture built to LEED standard & designed with kitchens that include a Gourmet Blomberg appliance package with solid caesartone countertops, bathrooms featuring a soaker tub, porcelain tile flooring & marble polished countertops. Jaga heating/cooling systems for those hot summer days! Large balcony for outdoor enjoyment & to take in the view of Ash Park & the North Shore Mountains! 1 Parking & 1 Storage locker included. Skytrain station & grocery store is going in across the street, TOP elementary & high school catchment close by! More detailsListed by Century 21 In Town Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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