Olympic Village at False Creek
General Description
The Millennium Development Group built Vancouver Olympic Village for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The site, long ago an industrial area, later mostly a parking lot, is on the shoreline of the southeast corner of False Creek north of 2nd Avenue in the two blocks between Quebec and Manitoba streets immediately south of Science World. Its waterfront is part of the False Creek Seawall promenade and bicycle trail to Granville Island, to Aquabus and False Creek Ferry wharves, and to the Main Street and Olympic Village SkyTrain stations.
Construction
Construction at the site began in February 2006 and ended in November 2009, when the Vancouver Organizing Committee took it over for the Winter Games and returned it in April 2010 to the City of Vancouver for eventual conversion to residential housing use with a community centre and daycare, retail, and service spaces.
Part of Olympic Village was Canada’s first residential multi-unit Net Zero Building that generates as much energy as it uses. The designers cut conventional energy consumption to a small fraction by use of solar access and shading, natural cross-ventilation, triple-glazed windows, and excellent insulation. Energy meters in each suite encourage further cuts by showing how much energy is in use, and a heat recovery system transfers waste heat from an adjoining building. Two rooftop solar installations supply the rest of the building’s energy.
Funding crisis
After a series of cost overruns, the Mayor of Vancouver requested from the British Columbia provincial government authority for the city to borrow additional funds to complete construction. In January 2009, an emergency session of the BC Legislature granted the City of Vancouver unlimited access to such additional funds for Olympic Village. The authorization was unusual in that the original charter for the Olympics prohibited such additional borrowing without a public referendum. Thus did the city require extraordinary legislation to allow it to borrow to meet its financial commitments. In April 2014, the Toronto Globe and Mail reported that the City of Vancouver finally had retired the debt it assumed when it took over the Olympic Village project from the bankrupt Millennium Development Group.
Information Links:
http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/olympic-village.aspx
http://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/creekside-community-recreation-centre.aspx
http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/olympic-village.aspx
Post-Olympics Progress
Of the legacies of the 2010 Winter Games, Olympic Village was the most uncertain; however, it has achieved a transformation since pre-Olympic times as a result of long-term vision, smart design, and careful planning. Olympic Village is now a most enviable residential district. Olympic Village condo units are among the most attractive in the city. At the foot of False Creek, this prime location has been fundamentally instrumental to the project’s ultimate success. Olympic Village has superlative views of Downtown and its North Shore Mountain backdrop and everything residents need in shops, cafés, restaurants, parks, and daycare within a few blocks.
Affordable housing
The 2010 Olympic buildings are now residential housing for families. By 2020, if official plans prevail, Olympic Village will have 5,000 affordable residential housing units. Olympic Village is a mixed-use community of about 1,100 residential units, 252 of which are affordable housing and another 100 modest market. Modest market housing is for residents unable to pay market rents. The Olympic Village cooperative, Athletes Village, is an 84-unit building of market and modest market housing.
New Olympic Village Live MLS Listings
Olympic Village, Vancouver BC, False Creek
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807 1688 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "Navio at the Creek" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2849046
807 1688 PULLMAN PORTER Street Vancouver V6A 0H3 
$2,378,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2849046
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,358 sq. ft.
World class living in Olympic Village! The suite is a RARE offering, situated perfectly as a corner unit to maximize views from all areas. Immaculately maintained by the original owner, step past the formal foyer you will be in awe at the stunning views this home offers. The living space is grand and open concept, fitting all your large furniture. Entertain guests or enjoy a cocktail at sunset on the massive patio all with the backdrop of False Creek, Downtown and North Shore Mountains. The kitchen has plenty of space with the focal point as the large island with waterfall counters. Enjoy California Closets in all bedrooms and house-like laundry room, A/C throughout the home. The suite also overlooks the future site of the 6 acre East Park, which will be enjoyed for generations. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Sussex
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1602 108 E 1ST Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "Meccanica" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2870462
1602 108 E 1ST Avenue Vancouver V5T 0E4
$2,268,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2870462
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,545 sq. ft.
S.W. top floor corner PH w/ Main level balcony + 1100s.f. Priv. roof deck w/ outdoor Kit & H.Tub. Bright & spacious 2 Br, den/office + storage has 9-10' ceilings, A/C, engineered hardwood floors & modern, functional plan. Gorgeous open kit, w/ quartz counters, gloss cabinets, gas cooktop, & AEG wall oven fit for a chef. Huge Mbr w/ WiC & beautiful enste. w/ dbl vanity & sep. shower/soaker tub. 2nd Br also w/ enste bath & access to sunny, spacious west balcony. Sunlit Lr-Dr are in line w/ lots of windows & access to the same west balcony. Office/ den has a convertible desk/bookshelf/bed for occasional guests. Spectacular roof deck, 2 pkg, 2 St. lockers, gym & amenity rm w/ kit. for special occasions. 5 star loc. near seawall, shops, restaurants, Main St, Cambie & transit to UBC, Dntwn & YVR More detailsListed by RE/MAX - Stuart Bonner - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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704 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "NAVIO" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2850518
704 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street Vancouver V6A 0H4
$2,249,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2850518
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,142 sq. ft.
Experience stunning panoramic views of Dwntwn Van,Science World,False Creek, & the North Shore Mts fr. this exceptional residence @ Navio North by the Creek! 1,142 square feet of luxurious living space, this home features an open concept layout adorned w/ floor-to-ceiling windows, high ceilings, & over 200 sq. ft. of outdoor living space.A modern gourmet kitchen boasts Bosch appliances, complimented by sleek tiled bathrooms & NU Heat flooring in the master bath. Enjoy year-round comfort w/an in-suite controlled A/C heating & vent system. Residents will relish exclusive access to a private residential lounge on the top floor & fully equipped gym. Perfectly situated in a central location,w/restaurants,cafes, markets,& a rec cntr just steps away from your door, this is Vancouver urban living! More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2102 1618 QUEBEC Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "Central by Onni" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2858854
2102 1618 QUEBEC Street Vancouver V6A 0C5
$2,180,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2858854
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,501 sq. ft.
One of the premier SUB-PENTHOUSE units in the Olympic Village! This rare 3 bed + 3 bath + office/flex home is one of the largest in the building & spans over a bright, open & efficient 1501sf of living space + over 550sf of outdoor living on your expansive wrap-around deck! Situated w/ a full south/west/north exposure allowing for stunning day & night views of the N Shore Mtns, Science World, False Creek, Downtown & the city below. Appointed with A/C, high-end integrated S/S JennAir appliances w/ 5 burner gas range + large principal rooms & bedrooms. Amenities incl gym, party rm, rooftop lounge, theatre rm & 24hr concierge! Just steps to restaurants, cafes, shopping, Seawall, Skytrain & all other conveniences. 2 side-by-side parking & 1 storage locker. More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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302 1633 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2873615
302 1633 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5Y 0C2
$2,000,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2873615
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,452 sq. ft.
Spacious 1,452 sqft home in the heart of Olympic Village, featuring 2 bedrooms plus den, 2 full baths, with over-height ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows throughout. The open-concept gourmet kitchen boasts integrated Miele & Sub Zero appliances and elegant German Eggersmann cabinetry. Enjoy comfort year-round with heat & AC via a Geothermal, radiant system. This exceptional concrete building is LEED Platinum certified and includes concierge service. Residents benefit from five-star amenities including concierge and access to two fitness centres. Experience the quintessential Vancouver lifestyle living in this vibrant neighbourhood. A must-see property in one of the city's most desirable locations. 1 parking spot, and 1 storage locker included. Showings by appointment only. More detailsListed by Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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