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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802 1633 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Kayak" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2816083
802 1633 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5Y 0C2 
$3,228,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2816083
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,451 sq. ft.
First time offered to market, this stunning 1,451SF (2 bedroom+den & 2Bath) home in the heart of Olympic Village boasts panoramic unobstructed views of the water, city & mountains. Residing in one of the most desirable & convenient locations the city has to offer. With over-height ceilings & floor-to-ceiling windows, this home is exceptionally bright & spacious. An expansive living/dining area seamlessly integrates with an open-concept gourmet kitchen featuring integrated Miele & Sub Zero appliances and elegant German Eggersmann cabinetry. The custom Italian closet in the primary bedroom adds to the allure. Enjoy all the Olympic Village area amenities including the Gold Medal Club, restaurants, cafes and more. Exceptional concrete building w/ concierge and includes 2 parking and 2 lockers. More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1801 1788 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "EPIC AT WEST" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2798855
1801 1788 COLUMBIA Street Vancouver V5Y 0L7
$2,980,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2798855
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,979 sq. ft.
PENTHOUSE living in the heart of False Creeks Olympic Village! A luxury NW CORNER featuring 3br 3 bths,1969 sq ft of open concept living with VIEWS from EVERY ROOM, 8'8 ceilings, AIR CONDITIONING, integrated Subzero fridge, Wolf gas range with oven, Blomberg D/W, 9' kitchen island, Quartz counters throughout, wide plank laminate floors, remote blinds in LR, wine cellar room (thermostat controlled), dual vanity in mstr ensuite, walk-in closets, pantry, den, 2 balconies & in-suite W/D! This location is walkable so most errands can be accomplished on foot incl. Village retail shops, Hinge Park, off leash dog park, seawall, sea bus, Urban Fare, Creekside Community Centre, Skytrain, minutes to downtown and much more! 2 Parking 4 Lockers! Pets/Rentals allowed. More detailsListed by RE/MAX City Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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301 160 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Olympic Village" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2810782
301 160 ATHLETES Way Vancouver V5Y 0B5
$2,800,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2810782
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,645 sq. ft.
In the heart of false creek, this stunning 3 bedroom + den cozy home offers gorgeous seasonal water + mountain view and total privacy. On a quite treed line street, the building only has two units on each floor; rarely found wide open designed living room enjoys sunlight from the south, and the breeze from the north; unique floor plan comes with large balcony on both sides of the unit; Big floor to ceiling windows offers lots of natural light; High end designer kitchen, Subzero, Mile appliances; state of art heating and cooling system; 2 parking,1 locker; Amazing amenities includes gym, lounge, and more. Access to Gold Medal Club; Convenient location; Steps away from London Drugs, Urban Fare, restaurants, seawall, walking to skytrain station, community centre. Open: 2-4pm, Sat. Sept. 23 More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty Westmar - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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404 1616 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "BRIDGE - THE VILLAGE IN FALSE CREEK" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2785177
404 1616 COLUMBIA Street Vancouver V5Y 0B7
$2,588,888Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2785177
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,429 sq. ft.
A spectacular residence at the Bridge in The Village on False Creek. This westerly exposure, pet friendly 3 bed, 2 bath offers 1,429 sf of spacious living plus 330 sf of outdoor space. Floor to ceiling windows flood the home with natural light and lovely views of the water and city! A bright corner office that you will enjoy working from every day! Many features include a sensational Kitchen with Sub Zero - Miele appliances & large serving island, plus on site Concierge & Exclusive access to the Gold Medal Club with private gym & indoor swimming pool. Experience this most vibrant waterfront community surrounded by walking and biking paths, parks, fine dining and great shopping. Includes 1 storage locker & 2 parking stalls. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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903 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "NAVIO at the Creek" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2800577
903 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street Vancouver V6A 0H4
$2,499,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2800577
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,384 sq. ft.
NAVIO at the Creek. Functional and Bright 2 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom Comer home by CONCERT Properties with a Spacious West facing floor-plan to enjoy Sunsets, Water/Mountain/City Views. Features include; Bosch appliances with Ceramic cook-top, Wall oven and separate Convection/Microwave oven, Quartz Countertops, Custom Cabinetry and large Pantry with plenty of storage, NuHeat In-floor heating (ensuite), Hardwood flooring and AIR-CONDITIONING. Amenities include; Concierge, Gym and rooftop garden. Location places you within walking distance to Olympic Village, Shopping, Restaurants, Seawall and Transit. Home comes with 2 Parking (side by side). More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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