Parks and Sports in Riley Park
Introduction to Riley Park
Riley Park is a midtown neighbourhood in Vancouver, British Columbia, bounded in clockwise order from the north by 16th Avenue, Fraser Street, 41st Avenue, and finally Cambie Street on the west with SkyTrain stations at King Edward and 41st Avenues. Main Street, the principal commercial thoroughfare p;arallel to Cambie and Fraser, bisects the neighbourhood into nearly even east and west halves. Probably the most picturesque neighbourhood landscapes, Mountainview Cemetery in the eastern half and Queen Elizabeth Park in the western, are in the city area of highest elevation, Little Mountain, 500 feet above sea level, a former name for the neighbourhood from the days when it was much smaller.
Overpopulation has not been a problem in Riley Park lately. There has been a gradual, hardly perceptible decrease from 21,990 in 2001 to 21,815 in 2006 to 21,795 in 2011, year of the most recent quinquennial census. Nearly 40 percent of residents are immigrants, mostly Chinese and Filipino. Average family annual income is nearly $89,000, and nearly 49 percent of residents have university degrees.
History & Heritage
In the late 19th Century, neighbourhood pioneers cut logging trails around the base of Little Mountain, and quarry workers mined its volcanic rock for use as pavement for the area’s first roads. The plan to transform the quarries into sunken gardens took hold in the 1930s, King George VI dedicated the park in a 1939 visit, and in 1940 Little Mountain formally became Queen Elizabeth Park in honor of the king’s consort.
Over the next 15 years, the Vancouver Park Board converted the land into lushly sculpted sunken gardens. With landscaping complete by the mid-1950s, the park reached its present splendor. Meanwhile, Mountainview Cemetery, owned and maintained by the city since 1886, now has new spaces available for the first time in more than 20 years in lots purchased before 1940 but never claimed.
Olympic Legacy
In Hillcrest Park across Midlothian Avenue from Queen Elizabeth Park, the Hillcrest Centre served as the venue for the 2010 Winter Olympics curling event. Constructed with post-Olympic community recreation in mind, this multifaceted athletic facility operates an aquatic center, a fitness center, a year-round ice-skating rink, a dance studio, game rooms, athletic fields, and sports instructional programs. The Vancouver Park Board and the Riley Park Community Association jointly administer the complex.
Information Links:
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/riley-park.aspx
http://www.hillcrestcentre.com/default.aspx#.U8mC9FZRHnc
http://vancouver.ca/docs/planning/riley-park-south-cambie-community-vision-full-report.pdf
Riley Park Boulder
In the same area as the Queen Elizabeth and Hillcrest parks, in a playground near Ontario Street and 33rd Avenue there is an artificial boulder that has become a neighbourhood landmark since its fabrication in 2002. Climbers who enjoy this alternative to costly indoor climbing gyms expect the boulder to remain there for a long time. “It’s absolutely indestructible and will be here in the next glacier era,” says an acrobatics instructor for CircusWest, a Vancouver performing arts society. Despite the boulder’s popularity, however, the park board probably will not build another because of cost and potential liability. The boulder budget more than doubled during fabrication, and a new one could cost as much as $100,000.
New Riley Park Live MLS Listings
Riley Park, Vancouver, BC, Real Estate
-
234 92 W KING EDWARD Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie Condo for sale in "JUST WEST" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2847842
234 92 W KING EDWARD Avenue Vancouver V5Y 0N6 
$1,598,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2847842
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,140 sq. ft.
Location! Location! Location! Just West located centrally along Cambie Corridor. Only 3 blocks away from Canada Line, you will have EASY ACCESS to Downtown, Richmond and YVR Airport by car or transit. It is minutes away from Queen Elizabeth Park, Riley Park and Hillcrest Community Centre for recreation and relaxation and is home to a number of popular VANCOUVER SCHOOLS. This well-kept spacious unit is 1,140 sqft and features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a den that can be used as a 3rd bedroom. The extensive PRIVATE rooftop deck is perfect for family gatherings and BBQ parties. Enjoy nearby amenities include: Oakridge Centre Shopping, several cafes, restaurants, shops, grocers & conveniences of Main Street. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty and Macdonald Realty Westmar
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
133 W 41ST Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie Townhouse for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2822574
133 W 41ST Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2S2
$1,491,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2822574
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,046 sq. ft.
Oakhaus is inspired by German Bauhaus design, a project with very unique and functional layout.Oakhaus is located in heart of Vancouver, walking distance to future world class Oakridge park, transportation is just a step away. QE park and hillcrest community is nearby, This unit is offer you direct access to parking lot,1740 sqft come with full size laundry room. Six pieces of Miele appliances and hansgrohe plumbing fixtures are the great features for Oakhaus' outstanding German stylish kitchen,free upgrade to alexa smart home system now. Oakhaus offers an exceptional opportunity to move in to future Vancouver second DT.ONE Full sized EV ready parking stall. Don't miss your chance to make this stunning property your new home!ALL SQUAREFOOTAGE IS TAKEN APPROXITALLY FROM ARCHITECT DRAWING. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
381 E 41ST Avenue in Vancouver: Main 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2859985
381 E 41ST Avenue Vancouver V5W 1N9
$1,488,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2859985
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 1,452 sq. ft.
Elegant & modern design intertwine with an open concept bright layout to create a beautiful home. Featuring 3 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms. This home includes glamorous finishing, stainless steel kitchen appliances, radiant floor heating, A/C, & tons of built in storage & spacious closets. Plenty of outdoor space for the whole family to enjoy as well as single car garage with lane access. Tons of street parking, built in security. Located in a friendly Vancouver neighbourhood, close to shops, parks & schools. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
253 477 WEST 28TH Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie Townhouse for sale in "Kinsley" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2870088
253 477 WEST 28TH Avenue Vancouver V0V 0V0
$1,449,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2870088
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 975 sq. ft.
Welcome to Kinsley by Intergulf – tucked into the Cambie Corridor, steps from Queen Elizabeth Park. Enjoy the ease of walk-up access to this 2 bed 2 bath home featuring Engineered hardwood flooring throughout the home, a premium integrated Miele appliance package with a gas cooktop, A/C, triple glazed windows, and 9ft ceilings to allow for ample natural light. Immerse yourself in future of the Cambie Corridor where Oakridge Town Centre will offer an enhanced shopping experience. Completion is estimated for Summer 2025. Reach out to our Sales Team to learn about our early purchaser incentives including a 5% TOTAL DEPOSIT. Our Presentation Gallery located at 3317 Cambie St is open every day, except Friday from 12-5pm. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
406 5693 ELIZABETH Street in Vancouver: Cambie Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2839522
406 5693 ELIZABETH Street Vancouver V5Y 3K1
$1,448,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2839522
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,041 sq. ft.
LIKE BRAND NEW CONDITION!!! GORGEOUS LUXURY Spacious and functional 2 BEDROOM AND 2 BATHROOMS plus DEN quiet unit at The Parker luxury residence in Vancouver's westside most desirable Oakridge neighbourhood!!! Features 180 degree Open City and Park View, Master bedroom with walk in closet and large ensuite!! Convenient location just steps away from Future New Oakridge Shopping Mall, Canada Skytrain station and restaurants. High-end appliance, engineer hardwood flooring and modern interior design. Easy access to downtown, UBC, Queen Elizabeth Park and Richmond. The best value in Oakridge area. You must see this beautiful and quality dream home that you will fall in love with! Easy to show, book your appointment for private showing!! More detailsListed by Sutton Group Seafair Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
