British Columbia University Endowment Lands
General Description
The unincorporated University Endowment Lands (Lands) surround the University of British Columbia between the City of Vancouver, Canada and the Strait of Georgia between the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. The mostly forested Pacific Spirit Regional Park composes about half of the 5.46 square miles of the Lands. On Point Grey at the end of the peninsula, high cliffs drop steeply to beaches 200 feet below.
Administration
The Province of British Columbia administers the Lands directly. In a 1995 referendum, residents voted against establishment of a municipal governing body. Administration of the University of British Columbia and its housing land is under a duality of the university and the University Neighbourhoods Association with the association performing most municipal services. The Lands have no mayor or municipal government. The University of British Columbia, the Greater Vancouver Regional District, and the Province of British Columbia administer areas of the Lands. Law enforcement is under the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The City of Vancouver provides fire and rescue services under contract.
Climate
The Lands are close to seaside cliffs on the Strait of Georgia, and strong winds are frequent. Snowfalls are infrequent but more common than in the city farther inland because of the higher altitude of the Lands and their lack of urban development to generate heat. On a peninsula surrounded on three sides by water the Lands have more humidity than does Metro Vancouver as a whole. Fog is sometimes daily during winter months.
History
The University Site Act in 1911 set aside 175 acres in Point Grey for the university. The British Columbia University Loan Act in 1920 allowed an auction sale of 3,000 acres of Crown land on Point Grey for residential development. Auction proceeds went into a university endowment account. During the Great Depression of the 1930s, financially unable to develop the land, the university returned it to the government.
There have been many attempts to develop this area opposed by resident environmental activists. In 1988, the provincial government created Pacific Spirit Park, which functions as a greenbelt between the developed areas of the Lands and the City of Vancouver. Further development of the Lands will be difficult as it would require consultation with university students, staff, and faculty, environmental organizations, business organizations, residents, and the general public.
Information Links:
http://www.universityendowmentlands.gov.bc.ca
Population
Other than students living in university residences, the Lands’ residential population is small and mostly high-income professionals who can afford the very high realty prices. The 2001 census reported an official permanent population of 7,816 and around 40,000 undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, and staff.
Transportation
Only five roads lead from Vancouver into the Lands; however, the area is readily accessible by public transit. The UBC Loop is the western terminus of many TransLink bus routes
Economy
Most economic activity occurs around University Village and University Marketplace, which are next to each other just off the campus near University Boulevard and Allison Road, where there are several restaurants, some shops, medical clinics, and some services. Most university businesses operate in the Student Union Building.
New UBC Endowment Lands Live MLS Listings
UBC Endowment Lands, Vancouver
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4530 W 4TH Avenue in Vancouver: Point Grey 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2872752
4530 W 4TH Avenue Vancouver V6R 1R3 
$1,798,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2872752
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,274 sq. ft.
New NET ZERO half duplex with gorgeous VIEW from West Vancouver to downtown. Reverse plan 2 bdrm (both suited) down and living/dining/kitchen/powder on the second floor. Designed by WNDR & built by Averra this home boasts NW modern interiors, wide-plank engineered oak flooring, and gorgeous millwork. Net Zero (solar) produces clean energy that reduces energy bills & carbon footprint. Sell or draw electricity to/from BC Hydro/cooling combines with an airtight building eliminates gaps/holes to prevent heat loss and improve functionality. Garage, metal roof, crawl space.Open Tue April 23, 5:30-7pm and Sat April 27 2-4pm More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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608 5728 BERTON Avenue in Vancouver: University VW Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2859649
608 5728 BERTON Avenue Vancouver V6S 0E5
$1,783,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2859649
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,453 sq. ft.
The ACADEMY by Polygon! Welcome to this RARE FIND NORTH FACING 3 bedroom plus with a beautiful view of a park and forest. Enjoy the conveniences of everything you need at Westbrook Village boutique community. Just steps to the UBC campus, U-Hill Secondary, including St. Georges School and West Point Grey Academy,Save on foods, shopping, banks and public transit, and all the campus amenities. Contemporary interior finishes, bright open-plan layouts, marble bathrooms and spacious gourmet kitchen with engineered stone countertops and quality Appliance,and Air Conditioning system,secured underground parking.Best location in UBC! Easy to show. More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
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610 3533 ROSS Drive in Vancouver: University VW Condo for sale in "POLYGON NOBEL PARK RESIDENCES" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2873365
610 3533 ROSS Drive Vancouver V6S 0L3
$1,780,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2873365
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,277 sq. ft.
The Residences at Nobel Park by Polygon. Located at UBC's award-winning Wesbrook Village. This S.W. facing corner unit over 1270 sqft features open and functional layout. Brand name stainless steel appliances, 9' high ceilings, A/C and more! 3 Spacious bedrooms, especially the master bedroom, comes with a walk-in closet and a spa-inspired ensuite with tiled walls. Walking distance to restaurants, shops and school Great for live-in or investment! Book your showing today. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1709 5608 BERTON Avenue in Vancouver: University VW Condo for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2859520
1709 5608 BERTON Avenue Vancouver V6S 0M6
$1,780,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2859520
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 977 sq. ft.
The Conservatory by polygon located at UBC Wesbrook Village, this brand new 17th floor 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom South-East Corner suite is not just a home, but a one of a kind lifestyle experience. Features with 9ft ceiling, full air-conditioning, a designer kitchen with Miele and Liebherr appliances, engineered wood flooring, and a spa inspired master ensuite. The ultimate highlight is the wrap around balcony and windows which frame a beautiful 270 degree backdrop of panoramic ocean views and the lush soothing greenery of Pacific Spirit Park. A building concierge greets you as you come through the door. A secured bike storage area is available, also an automatic parcel locker system in the lobby. Include 2 large EV rough-in parking stalls and 1 extra large locker. More detailsListed by Sutton Group - Vancouver First Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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411 6333 LARKIN Drive in Vancouver: University VW Condo for sale in "Legacy" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2874717
411 6333 LARKIN Drive Vancouver V6T 0A7
$1,750,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2874717
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,660 sq. ft.
Unique & exquisite SW CORNER 4-bedroom PENTHOUSE at coveted Hawthorn Place at UBC. This rarely available beautiful home offers sunshine from south, west and north; it is spacious, bright, serene, private and airy with nearly 10' ceiling, built by Award Winner Adera, run and well-maintained by a proactive strata. It features an open layout with a gourmet kitchen, spacious living, dinning area, family room and 4-bedrooms , 2.5 bathrooms with 1660 sf living space plus 230 sf balcony. Enjoy sunrise and sunset, morning coffee and evening BBQ in your large balcony. Close to daycare facilities, BC's top schools, UBC classrooms; walking distance to recreation centres, coffee shops, community centre, gardens and parks with playgrounds. Short drive to downtown and YVR. Call now! OH: 11-1pm, Fri, April 26 and 1-3pm Sat, Apr 27. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
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