A community right on the border of Vancouver and Burnaby, Central Park is located in the centre of the action with multiple transport links, shopping, and recreational facilities only minutes away. The neighbourhood is named for the park of the same name, Central Park, a 90 hectare forested oasis in the middle of the city.
Central Park lies directly east of Boundary Road, which separates Vancouver and Burnaby. It has close ties to the Collingwood and Killarney neighbourhoods in Vancouver, and the Metrotown and South Slope neighbourhoods in Burnaby.
The Central Park real estate market is mostly made up of single-family homes, with higher density and high rise apartment and condo buildings closer to the Metrotown area. The real estate market shows that Central Park is popular with families who enjoy the conveniences the area has to offer, including close proximity to schools and the popular post-secondary institution, British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT).
House prices in Central Park can range from $688,000 to $1,588,000, with an average of $829,000. Townhouses range from $308,000 to $634,000, with an average of $415,000. Condos range from $224,000 to $469,000 with an average of $309,000.
Central Park Amenities
Central Park Shopping
Metropolis at Metrotown has over 450 shops, it's B.C's largest shopping centre and entertainment complex, including big retailers like Forever 21, Sephora and designer boutiques like Armani and Coach. For something a little smaller, try Station Square, with over 35 shops and services including a Famous Players movie theatre, Future Shop, Save-On Foods, a financial institution, travel agent and a currency exchange. Crystal Mall is Burnaby's largest Chinese/Asian mall with shops, a food court and professional health and education services. It is anchored by the Hilton Hotel and Convention Centre. Finally, there is Old Orchard, the area's oldest mall, with a 24-hour Shoppers Drug Mart, a walk-in medical clinic, IGA Marketplace, and a B.C. liquor store.
Schools and Education in Central Park
Elementary schools
Secondary Schools
Central Park Cafés and Restaurants
With Central Park located just on the border of Vancouver and Burnaby, residents can pick and choose from a variety of cafes, delis, popular chain restaurants, and unique ethnic fare in the nearby neighbourhoods of Metrotown and Killarney. Living in Central Park means that there are restaurant options to please every member of the family.
Central Park Sports and Recreation
Central Park the park, that is - is one of the best things about living in the Central Park neighbourhood. It's a 90 hectare forested oasis in the middle of the city that provides residents and visitors excellent sports and recreation facilities including tennis courts, an outdoor swimming pool, a popular pitch-and-putt golf course and 8km of cycling, jogging and walking trails. Another attraction of living in Central Park is proximity to Swangard Stadium, host to international and local sporting events. Burnaby's Main Public Librar y is also located in the Metrotown area, as well as the Bonsor Recreation Complex.
Central Park Transportation
Central Park is adjacent to the Metrotown neighbourhood, which is a well-served public transit hub. SkyTrain stations in the area include Metrotown, Patterson and Royal Oak. There are bus stops situated near the residential and commercial areas with fast and direct links to Vancouver.
Central Park Property Statistics
Home prices* Houses $829,000 Townhouses $415,000 Apartments $309,000
*Source: BC Real Estate Association
Central Park Demographics
Population* 48,640 (number is for Burnaby-Lougheed) *Source: BC Stats
Age* 60+ 21.7% 40 to 59 32.5% 20 to 39 22.5% 5 to 19 18.5% 0 to 4 4.8%
*Source: BC Stats
Occupancy* Fully owned 87.1% Rented 12.1%
*Source: BC Stats
Dwellings* Detached 79% Apartments 21%
*Source: BC Stats
Neighbourhoods surrounding Central Park
- Metrotown
- Killarney
- Collingwood
- Suncrest
- South Slope
- Garden Village
- Renfrew Heights
