Simon Fraser University (also known as UniverCity) is a newly developed residential neighbourhood located on top of Burnaby Mountain in north-central Burnaby. It is a growing and sustainable urban community within walking distance of one of British Columbia's premier post-secondary institutions, Simon Fraser University.
The City of Burnaby plans to accommodate up to 10,000 people and has already won many awards for UniverCity's sustainable community model. The real estate market at Simon Fraser University consists of medium- to high-density housing developments, including multi-family townhouses and condos -- there are no single-family homes in the transit-oriented community.
A new elementary school, University Highlands Elementary, opened in September 2010 and new condos and townhouses are being built across the street from the school, making it ideal for young families. Also, to accommodate these new residents, a number of new housing developments are planned to expand the housing market.
The commercial core of Simon Fraser University is University High Street, a village-style block with restaurants, shops, services, a grocery store and pharmacy. There is also a Town Square designed to be the bridge that connects residents with the school campus. The public plaza is lined with cafes and restaurants and is a venue for community events, festivals and concerts for the residents and the students of Simon Fraser University.
The average price of a condo in the Simon Fraser University area is $417,547, or $464.91 per square foot. A unique characteristic of Simon Fraser University homes is zoning bylaws that allow for affordable legalized secondary suites in multi-story apartments, townhouses and condos. View SFU MLS® Listings
Simon Fraser University Amenities
Simon Fraser University (UniverCity) Shopping
On University High Street there is a newly opened grocery store, Nesters Market, and a pharmacy. The Town Square is lined with cafes and restaurants and provides a venue for community events, festivals and concerts. Residents also have access to a Community Card which allows free or discounted use of nearby Simon Fraser University amenities and shops. Lougheed Town Centre is a shopping mall to the north of Simon Fraser University with The Bay, London Drugs, Sport Check and Walmart as well as over 150 shops and services.
Schools and Education in or near Simon Fraser University
Elementary Schools
Secondary Schools
Simon Fraser University (UniverCity) Cafés and Restaurants
There are a wide variety of cafés and restaurants lining the University High Street and Town Square. From Chinese and Korean to Indian, Italian, and vegetarian organic food, there is something for everyone. There are also a number of restaurants along the popular Hastings Street in the neighbouring Westridge area.
Simon Fraser University (UniverCity) Sports and Recreation
Residents of Simon Fraser University get a free UniverCity Community Card which gives them discounted access to all of Simon Fraser University's sports, athletic and recreational facilities and programs. For golfers there is also the nearby Kensington Pitch & Putt and Burnaby Mountain Golf Course. Richard Bolton Park is a new park for the residents of Simon Fraser University's (UniverCity), which is often used as a venue for community events.
Simon Fraser University (UniverCity) Transportation
Residents are all eligible for a subsidized Community Transit Pass, costing only $29.67 for a transit pass instead of the regular $130. It is the first program of its kind in North America and is designed to increase transit use in the community. There are four bus routes that connect Simon Fraser University residents to downtown Vancouver, Coquitlam and the Millennium SkyTrain. There is talk of an aerial gondola as part of the transportation scheme.
Simon Fraser University (UniverCity) Property Statistics
Home prices* Condominiums Condominiums $417,547
*Source: BC Real Estate Association
Simon Fraser University (UniverCity) Demographics
Population*-- 1,695 *Source: http://www.burnaby.ca
Age* 0 to 4 6% 5 to 19 11 % 20 to 44 70% 45 to 64 12% 65+ 1%
*Source: http://www.burnaby.ca
Occupancy*Fully owned 31% Rented 69%
*Source: http://www.burnaby.ca
Dwellings* Detached 5% Apartments 95%
*Source: http://www.burnaby.ca
