South Slope is a residential neighbourhood in South Burnaby that has close links with surrounding neighbourhoods Metrotown, Central Park, and Deer Lake. Just as the name South Slope would suggest, the neighbourhood is on a south-facing hill slope that overlooks Marine Drive and the Fraser River, and many houses offer panoramic city views. South Slope mostly consists of single family homes with multi-family townhouses found north closer to Metrotown.
There are three elementary schools in South Slope, one secondary school, and post-secondary institution, the British Columbia Institute of Technology, is nearby.
South Slope is minutes away from the myriad of shopping and entertainment choices available in neighbouring Metrotown, while remaining a quiet, residential area idea for families. South Slope is close to the 90-hectare Central Park to the west, and Fraserview Golf Course in southeast Vancouver. Fraserview Golf Course is located on a 225-acre urban forest and was designed by renowned Canadian architect Thomas McBroom. South Slope residents can also enjoy the sports facilities at Riverway Sports Complex, which boasts natural turf fields and softball diamonds.
The real estate market in South Slope includes larger mansions, made possible by the availability of large lots. Houses in South Slope can range from $760,000 for a four-bedroom family home up to $1,478,000 for a custom-built five-bedroom home, with an average price of $898,000. Townhouses average at $398,000, and apartment prices can range from $299,000 for a one bedroom luxury garden apartment to a $449,000 for a two bedroom condo. Check out South Slope MLS® listings
South Slope Amenities
South Slope Shopping
South slope has plenty of shopping options. Metropolis at Metrotown has over 450 shops, including big retailers like Forever 21, Sephora and designer boutiques like Armani and Coach.
Station Square has 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, Burnaby's largest Chinese-Asian mall, has shops, a food court and professional health and education services. Crystal Mall is anchored by the Hilton Hotel and Convention Centre.
Old Orchard, the area's oldest mall, has a 24-hour Shoppers Drug Mart, a walk-in medical clinic, IGA Marketplace, and a B.C. liquor store.
Schools and Education in South Slope
Elementary schools
Secondary Schools
South Slope Sports and Recreation
South Slope residents are surrounded by park, sports and recreational facilities. The South Slope neighbourhood is truly spoiled for choice, starting with Central Park to the southwest with its 90-hectare urban forest boasting walking and hiking trails, lawn bowling green, outdoor swimming pool, picnic sites, and tennis courts to name but a few. Award-winning Fraserview Golf Course lies to the west in southeast Vancouver.
Riverway Sports Complex lies to the south off of Marine Way with natural turf parks that are suitable for soccer, softball, lacrosse and more. Deer Lake Park is to the south of South Slope and boasts a lake of the same name, picnic sites, hiking trails and Century Gardens.
South Slope Transportation
South Slope benefits from being located near three SkyTrain stations: Metrotown, Royal Oak and Edmonds. These stations are all on the Expo and Millenium lines. There are also direct and fast bus links to Vancouver and the rest of Burnaby.
South Slope Property Statistics
Home prices* Houses $898,000 Townhouses $415,000 Apartments $329,000
*Source: BC Real Estate Assocation
South Slope Demographics
Population*- 2,145 *Source: BC Stats
Age* 60+ 20.4% 40 to 59 32.8% 20 to 39 24.3% 5 to 19 18.2% 0 to 4 4.1%
*Source: BC Stats
Occupancy* Fully owned 87% Rented 13.5%
*Source: BC Stats
Dwellings* Detached 71.2% Apartments 28.8%
*Source: BC Stats
Neighbourhoods Surrounding South Slope
- Metrotown
- Killarney
- Suncrest
- Deer Lake
- Central Park
- Victoria-Fraserview
