About River District Homes
The Vancouver River District is a vibrant 130-acre master-planned community in South Vancouver, offering modern living in a sustainable, waterfront setting. Once completed, the neighbourhood is expected to accommodate approximately 18,000 residents. As a thoughtfully planned, complete community, it will feature 27 acres of parks and public open spaces, along with 500,000 sq ft of retail and commercial space. River District homes provide a unique blend of urban convenience, natural beauty, and a strong sense of community.
As the River District is formally known, the East Fraser Lands lie in the southeast corner of Vancouver on the Fraser River. They include the land between Kerr Street and Boundary Road south of Marine Way and a triangle-shaped site north of Marine Way at Boundary Road. The rail corridor divides EFL into North and South sections.
Those becoming River District residents will enjoy a great quality of life in this family-friendly community. New retail spaces, restaurants and service amenities are always opening to allow people to live, work, play, and go to school here in this neighbourhood. Community family events are scheduled throughout the year at the Community Centre. Everyone is welcome to drop by —no age restrictions exist. Outdoor parks and waterfront walkways allow you to get outside and take children and pets on leisurely walks.
Learn about the Vancouver River District’s History
Vancouver’s River District area boasts a long history, first as a settlement, then as an industrial zone, and now as a modern residential neighbourhood. Please learn more about the fascinating history of the District with our comprehensive History Timeline! View the timeline here →
Who’s Behind The River District Homes Website?
The group of Realtors® behind River District Homes has been setting sales and price-per-square-foot records in and around Greater Vancouver since 2003. Learn more about the expert Realtors® behind River District Homes →
What Do We do for our clients?
River District Homes is your number-one resource for new real estate listings, properties under development and homes for sale in the South Vancouver River District. If you think you might be interested in living in, investing in, or selling a River District home, we are the people to talk to. Please find out more about the services we provide here →
About the River District Apiary
- What It Is
The River District Apiary is a beehive sanctuary located in the River District community, developed by Wesgroup. - History & Purpose
- Wesgroup established the apiary in 2019 as part of their environmental and sustainability efforts.
- The apiary supports urban biodiversity, helping pollinate local green spaces, gardens, and public areas.
- The program is overseen by a Master Beekeeper, who helps maintain hive health and raise locally adapted queen bees.
- Honey Production
- The bees produce wildflower honey, which is harvested and offered to residents.
- You can buy this honey at the Ardea Presentation Centre at 3302 North Arm Avenue in River District.
- Community Engagement & Tours
- Small group tours of the apiary are offered (especially in summer/fall), allowing residents and visitors to learn about beekeeping and hive operations.
- Through these tours, people can engage with nature, observe bees at work, and gain insight into their role in the local ecosystem.
- How Residents Can Support the Bees
The River District encourages community involvement by suggesting simple, bee-friendly actions, such as:- Putting out shallow water dishes with stones so bees can safely drink.
- Planting pollinator-friendly flowers (e.g., lavender, asters, sunflowers) in gardens or on balconies.
- Avoiding or minimizing the use of harsh garden chemicals.
- Why It Matters
- Honey bees are important pollinators, helping support the health and diversity of plants in the community.
- The project reflects River District’s commitment to sustainability, ecology, and building a neighborhood that’s not just residential, but environmentally conscious.
