Live at Simon Fraser

Univercity at Simon Fraser University (SFU) is a collection of condos and townhouses located atop Burnaby Mountain in north central Burnaby. UniverCity at SFU is designed to be a close knit, mixed use and transit focused community of condo residents created using the Four Cornerstones of Sustainability: Environment, Equity, Economy and Education.

Just steps to the campus of SFU, UniverCity is a mountain top neighbourhood of condos buildings and townhome complexes amongst the numerous shops, services and restaurants of High Street village center, the Elementary School and Daycare along with all the indoor and outdoor recreation options atop Burnaby Mountain.

UniverCity at Simon Fraser University offers direct transit links to Skytrain and is an easy trip to neighbouring city centers from all condos and townhouses. Living at Simon Fraser University allows for easy access to all other Lower Mainland municipalities by car and is only a twenty five minute drive east of downtown Vancouver. Or you can travel to Vancouver using the frequent Translink service from SFU, making your commute from UniverCity condos & townhouses comfortable and simple.

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Aurora by Polygon

Aurora by Polygon

Aurora at Simon Fraser University (SFU) was built by Polygon Homes in 2006. Aurora is located amidst the towering trees and preserved parks of Burnaby Mountain and is part of UniverCity at Simon Fraser University. The building being surrounded by a demonstration forest truly creates a place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the busier urban centers of Burnaby and Vancouver. Click here to read more and see listings at the Aurora.

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Altaire by Polygon

Altaire built in 2008/2009 reaches higher then any other condo building in Metro Vancouver offering panoramic views.

Novo I by Intergulf

Novo I built in 2007 known for the amazing sight lines and views from most units and balconies up to 1000 sq ft.

Novo II by Intergulf

Novo II built in 2007 known for the amazing sight lines and views from most units and balconies up to 1000 sq ft.

Aurora by Polygon

Aurora built in 2006 with 103 condos featuring 36 unique floor plans ranging from 715 sq ft to 1500 sq ft.

One University by Millennium

One University built in 2005 is UniverCity's flagship building with luxury homes featuring semi private elevators.

Harmony by Polygon

Harmony built in 2005 was the first condo development at Univercity & as a result offers a unique setting & views.

Serenity Townhomes by Polygon

Serenity is a collection of 2 bedroom townhomes of 1100 sq ft ranging to 4 bedroom 2000+ sq ft townhomes.

The Hub by Liberty Homes

The Hub built in 2009 is set atop Nester's Grocery and steps from High Street giving these homes an urban feel.

Verdant by VanCity Enterprises

Verdant is a two storey town home building built with environmental design and stylish living spaces which complement the modern exterior of these SFU homes.

Origin by Porte Development

Origin is designed by GBL Architect & BYU Interior Designs, developed by Porte Development Corp. and marketed by Red Dot Real Estate.

Nest by Mosaic

Located on UniverCity High Street across from the new University Highlands elementary schools this refreshing building will add further depth to a growing community.

Highland House by Liberty Homes

A 12-storey concrete high-rise development and targeted towards Rental Investors and First-Time Condo Buyers.

Lift by Porte Development

Lift will be a wood frame building comprising of 56 homes. Building technologies, environmental features, and price points should be similar to Origin.

Altitude by Hungerford Group

Altitude will be a 2 tower development comprising of a 12 and 14 story building with a total of 210 strata units.

CentreBlock by Liberty Homes

CentreBlock at UniverCity atop Burnaby Mountain is the latest condo project with sales commencing early 2014. .

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