Kelowna North
Kelowna North is the oldest, most established part of Kelowna, this is because it is the “original City of Kelowna”. Close to the core of the city, the dynamics of the area is changing rapidly as more young couples, working professionals, and families are moving to the area, either renovating and upgrading their homes, or living in downtown kelowna's condo developments.
Real Estate Info
The residential real estate market in Kelowna North consists of starter homes, heritage homes, and condo developments, including full and fractional ownership.
(awaiting price and zoning stats)
- Fractional Ownership Condos – $94,000+
- Condos – $200,000-$600,000+
- Town homes – $300,000 +
- Single-family Homes - $400,000+
Population: 21,137 (Central City) - 2006 Census
Location
Kelowna North is the area north of Highway 97, west of Gordon Drive, the base of Knox Mountain and the east shore of Okanagan Lake including Poplar Point.
Kelowna North is in Downtown Kelowna, five minutes to Orchard Park Mall, 10 minutes to Kelowna General Hospital, and 20 minutes to Kelowna International Airport.
Amenities
The area of Kelowna North is close to everything. Grocery stores, boutique and independent stores, Pharmacies, and many businesses, banks, and office buildings are located in the area.
Banks include Scotiabank, TD Bank, CIBC, Royal Bank and Valley First Credit Union.
There are many parks in Kelowna North, with playgrounds, sports fields, and paths for hiking, biking, and walking. City Park and Waterfront Park are popular with families, locals, and visitors.
Attractions & Area Links
- Waterfront Park – Kelowna
Services
Lakeland Medical Centre
6-515 Harvey Ave
250-862-3113
Schools
| Bankhead Elementary School Grades: K-6 1280 Wilson Avenue, Kelowna BC V1Y 6Y6 Phone: 250-763-2603 |
Glenmore Elementary School Grades: K-6 English, K-6 French Immersion 960 Glenmore Drive Kelowna BC V1Y 4P1 Phone: 250-762-3209 |
| KLO Middle School 3130 Gordon Drive, Kelowna BC V1W 3M4 250-762-2841 |
Kelowna Secondary School 1079 Raymer Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 4Z7 250-762-2805 |
| Dr. Knox Middle School Grades: 7-9 1555 Burtch Road Kelowna, BC V1Y 4A9 Phone: 250-762-8177 |
Please Note: Dr. Knox Middle School is moving, with classes intended to start at the new location in September, 2008. The new location is in North Glenmore on Drysdale Blvd. |
| School District 23: Visit the SD23 website |
**Disclaimer: Prices are approximate, taken from MLS Listings in Spring, 2008. For a detailed list of prices or homes for sale in the area contact Shaida.
