285 East 10th Avenue & 2508 Watson Street, Vancouver
Move In: 2019
Check out the current MLS Listings at this address


At a Glance 2508 Watson Street & 285 East 10th Avenue
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- 258 condos located in Vancouver’s Mount Pleasant neighbourhood.
- 1-,2- & 3-bedroom homes
- 21 storey concrete tower
- residential/commercial/office mixed use development
- mix of masonry, concrete, steel, glass, solid colour and wood-grain panels
- unique 23,000 sq ft ‘backyard’ (shared outdoor/indoor space)
- target of LEED Silver certification
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The Independent Condos Mount Pleasant Location
Located at 285 East 10th Avenue at the corner of Main Street and East Broadway near Kingsway, The Independent at Main is a condo tower by Rize Alliance.

Mount Pleasant, once a gritty corridor of light industry and auto shops, has matured into one of Vancouver’s most dynamic neighbourhoods—where the hum of creativity meets urban renewal. The Independent at Main, situated at the corner of Main Street and East Broadway, places residents in the heart of this transformation.

A defining feature of the area’s future is the Mount Pleasant Station, part of the Broadway Subway extension of the Millennium SkyTrain Line, expected to open in 2027. This long-anticipated infrastructure project will significantly reduce commute times, linking the community more directly with UBC, downtown Vancouver, and the wider region.
Life here is equally defined by walkability. Culinary options abound, catering to tastes both elevated and eclectic. Michelin-starred Published on Main is a short stroll north, while the celebrated Anh and Chi reimagines traditional Vietnamese cuisine in a modern setting. Burdock & Co., known for its organic Pacific Northwest fare, sits just steps away. For Italian conviviality, Savio Volpe offers wood-fired dishes with rustic charm, while The Acorn draws vegetarian devotees with its inventive, artistically plated dishes.
Those seeking casual yet compelling fare can head to El Camino’s for Latin street food, Maizal for authentic tacos, or Fable Diner, a modern riff on the classic North American diner. Sushi aficionados are well served by Sushi Hil, while The Cascade Room delivers British-style comfort food in a moody, lounge-like setting.
In short, The Independent is not merely a residence, but a front-row seat to Mount Pleasant’s ongoing evolution—where infrastructure meets culture, and daily life is measured not by commutes, but by the walk to your next memorable meal.

Historic Presale Pricing for The Independent Condos
Please see a historical presale price list from January 28, 2015. For the most up to date pricing information, please see the MLS listings at the top of the page.


Floor Plans for The Independent at Main
You may notice some pricing information on these floor plans. This is historic information and is not current or accurate pricing information.





Views for The Independent at Main

Not all suites at the Independent at Main will have views, but expect many of the upper level suites to have views in all directions.
Interiors

The interiors have been designed with restraint and functionality in mind. Modern, without succumbing to trend. False Creek Design Group has furnished the homes with custom millwork wardrobes, European chrome hardware, and practical storage solutions under the RizeModular™ brand. Wide-plank laminate wood flooring lends warmth to the living spaces, while hydronic heating and cooling ensure year-round comfort. Technological provisions include built-in CAT-5 cabling and fibre optic connectivity, while 24” stacked laundry machines and roller blinds on exterior windows offer quiet utility. Entry and bedroom zones benefit from a thoughtful combination of form and function, down to the polished chrome door pulls.

Kitchens & Bathrooms
In the kitchens, the emphasis is on performance and discretion. Soft-close Italian cabinetry—finished in either durable wood grain or matte surfaces—is paired with brushed metal hardware and polished quartzite countertops. The European induction cooktop by Porter & Charles, with its cool-touch and child-safety features, is a nod to both safety and culinary precision. A full suite of integrated stainless steel appliances, including a Liebherr refrigerator and built-in dishwasher, rounds out the offering.
Bathrooms follow the same design ethos. Wall-mounted Italian vanities incorporate voluminous storage beneath sleek, soft-close cabinetry. Recessed medicine cabinets, dual-flush toilets, and polished porcelain tile floors create an environment that is both efficient and easy to maintain. The result is a space that speaks quietly but confidently of quality.
Amenities at The Independent.
Residents will have access to a dog spa to wash and groom pets, outdoor dog walk, and a workshop that includes bike repair and workstations and tool lockers.
The large, onsite fitness area will feature with lockers and top-of-the-line exercise equipment.
Developer Team for The Independent Condos
Rize Alliance Properties
Rize Alliance Properties are spearheading this development. Please see these other projects by Rize Alliance:
Acton Ostry Architects
They tapped the creative designers from Acton Ostry Architects. They provided the blueprints for 999 Seymour near the Granville St. bridge and Stella near 12th and Kingsway.
Completion Year for The Independent
Construction should begin by spring 2015, with completion slated for summer 2017.
Parking & Storage
The plan calls for 399 parking spaces on 4 underground levels. Storage for up to 320 bikes is also accounted for in the existing plans.
The Independent Postal Code
V5T 4S9
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