Richmond, on the Coast
Richmond in Metro Vancouver
The City of Richmond on the coast of British Columbia, Canada, part of the Metro Vancouver area, occupies all of Lulu Island in the Fraser River Delta except the small New Westminster portion upriver and all of Sea Island, site of Vancouver International Airport, across a river channel to the northwest between Richmond and the City of Vancouver. Vancouver and Burnaby are neighbors across the river to the north, New Westminster to the east, and Delta across another channel of the river to the south. The ocean as the Strait of Georgia is to the west. Burkeville on Sea Island next to the airport and Steveston in the southwest corner of Lulu Island were independent villages before they became parts of Richmond
Richmond’s 2011 Census population of 190,473 ranks it fourth in Metro Vancouver and in the province behind Vancouver, Surrey, and Burnaby. At 60 percent, mostly Chinese, Richmond is the North American city with the largest proportion of Asians, more than half, many of whom have immigrated from Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Mainland China since the early 1990s.
Geography and Hydrography
Richmond has plenty of rich, alluvial soil for farming, but the land is ever prone to floods at high tides and especially when the river crests at high levels during seasons of heavy snowfalls. As a safeguard, a system of dykes now surrounds the major islands to hold back and divert such inundations that can cause catastrophic damage, so although farming had a fast start with dairy, grain, vegetables, and berries as staples in Richmond’s flat terrain of rich, fertile soil, it was necessary to clear, drain, and dyke the land to protect it from flooding and make it safe for successful farming. Today, the British Columbia Agricultural Land Reserve sets most of eastern Richmond aside for farming. Cranberries and blueberries are the principal crops. Other staples are strawberries, corn, and potatoes. In 2001 about 47 percent of British Columbia’s cranberry farm acreage was in Richmond.
The groundwater table is high, so very few homes have basements and very few buildings are more than three storeys high. The proximity of the airport limits building height to 150 feet.
History
In November 1879 the Township of Richmond became an incorporated municipality though not as a city until December 1990. The first town hall was near the main settlement on the northwestern tip of Lulu Island at North Arm.
In the 1870s, salmon canning became a major industry in the fishing village of Steveston. By the 1890s, there were nearly 50 canneries, and many ships docked in Steveston to take on big loads of canned salmon. Boatbuilding thrived too. The Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site in Steveston displays the city’s canning history in an 1894 waterfront facility with a museum.
Information Links:
http://www.richmondchamber.ca
http://www.richmond.ca/home.htm
http://www.richmond.ca/parksrec/overview.htm
http://www.richmond.ca/plandev/planning2/ocp/about.htm
Transportation
Richmond connects to Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster, and Delta by bridges and tunnels. Three bridges connect Lulu Island to Sea Island and the airport, one bridge connects Sea Island to Vancouver, two connect Lulu Island to Vancouver, one connects eastern Lulu Island to Burnaby and New Westminster, and one bridge and an underwater tunnel connect Richmond to Delta.
Richmond has two high-speed freeways, Highway 99, which includes the tunnel to Delta and ends at Interstate 5 at the USA border, and Highway 91, which starts in Richmond’s Garden City Lands, runs eastward to New Westminster, then turns southward, crosses the river into Delta, and joins Highway 99 a few miles from the international border. SkyTrain service connects both central Richmond and the airport to Downtown Vancouver.
New Richmond Live MLS Listings
Richmond, on the Coast
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13240 STEVESTON Highway in Richmond: East Richmond Home for sale : MLS®# R2273185
$43,000,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2273185
Spectacular 103 acre farm property in South Richmond with direct access to Highway 99. Located on Steveston Hwy to the north, Rice Mill Road and the Fraser River to the south and Sidaway Rd and No. 6 Rd. The property is currently leased and is a working vegetable farm. The property is surrounded by industry, shopping centre, condos and office buildings. A peaceful oasis in the big city, with birds chirping and quiet enjoyment. This is a fabulous opportunity. More detailsListed by Angell Hasman & Assoc.Rlty.Ltd
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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10140 NO. 1 Road in Richmond: Steveston North Home for sale : MLS®# R2228182
$19,000,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2228182
Well located townhouse assembly opportunity! 1.92 acres, 5 lot assembly, in the West Side of Richmond, surrounded by neighboring existing townhomes. Only 3 minute drive from renowned Steveston Village and Fisherman's Wharf. Blocks from newly-constructed Minato Village plaza. Discussions with City have received support for 0.75 FAR density, which includes 15% LEMR (Low End Market Rental); support for up to 0.65 FAR density with no rental accommodations. City has confirmed both sides of arterial road can be for townhome use as opposed to one side being single family use. Cavendish Drive doesn't need to be connected; hammer head is needed instead for emergency vehicle access. Call for info package. SELLER'S RIGHTS RESERVED. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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12831 NO 4 Road in Richmond: Gilmore House for sale : MLS®# R2276959
$16,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2276959
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 7,706 sq. ft.
Exclusive country estate. This one of a kind Westcoast contemporary home designed by McCulloch & Associates & landscaped by Paul Sangha offers breathtaking vistas on a secluded & picturesque 19 acres. Over 7,400 sqft of luxurious living features a stunning master suite w/luxurious bathroom & huge deck offering panoramic views of the property. Four more bedroom suites are ideally situated for privacy for family or visiting guests. The entire main level provides I/D & O/D lifestyle, all leading out to a resort style infinity pool, summer kitchen & entertainment area. A tennis court & a fabulous organic vegetable garden only enhance the experience. A short drive to Richmond Centre Shopping Mall, Vancouver Airport & 35 minutes to downtown. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Manyee Lui - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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12871 STEVESTON Highway in Richmond: East Richmond Home for sale in "EAST RICHMOND" : MLS®# R2255135
$14,888,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2255135
HUGE farm 35.39 ACRE (13.9 Ha) is located in a major intersection near the 99 Highway with great future potential, minutes to YVR, port of Vancouver & USA. Ironwood shopping center, golf club, movie theater nearby, just 5 mins drive. It has a shop, mobile, city water and electricity on this site. More detailsListed by Maxcel Westcoast Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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13091 NO 3 Road in Richmond: Gilmore Home for sale : MLS®# R2270873
$12,800,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2270873
A rare opportunity to own a piece of 34.8 acre farmland on No. 3 Road. Build your dream home with beautiful green space or keep as an investment opportunity with great potential. Current tenant agreement will expire end of 2018. Please do not disturb tenant. GREAT LOCATION RIGHT ON RICHMOND NO 3 ROAD! More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6700 GIBBONS Drive in Richmond: Riverdale RI House for sale : MLS®# R2291802
$8,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2291802
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 7,465 sq. ft.
This magnificent mansion sitting on a 21,750sf lot, featuring with totally 7,465 sf living space, exquisite craftsmanship, excellent floor plan, high ceilings in grand foyer with circular stairs, 6 spacious bedrooms, 8 and a half baths, Gym with sauna & steam shower, fully equipped theater, large game room, gourmet kitchen with island & wok kitchen with Miele appliances and high-end cabinet, beautifully landscaped garden with bowtie swimming pool and BBQ area for entertain. Elevator, 4-car garage, radiant heat, A/C, HRV, sauna and 1-5-10 NHW. Elegant details, best quality materials and most prestigious neighborhood in Richmond, the famous Gibbons Drive with multi-million mansions around. Top school catchments: Thompson Elementary and Burnett Secondary. More detailsListed by Maxcel Westcoast Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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12104 NO 2 Road in Richmond: Gilmore House for sale : MLS®# R2243156
$8,688,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2243156
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,844 sq. ft.
LAST OPPORTUNITY TO OWN THIS AGRICULTURAL-CAPABLE PROPERTY ALONG NO. 2 ROAD AT LOT SIZE AT 6 ACRES! FAMILY-ORIENTED FARM LAND WITH GREAT INCOME FROM OTHER RIGHT OF WAYS ON TE PROPERTY AS WELL. DON'T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY! CALL NOW TO BOOK FOR YOUR PRIVATE VIEWING! More detailsListed by Jovi Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4080 RIVER Road in Richmond: Riverdale RI House for sale : MLS®# R2276934
$8,288,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2276934
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,417 sq. ft.
Welcome to 4080 River Road! This spectacular Waterfront Estate is one of a kind and extensive planning went into this Creation. A fully functional floor plan of 5417 sq. ft. on a 14282 sq. ft.(66/217) LOT provides breathtaking panoramic unobstructed views of the North Shore Mountains & Fraser River. 5 Bedrooms in total with all ensuites and the Master Bedroom Balcony overlooks the SOUTHFACING Backyard which has a State-of-the-art In-Ground Pool w/Hot Tub, Putting Green and is surrounded by an Oasis Garden. Smart Home Technology features all throughout this house. A property of this size with a Brand New Mansion is rarely available on River Rd and is a truly once in a lifetime offering. This property is a High End Home Buyer's dream and is brought to you by New Horizon Development(est.1987) More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Riverside Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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LOT 6 8900 SIDAWAY Road in Richmond: East Richmond Home for sale : MLS®# R2262004
$7,980,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2262004
Rare opportunity to own this 12 acre agricultural land with wide 277' frontage. A dream home can be built on the front 2 (277x329.9 acres of land & an grow in the behind 10 acres farm land. Excellent holdings or build your dream estate property with future potential. Conveniently located in Richmond. Easy access to Highway 91, Highway 99 & Knight Street. Close to all shopping mall & restaurant. The best holding agriculture land in Richmond for future potential! More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6860 GAMBA Drive in Richmond: Riverdale RI House for sale : MLS®# R2270064
$6,388,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2270064
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,509 sq. ft.
Stunning Luxurious Custom build beautiful contemporary designed house situated on this beautiful 11474 square feet lot in prestigious Riverdale area. With South facing front entrance with open concept layout opening. Huge modern kitchen with Wok kitchen with top of the line stainless steel appliances and lighting throughout, huge windows in living room, and dining room area. Spectacular media room with great sound system. Beautiful outdoor area with professional design landscaping. Functional layout master bedroom with 3 more bedrooms on top floor, 1 guest suite on main, all with ensuite. North facing backyard with full fire place and spacious outdoor spacing to enjoy during summertime. 4 car garage attached. Easy to show! More detailsListed by Sutton Group - Seafair Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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