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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6891 MAYFLOWER Drive in Richmond: Riverdale RI House for sale in "RIVERDALE" : MLS®# R2743821
6891 MAYFLOWER Drive Richmond V7C 2K1 
$5,380,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2743821
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,413 sq. ft.
This is the definition of Custom Built. 5400+ sqft home nestled on perfectly manicured PARK-like 14,000 sqft Lot in central Rmd's finest neighborhood RIVERDALE. This Home blends modern luxury at its finest, a celebration of the latest technology w/ astonishing details. 2 Kitchens fit for the finest chef & wine Cellar in the Butlers pantry, equipped with top line appl - Subzero, Wolf & Miele, all imported Granites & Marbles adorn the Counters & Floors thrghout home, a full size home theater w/ Wet bar & yoga/Exercise rm w/ Steam & Sauna. Live in & Love the private Outdoor entertainment area w/ built in Wine Cooler, BBQ , TV, etc. This is just a Glimpse into what this Mansion has to offer. To See is to Believe. School Catchment: Thompson Elementary & Burnett Secondary. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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12331 GILBERT Road in Richmond: Gilmore House for sale in "GILMORE" : MLS®# R2724097
12331 GILBERT Road Richmond V7E 2H7
$4,999,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2724097
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,078 sq. ft.
Imagine living on a farm in the city! 12331 Gilbert Rd is just 10 min drive: North to all the hustle and bustle around Richmond Centre, West to historic Steveston Village, East to access Hwy 99 to Vancouver/Delta/Surrey. This 10 acre farmland is a rare find with 353 sf frontage, it awaits your plan to build your dream family home, grow crops and enjoy life. *great month to month tenants, please do not walk on the property without authorization.* video: https://youtu.be/8QhTNNRfqMw More detailsListed by RE/MAX Westcoast - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6700 MAPLE Road in Richmond: Woodwards House for sale : MLS®# R2674044
6700 MAPLE Road Richmond V7E 1G5
$4,999,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2674044
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 5,309 sq. ft.
Stunning, luxurious, custom-built home in the heart of Woodwards. over height ceilings with entry and family room double-height and open to above, TWO master bedrooms with custom ensuite bathrooms and sauna built-in, stainless steel Miele appliances, wok kitchen for all cooking needs, theatre/media room and wine closet, plus a wrap around paved patio and private balconies. Covered side-by-side garage and a gated yard for extra security. Make this your perfect family home with a luxurious touch. More detailsListed by Multiple Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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7051 NO. 6 Road in Richmond: East Richmond House for sale : MLS®# R2734763
7051 NO. 6 Road Richmond V6W 1C9
$4,998,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2734763
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 6,380 sq. ft.
PRIVATE COUNTRY ESTATE FAMILY HOME BUILT ON 6.26 ACRES IN THE HEART OF RICHMOND WITH UNSURPASSED QUALITY & WORKMANSHIP THROUGHOUT. THE SPRAWLING 6,380SF HOME OFFERS A GRAND FOYER 5 BDRMS. , HUGE GAME ROOM, MEDIA ROOM,EXERCISE ROOM, HOME OFFICE, FAMILY-SIZED GOURMET KITCHEN, FAMILY ROOM, AND 2 STAIRCASES. THE MAIN FLOOR FEATURES A LARGE MASTER BDNN WITH A GORGEOUS ENSUITE & FORMAL CROSS HALL LIVING & DINING RMS. A GOURMET CHEF'S KITCHEN BOASTS A HUGE ENTERTAINMENT SIZED ISLAND. EASY ACCESS TO VANCOUVER, VERY CENTRAL LOCATION. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty Premier - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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7180 LANGTON Road in Richmond: Granville House for sale : MLS®# R2743413
7180 LANGTON Road Richmond V7C 4B2
$4,990,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2743413
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,128 sq. ft.
A true masterpiece!This Gorgeous custom home located on a 9600 SF lot with private front/back yard and beautifully landscaped garden, prestigious Granville Area with multi-million homes surrounding. Open concept layout coming with elegant double circular staircase, high ceiling in living room and dining room. Featuring with 4128 sf of living spaces, 5 bedrooms and 5-1/2 baths, including a legal unit on main. Best quality materials and dedicated workmanship! It offers everything you need for a luxurious and comfortable living: elegant crystal chandeliers, gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances including a good sized Wok-Kitchen, beautiful patio, etc. Pleasure to show! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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