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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16 12331 PHOENIX Drive in Richmond: Steveston South Townhouse for sale : MLS®# R2868875
16 12331 PHOENIX Drive Richmond V7E 6C2 
$1,268,800Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2868875
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,604 sq. ft.
Westwater Village. Popular complex in Steveston South... END UNIT backs onto the walkway with only a short walk to Steveston Village. This 2 storey townhome features 3 bdrms & 2.5 baths. The current owner has modified the upper 2 bdrms removing the wall creating a larger 1 bdrm + den layout. This is easily reversible back to the traditional 3 bdrm layout. The primary bdrm is good size with vaulted ceilings & walk-in closet. The bathrooms have been renovated over the years, with new tile & fixtures & convenient eating area off the kitchen. Includes 2 car parking, with a covered carport & open spot. Live the Steveston Lifestyle... book your private viewing. OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN APR 13-14 2-4PM. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty Westmar
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1602 8628 HAZELBRIDGE Way in Richmond: West Cambie Condo for sale : MLS®# R2851149
1602 8628 HAZELBRIDGE Way Richmond V6X 0R5
$1,268,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2851149
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,113 sq. ft.
Welcome to Sorrento, rarely available corner TWO level Penthouse unit with over 600 sq ft of outdoors decks with spectacular Sunset, Fraser River, Ocean, and North Shore mountain views. This contemporary two bedroom unit enjoys 9' high ceilings floor-to-ceiling windows plus 1 Handicap designated, large parking stall + bike locker. Enjoy convenient city living with shops, restaurants, parks/seawall, and transit nearby - walking distance to Capstan Skytrain Station. Minutes drive to Richmond Centre, YVR & Vancouver. Spa inspired amenities include gym, indoor pool, sauna, steam room, hot tub, basketball court / gymnasium, party room, outdoor children's playground and more! More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4 8171 NO. 2 Road in Richmond: Lackner Townhouse for sale : MLS®# R2862843
4 8171 NO. 2 Road Richmond V7C 3M2
$1,268,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2862843
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,309 sq. ft.
Step into this exquisite townhouse, seamlessly blending space and practical living in Lackner's sought-after neighborhood. Conveniently near Blundell Shopping Mall, it offers a quiet unit with South/North exposure and spacious living areas boasting 9 ft ceilings. Flooded with natural light, the thoughtfully designed layout integrates living, dining, and kitchen areas, ideal for entertaining friends and family. Welcome to effortless elegance and comfort.open house: April 14, Sun, 2-4pm. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4 9060 GENERAL CURRIE Road in Richmond: McLennan North Townhouse for sale : MLS®# R2864889
4 9060 GENERAL CURRIE Road Richmond V6Y 1M4
$1,268,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2864889
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,505 sq. ft.
Rarely available and updated deluxe 4 bdrms 3 baths Duplex style townhome in McLean North area. Beautiful corner unit with south-west backyard. Excellent and functioning floor plan. Features, enclosed kitchen with two windows, Cozy balcony access to outside from living area, 3 generously sized bedrooms upstairs and 1 bedroom on lower level with potential for rental suit. Great update includes fresh interior paint, fridge, hood fan, washer & dryer and much more. Convenient and central location close to everything. School Catchment: Palmer Secondary School. Pleasure to show. ***Open House: April 13th & 14th (Sat. & Sun.), From 2PM to 4PM*** More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty and Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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402 5111 BRIGHOUSE Way in Richmond: Brighouse Condo for sale in "RIVER GREEN" : MLS®# R2869222
402 5111 BRIGHOUSE Way Richmond V7C 0A6
$1,268,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2869222
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,302 sq. ft.
Presenting 'River Green,' an opulent waterfront enclave in Richmond meticulously crafted by ASPAC. This rare Corner Unit offers over 1300 sq ft of lavish living space, featuring 2 bedrooms plus a den, accompanied by 2 parking spots and 1 locker. Imbued with a luminous northeast aspect, it showcases an impeccably designed layout, offering panoramic vistas of the majestic river and mountains.Indulge in the epitome of luxury with central air conditioning, exquisite Miele appliances, expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, and a sprawling balcony. Delight in the lavish amenities of a 5-Star resort, including 24-hour concierge service, an alluring indoor pool, state-of-the-art gym, rejuvenating sauna and steam rooms, and much more. Open house: April 20/21 2-4PM. More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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