Steveston in Richmond
Overview
Historic Steveston Village, now a section of the City of Richmond, British Columbia, is a former Canadian salmon canning centre at the mouth of the Fraser River on Lulu Island. Since 1945 it has hosted an annual Steveston Salmon Festival on Canada Day, 1 July.
The Early Days
Manoah Steves arrived with his family in 1878 from Moncton, New Brunswick by way of Chatham, Ontario as the first to settle in the area. The town site, which became Steveston in 1889, had numerous canneries by the 1890s. In 1880, Manoah’s son William Herbert Steves had bought land to develop a town that he hoped would grow into a seaport to rival Vancouver. The British Army Engineers helped him lay out the lots and squares. By 1890, Steveston had a steamboat wharf, an opera house, hotels, retail stores, a newspaper, and a hospital. Each summer throngs of seasonal fishermen and cannery workers joined the growing population of year-round villagers. Fishing supported boatbuilding, and sailing ships from around many parts docked at the harbour to load cargoes of canned salmon.
By 1912, however, with automated fish processing demand for labor decreased, and the town’s population declined quickly. Canning as a part of the local economy finally faded out in the 1990s. The Gulf of Georgia Cannery, built in 1894 and at one time the largest in British Columbia, reopened in 1994 as a National Historic Site of Canada. The present post office, museum, and tourist information centre was once a branch of the Royal Bank of Canada. The Steveston Historical Society has operated the museum since 1979 in the 1905 building that had been first the bank and then a doctor’s office.
Post-war Steveston developed along with Richmond into a residential suburb of Vancouver as farmland converted to housing. Since the 1970s the community, still a fishing port, has developed its heritage character and its waterfront to attract tourism and related service businesses.
Film Productions
Picturesque Steveston is a frequent location for feature films and television programs. It was a stand-in for Marblehead, Massachusetts in the 2010 film adaptation of The Death and Life of Charlie St Cloud and the scene of fictional Steveston, Maine in the TV movie A Cooler Climate. It has been a location for the X-Files series as Steveston, Massachusetts and in a Stargate SG-1 episode as Steveston, Oregon. Steveston storefronts and business façades along Moncton Street near the cannery form the cinematic set for the television series Once Upon A Time. The 2014 remake of Godzilla filmed some scenes in Steveston on the same street locations as those for Once Upon a Time.
Information Links:
http://www.steveston.bc.ca/newsletter020605.html
stevestonivillage.com
http://www.richmond.ca/parksrec/centres/stevestoncentre/steveston.htm http://www.richmond.ca/__shared/assets/steveston566.pdf
Tourism
Today Steveston still maintains the character of a quaint, historic fishing village. Over 350 businesses and services accommodate a growing population. Steveston in 2002 was the site of a rendezvous of hundreds of restored tall sailing ships that attracted 400,000 to the dramatic spectacle along the coastline.
The canneries are gone, but Steveston is nevertheless home port to a large fishing fleet of over 600 vessels. Steveston remains a fishing village with tourism expanding quickly as an economic driver. The village retains a pleasantly tranquil atmosphere even with thousands of visitors on the streets on sunny summer days. Two National Historic Sites of Canada, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery and Britannia Heritage Shipyard Park, are colorful reminders of its maritime past.
New Steveston Live MLS Listings
Steveston in Richmond
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3128 WILLIAMS Road in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2486048
3128 WILLIAMS Road Richmond V7E 1J1 
$4,498,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2486048
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,419 sq. ft.
RARE OCEANFRONT HOUSE with SOUTH facing backyard. Enjoy the magnificent OCEAN view from the moment you wake up in the morning. Watch the spectacular evening sunset on your private balcony, deck, or from the comfort of the enormous living and dining rooms. Over 2100sqft of balcony/patio/deck space. This custom built luxury home features 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, a gym room, theater room, office, wine cooler! With air conditioning to keep you cool during the Summer and radiant heating throughout the house for maximum comfort during the Winter. Water filtration system throughout the entire home's water system. Enter the kitchen and an over-sized MARBLE island welcomes you. 6 burner gas range in the wok kitchen. Over 23 feet ceiling height in foyer & over 18 feet ceiling in living room. More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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10428 LASSAM Road in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2479339
10428 LASSAM Road Richmond V7E 2C3
$3,480,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2479339
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,045 sq. ft.
Just like new home in desirable Steveston North area! Rear 9395 sqft lot with a 4045 sqft living space. Top quality customer built home with elegant and functional open layout. This stunning home features high ceiling on living room and family room. Floor to ceiling windows get lots of natural light. High end marble flooring throughout, a sensational gourmet kitchen with a separate wok kitchen, extensive use of granite countertops, world class brand name appliances, radiant hot water heating system, A/C, HRV, sound system, full security system with 9 HD cameras, and a home theatre system with a luxury wine bar. 4 bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms up. Master bedroom connects with huge balcony overlooking beautiful customer designed back yard. 3 car garage. Top school catchment. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5611 STEVESTON Highway in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2417908
5611 STEVESTON Highway Richmond V7E 2K7
$3,098,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2417908
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,300 sq. ft.
67,123 SF LAND ASSEMBLY with 495' FRONTAGE. Designated for townhomes under OCP. Prime Steveston North location between No. 2 Road and Lassam Road. Adjacent property to the east just started development for townhomes. Please drive by, DO NOT disturb the owners. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Westcoast - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3280 SPRINGTHORNE Crescent in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2488181
3280 SPRINGTHORNE Crescent Richmond V7E 1Z7
$3,088,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2488181
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,260 sq. ft.
Magnificently crafted newly built residence with gorgeous views located next to Steveston North. This gorgeous home boasts 3680 sqft on two spacious levels including garage, sitting on a huge 6248 sqft lot. Built by an experienced builder finished with quality materials premium hardwood flooring, European tiles, custom designer kitchen and lighting, jaw dropping staircase& MORE. 6 bedrooms & 5 Bathrooms, 2 huge kitchens, radiant floor heat, AC/HRV, mixed exterior,storage shed, B/I security & vacuum. More detailsListed by Bal Realty Services Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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10351 CORNERBROOK Crescent in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale in "Steveston North" : MLS®# R2494178
10351 CORNERBROOK Crescent Richmond V7E 4H5
$2,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2494178
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,347 sq. ft.
Proud to live in the best neighbourhood of Richmond. This TOP quality custom built home offers all luxury living you are looking for. Elegent full granite stone exterior, 5 ensuite bedroom, theatre room, top of the line appliances loaded in this best layout home. Steps to John Diefenbaker Elementary and Hugh Boyd Secondary (IB Program), West Dyke Trail and Golf Course. More detailsListed by Jovi Realty Inc. and Sutton Group - 1st West Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3328 WILLIAMS Road in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale in "Seafair" : MLS®# R2484786
3328 WILLIAMS Road Richmond V7E 1V8
$2,780,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2484786
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,394 sq. ft.
Great Location, South facing, Stunning almost new custom built home in well known beautiful Seafair Area. 5 bedrooms & 6 washrooms, Spectacular vaulted ceiling in Foyer, Living, Dining & Family Rooms with Crystal Chandeliers. Superior workmanship with Imported tiles on Main floor. Spacious Gourmet Kitchen & wok Kitchen with High-end appliances, that opens out to a covered Patio with BBQ connection. 1 bedroom +living room + Kitchen + laundry legal suite with separate entry. A/C, HRV, Radiant Heat, 4 Camera Security System, 3 Car Garage, Central Vac, Electric Gate & 2-5-10 New Home Warranty. School catchments: Boyd Secondary(IB Program) & Steves Elementary. Walking distance to schools, shopping, community center. Easy to show!!! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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10340 SPRINGMONT Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2478969
10340 SPRINGMONT Drive Richmond V7E 1W1
$2,698,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2478969
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,076 sq. ft.
ABSOLUTELY STUNNING - This is what you have been waiting for. Gorgeous new home on a quiet street, backing onto a park, with so much privacy + luxury throughout. This home has beautiful floors, the best floorplan w/ ideal living room/dining room sep. frm the fam rm + kitchen. The 4 bdrms up all have their own en-suite bthrms & the master has a walk-in closet + huge spa 5-pc ensuite. There is a 3-car garage, ample storage, legal suite, office by the front door & all this on the quiet and peaceful Springmont Drive only steps to the ocean, parks, schools, golf course, amenities and everything Steveston North has to offer. Full C4 home automation, and stunning finishing - bike to the schools & walk to the stores - what a great location - and one of the best homes around. More detailsListed by Angell, Hasman & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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10051 SPRINGHILL Crescent in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2476282
10051 SPRINGHILL Crescent Richmond V7E 1W7
$2,498,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2476282
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,735 sq. ft.
Prestigious corner lot home in the exquisite Steveston North area. A great home for a family with a large living & family room & media room. Quality & elegance is everywhere, great detail, high end kitchen cabinets & appliances, granite countertops & light fixtures. Schools, shopping & parks are a mere stone throw away. Must see for everyone. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5551 STEVESTON Highway in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2417142
5551 STEVESTON Highway Richmond V7E 2K7
$2,400,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2417142
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,060 sq. ft.
Last large land assembly between No. 2 Road and Railway. Designated for townhomes in the OCP. Nine sellers have assembled 67,123 square feet with 495 frontage and depth of 150. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Westcoast - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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10591 SKAGIT Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2450522
10591 SKAGIT Drive Richmond V7E 1Z9
$2,388,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2450522
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,378 sq. ft.
Custom built home one a beautiful and quiet street in Stevestone North area. Close to 3400 sf of living space featuring 4 bedrooms up and 3 bathrooms. High ceiling with large size windows brings brightness to all rooms. Spacious open & functional layout, Chef's dream kitchen with top of the line appliances and separate wok kitchen. Extensive use of granite counter tops, radiant heating, air conditioning, HRV, security monitor system, 2/5/10 years warranty etc. One bedroom legal suite on main floor will be a great mortgage helper. Close to shops, parks, transit. open house on Sept. 20 (Sun) 2-4 pm. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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