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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10871 SPRINGWOOD Court in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2423187
$3,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2423187
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,965 sq. ft.
Welcome to this 5000 sqft brand new home on a 12179 sqft big lot in Steveston North, 1 minute walk from the the West Dyke Trail with spectacular mountain and ocean views. This unique and luxurious house hosts 5 en-suited bedrooms(4 up and 1 main) and 6 bathrooms, an office and a spacious media/multi function room . It offers top of line MIELE appliances in both Main and Wok kitchen , Schonbek chandeliers throughout the house ,imported marble and engineering hard wood flooring, Air conditioning, HRV, Central Vac, 3 car garage and a Smart Home System. 385 sqft covered porch with fire place and sundeck on the 2nd floor makes your summer time even more enjoyable. 2-5-10 warranty plus 50 year warranty on roof is included. Wait no more! Open House: Jan 04, 2020, Sat, 2-4PM. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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10777 SPRINGMONT Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2364736
$3,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2364736
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,337 sq. ft.
Very unique outstanding custom built Mediterranean style home in the most prestige Stevenson north area overlook the ocean. Corner lot, all stone decorated 3 level plus a separate accessory building close to 4500 sq interior and over 2100 sq out door space. Luxury finishing inside & out with 16"4 ceiling grand entrance, custom made library, elevator, dome ceiling, gym, home office, home theater, nanny suite, high tech alarm system, lots of LED color lighting, 900 sqft huge patio at the back; Each room has its own en suite and balcony plus roof top deck with fantastic ocean view, total deck area is over 1200 sqft made this home so unique that you never see in Richmond.school catchment: Steves Elementary&Boyd Secondary and quite, safe & friendly neighborhood walk distance to Ocean. More detailsListed by Coldwell Banker Prestige Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5611 STEVESTON Highway in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2417908
$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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3860 WILLIAMS Road in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2426051
$2,999,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2426051
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,303 sq. ft.
Don't miss out on this beautiful custom brand new home on an oversized lot, complete with high-end finishings, air conditioning, crown moldings, a 3 car garage, and overheight ceilings! The upper level includes 4 good-sized bedrooms (all with en-suites), while the main floor offers an open-concept, formal living, dining and family room. Off the main kitchen is a large spice kitchen which has a 6-burner Fulgor gas stove. Other features include a 1 bdrm separate rental (or in-law) suite, a media room, a private backyard, and an outdoor covered patio space with a built-in BBQ. Only minutes to Steveston Village, the Richmond dyke walking trail and public transit. Within the Hugh Boyd Secondary and Steves Elementary school district. Call for a private showing. Open house Jan 25/sat/2-4pm More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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10875 SPRINGMONT Gate in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2427769
$2,598,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2427769
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,104 sq. ft.
3 Yeas new benchmark for craftsman style 5 bedrooms in popular Stevenson Ave. With this great location you can leave the car at home and enjoy the best of she Stevenson Marina lifestyle. Walk to the trails, the dyke, the parks, take a bike ride to the village for lunch or take the city bus right from your house to everywhere else. Open floor plan on the main level is highlighted with over sized windows, soaring 16' ceiling & a state of the art kitchen/entertaining space that combines ultra modern details with efficient layout. The top floor incl 4 bright bdrms & a Irg private outdoor area finished with rich natural woods & sustainable finishing. Schools: Manoah Steves and Hugh Boyd Secondary. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty Premier - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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10600 TREPASSEY Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2425954
$2,499,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2425954
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,456 sq. ft.
Luxury custom built home located in desirable Steveston North area. The one of a kind contemporary style withyy tasteful interior design makes this home stand out from others. Features over 3,300 sq ft living space. High end hardwood floor, granite countertops & backsplash, elegant Italian tiles, Miele appliances, upstairs has 4 bdrms including 2 mstr bdrms. Close to McMath Secondary & rank #`1 Diefenbaker Elementary. Radiant hot water heat, A/C, HRV, 2-5-10 new home insurance. Pleasure to show! OPEN HOUSE Jan. 25th. 2-4 PM More detailsListed by Multiple 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®# R2420527
$2,499,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2420527
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- 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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10331 FRESHWATER Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2421586
$2,495,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2421586
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,478 sq. ft.
Wow,Wow,Wow. This luxury mansion is built by famous Rhine River Luxury Homes. It has 7,065 sqft lot and 3,478 sqft finished area. Total 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. Upstairs has 4 ensuites, Master en-suites walks out to 280 sq ft roof deck, enjoy tea or coffee watching the beautiful street view. German Bosch appliances, wok kitchen, A/C and HRV Radiant heating, central vacuum, camera security system.So many luxury features. Legal suite with separate entrance . Walking distance to Ranking # 1, Diefenbaker French/English Elementary school. Steveston Historic Village, fishermen wharf, Seafair Shopping mall, Quichena golf course, all the amenities are nearby. Talk with the listing agent about your move in plan today. Saturday & Sunday afternoon 1:00-5:00pm , open house. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3340 PLEASANT Street in Richmond: Steveston Village House for sale : MLS®# R2423014
$2,449,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2423014
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 2,486 sq. ft.
Prime location in Steveston Village for a 66 x 120 (7,920) square foot lot with the bonus of two PID's. Ready to subdivide for the build of two brand new homes of approximately 2,175 square feet. Owner would consider a lease back. 10' foot lane allowance lease has been in place for this property. Do not walk on property without listing agent in attendance. Call today! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Westcoast - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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5551 STEVESTON Highway in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2417142
$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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