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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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
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10351 SCOTSDALE Avenue in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2297811
$3,688,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2297811
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,958 sq. ft.
Luxurious, custom mansion located in desirable, family friendly Steveston North. It features a massive 3958 sqft living area on a huge rectangular 9041 sqft lot. 4 oversized en-suite bedrooms + 4.5 baths. Top of the line, professional appliances and quality cabinets. High end fibre crown mouldings, Italian tile and extensive landscaping. Full voice automation of security, lighting, heating and cooling systems. Insulated 3 car heated garage. Hugh Boyd Secondary, Manoah Steves Elementary. This must see, owner built home was constructed with meticulous care and attention to detail throughout this impressive and feature rich masterpiece. More detailsListed by Maxcel Westcoast Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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10777 SPRINGMONT Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2313747
$3,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2313747
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,337 sq. ft.
A luxury custom-built Mediterranean style house sitting in a quiet corner lot at prestige area Stevenson North overlooking the ocean and mountain view. This special 3-level design home features with high-end materials and 16'4 high ceilings, radiant heating and marble flooring, craw moldings, elevator from main to 3rd floor, library room, media room, office,nanny suite,gym,Bosch appliances, alarm & LED lights. Every room has own en suite with rooftop ocean view, 900 sqft huge patio at the back. This is the ONLY ONE in Richmond! Just mins walk to Dyke! School catchment: Steves Elementary. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty Premier - Aedis Realty
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11811 DUNFORD Road in Richmond: Steveston South House for sale : MLS®# R2224006
$3,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2224006
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,112 sq. ft.
BUILDER AND INVESTOR ALERT! SUBDIVIDED INTO 3 LOTS. BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME HERE. BUY LAND TODAY, SAVE ON TAX. ASK FOR MORE DETAILS. More detailsListed by YVR International Realty - Aedis Realty
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11071 MERCHANTMAN Place in Richmond: Steveston South House for sale in "STEVESTON SOUTH" : MLS®# R2307218
$2,998,500Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2307218
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,843 sq. ft.
Custom designed masterpiece with over 1,065sqft of outdoor space! This ultra modern home in South Steveston is built with superior workmanship. Enjoy lunch from your 140sqft deck with unobstructed view of the North Shore mountains or spend an evening with friends & family on a 304sqft roof deck. Top floor has a large RECRM w/wet bar, large MBDRM, quartz countertops, hardwood flooring, high end bathrooms & custom cabinetry. With this great location you can leave the car at home and enjoy the best of the Steveston lifestyle. Don't miss the chance to own a truly extraordinary home with a unique & superior floorplan with lots of open spaces and natural lighting! EASY TO SHOW. OPEN HOUSE Oct 21, 2-4pm More detailsListed by Bal Realty Services Inc. - Aedis Realty
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10600 TREPASSEY Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2313968
$2,988,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2313968
- 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 with tasteful interior design makes this home stand out from others. Features over 3,300sqft living space, high end hardwood floor, granite contertops & back splash , elegant Italian tiles, Miele Appliances, Upstairs has 4 bdrms including 2 master bdrms. Close to McMath Secondary and rank #1 Diefenbaker Elementary. Radiant hot water heat, A/C, HRV, 2-5-10 new home insurance. Pleasure to show! OPEN HOUSE OCT 13, 2~4PM More detailsListed by Multiple Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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10700 HOLLYBANK Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2294242
$2,830,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2294242
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,008 sq. ft.
Chestfield Development presents this tastefully built craftsmanship home in North Steveston. Custom 3FL open concept floor plan with a built-in elevator makes all floors easily accessible. Spacious 4008 sq ft living area with a spot for a Grand Piano, huge gourmet kitchen with Italian appliances, 4 bedrooms & open family room, pool table sized games room with 5-panel accordion-style folding doors that open up to an additional 430 sqft patio space for year-round outdoor living. Enjoy BBQ's & cocktails from the wet bar next to the outdoor gas fire pit while enjoying sunsets and unobstructed views of the green space and the North Shore Mountains. Direct access to McKenney Elementary school. Condition like new, No GST. More detailsListed by Sotheby's Int'l Realty Canada - Aedis Realty
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10051 SPRINGHILL Crescent in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2282974
$2,780,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2282974
- 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
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10591 SKAGIT Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2294009
$2,749,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2294009
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,378 sq. ft.
Elegantly custom-built house in desirable and quiet Steveston North neighborhood. Steps to the West Dyke Trail and Steveston Village. This house offers high ceilings in the family room, Living room, and dining room. European tile flooring throughout the 1st floor, glass railing, and hardwood flooring in the stairs. Luxurious and open chef's kitchen with top of the line appliances and spice kitchen. Security system alarm, built in vacuum and 2/5/10 years warranty. Mortgage helper 1 bedroom legal suite. Short walking distance to bus stop, parks, schools and shopping. Ready to move in! More detailsListed by YPA Your Property Agent - Aedis Realty
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10620 ARGENTIA Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2297795
$2,698,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2297795
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,355 sq. ft.
Not your average Richmond "Special", this home has a Custom interior and exterior design unlike anything on the market. Just over 3300 sq.ft. this 5 Bed and 5 Bath home in desirable Steveston North was built with Luxury and Quality in mind. Expansive ceilings, extensive detailed craftsman and woodworking designs, perfect combination of H/W floors with inlaid Imported Italian Tiling, gorgeous Quartz, Granite and Onyx counters, highly unique custom color combination make this home stand out in a crowd, Absolute top of the line appliances in a Kitchen Fit for the Fussiest Chefs. Beautiful outdoor patio space, perfect for your guests, incl. 2-5-10 Warranty for peace of mind. Make your appointment for private viewing today! More detailsListed by Sutton Group Seafair Realty - Aedis Realty
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