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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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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10600 TREPASSEY Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2462875
10600 TREPASSEY Drive Richmond V7E 4K7
$2,568,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2462875
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,456 sq. ft.
Luxurious and one of a kind contemporary style custom built home on a 7000 sq ft lot in the desirable Steveston North area! Grand entrance with marble and hard wood flooring, high ceiling in the living and family rooms, unique lighting, large windows and cozy fireplaces. Gourmet kitchen with granite countertop & backsplash, high end cabinetry and top of the line Miele appliances. 2 elegant master bedrooms with 2 other lovely bedrooms on the upper level, all with ensuite. Functional den and media room with beautiful backyard for the family to enjoy. Close to parks, schools (McMath Secondary, Diefenbaker Elementary), Community Centre, dyke, shops, restaurants, and everything Steveston Village has to offer! Call for your private showing! More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty Westmar - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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220 12088 3RD Avenue in Richmond: Steveston Village Condo for sale in "The Roderick" : MLS®# R2468874
220 12088 3RD Avenue Richmond V7E 0C3
$2,475,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2468874
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,534 sq. ft.
This Penthouse, in the heart of Steveston Village, will absolutely impress the sophisticated buyer looking for a turnkey, high quality home beyond what has ever been available before. The Roderick combines modern interiors with a heritage exterior keeping in theme with the laid back historic setting of Fisherman's Wharf. Courtyard entrance to this 3 bdrm and den. All on one level with an upper roof deck over 1800 sf. 360 degree views to the River and the Gulf Islands. Main level deck is over 1000sf. Wide plank HW flooring, wool carpets, stone counters, top of the line appliances, air conditioning, separate laundry room, spacious master suite with deck access, and gas and water supplies on deck. Double private garage underground. Garry Point, shopping and restaurants at your doorstep. More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - 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. Don't miss it. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
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4591 TRIMARAN Drive in Richmond: Steveston South House for sale : MLS®# R2460593
4591 TRIMARAN Drive Richmond V7E 4R4
$2,368,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2460593
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 3,955 sq. ft.
STUNNING QUALITY BUILT HOME in Richmond's most desired Steveston communities. This elegant and modern masterpiece has everything-Miele appliance, custom glass railings, radiant heating, HRV & A/C, built-in security system and monitoring cameras, high-end kitchen, steam shower and body sprays, 6 spacious bdrms, separate media room, European faucets, private landscaped yard, 2-5-10 Warranty just to name you a few. You will love the well laid-out floor plan and the 3,955 sq. ft. of living space. Home is located in the prestigious Westwind Elementary/Steveston London Secondary/McMath Secondary catchments. Mins away from Steveston Village and shopping. Must see to appreciate! More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
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5531 STEVESTON Highway in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2418302
5531 STEVESTON Highway Richmond V7E 2K7
$2,310,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2418302
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,019 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 !50 .. DRIVE BY. Do not disturb owners. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty Westmar - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3791 SPRINGFIELD Drive in Richmond: Steveston North House for sale : MLS®# R2462064
3791 SPRINGFIELD Drive Richmond V7E 1Z3
$2,199,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2462064
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,355 sq. ft.
LOCATION: Close to Steveston Village (restaurants, banks , Save on Food, Fisherman`s Wharf etc ), and Garry Point Park; SOUTH NORTH FACING: Top quality materials with high end finishing's & workmanship. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, plus den & media room on main floor, high ceilings, large wok kitchen, covered patio, radiant heat,AC, HRV system, surveillance system.NO SHOWINGS TILL JULY 16. THANKS More detailsListed by RE/MAX Westcoast - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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11071 MERCHANTMAN Place in Richmond: Steveston South House for sale : MLS®# R2460404
11071 MERCHANTMAN Place Richmond V7E 4R3
$2,199,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2460404
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,784 sq. ft.
A MODERN, ONE-OF-A-KIND MASTERPIECE IN SOUTH STEVESTON! This BRAND NEW & CUSTOM-DESIGNED home is an architectural DREAM! Almost 3,800 SF of interior living and over 1,150 SF of private outdoor space with unobstructed views of the North Shore mountains. SUPERIOR workmanship throughout! Stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, gas cooktops, separate wok/spice kitchen, custom cabinets, high-end fixtures, A/C & beautiful hardwood flooring. Top floor is PERFECT for entertaining family and friends and features a large flex area with wet bar & two decks (combined outdoor area of 450 SF)! Double garage with extra parking in the drive way. Close to various bike paths. School Catchments: Westwind Elementary (French Immersion) & McMath Secondary. Must see! Call today for a private viewing. More detailsListed by eXp Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5700 MONCTON Street in Richmond: Steveston South House for sale in "STEVESTON" : MLS®# R2468986
5700 MONCTON Street Richmond V7E 3B4
$1,988,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2468986
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,026 sq. ft.
This lovely and elegant 4 bdrm plus den home with 3 car garage enjoys an extra spacious 8712 sq ft lot and offers lovely updates such as beautiful granite counters with large kitchen island, high end stainless steel appliances, beautiful cabinetry, cherry hardwood floors, updated bathrooms, expanded ensuite with Nu-heat radiant floors and large principal rooms. Relax in the warm solarium and escape in the quiet enjoyment of your private, sunny South back yard surrounded by lush greenery. Gorgeous stone work exterior boosts the curb appeal and the location close to Steveston Village shops, schools, transit and parks seals the deal. Homma Elementary and McMath Secondary school districts. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Westcoast - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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