Land and People
The City of Delta is a Canadian district municipality,* a part of the Greater Vancouver Regional District of the Province of British Columbia on the peninsula surrounded by the Fraser River on the north, the Strait of Georgia on the west, Boundary Bay on the south, and the City of Surrey on the east. 120 Street from Boundary Bay north to 96 Avenue and from there west to the river forms the border between Delta and Surrey. Delta derives its name from the Fraser River Delta formed by silt deposited over millennia and crossed by several channels.
In the 2011 Census, Delta’s population was 99,863, up 3.3 percent from 2006. About 28 percent of residents are what Canadians call “visible minorities,” mainly Indian, Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, and Korean Asians. Diversity in the schools is not a problem. The Tsawwasen Indian Reserve adjacent to the causeway to the ferry terminal from points on the Vancouver Island archipelago across the Strait of Georgia, home to 1,400 aborigines, is bounded on the south by the small American portion of the peninsula below the 49th Parallel and on the north by a channel of the river delta.
Delta Communities
Delta comprises three distinct, geographically separate communities:
- North Delta in the northeast houses over half Delta’s population. It is a mostly suburban area situated between Surrey and the Burns Bog.
- Ladner started as a 19th-century fishing village in northwest Delta and expanded into a suburb. Historic Ladner is an active fishing village with restored 19th-century homes behind dykes that hold back the water of the raging river.
- Tsawwassen on the ocean in southwest Delta is also suburban. Luxurious homes lining Tsawwassen’s coast reflect the economic growth of that community.
Historical Overview
Thomas and William Ladner in 1868 made a good investment in farming the area named after them. Farming and fishing sustained later settlers as the community grew. Delta incorporated in 1879 with the Village of Ladner as its administrative centre. Geography kept Delta relatively isolated until opening of the George Massey Tunnel in 1959 and redirection of BC Highway 99 in 1962 through Ladner to the tunnel linked Delta to the Richmond and Vancouver municipalities north of the river, ended the isolation, and drove an enormous population growth that brought many new schools and educational facilities to the district over the next 20 years.
Information Links:
http://www.deltachamber.ca
http://sunnytsawwassen.ca
http://www.delta.ca
http://www.delta.ca/parks-recreation/sport-recreation/indoor-facilities
http://www.delta.ca/home-property-development/official-community-plan
Transport and Commerce
The South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority operates a public transit bus system. SkyTrain rail stations in Surrey reach within a few kilometres of North Delta. Delta connects first to New Westminster and then to Richmond by BC Highway 91 over the massive Alex Fraser Bridge opened in 1986 and to Surrey, Langley, and all points east on BC Highway 10. Most car and truck traffic from Vancouver to the USA goes through Delta via Highway 99. Most traffic to Vancouver Island uses the BC Ferries service facilities in the Tsawwassen part of Delta.
Delta’s Boundary Bay Airport, Canada’s fifth busiest in aircraft movements is primarily for general aviation, commercial charters, and flying instruction. Vancouver International Airport, 15 miles to the northwest on Sea Island between Vancouver and Richmond, served in 2013 almost 18,000,000 passengers on daily flights to and from airports in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Economy and Sustainability
Agriculture remains vital to Delta’s economic, environmental, and social sustainability. Delta farms and food production facilities produce fruits and berries, herbs, honey, summer and winter vegetables, and meats. Farmers Markets are prominent. The Ladner Village Market is Western Canada’s largest. Delta encourages residents to grow their own vegetables. Several local nonprofit organizations make community garden plots available to residents with no land of their own.
The Fraser Delta area is a bountiful wildlife habitat that makes tourism a good investment as another major part of the economy. Burns Bog, the largest peat bog on the North American west coast, covers about 30 square miles in the east central part of the peninsula west of North Delta. The Burns Bog Conservation Society arranges tours through its trails and waterways. Over 200 migratory bird species stop at Burns Bog. The Delta Nature Reserve in the northeastern corner of Burns Bog has three loops of boardwalks and trails. Meanwhile, out on the ocean, many other tourists enjoy the pastime of whale-watching.
* District municipalities are those greater than eight square kilometers (five square miles) in area with a population density of fewer than 500 per square kilometer (800/square mile). At 141 square miles, Delta has the largest municipal land area in the district; its neighbour to the east, Surrey, is second largest at 122.
New Delta Live MLS Listings
Delta, BC, Vancouver
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8731 FINN Road in Richmond: Gilmore House for sale : MLS®# R2796120
8731 FINN Road Richmond V7A 5C5 
$18,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2796120
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 14,432 sq. ft.
15 Acres park-like huge lot with 14432 sqft house,including private tennis courts, swimming pool and fabulous garden! Custom design by Loy Leyland, this exceptional and extraordinary dream house offers 7 spacious bright ensuite. It features a separate entry with kitchen and two bedrooms. Modern amenities including indoor pool (36'x18'), swirl hot tub, steam room, sauna, gym, wine cellar, wet bar. Private professional landscaped beautiful garden with waterfalls, tennis court, organic vegetable & fruits garden, 3 garages & plenty of visitor parking spaces. A pleasure to show! More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3820 64 Street in Delta: Ladner Rural House for sale (Ladner) : MLS®# R2820540
3820 64 Street Delta V4K 3N2
$12,900,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2820540
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,050 sq. ft.
Opportunity awaits with this remarkable Prime Productive Delta Farmland! Boasting 135 acres on 1 Title, this property offers road frontages on 64 Street, 36 Avenue, and Highway 17. Enjoy a steady income stream with 3 tenanted homes and leased land in corn and potato crop. The property is fully serviced with municipal water and features a 50' by 100' shop. With 3 Phase power available at the lot line, Natural Gas at the road, the possibilities for this property are endless. Call your Realtor today for a tour of this unique property! More detailsListed by B.C. Farm & Ranch Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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13091 NO. 3 Road in Richmond: Gilmore Land for sale : MLS®# R2467607
13091 NO. 3 Road Richmond V7A 1X7
$12,000,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2467607
A rare opportunity to own a piece of 34.8 acre farmland on No. 3 Road and all the way to Gilbert Road! Build your dream home with beautiful green space or keep as an investment. A piece of productive farmland nestled between No. 3 Road and Gilbert just south of Steveston Hwy. Please do not disturb tenant. GREAT LOCATION RIGHT ON RICHMOND NO 3 ROAD. Virtual Tour https://youtu.be/9w_kYBKAKwg More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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13251 NO. 4 Road in Richmond: Gilmore House for sale : MLS®# R2829534
13251 NO. 4 Road Richmond V7A 3A2
$11,900,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2829534
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 7,512 sq. ft.
COUNTRY ESTATE IN RICHMOND SOUTHLANDS. Come and take a look at this luxury home with 27 acres in a sought-after area in Richmond BC. This custom-built home features 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, and over 7500 sqft of luxury living with exceptional workmanship, design & craftsmanship throughout. Entertain your guests in your large living, dining, family, and media rooms or enjoy the outdoor pool and private backyard that are perfect for summer parties! Additional features include gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main floor with radiant heating, Alarm HRV, games room above plus a caretaker suite with a separate entrance. With a 4 car garage and the perfect location that is walking distance to the Dyke with Farm Views, what more could you ask for? More detailsListed by RE/MAX Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6520 68 Street in Delta: East Delta House for sale (Ladner) : MLS®# R2755909
6520 68 Street Delta V4K 4E2
$7,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2755909
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 5,472 sq. ft.
Take advantage of this special opportunity to own a 20 acre farm/estate located in very central location near Tilbury Industrial Park and right by Highway 991. The property includes a large 5.500 sq ft family home. Recent upgrades include new energy saving high efficiency Boiler, new flooring and fresh paint. Property contains large 8000 SF barn, and fully operational Blueberry farm. Very quiet location in a perfect farm setting. Don't miss this opportunity to own this very unique property! More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6020 28 Avenue in Tsawwassen: Beach Grove Land for sale : MLS®# R2795731
6020 28 Avenue Tsawwassen V4K 3N2
$5,990,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2795731
Beach Grove Land for sale: Welcome to Tsawwassen, the sunniest, least rainiest place in all of Metro Vancouver. This 37.25 acre parcel of Prime A1 agricultural farmland sits on some of the most fertile & productive soil in BC and this Summer's crop of choice is none other than local, South Delta corn. With easy & convenient paved road access for machinery and an outbuilding once used as a country vegetable stand, this farmland forms part of a rich, long standing & well known farming community whose reputation & products have earned world wide interest. http://becirrealestate.com/mylistings.html/listing.r2795731-6020-28-avenue-tsawwassen-v4k-3n2.99675407 More detailsListed by Royal LePage Regency Realty - Aedis Realty
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5665 HWY 17A Highway in Delta: Neilsen Grove Land for sale (Ladner) : MLS®# R2814026
5665 HWY 17A Highway Delta V4K 1S9
$5,899,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2814026
Offering 25.75 acres of land, this property stands as an excellent investment opportunity in proximity to Captain's Cove Marina and the recently established Cascades Casino Delta. Access to the property is facilitated through an easement from River Road, complemented by an impressive 1,087.40 feet of frontage along Highway #17. The land boasts fertile soil conducive to the cultivation of various crops, including vegetables and berries. Additionally, it presents an ideal location for the construction of your dream home as well as a storage facility. City Water, Gas, and Hydro connections are accessible via River Road, ensuring convenience. Furthermore, this property offers easy reach to Richmond and Vancouver, as well as a wide range of amenities. Don't miss out on this one! More detailsListed by RE/MAX 2000 Realty - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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9491 FINN Road in Richmond: Gilmore House for sale : MLS®# R2789702
9491 FINN Road Richmond V7A 2L3
$5,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2789702
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 11,443 sq. ft.
A truly Grand Mansion with more than half acre lot and over 11,OOOsqft home! House blends the modern luxury at its finest, an amazing double circular staircase, a full size home theater & entertainment room with wet Bar. There is also separated suite on the main floor with its own kitchen, family room, dining room and bedroom and bathroom, is perfect for extended family or rent out. Detached four car garage separate with the house. Too many details to describe, come to surprise yourself. Proud to show! More detailsListed by Maxworth Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2447 56 Street in Delta: Tsawwassen North House for sale (Tsawwassen) : MLS®# R2819074
2447 56 Street Delta V4L 2P2
$5,750,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2819074
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 3,330 sq. ft.
An amazing opportunity to enjoy country living with city conveniences awaits you at 2447 56 St, Tsawwassen, BC. This property offers a family home and 24.93 acres of blueberry farm in a very convenient location. The 5-bedroom, 3,330 sqft, home was built in 2006 and underwent a complete renovation in 2021. The property also boasts a 4,200 sq.ft. barn for all your farm equipment and more. The highly productive blueberry farm consists of 7 acres of Duke, 11 acres of Bluecrop, and 3 acres of Legacy variety, yielding approximately 300,000 lbs of blueberries/yr. The on-site sales of fresh blueberries to recurring customers this is an excellent source of additional revenue. Located close to Tsawwassen Mills/Commons, Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course, Ferry Terminals, and South Point Academy. This property offers easy access via Hwy 17 and 99. Don't miss out on this unique chance to have the best of both worlds- country and city living. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2975 53RD Street in Delta: Tsawwassen North House for sale (Tsawwassen) : MLS®# R2775898
2975 53RD Street Delta V4L 2N5
$5,575,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2775898
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,538 sq. ft.
NICE SQUARE 17.34 acre parcel with 823 road frontage and roughed in second driveway entrance features a comfortable 4 bedroom country style home with recent roof, exterior paint & carpets, a 5 stall barn, hay field, and a generous pasture area which has been an equestrian facility for decades. The property is located 5 minutes from Ladner and Tsawwassen, Tsawwassen Mills Mail, BC Ferries, TFN Industrial Park and 30 minutes from Vancouver. The property holds great future potential with the port expansion and siding onto 2 BC Rail properties beside the railway. Call L/S for further information. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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