Geography and Demography
Surrey is a municipality on the Fraser River near its discharge into the Strait of Georgia between Vancouver Island and the mainland at the southwestern corner of the Canadian Province of British Columbia. A part of the Greater Vancouver Regional District, after Vancouver it is the second city of the district and of the province. The municipal area of more than 120 square miles extends from the river 15 miles southwards to the international border at Blaine in the State of Washington. The 2011 Census reported a population of 468,251, a growth from 394,976 in 2006.
Recent History
Surrey incorporated in 1879. After the construction of the Pattullo Bridge across the river from New Westminster to Surrey in 1937, dramatic expansion followed. In the 1950s, the Whalley/North Surrey neighbourhood filled with homes for commuters to Burnaby and Vancouver. In the 1980s and 1990s, Surrey received new residents from all over Canada and the world, especially Asia. The growing City of Surrey soon may surpass Vancouver in population.
Transportation
Highway 1 of the Trans-Canada Highway passes through the Guildford section of Surrey on its eastern transcontinental course. In the early 1990s, rail transit returned when the SkyTrain Expo Line added four Surrey stations with 35-minute service to downtown Vancouver. Vancouver International Airport, 17 miles to the west, operates daily flights to destinations in North America, Europe, and Asia. Abbotsford International Airport, 15 miles to the east, operates daily flights to Calgary and Edmonton and seasonal flights to Puerto Vallarta in Mexico.
Sustainability PlanIn 2008, the Surrey Council created the Surrey Sustainability Charter, a comprehensive plan to guide urban development of the growing city. The charter has conceptual goals, a framework for action, and an implementation strategy breaking sustainable development down into socio-cultural, economic, and environmental aspects. Preservation of agricultural reserves as a good investment in husbandry is an important part of the plan. The goals are to encourage urban agriculture, reduce reliance on food transport, improve food quality and availability, and develop value-adding food processing agribusinesses. |
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Surrey Town Centres
The six town centres are Cloverdale, Fleetwood, Guildford, Newton, South Surrey, and Whalley/City Centre. Cloverdale, settled in the mid to late 1800s, has grown from a rural, agricultural community into a hub of commerce still retaining much of its historic charm. The Cloverdale Fairgrounds host an annual rodeo.
Fleetwood residents named their sector in honour of a local soldier killed in the First World War and commemorated by a statue in front of the Fleetwood Community Centre and Library. The Fleetwood Community Association, formed in 1923, sponsors the annual Fleetwood Festival to promote and celebrate the local heritage. Besides the community centre, Fleetwood residents and their guests enjoy recreation at the Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex with aquatic facilities and Fleetwood Park with landscaped trails, gardens, and playing fields.
In Guildford commercial activity centres on 152 Street and 104 Avenue around the Guildford Town Centre Mall. (On the Surrey traffic grid, streets run north-south in ascending numerical order from west to east and avenues east-west in ascending numbers from south to north.) Guilford Town Centre businesses have good access to the Trans-Canada Highway and convenient proximity to the terminal station of the SkyTrain Expo Line. Residential growth proceeds in the Fraser Heights neighbourhood, a good investment overlooking the river.
Newton’s namesake is E J Newton, who in 1886 settled at what is now 72 Avenue and 124 Street near the present town centre at the intersection of 72 Avenue and King George Boulevard. In Newton are the historic Sullivan Community Hall and the Fraser Valley Heritage Rail Society.
The South Surrey historic resort community of Crescent Beach is a popular attraction. The Historic Stewart Farm in Elgin Heritage Park gives visitors a colorful glimpse of Surrey’s farming history
Whalley, once merely a gas station with a small store, is today a thriving urban core with Simon Fraser University Surrey, Surrey Memorial Hospital, shopping opportunities, and recreational attractions. Whalley/Surrey City Centre is now the region’s second downtown.
New Surrey Live MLS Listings
Surrey, a Great Community
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16685 80 Avenue in Surrey: Fleetwood Tynehead House for sale : MLS®# R2693685
16685 80 Avenue Surrey V4N 0G7 
$15,999,999Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2693685
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,400 sq. ft.
Primetime Surrey Location! Amazing development opportunity in Fleetwood! This acreage is currently proposed for Mid-Rise Transition on the Fraser Hwy Side (Up to 15 Storeys) with commercial on the ground floor and Low-Rise on the 80th Avenue Side. Property falls under Frequent Transit Network meaning FSR is based off of Gross Land Area. Less than 250 metres from the Skytrain Station. Close to both schools and rec centre. More detailsListed by Century 21 Coastal Realty Ltd.
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8748 - 8760 156 Street in Surrey: Fleetwood Tynehead Land for sale : MLS®# R2703371
8748 - 8760 156 Street Surrey V0V 0V0
$6,480,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2703371
Corner lot (approx. 22910 sqft). on Fraser Highway and 156 St. Future rapid transit corridor. Rezoning potential! More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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6041 KING GEORGE Boulevard in Surrey: Panorama Ridge House for sale : MLS®# R2634779
6041 KING GEORGE Boulevard Surrey V3X 1G3
$6,300,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2634779
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1 sq. ft.
.86 acre King George properties also for sale, possible potential for large development. More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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9233 173A Street in Surrey: Fleetwood Tynehead House for sale in "Fleetwood Tynehead" : MLS®# R2646094
9233 173A Street Surrey V4N 6H6
$5,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2646094
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,362 sq. ft.
This 2.5 acres huge potential property! The PROPERTY is UNDER "Anniedale-Tynehead" NCP, low density residential 10 UPA per acre. It is located at the fast growing North SURREY area. EASY ACCESS TO 176 AND HWY 1, GUILDFORD MALL. Must see it! More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty - Aedis Realty
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17280 88 Avenue in Surrey: Fleetwood Tynehead Land for sale : MLS®# R2682595
17280 88 Avenue Surrey V4N 3G3
$5,299,900Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2682595
28.62 Acres Land only. Central location to build your dream home, Fertile soil suitable for various crops, fruits & vegetables. Easy Access to Highway #15 (176 Street), Fraser Highway, Highway #1 (Trans-Canada) and Golden Ears Way. Call for more Details. More detailsListed by Century 21 AAA Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
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5467 123 Street in Surrey: Panorama Ridge House for sale : MLS®# R2701375
5467 123 Street Surrey V3X 3A8
$5,150,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2701375
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 5,389 sq. ft.
For more information, click the Brochure button below.This extraordinary acreage is one of a kind! Uniquely situated in a key hidden center of the Vancouver Mainland, hidden in a park with your own creek and trails. Extensive construction perks like concrete outer walls and the finest of materials that are not seen in this area. The lands and private gardens, walking areas, even bike riding on and off the large estate! 1000's of feet of Ancient Roman style bricks and garden walls, reach nearly a block long into its own forested estate. The interior is done by master artists at their very finest. This is a one of a kind masterpiece, nothing like it from Vancouver to Whistler! Jaw dropping ambiance for the kind of person who appreciates old world beauty, privacy, and central location. More detailsListed by Stratten Gates Real Estate Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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12256 57 Avenue in Surrey: Panorama Ridge House for sale in "PANORAMA RIDGE ESTATES" : MLS®# R2680186
12256 57 Avenue Surrey V3X 3H7
$4,288,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2680186
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 8,181 sq. ft.
An ENTERTAINERS DREAM in prestigious Panorama Ridge! This 8181 sq ft mansion has extensive renovations & is meticulously maintained. Step inside to a towering vaulted entry, stunning formal dining area, 6 gas fireplaces & solid oak floors & doors. Incredible new kitchen w 2 subzero fridges & high end appliances overlooking breathtaking SOUTH facing backyard. Infloor heating throughout home. 4 oversized bedrooms upstairs, walk in closet & renovated master suite w Calcutta gold marble tile. Downstairs features multiple games rooms, gym, new movie theatre w 133' screen & gold leaf accents. Extensive use of stamped concrete around home. Triple car garage. Concrete pool w new cover, hot tub, outdoor bar area w Fire magic BBQ, regulation size tennis courts w lights & more. This home has it all! More detailsListed by Royal LePage - Wolstencroft - Aedis Realty
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9284 - 9294 126A Street in Surrey: Queen Mary Park Surrey House for sale : MLS®# R2700984
9284 - 9294 126A Street Surrey V3V 5G2
$3,999,879Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2700984
- Bedrooms:
- 10
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,448 sq. ft.
Builder Alert!!! Location, Location, Location! Fully renovated home on big lot (10,153 sqft). 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms upstairs with big living room, dining room & kitchen. 2 bedroom unauthorized suite downstairs. lots of parking. Exterior has stucco and stone finish. Beautiful landscaping in the yard. MUST SEE INSIDE. Both properties Sell together 9284-126A ST AND 9294 126A STREET Total 17,742 sq. ft. Two properties can be sub-divided into 3 lots or duplex lots(check with city),including lots with most popular south facing backyard! Best, quiet & beautiful street with many new mansions on the street. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Global Force Realty - Aedis Realty
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16452 93A Avenue in Surrey: Fleetwood Tynehead House for sale : MLS®# R2681300
16452 93A Avenue Surrey V4N 5S3
$3,799,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2681300
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 7,380 sq. ft.
Welcome to a stunning luxurious estate of the most desired neighborhood in Fleetwood. This custom built property sits on a 16,465 sqft Land. The main house has 7310 sqft, with 700 sqft triple garage. The main foyer greets you with an opulent double height ceiling with radiant floor heating throughout, professional landscaping. High ceiling family room and open island kitchen boast granite counter tops, gas stove, wok-kitchen, adjoins with dining & breakfast nook. There is plenty of space for gathering, relaxation and entertaining with Theater room, Gym, Rec room, outdoor heated pool and hot tub. Master bdrm suite has a big den/office, and spa-like bathroom, fireplace, huge walk-in closet. Basement contains 2 bdrm suite + another potential 1-or-2 brdm suite. Book your private tour today. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty (Kingsway) Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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16467 86B Avenue in Surrey: Fleetwood Tynehead House for sale : MLS®# R2667827
16467 86B Avenue Surrey V4N 5L9
$3,698,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2667827
- Bedrooms:
- 11
- Bathrooms:
- 9
- Floor Area:
- 8,280 sq. ft.
Welcome to one of Fleetwood's highly desired neighborhoods in Surrey. This stunning modern home is situated on an 18,000 sqft plus lot with massive 8,200 sqft plus of living space and a 1,300 sqft covered deck. Open concept home offers an open kitchen with a separate spice kitchen and high ceilings. Features include 11 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, an entertaining media room with a wet bar and radiant heat throughout the home. 2+1 bedroom basement suites and a 1 bedroom side in-law suite on the main with a full washroom and walk out balcony. A luxurious 3 car garage with a large open driveway that provides ample parking. Walking distance to both elementary and high school including the academic prestigious Holy Cross Regional High School. More detailsListed by Century 21 Supreme Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
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