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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13377 BARKER Street in Surrey: Queen Mary Park Surrey Land for sale : MLS®# R2546340
13377 BARKER Street Surrey V3R 5Y4 
$16,607,565Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2546340
Gateway of the Surrey City Centre. A unique opportunity for a major developer/builder. ~500m to skytrain station. An assembly of 3 properties. Total proposed 946,300 gross sq.ft. buildable, 3 High-rises & 2 low-rises. 3rd reading approved. Contact realtor for more details. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty
- Aedis Realty
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13283 56 Avenue in Surrey: Panorama Ridge House for sale : MLS®# R2523418
13283 56 Avenue Surrey V3X 2Z5
$9,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2523418
- Bedrooms:
- 11
- Bathrooms:
- 12
- Floor Area:
- 16,398 sq. ft.
Located in South Surrey's most prestigious Panorama Ridge enclave, this Grand-Scale Luxury Estate Residence sits majestically on a private 1.74 park-like estate with gated driveway, manicured gardens and wonderful ocean views. Exceptional quality and design, impressive stonework and hand crafted mill work create a luxurious 11 bedroom, 11 and 4 half bathroom family estate residence like no other with formal Grande Foyer and large entertainment size principal rooms providing direct walk-out access to a private poolside terraces with a covered summer outdoor dining area with fireside outdoor lounge. Additional features include a private Guest Suite, World Class Home Theatre, Massage and Spa room, Professional Gym, Wine room, Media Sports Centre with Baccarat and Wet Bar. More detailsListed by Angell, Hasman & Associates (Malcolm Hasman) Realty Ltd. and Angell, Hasman & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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13804 56 Avenue in Surrey: Panorama Ridge House for sale : MLS®# R2565424
13804 56 Avenue Surrey V3X 2Z8
$7,400,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2565424
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 9,183 sq. ft.
The beautiful luxury custom built house on a tranquil 1.46 acres lot in the Panorama Ridge with uninterrupted view of Boundary bay and Gulf Islands. This house features six bedroom, eight bathrooms, two units central air conditioning, two separate furnace, two hot water tanks, two laundry stations, four separate sound system, designer kitchen, Euroline windows, out door pool and hot tub. Master-bedroom on the main floor and two full home offices, upper level has three ensuites and sitting area. The lower level with other 2 bedrooms, home theatre, wet bar, workshop and storage areas. Too many to list, book your appointment to see the magnificent house. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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9703 161A Street in Surrey: Fleetwood Tynehead House for sale : MLS®# R2499735
9703 161A Street Surrey V4N 2E8
$4,300,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2499735
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,254 sq. ft.
***Total 5 Properties 7.4 Acre LAND ASSEMBLY*** PRIME LOCATION for Townhouse Development Site or Single Family Lots. 1.48 Acres each lot. Services are already at the property line. Canopy Townhouses by Qualico directly across the street. Straight, single street frontage with a culdisac and siding on to Tynehead Park. Future development will have a serene private backyard setting for the entire development. Liveable 2 storey house that has services connected on property line. This is a beautiful location on an amazing street with a great neighbourhood that will have the new Skytrain extension which will be completely walkable! You will find all levels of schools, minutes from shopping, urban amenities, transit, and hwy 1 nearby. Call today to Develop something unique! More detailsListed by Keller Williams Elite Realty - Aedis Realty
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14142 TRITES Road in Surrey: Panorama Ridge House for sale in "Panorama Ridge" : MLS®# R2557203
14142 TRITES Road Surrey V3X 3E8
$3,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2557203
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,053 sq. ft.
LOT SUBDIVISION potential!! Already connected to CITY WATER & SEWAGE!! Almost 2.7 ACRES located in 1/2 AC ZONE. Popular PANORAMA RIDGE with MILLON DOLLAR houses! Lots of subdivision activity happening in the neighborhood for smaller lots. Central location, easy access to King George, White Rock, Richmond. Value mainly in lot. House is in good shape and currently rented. PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty - Aedis Realty
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15232 88 Avenue in Surrey: Fleetwood Tynehead House for sale : MLS®# R2570631
15232 88 Avenue Surrey V3S 2S9
$3,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2570631
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,680 sq. ft.
This offering presents an opportunity to acquire a 0.43 acre residential development site in Surrey, located within the new, expanded Fleetwood Town Centre plan. Early indications from planning staff suggest the ultimate land use designation will likely be 6 storey development up to 2.5 FSR. A draft of the Fleetwood Town Centre pan is estimated to be released later this year which will confirm the land use. Opportunity exists to assemble with neighboring properties. Ask the listing agent for more details on expanding the opportunity. More detailsListed by Frontline Real Estate Services Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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5545 146 Street in Surrey: Sullivan Station House for sale : MLS®# R2570649
5545 146 Street Surrey V3X 0H5
$3,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2570649
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 6,464 sq. ft.
Gorgeous executive home in South Panorama that is perfect for indoor and outdoor living and entertaining. Enjoy ocean views from inside or outside on your covered deck and stay warm with the outdoor firetable. An additional gazebo provides an outdoor entertaining area that is private and peaceful. This home has it all, high end finishings and appliances, ELEVATOR, 3-car garage with a shed, fully equipped theatre and bar, sauna, steam shower, large 8 bedrooms with spacious closets, a bedroom with ensuite on the main floor, in-ground sprinklers, security cameras and more. Backyard faces west, so you can enjoy beautiful sunsets from this home. Located close to all major highways, grocery stores and excellent ice and new hockey academy. DO NOT let this home escape...get it while you can! More detailsListed by SRS Panorama Realty - Aedis Realty
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6282 129 Street in Surrey: Panorama Ridge House for sale in "Panorama Park" : MLS®# R2561457
6282 129 Street Surrey V3X 1S6
$2,999,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2561457
- Bedrooms:
- 11
- Bathrooms:
- 9
- Floor Area:
- 7,017 sq. ft.
Luxurious home in Panorama Park Estates featuring a 3 level custom-built 7017 SF. home on a large 10,086 sq. ft. lot. Located in one of Surrey's best and most sought-after neighbourhoods. Home is near parks, a short walk to Panorama Park Elementary and situated close to all amenities, stores & restaurants. This is an entertainer's dream home, grand architecture design and glamorous decorating w/ lavish luxurious spaces for gatherings. Upper floor boasts spacious 4 bedrooms including a large master. Main floor also hosts a master bedroom. Below features a grand stair hallway, high ceilings & 2+2 Bed Suites. Main offers large kitchen w/ open dining rm, eating area and large family room with private deck. Professionally landscaped & oversized triple garage. Absolute must see A++ More detailsListed by Century 21 Coastal Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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5888 152 Street in Surrey: Sullivan Station House for sale : MLS®# R2555655
5888 152 Street Surrey V3S 3K5
$2,997,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2555655
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,200 sq. ft.
Investors and Builders Alert!! Rare chance to purchase this almost 1 acre sub-dividable lot in a prime location. This revenue generating property is rented out for $4650/month plus utilities. Put this on your must see list. More detailsListed by Century 21 Coastal Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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7958 141B Street in Surrey: East Newton House for sale : MLS®# R2571064
7958 141B Street Surrey V3W 5L8
$2,959,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2571064
- Bedrooms:
- 10
- Bathrooms:
- 9
- Floor Area:
- 6,846 sq. ft.
Luxurious 3 level custom built home (7800+ sqft total area) on a very quite street sitting on 10334 Sqft lot backing onto a greenbelt providing absolute privacy. The main floor offers open concept layout with High Vaulted Ceilings, Feature Walls, Family Area, Media Room, Bedroom with ensuite, Office Space. Home features radiant heating, Air Conditioning, Camera & Security System. Upper floor has 4 bedrooms including Master & all with ensuite. Separate prayer room on the upper floor adds more appeal to this house. Gym room in the bsmt is available for one to remain fit at your home comfort. Each detail in home is thoughtfully completed. 3 rental Suites (2+2+1 = $3500/month) in the bsmt for grt mortgage helper. Near to School, Shopping, Sikh & Hindu Temple. Showings by appointment only. More detailsListed by Investa Prime Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
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