Aldergrove Real Estate

Location & boundaries

It sits at the southeast edge of the Township around the 264 Street and Highway 1 (Exit 73) area, close to the Abbotsford boundary, with the U.S. border a short distance to the south.

History

Settlement began in the late 1800s where the Yale Road met a trail south to the United States, first called Jackman's Corners after former Royal Engineer Philip Jackman. It was renamed Alder Grove for its red alder trees, with a post office opening in 1885, and a stop on the Great Northern Railway later spurred its growth into a commercial centre.

Lifestyle

The area has a rural-suburban character, with farms and acreages mixed among residential streets. It has long been known for its agricultural produce and its second-hand and antique shops.

Housing & property types

Housing is a mix of single-family homes and townhouses in the town centre, with rural acreages and hobby farms on the outskirts.

Shopping & dining

Shopping and dining cluster along the Fraser Highway commercial strip through the town centre.

Parks & recreation

Aldergrove Regional Park lies nearby, and the Aldergrove Credit Union Community Centre provides indoor recreation and aquatic facilities.

Schools

Schools are part of the Langley School District (SD35), and Aldergrove Community Secondary serves the area.

Getting around

TransLink buses serve Aldergrove, and the BC Transit Fraser Valley Express (Route 66) stops here on its Chilliwack-Langley-Metro Vancouver run. Fraser Highway and the Highway 1 interchange at 264 Street provide the main road access.

Attractions & landmarks

The Greater Vancouver Zoo is located in Aldergrove, and Aldergrove Regional Park offers trails and open space.

Community facilities

Community facilities include the Aldergrove Credit Union Community Centre and a Fraser Valley Regional Library branch.

Who it may suit

It may suit buyers wanting more space or a rural-suburban setting at the Township's edge, and commuters who rely on Highway 1.

Nearby neighbourhoods