Steveston Real Estate

Location & boundaries

It occupies the southwest corner of Lulu Island at the mouth of the Fraser's South Arm, reached via No. 1 Road and Steveston Highway. Woodwards and Seafair lie to the north and Ironwood to the northeast.

History

From the late 1800s Steveston was a major salmon-canning centre nicknamed 'Salmonopolis,' home to canneries and a multi-ethnic workforce of First Nations, Chinese, Japanese and European residents until the fishery declined in the 1970s.

Lifestyle

Today it blends a village atmosphere with tourism, a commercial fishing wharf, cafes and year-round events.

Housing & property types

Housing includes detached homes, townhouses and low-rise condominiums, including newer developments near the village.

Shopping & dining

The village core along Moncton and Bayview Streets offers independent shops, seafood restaurants and Fisherman's Wharf, where boats sell fresh catch.

Parks & recreation

Garry Point Park, the West Dyke Trail and the Steveston Community Centre serve the area.

Schools

The Richmond School District (SD38) serves the area, including Steveston-London Secondary.

Getting around

There is no rapid transit; TransLink buses along No. 1 Road and Steveston Highway connect to the Canada Line at Richmond–Brighouse.

Attractions & landmarks

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery and Britannia Shipyards National Historic Sites, the Steveston Museum and Garry Point Park are key attractions.

Community facilities

The Steveston Community Centre and Steveston branch library serve residents.

Who it may suit

It may suit buyers wanting a walkable, waterfront village with strong heritage character.

Nearby neighbourhoods