Neighbourhood Guide

White Rock

Coastal living at its finest along the Semiahmoo Bay

~$1.6M Avg. Home Price
Coastal Lifestyle
A+ Walkability

Why White Rock?

White Rock is one of Metro Vancouver's most treasured coastal communities, famous for its iconic 1,500-foot pier, the buzzing Marine Drive restaurant strip, and some of the mildest year-round weather in Canada. Whether you're a retiree drawn to the seaside tranquillity, a young professional craving ocean-view living, or a family wanting top-rated schools steps from the beach, White Rock delivers.

Best Neighbourhoods

West Beach

Premium oceanfront living. Walking distance to the pier, Marine Drive dining, and the promenade. Detached homes $1.5M–$4M+.

East Beach

Quieter, more residential feel with ocean views. Great for families. Heritage homes and newer builds. $1.2M–$2.5M.

Upper White Rock / Hillside

Elevated streets with panoramic ocean and mountain vistas. Larger lots, upscale homes. $1.4M–$3.5M.

White Rock Centre (Town Centre)

Walk to shops, cafes, and the Saturday farmers' market. Mix of condos and townhomes from $450K–$900K.

What Makes It Special

Top Schools Semiahmoo Secondary, Ray Shepherd Elementary, White Rock Christian Academy
Dining & Culture Marine Drive restaurants, Saturday Farmers' Market, White Rock Museum
Transit & Access 15 min to Peace Arch border, 45 min to downtown Vancouver, bus connections to SkyTrain
Outdoor Living White Rock Pier, beach promenade, Centennial Park trails, Ruth Johnson Park

Quick Facts

  • Population~21,000
  • Detached Homes$1.2M – $4M+
  • Condos / Townhomes$450K – $1.2M
  • Best ForRetirees, Couples, Professionals
  • Walk Score72 / 100
  • ClimateMildest in Canada
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Neighbourhood Guide

South Surrey

Prestigious estates and family-friendly enclaves

~$1.4M Avg. Home Price
Family Lifestyle
Top-Rated Schools

Why South Surrey?

South Surrey is the Lower Mainland's gold standard for family living. Spanning prestigious enclaves like Morgan Creek, Grandview Heights, Ocean Park, and Crescent Beach, this area delivers the rare combination of space, nature, top schools, and easy access to both the U.S. border and downtown Vancouver. It's where families upgrade and stay forever.

Best Neighbourhoods

Morgan Creek

Gated luxury living along the Morgan Creek Golf Course. Executive homes on large lots with mountain views. $1.8M–$4M+.

Grandview Heights

South Surrey's fastest-growing area. New townhomes, condos, and detached homes near shopping and transit. $650K–$2M.

Crescent Beach

A charming seaside village with a community like no other. Beach cottages to modern builds. $1.3M–$3M.

Ocean Park

Tree-lined streets, character homes, and a beloved village centre. The quintessential South Surrey lifestyle. $1.2M–$2.5M.

What Makes It Special

Top Schools Southridge School (private), Elgin Park Secondary, Chantrell Creek Elementary, Rosemary Heights
Shopping & Dining Grandview Corners, The Shops at Morgan Crossing, Ocean Park Village shops
Connectivity Hwy 99 to Vancouver (40 min), Peace Arch Border (10 min), bus routes to SkyTrain
Parks & Nature Crescent Beach, Blackie Spit, Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest, Redwood Park

Quick Facts

  • Population~80,000
  • Detached Homes$1.2M – $4M+
  • Condos / Townhomes$500K – $1.3M
  • Best ForFamilies, Professionals, Upsizers
  • School RankingsAmong BC's Best
  • GrowthHigh — Grandview Heights booming
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Langley

Urban sophistication meets wine country charm

~$1.1M Avg. Home Price
Growing Market
SkyTrain Coming Soon

Why Langley?

Langley is the Fraser Valley's breakout star. From the master-planned communities of Willoughby Heights and Walnut Grove to the heritage charm of Fort Langley wine country, it offers incredible lifestyle diversity at a fraction of Vancouver prices. With the SkyTrain extension on the horizon, Langley is positioned as one of BC's strongest investment corridors for the decade ahead.

Best Neighbourhoods

Willoughby Heights

Langley's most sought-after family neighbourhood. Brand-new schools, parks, and shopping. Townhomes from $700K, detached $1.2M+.

Fort Langley

The "Village in the City." Heritage homes, artisan boutiques, wineries, and the Fraser River. Character homes $1.3M–$3M+.

Walnut Grove

Established, family-oriented community with excellent schools and walkable amenities. Detached homes $1.1M–$1.8M.

Murrayville

Country-feel neighbourhood with equestrian properties and larger acreages just minutes from city amenities. $1M–$3M.

What Makes It Special

Top Schools R.E. Mountain Secondary, Walnut Grove Secondary, Langley Fine Arts School, TWU
Food & Wine Fort Langley wineries, Willoughby Town Centre, farm-to-table dining, craft breweries
SkyTrain Extension Surrey-Langley SkyTrain will transform connectivity and property values by 2028
Outdoor & Rural Campbell Valley Regional Park, equestrian trails, Nicomekl River, farm tours

Quick Facts

  • Population~160,000
  • Detached Homes$1M – $3M+
  • Condos / Townhomes$450K – $950K
  • Best ForFamilies, First-Time Buyers, Investors
  • InvestmentTop Corridor in BC
  • TransitSkyTrain coming 2028
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Surrey

BC's fastest-growing city with incredible opportunity

~$980K Avg. Home Price
Dynamic Lifestyle
#1 Growth in BC

Why Surrey?

Surrey is BC's second-largest city and its fastest-growing — a powerhouse of diversity, investment, and transformation. Billions in infrastructure spending, a booming downtown core, and an incredible range of neighbourhoods from historic Cloverdale to high-rise City Centre mean there's literally something for everyone. Buyers priced out of Vancouver are discovering that Surrey offers more space, more value, and enormous upside.

Best Neighbourhoods

Surrey City Centre

The emerging downtown. New condos, SFU campus, transit hub, and urban lifestyle. Condos from $400K, townhomes from $650K.

Guildford

Established residential hub centered around Guildford Town Centre mall. Great schools, diverse dining. Detached $1.1M–$1.8M.

Cloverdale

Heritage charm with a rodeo-town character. Walkable historic core, larger lots, and strong community. $950K–$1.8M.

Fleetwood

Family-favourite with future SkyTrain station. Strong appreciation potential. Townhomes from $650K, detached $1.2M+.

What Makes It Special

Top Schools SFU Surrey, KPU, Panorama Ridge Secondary, Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary
Cultural Diversity Incredible international food scene, cultural festivals, vibrant South Asian community
Transit Revolution SkyTrain expansion through Fleetwood to Langley, new rapid bus routes, improved Highway 99
Investment Growth Billions in development, new hospital, SFU expansion, tech sector growth

Quick Facts

  • Population~615,000
  • Detached Homes$950K – $2M+
  • Condos / Townhomes$380K – $950K
  • Best ForEveryone — all budgets
  • SkyTrainExpanding through 2028
  • Job GrowthTech, health, education sectors
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Neighbourhood Guide

Port Coquitlam

Family-oriented riverside living with mountain views

~$950K Avg. Home Price
Family Lifestyle
30 min To Downtown Van

Why Port Coquitlam?

Nestled along the Pitt and Coquitlam rivers with mountain-backed scenery, Port Coquitlam ("PoCo" to locals) punches well above its weight. Outstanding recreational facilities, the 25-km Traboulay PoCo Trail, the West Coast Express commuter rail to downtown Vancouver, and a genuinely welcoming community spirit make it one of the best-value family destinations in Metro Vancouver.

Best Neighbourhoods

Burke Mountain

Stunning newer homes with mountain and valley views. Young families' favourite. Townhomes $700K, detached $1.2M–$2M+.

Citadel Heights

Elevated, quiet, and incredibly well-maintained. Large lots with established trees. Detached $1.1M–$1.7M.

Downtown PoCo

Walkable village feel with local shops, breweries, and the May Day festival. Older character homes $850K–$1.3M.

Riverwood / Mary Hill

Quiet riverside neighbourhood close to Pitt River trails and the West Coast Express. $800K–$1.4M.

What Makes It Special

Top Schools Riverside Secondary, Terry Fox Secondary, Archbishop Carney (private)
Transit West Coast Express to downtown Vancouver in 30 min, bus connections to SkyTrain
Recreation Traboulay PoCo Trail (25 km loop), Pitt River, Hyde Creek Rec Centre, Lions Park
Community Events May Day celebrations, PoCo Car Show, Farmers' Market, Christmas light displays

Quick Facts

  • Population~63,000
  • Detached Homes$850K – $2M+
  • Condos / Townhomes$400K – $850K
  • Best ForFamilies, Commuters, Outdoor Lovers
  • CommunitySmall-town feel
  • Commute30 min West Coast Express
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Neighbourhood Guide

Burnaby

Metro Vancouver's urban heart with nature at its doorstep

~$1.1M Avg. Home Price
Urban Lifestyle
3 Lines SkyTrain Access

Why Burnaby?

Burnaby sits at the geographic heart of Metro Vancouver and offers an unbeatable combination of urban energy and natural beauty. From the bustling Metrotown district — one of Western Canada's largest shopping and entertainment hubs — to the peaceful trails of Burnaby Mountain and Deer Lake Park, this city has it all. Three SkyTrain lines, Simon Fraser University, world-class dining, and some of the region's most exciting development make Burnaby a top choice for professionals, families, and investors.

Best Neighbourhoods

Metrotown

Burnaby's urban core. Highrise condos, world-class shopping, unmatched transit access. Condos from $500K, newer $700K+.

Brentwood

Rapidly transforming into a trendy urban village. New towers, breweries, restaurants. Condos $550K+, townhomes $900K+.

Deer Lake / Buckingham Heights

Quiet, prestigious area near Deer Lake Park and the Shadbolt Centre. Detached homes $1.5M–$3M+.

Burnaby Mountain / SFU

Stunning elevation with forest and mountain views. Near SFU and UniverCity. Townhomes $800K, condos from $450K.

What Makes It Special

Top Schools Simon Fraser University, Burnaby North Secondary, Moscrop Secondary, BCIT nearby
Transit Hub Expo, Millennium, and Evergreen SkyTrain lines. Unrivalled connectivity in Metro Van.
Nature & Parks Burnaby Mountain, Deer Lake Park, Central Park, Burnaby Lake, Barnet Marine Park
Food & Entertainment Crystal Mall, Metrotown, Lougheed Town Centre, diverse international cuisine

Quick Facts

  • Population~260,000
  • Detached Homes$1.3M – $3M+
  • Condos / Townhomes$450K – $1M
  • Best ForProfessionals, Students, Investors
  • TransitBest in Metro Vancouver
  • DevelopmentMajor towers & mixed-use projects
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