Chilliwack Mountain/Westside
August 31, 2010 by Anita
Filed under Chilliwack Mountain / Westside, Chilliwack Northside
Views of either Fraser River or western valley
Away from busyness of town & suburbs
Only 10 mins to either downtown on the north or malls to the south
Located west of Chilliwack between the Trans Canada Hwy and the Fraser River, Chilliwack Mountain offers a chance to get away from the main corridors yet has the convenience of being only a short drive to shopping and services in either Chilliwack or Sardis.
The property types have become quite varied over the years. The first homes in this area were developed primarily in the 1960s on small and medium-sized acreages that for the most part capitalized on views of the mighty Fraser. In recent years more intensive development saw the introduction of strata communities both bareland strata lots and townhouse projects. Maple Hills, The Trails at Longthorn, Vista Ridge, Westpointe and Retriever Ridge are amongst those stratas. On the northern side of the mountain you will find Sunrise Estates, an area built up in the 90s, and on the topside you will discover Chilliwack Mountain Estates, acreage lots and executive homes which also immerged in that same time frame. On the south side neighbourhoods of Copper Ridge and Retriever Ridge on residential lots are the latest additions.
There is no commercial development on the mountain at all.
Downtown East
April 14, 2009 by Anita
Filed under Chilliwack Northside, Downtown East
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- Affordable older homes
- Mix of multifamily
- Easy access to services
With its mix of older homes on larger city lots, newer homes on “infill” lots and both older and newer multifamily dwellings, this area of town provides a wide range of housing options in a variety of price ranges.
Ease of access to the highway via First Avenue and the Prest Rd. interchange along with easy of access to in-town shopping, recreation and medical services make this a convenient and affordable neighbourhood choice for many families.
This area is bordered by Yale Rd to the North, Hazel St to the west , with agricultrual land to the east with the CN rail line forming its southern border.
Schools
Little Mountain Elementary School - kindergarten to grade six
F.G. Leary Fine Arts Elementary -kindergarten to grade six
Chilliwack Middle School - grades 7,8,9
Chilliwack Secondary School - grades 10,11,12
Southlands
April 14, 2009 by Anita
Filed under Chilliwack Northside, Southlands
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- Affordable detached homes
- New multifamily developments
- Chilliwack Airport
With Chillliwack’s City Hall at its centre, the Southlands area of Chilliwack is primarily a residential area flanked by commercial/retail districts along Young Rd to the west and adjacent to Chilliwack’s Regional Airport on Airport Road to the south. With homes built mostly in the 50’s and 60’s and with further development in the 80’s, these established neighbourhoods offer a variety of housing styles and prices.
Significant development has occurred in the area since 2000 and today a variety of newer townhome options are available to families, particularly along Chilliwack Central, Walters, Airport Road and Broadway.
This area is also home to several popular gated seniors’ and adult oriented complexes including Willowbrooke, Beacon Downes, Hazelwood and Country Grove.
Schools
Robertson Elementary School - kindergarten to grade six
F.G. Leary Fine Arts Elementary -kindergarten to grade six
AD Rundle Middle School - grades 7,8,9
Chilliwack Middle School - grades 7,8,9
Chilliwack Secondary School - grades 10,11,12
Downtown Westside
April 13, 2009 by Anita
Filed under Chilliwack Northside, Downtown Westside
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- Established residential area
- Primarily single family, larger lots
- Hospital, Leisure and Recreation facilities
Residents of the Downtown Westside describe their neighbourhood as ” convenient to absolutely everything”. Still just a short drive or for some even a relatively short walk to the downtown shopping areas, this choice residential area was developed primarily in the 60’s and 70’s.
Home choices include some real classic full basement rancher, bi-level and custom built split level homes, mostly on larger lots and many with mature trees and landscaping.
At its centre is Chilliwack’s main amenities complex and residents here enjoy easy walking access to the Prospera Centre, The Landing Leisure Centre, Townsend Park, Exhibition Stadium and the soon to be completed new Arts and Cultural Centre.
On the eastern side is the Chilliwack Hospital and adjacent to it a newly developed area offering upscale condos and townhomes. To the west, Rainbow Estates, a popular modular home park for senior residents and two older but nicely updated townhouse complexes offering affordable family housing options.
Commutors travelling west from this neighbourhood can avoid in town traffic by taking Wolfe Rd and Chilliack Mtn Rd to the Lickman Rd interchange.
Schools
Bernard Elementary School - grades kindergarten to grade six
McCammon Traditional Elementary - kindergarten to grade six
A.D. Rundle Middle School- grades 7,8,9
Chilliwack Middle School - grade 7, 8, 9
Chilliwack Secondary - grade 10, 11 12
Berkeley/Riverside
April 13, 2009 by Editor
Filed under Berkeley/Riverside, Chilliwack Northside
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- Established Neighbourhood
- Classic 50’s and 60’s era homes
- Riverside trails
Located just north of the downtown area, yet offering a quiet residential setting, the Berkeley/Riverside neighbourhood has long been a favourite for those preferring classic 50’s and 60’s era homes on mature treed lots.
With minimal redevelopment and pride of ownership evident in the homes and grounds, this established neighbourhood offers a real sense of community.
The Hope River, with its charming park and Rotary Trails forms the border to the north and procides a relaxing recreation area fo the locals, a favourite destination for Sunday picnics or morning walks. The park and trails are accessed via Corbould Avenue which forms the western boundary of this area and Menzies St to the east offers a small shopping/services area which inlcudes the Marketplace grocery and Video Tonite video store and coffee shop.
Schools
Little Mountain Elementary School - kindergarten to grade six
McCammon Traditional Elementary- kindergarten to grade six
Central ElementaryCommunity School - kindergarten to grade six
Chilliwack Middle School - grade 7, 8, 9
A.D. Rundle Middle School- grades 7,8,9
Chilliwack Secondary - grade 10, 11 12
Chilliwack Downtown
April 1, 2009 by admin
Filed under Chilliwack Northside, Downtown
- Walk to great boutique shopping, restaurants, medical and leisure facilities
- Newer upscale condos, affordable detached homes
- Variety of home options for senior residents
The downtown area of Chilliwack has long been the location of choice for many of our senior residents who enjoy the convenience of being close to amenities such as the hospital, medical offices, shopping and the Chilliwack Library.
Apartment buildings in this area up until the late 1990’s were primarily “adult only” but in recent years the development of an abundance of modern, all-ages condos has attracted many younger couples and families to the area and “uptown living” has become the choice of those wanting to be close to the boutique shopping areas and fine restaurants that “historic downtown Chilliwack” has to offer.
A variety of single detached homes, many of which have heritage qualities, round out the housing opportunities and often can provide more affordable options for those wanting non-strata ownership.
This area also offers opportuniites in busier markets for investors looking to hold redevelopment properties or rental investments.
Schools
Central Elementary - grades kindergarten to grade six
Chilliwack Middle School - grade 7, 8, 9
Chilliwack Secondary - grade 10, 11 12
Little Mountain
March 11, 2009 by admin
Filed under Chilliwack Northside, Little Mountain
- Executive homes on larger lots
- Incredible Views
- Easy access to Freeway and downtown amenities
Offering primarily executive style homes on larger lots, the Little Mountain neighbourhood is a favourite for those seeking unique homes and outstanding views of the mountians and expanse of agricultural valley below.
Developed initially in the 1970’s on the south side with further development in the 90’s on the north side, these custom built homes are designed to take advantage of both the views and the contours of the hillside lots.
Accessed from Yale Rd via either Mountview or Kenswood Rds, this hillside neighbourhood offers a natural setting with mature trees and walking trails yet is conveniently located for the busy family, just minutes to downtown and only five minutes to the freeway via the Prest Road interchange.
More recent development on the North side, including the adult-oriented community of Grandview Ridge is accessed via Hope Rive Road on Fairfield Island. New building lots in this area are expected to be available in the next couple of years.
Schools
Cheam Elementary School - grades kindergarten to grade six
Rosedale Middle School - grade 7, 8, 9
Chilliwack Secondary - grade 10, 11 12
Chilliwack Northside
March 11, 2009 by admin
Filed under Chilliwack Northside
All of the links to the Northside neighbourhoods.
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March 11, 2009 by admin
Filed under Chilliwack Northside, Fairfield Island
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- Chilliwack’s northernmost residential neighbourhood
- Single family, larger lots
- Island 22, Fairfield Island Sportsfields
Fairfield Island, bordered on the south by the Hope River and to the far north by the Fraser, is a choice neighbourhood for families looking for quiet, affordable, residential living. Consisting primarily of homes built in the 1970’s and 80’s Fairfield island offers larger lots ideal for backyard gardening and and active family pastimes.
Classic ranchers with full basements and family oriented split entry homes are predominant and have been generally well maintained and in many cases modernized in recent years.
The area is dotted with some newer homes on infill lots and two newer streets, Merrit Drive and Bell Road offer some lovely higher end properties.
With just two access points, Young Road to the west side and Menzies Street bridge on the east end, this area attracts mostly local traffic.
Hope River Road, which runs along south perimeter, also provides access to the Chartwell Drive and Grandview Ridge neighbourhoods on the north side of Little Mountain as well as to the picturesque rural areas including McSween, Kitchen Hall and Ballum Roads where larger agricultural properties prevail.
Fairfeld Island is also home to Minter Country Gardens, a large retail nursery owned by the well-known Brian Minter family, as well as Island 22, a popular spot for fishing, camping and equestrian activities.
Schools
Strathcona Elementary School - grades kindergarten to grade six
Chilliwack Middle School - grade 7, 8, 9
Chilliwack Secondary - grade 10, 11 12
