Spruce Grove/Wells Landing
April 14, 2009 by Anita
Filed under Sardis Southside, Spruce Grove/Wells Landing
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- Convenient to Sardis shopping
- Family friendly subdivisions
- Parks and greenspace
Still convenient to the Sardis shopping corridor yet with a more residential setting, the Spruce Grove/Wells Landing area consists of a number of smaller neighbourhoods attractive to families and seniors alike.
From the larger executive homes backing Wells Creek, to the affordable family neighbourhood surrounding Circle Drive Park, the adult community of Wellsbrooke, and the newer infill townhome complexes on Sunshine Drive and Wells Road, this area offers something for everyone.
Encompassing the area west of Vedder Rd and north of Spruce Drive, residents of these neighbourhoods enjoy quick access to both urban amenities and open greenspace. Evans road forms the western border to this area and when it is completed in the summer of 2009, the Evans Rd overpass and freeway interchange will make commuting a breeze from this area and will also provide residents quick access to the downtown amenities such as the Prospera Centre, Leisure Centre and Townsend Park.
Schools
Evans Elementary School - kindergarten to grade six
Vedder Middle School - grades 7,8,9
Sardis Secondary School - grades 10,11,12
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
Sardis West
April 13, 2009 by Anita
Filed under Sardis Southside, Sardis West
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- Quiet residential living
- Established neighbourhood
- Easy Commuter access
This was one of the original residential developments in the Sardis area with the first homes, mostly split entry style, being built in the eary 70’s in two pockets around Sardis Senior and Watson Elementary. This large residential area continued to develop into the mid to late 1980’s with a variety of home styles including some lovely classic split level and west coast contemporary homes. Encompassing the area west of the Vedder Road corridor, from Stevenson Road on the north to Watson Rd on the south, this established neighbourhood is an excellent choice for families seeking quiet residential living, close proximity to schools and good-sized family friendly homes and lots. Many of the houses have been updated over the years but there has been very little ‘infill” or redevelopment making this a very attractive and reasonably affordable part of the community. Evans Rd forms the western boundary and with the completion in 2009 of the new Evans rd access and fly-over, residents here will enjoy quick access to the freeway and a direct route to the north side of town making it perfect for families needing to commute or wanting to enjoy the amanities such as the Leisure Centre and Propsera Centre on the north side.
Schools
- Tyson Elementary School - kindergarten to grade six
- Watson Elementary - kindergarten to grade six
- Vedder Middle School - grades 7, 8, 9
- Mount Slesse Middle School - grades 7,8,9
- Sardis Secondary - grades 10,11,12
Peach Road
April 13, 2009 by Anita
Filed under Peach Road, Sardis Southside
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- Walk to Rotary trail
- Single family small lot subdivisions
- Bareland Strata
Located south of Keith Wilson Rd between Unworth Rd to the west and with the Education Park as its eastern boundary, this area was built beginning in the mid 1990’s with additonal growth in the early 2000’s.
With the exception of those on Riverwood, the detached homes here are all part of “small lot” bareland strata developments. The earlier homes, those closest to the Vedder River and Rotary Trail, are primarily mid-priced basement entry homes offering very affordable choices in a close-knit family oriented neighbourhood.
A newer bareland strata development River Grove, was developed in 2003 and consists of about 30 larger, more upscale two-storey homes with full basements, still on smaller lots but ideal for the busy family with not too much time for yard work. A mix of two storey, basement entry and rancher homes was built about the same time on Riverwood.
Built in 2005, a large complex of family style 3 level townhomes, The Gables at Rivers Bend, offers a spacious, affordable option for families wanting to live in this desireable area. The Gables is accessed by either Peach Rd or Carter Rd to the east . At the south end of Carter Rd sits River Pines, a small grouping of adult oriented detached ranchers.
With easy access to the highway for commuters via the Keith Wilson/ No.3 Rd route, and just a quick walk to the river and walking trails combined with the excellent nearby schools, this is a great lifestyle choice for families.
Schools
Unsworth Elementary School - kindergarten to grade six
Mount Slesse Middle School - grades 7,8,9
Sardis 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
Promontory Heights
April 13, 2009 by Anita
Filed under Promontory Heights, Sardis Southside
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- Hillside Residential
- Single family, multifamily
- Smaller lots, great views
Schools
Promontory Heights Elementary School - grades kindergarten to grade six
Vedder Elementary School - grades kindergarten to grade six
GW Graham Middle/Senior School - grade 7-12
Sardis Secondary - grade 10, 11 12
Webster Landing
April 13, 2009 by Anita
Filed under Sardis Southside, Webster Landing
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- New development, southwest corner of Sardis
- Mix of single detached, family townhomes and adult ranchers
- Walk to Rotary trail along the Vedder
Located in the south-western-most corner of Sardis, Webster Landing is our most recently developed neighbourhood, having begun in 2006 on a previously undeveloped tract of land just north of the Vedder River.
Designed as a planned community, the development consists of a ring of custom family homes, mostly 2 storey or 2 storey with basement style with larger executive homes positioned on the prime lots which back the green space and walking trails along the Vedder.In the centre of the neighbourhood are two multi-family complexes. The Haven, intended as a primarily adult community features upscale detached ranchers, many with full basements, and The Grove , a grouping of upscale family-sized 3 bedroom townhomes.
With nature at its doorstep and easy highway access via the Keith Wilson/No. 3 rd route, this neighbourhood has much appeal for families looking for that combination as well as a brand new home. With the exception of the lots backing the river this is primarily a small lot subdivision . At this point in early 2009, the development is nearing completion with just a very few homes remaining uncoccupied.
An exciting new development on land adjacent to Webster landing is in the final stages of plannng and will provide a variety of housing choices in this part of town over the next few years as well as new park space and community trails.
Schools
Unsworth Elementary School - grades kindergarten to grade six
Mt. Slesse Middle School - grade 7, 8, 9
Sardis Secondary - grade 10, 11 12
Sardis Park
April 6, 2009 by Anita
Filed under Sardis Park, Sardis Southside
- Older, established residential area of custom built homes
- Newer area with mix of detached, multifamily and senior’s complexes
- Sardis “duck” park with small lake, playground and walking paths
Ask two locals to describe Sardis Park and you’re likely to get two very different answers. One may describe the original Sardis Park, another the new.
The original Sardis Park is a lovely established residential area of larger, many custom built, homes on oversized treed lots. Developed beginning in the 1970’s with the first homes backing onto Sardis park itself, overlooking its walking trails and sparkling lake, this sought after neighbourhood with its mature, landscaped lots and meandering streets has been the pride of those that reside there and often the envy of those that with they did. The area has continued to grow over the years , extending to Chilliwack River Road to the east , Britton Ave to the north and Higginson Rd to the south.
In early 2000’s and again in 2007, 2 large tracts of previously undeveloped land adjacent to this area became available for housing. This new area of Sardis park, running adjacent to Vedder Rd and to the south of Higginson, is a mix of lovely newer family homes, well-appointed townhomes, low-rise condominiums and two large adult gated complexes comprised of upscale detached retirement ranchers.
Along with this new development came a commercial component providing the residents of the area with closer access to some retail, banking and medical services.
Schools
Sardis Elementary School - grades kindergarten to grade six
Vedder Middle School - grade 7, 8, 9
Sardis Secondary - grade 10, 11 12
