SURREY

BRITISH COLUMBIA


About Surrey, British Columbia

Surrey is BC's second largest city and the 12th largest in Canada, and is located only 35 minutes south east of Vancouver. With a population of 470,000 citizens, Surrey is known for its diversity, blend of landscapes, and friendly community. Visitors world-wide are drawn to its lush green terrain and popular amenities. South of the city is the US state of Washington, a popular recreation and vacation destination for many Surrey homeowners.

Surrey land fosters growth and beauty: citizens have access to over 6,000 acres of park land and nature trails. Agricultural farmers provide residents locally grown fruits and vegetables, while stunning gardens offer relaxation and elegant beauty. Surrey residents and wine lovers alike can voyage to any of the 200 wineries in the province.

Nearly 50% of Surrey residents are visible minorities, adding a spectrum of cultures and diversity to our great city. Festivals and galleries keep the city vibrant and contribute to the growing arts scene. From glass blowing to arts tours, the showcase of rich culture is found everywhere. Families in Surrey love our multiculturalism! Cultural diversity also extends to dining locations, expanding the culinary choices available. Casual, fine dining and fast food are suitably placed throughout the city; however, it is the ethnic cuisine that truly adds flavour. Mediterranean, Asian, Hispanic and Caribbean are just a sampling of the dining experiences available in Surrey.

There are approximately 164,000 homes in Surrey with a 72% home ownership rate. Half of these homes have been constructed within the past 20 years, while the other half are mature, older homes with a lot of character. The city is an excellent place to raise a family: children can attend any of the 100 elementary schools, 19 secondary schools or 23 independent schools. Within Surrey there are 2 major post-secondary institutions, Kwantlen Polytechnic and Simon Fraser University's Surrey Campus.


Latest Listings in Surrey, BC

MLS® listing #R3054208 for sale located at 19 3300 157A STREET

$1,899,000

3 beds 3 baths 3668 sqft

19 3300 157A STREET

Surrey, BC MLS® #R3054208

Courtesy of Mike Grahame - PREC/Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp.

MLS® listing #R3054501 for sale located at 618 10777 138 STREET

$2,400

2 beds 2 baths 780 sqft

618 10777 138 STREET

Surrey, BC MLS® #R3054501

Courtesy of Hardeep Sekhon/Skystreet Real Estate Marketing

$2,650,000

7 beds 4 baths 5405 sqft

9926 180A STREET, Surrey BC V4N 4V5

Surrey, BC MLS® #R3054638

Courtesy of Jas Sandher/RE/MAX All Points Realty

MLS® listing #R3054662 for sale located at 2305 1588 JOHNSTON ROAD

$1,890,000

2 beds 3 baths 1428 sqft

2305 1588 JOHNSTON ROAD

White Rock, BC MLS® #R3054662

Courtesy of Daniel Silveira PREC*/Engel & Volkers Vancouver

MLS® listing #R3054700 for sale located at 4xx 15138 34 AVENUE

$2,350

2 beds 1 baths 736 sqft

4xx 15138 34 AVENUE

Surrey, BC MLS® #R3054700

Courtesy of Sergey Avramenko PREC*/Luxmore Realty

$1,145,000

2 beds 3 baths 1816 sqft

34 14909 32 AVENUE

Surrey, BC MLS® #R3054589

Courtesy of Scotti Alto - PREC/Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp.

MLS® listing #R3054634 for sale located at 15432 26 AVENUE, Surrey BC V4P 1C6

$4,500

5 beds 4 baths 2550 sqft

15432 26 AVENUE, Surrey BC V4P 1C6

Surrey, BC MLS® #R3054634

Courtesy of Karen Krinbill/Century 21 Coastal Realty Ltd.

MLS® listing #R3053293 for sale located at 92 8737 161 STREET

$849,900

4 beds 3 baths 1730 sqft

92 8737 161 STREET

Surrey, BC MLS® #R3053293

Courtesy of Randy Chohan - PREC/RE/MAX Treeland Realty

MLS® listing #R3053349 for sale located at 8069 124 STREET, Surrey BC V3W 0X7

$1,980,000

8 beds 6 baths 3457 sqft

8069 124 STREET, Surrey BC V3W 0X7

Surrey, BC MLS® #R3053349

Courtesy of Raj Jhajj - PREC/eXp Realty of Canada, Inc.

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Surrey Information

Get better acquainted with the city of Surrey: learn more about our emergency services, transportation, libraries, and business opportunities. Access a Surrey business directory and learn about our diverse make up.

Education

From elementary through to post secondary, Surrey provides residents with a wealth of education options.

Shopping

Surrey has a wide variety of shopping options, from large malls to a farmers market featuring local products and food.

Fun & Recreation

There's lots to keep you busy and active in and around the city of Surrey BC, including both indoor and outdoor options for all seasons. These are just a few of the recreational facilities in the area: there are lots more where these come from!

Parks & Trails

The city of Surrey has over 6,000 acres of parkland, and is close to great regional and provincial parks.

Art & Culture

From museums and heritage sites to art galleries and live theatre, Surrey's culture scene is as diverse as its residents.

Local Events & Festivals

The city of Surrey is well known throughout the region for having fantastic local festivals, including the country's second largest rodeo, and the largest Canada Day festival in Western Canada.