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Active$ 99,000
15491 MARINE DRIVE, White Rock, BC V4B1C9
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Listed by SRS Panorama Realty
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Active$ 1,869,800
1332 JOHNSTON ROAD, Surrey, BC V4B3Z2
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Listed by Colliers
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Active$ 1,856,800
1334 JOHNSTON ROAD, White Rock, BC V4B3Z2
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Listed by Colliers
Quick Facts About White Rock
Key Areas
East Beach (quieter, local vibe), West Beach (pier, restaurants, events), Marine Drive (premium oceanfront), Uptown White Rock (condos, shopping, services).
Location & Access
Just 45 minutes to Vancouver via Hwy 99 (traffic dependent). TransLink 351 → Canada Line (≈1 hr 07 min to downtown). 10 minutes to U.S. border crossing.
Schools & Education
Surrey School District: White Rock Elementary & Bayridge Elementary feed to Semiahmoo Secondary (IB programme). Strong walkability plus transit links for older students.
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Oceanfront Living Rhythm
Life follows the 2.19-km promenade where sunrise walkers, coffee runners, and dog-walkers share the path. East Beach is relaxed and local; West Beach pulses around the pier, patios, and the landmark white boulder that gave the city its name.
Home Styles & Features
Marine Drive oceanfront condos (many with floor-to-ceiling bay views), hillside homes with panoramic outlooks, and walkable uptown condos/townhomes. Expect premiums for protected views and Marine Drive addresses.
Parks & Coastal Adventures
The beautiful 470-m pier (longest wooden pier in Canada), tide-pool beach days, paddleboarding and kayaking, Redwood Park’s 1890s coastal redwoods, and Centennial Park’s all-abilities playground.
Oceanfront living on Semiahmoo Bay with promenade mornings, pier sunsets, and a walkable coastal core.
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Daily Life Along Semiahmoo Bay
Most mornings start on the 2.19-km promenade—sunrise walkers, espresso in hand, and gulls circling the 470-m pier. Locals check tide charts for the best beachcombing and time pier walks early on weekends before tourist crowds arrive.
Homes & Real Estate in White Rock
Marine Drive oceanfront condos command premiums for protected views; hillside streets offer detached homes with sweeping bay outlooks; uptown brings newer condo towers with walkable access to shops and services. Budget for salt-air maintenance and verify view-protection bylaws.
Neighbourhood Character
East Beach
Quieter, local-favourite stretch—easy promenade access, casual cafés, family-friendly pace.
West Beach & Pier
Tourist hub with patios and the landmark white boulder; summer festivals and sunset strolls define the vibe.
Uptown & Marine Drive
Uptown’s condos and services sit above the shoreline; Marine Drive offers premium oceanfront addresses with year-round activity.
Location & Commutes
- ~45 minutes to Vancouver via Hwy 99 (traffic dependent).
- TransLink 351 → Canada Line (≈1 hr 07 min to downtown).
- 10 minutes to the Peace Arch U.S. border crossing.
Food, Culture & Festivals
Seafood patios and fish-and-chips line Marine Drive. Summer Sea Festival activates West Beach; Tour de White Rock and Taste White Rock spotlight local restaurants and live music with the pier as a backdrop.
Parks & Outdoor Activities
- The 470-m pier and promenade for daily walks and cycling.
- Redwood Park’s 1890s coastal redwoods for forest bathing.
- Centennial Park’s fields plus a region-leading all-abilities playground.
Schools & Education
White Rock Elementary and Bayridge Elementary feed to Semiahmoo Secondary’s IB programme. Outdoor learning naturally includes marine ecology and coastal stewardship.
Buyer Insights
- Salt air accelerates wear—plan for window/railing maintenance on ocean-exposed properties.
- Hillside/bluff homes may require geotech and specialized insurance.
- View-protection bylaws preserve sightlines but can limit renovation envelopes.
- Summer festivals increase parking demand near the pier and Marine Drive.
Compare Nearby Communities
- South Surrey: family amenities and newer developments; no direct oceanfront core.
- Surrey: greater affordability and transit; less walkable coastal lifestyle.
- Langley: value and rural charm; longer commute, no beach access.
- Richmond: transit hub and YVR access; urban density without a true oceanfront community.
The White Rock Advantage
Daily oceanfront access, a walkable promenade, and community festivals deliver a coastal lifestyle that’s rare in Metro Vancouver—worth the premium for buyers who value the rhythm of the tides.
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