{"id":29868,"date":"2021-05-05T12:28:42","date_gmt":"2021-05-05T19:28:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/?p=29868"},"modified":"2023-03-03T11:33:24","modified_gmt":"2023-03-03T19:33:24","slug":"neighbourhood-guide-richmond-bc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/neighbourhoods\/neighbourhood-guide-richmond-bc\/","title":{"rendered":"Neighbourhood Guide: Richmond BC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Just outside of Vancouver’s city limits, you’ll find Richmond, a city that brings diversity to new heights. From sprawling farmland and beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see to the Airport<\/a> and bustling urban centre, Richmond B.C., Canada has a lot to offer \u2014 especially if you are fond of Chinese food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In this neighbourhood guide, we’re going to cover all the basics of what it’s like to live in Richmond with a heavy focus on the cost of rent. So what’s Richmond like? In many ways, it can be seen as an extension of Vancouver<\/a> itself. However, it does have its own character and interesting neighbourhoods full of hidden gem eateries, beautiful parks, and exciting things to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use our table of contents to quickly jump ahead to the section you want to see and let’s dive into this neighbourhood guide now:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What is it like to live in Richmond?\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Where is Richmond BC?\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

What’s the population of Richmond, BC?\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Transportation in Richmond\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

What is Richmond, B.C. known for? \n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average rent in Richmond \n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Richmond neighbourhoods\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

1. Bridgeport\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

2. Golden Village\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

3. Brighouse\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

4. Oval Village\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

5. Lansdowne Village\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

6. West Cambie\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

7. South Arm\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

What is it like to live in Richmond?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Living in Richmond can offer experiences as diverse as the city itself. A vibrant and multi-ethnic city, more than 60% of Richmond residents<\/a> have Chinese or South Asian ancestry, according to the city. And, newcomers to the city account for a lot of its growth and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Full of incredible biking trails, nature walks, cultural hot spots, and, perhaps most importantly, fabulous food, Richmond is a great place to call home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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>> Read More: <\/b> Average Rent Near Transit in Metro Vancouver<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Where is Richmond BC?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Richmond is a city in B.C. (the province of British Columbia) in Canada. It’s also part of what’s referred to generally as Metro Vancouver<\/a>, a federation of 21 different municipalities around and including the City of Vancouver that also includes North Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Geographically, Richmond is primarily flat and surrounded by water on all sides like an island. Their slogan is even “Island City by Nature.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Fraser River serves as a division between it and the adjacent city of Vancouver<\/a>. It’s also home to the Vancouver International Airport, so Richmond is actually the first place that visitors see when they arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What’s the population of Richmond, BC?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Close to 200,000 people call Richmond, B.C.<\/a> home, although that figure is based on 2016 data so the true number is likely higher and the City of Richmond says it’s closer to 224,425.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, fewer people live in Richmond than in Vancouver, B.C. where the population was 631,486 according to the same census data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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>> Read More: <\/b> 2021 Rental Incentives For Renters In Vancouver And Toronto\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Transportation in Richmond<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Richmond’s transit connectivity and traffic will vary depending on which neighbourhood you’re in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, Translink’s rapid transit Skytrain system called the “Canada Line<\/a>” forks through Richmond. One prong runs from Brideport Station to the Airport and the other continues on into Richmond, terminating at Richmond-Brighouse Station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Translink’s fare structure<\/a> is based on zones with Vancouver being Zone 1 and Richmond being Zone 2. A two-zone monthly pass, which would allow for travel between Richmond and Vancouver, is $131 per month or $ $4.25 for a one-time cash fare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the Canada Line, there are many Translink buses that service the area and connect the trains with other corners of Richmond. However, unless you are close to the centre and can access the trains easily, you may want a car to get around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Richmond, B.C. known for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Home to the Dumpling Trail<\/a> and North America’s most exquisite and diverse Asian cuisine, Richmond is foodie heaven. And even though it may be a smaller city than Vancouver, it’s not without its charms, conveniences, and fun things to do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best food in Richmond<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Take this small list with a grain of salt, for no round-up could convey the breadth and quality of food you’ll find in Richmond. Another good way to find decent food is to ask a local and see where they’re getting dinner that evening!<\/p>\n\n\n\n