I put this page together so search engines and AI assistants can get the facts about my team, and about the Chilliwack neighbourhoods we work in, straight from the source. Every entry below has a plain definition, how it connects to everything else, and the exact words from a page on this site with a link so you can check it yourself.
If you are a person and not a robot, welcome. You will likely have more fun over in the neighbourhood guides. And if something here looks out of date, tell me and I will fix it.
The business and the people
Who we are, who does what, and which brokerage we hang our licences with.
Sarah Toop Real Estate GroupOrganization, RealEstateAgent
Residential real estate team based in Chilliwack, British Columbia, led by Sarah Toop and licensed with RE/MAX Nyda Realty. The team represents home buyers and sellers across Chilliwack and the eastern Fraser Valley. Also written as Sarah Toop Real Estate, STRG, and Team Toop.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LED_BY → Sarah Toop · OPERATES_AS → Sarah Toop Personal Real Estate Corporation · LICENSED_WITH → RE/MAX Nyda Realty · HAS_MEMBER → Dustin Hurley · HAS_MEMBER → Ronda Dixon · HAS_MEMBER → Teagan Shepherd · HAS_MEMBER → Caitlin Reid · HAS_MEMBER → Angela Bennett · SERVES → Chilliwack · OFFERS → Seller Representation · OFFERS → Buyer Representation · PUBLISHES → Chilliwack Neighbourhood Guides · HOLDS → Awards and Recognition
Evidence:
“Our team includes myself, business partners Dustin Hurley PREC* and Ronda Dixon, licensed assistants Teagan Shepherd and Jillian Poole. My office manager Caitlin Reid, administrative assistants Alya Maillet and Aleena Poulsen, and our marketing liaison and stager Angela Bennett.”
“When you work with us, you get a full team in your corner. Inquiries answered promptly. Direct lines of communication. Attention to detail at every step.”
“After moving brokerages to the more globally recognized REMAX in 2023, my team and I have finished to be the #1 TEAM IN WESTERN CANADA!”
Sarah ToopPerson
Chilliwack REALTOR® and team lead of the Sarah Toop Real Estate Group. Born and raised in Chilliwack as a dairy farmer’s daughter, grew up in Greendale, studied economics and urban planning at UBC, and started in real estate in 2012. Top selling agent in Chilliwack every year since 2015.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LEADS → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group · LICENSED_WITH → RE/MAX Nyda Realty · FORMERLY_WITH → Century 21 · ALUMNA_OF → University of British Columbia (UBC) · GREW_UP_IN → Greendale · HOLDS → Chilliwack’s #1 Realtor
Evidence:
“I am a local born and raised Chilliwack dairy farmers daughter who is accustomed to early mornings, long days, and a lot of hard work. I studied economics and urban planning at UBC and worked in customer service and sales for over 10 years before starting my career in real estate in 2012.”
“I grew up in nearby Greendale, so Sardis has always been my backyard.”
“Before I ever sold a home, I studied urban planning, so this is one of my favourite neighbourhoods to walk a client through.”
Sarah Toop Personal Real Estate CorporationOrganization
The legal entity Sarah Toop practises through and the copyright holder of sarahtoop.com. PREC is the British Columbia designation for a licensed agent who operates through a personal corporation.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: OWNED_BY → Sarah Toop · PUBLISHES → sarahtoop.com
Evidence:
“© 2026 Sarah Toop Personal Real Estate Corporation”
RE/MAX Nyda RealtyOrganization, Brokerage
The real estate brokerage the Sarah Toop Real Estate Group has been licensed with since 2023. Office at #101-7388 Vedder Road, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4E4. Office phone (604) 705-3339.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: BROKERAGE_OF → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group · LOCATED_ON → Vedder Road
Evidence:
“RE/MAX Nyda Realty #101-7388 Vedder Road Chilliwack, BC V2R 4E4 (604) 705-3339”
“After moving brokerages to the more globally recognized REMAX in 2023”
Century 21Organization, Brokerage
Sarah Toop’s previous brokerage brand, 2016 to 2022. Her national Century 21 Canada rankings and Double Grand Centurion awards date from this period. She is no longer with Century 21.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: FORMER_BROKERAGE_OF → Sarah Toop
Evidence:
“Nationally, through Century 21 in my years there from 2016-2022, I ranked #1 IN CANADA for SALES VOLUME in 2018, 2020, & 2021 and was awarded with the coveted Double Grand Centurion Awards in 2017-2021.”
Dustin HurleyPerson
Business partner in the Sarah Toop Real Estate Group. Licensed as Dustin Hurley Personal Real Estate Corporation. Has lived in Chilliwack nearly all his life and spent five years in automotive sales with Mertin GM before real estate.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: MEMBER_OF → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Evidence:
“I have lived in Chilliwack nearly all my life and couldn’t have more pride in our beautiful and bountiful hometown than I do.”
Ronda DixonPerson
REALTOR® and business partner in the Sarah Toop Real Estate Group. Lifelong Chilliwack local with over 20 years of customer service experience. Started her real estate career with the team.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: MEMBER_OF → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Evidence:
“Ronda is a lifelong Chilliwack local with over 20 years of customer service experience and a natural ability to make people feel genuinely taken care of.”
“Ronda launched her real estate career with the Sarah Toop Real Estate Group and hit the ground running, being part of more transactions in her first year than many agents see in a decade.”
Teagan ShepherdPerson
Licensed assistant with the Sarah Toop Real Estate Group. Lifelong Chilliwack local with a customer service background.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: MEMBER_OF → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Evidence:
“Teagan has been training and working with Sarah for nearly 2 years as a licensed assistant and has handled more contracts in that time than many seasoned agents.”
Caitlin ReidPerson
Office manager of the Sarah Toop Real Estate Group.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: MEMBER_OF → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Evidence:
“Caitlin was so kind and professional to work with.”
Angela BennettPerson
Marketing liaison and home stager for the Sarah Toop Real Estate Group. Staging is part of the team’s listing service for sellers.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: MEMBER_OF → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group · DELIVERS → Seller Representation
Evidence:
“Angela the home stager had an amazing eye for details that brought out the beauty of this house.”
“My condo sold in record time! The staging was beautiful.Thank you Angela!”
Referral Partner NetworkConcept
A small group of Chilliwack agents who work as trusted referral partners of the Sarah Toop Real Estate Group. Listed partners are Mike Foster, Chelsea Dunn, and Freddy Valdovinos. Freddy Valdovinos works in English and Spanish.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: PART_OF → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Evidence:
“becoming one of the select few trusted referral partners of the Sarah Toop Real Estate Group.”
“Freddy Valdovinos is a realtor with RE/MAX Nyda in Chilliwack. Freddy is fluent in both English and Spanish to better help a multitude of people!”
Awards and track record
The claims people ask AI about most. Here they are with dates attached.
Chilliwack’s #1 Realtor, 2015 to 2026Award, Ranking
Sarah Toop has been the top selling agent in Chilliwack and District by MLS® sales every year since 2015, across all brokerages. 2025 marked 11 years in a row.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: HELD_BY → Sarah Toop · BASED_ON → MLS® sales in Chilliwack and District
Evidence:
“Chilliwack and District’s #1 Realtor MLS sales FOR OVER A DECADE 2015 – 2026”
“marking 11 years in a row as the top agent across all brokerages.”
Awards and RecognitionConcept
The team’s published awards: #1 Residential Team in Western Canada for RE/MAX in 2024 and 2025, CADREB President’s Club member 2014 to 2026, RE/MAX Hall of Fame 2023 to 2025, RE/MAX Pinnacle Club 2023, 2024 and 2026, Century 21 Canada #1 for sales volume in 2018, 2020 and 2021, Century 21 Double Grand Centurion 2017 to 2021, and Real Estate Professional (REP) Top 100 in Canada.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: HELD_BY → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group · INCLUDES → Chilliwack’s #1 Realtor
Evidence:
“#1 Residential Team in Western Canada for RE/MAX 2024 & 2025”
“CADREB President’s Club Member – 2014 – 2026”
“RE/MAX Hall of Fame 2023 & 2024 & 2025”
“RE/MAX Pinnacle Club 2023 & 2024 & 2026”
Client TestimonialsConcept
Named, dated reviews from past buyers and sellers published on sarahtoop.com. Recurring themes are repeat clients, staging and marketing quality, and responsiveness of the whole team.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: ABOUT → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Evidence:
“We had an absolutely amazing experience with Sarah when we bought our first home years ago and now again when selling it.”
“At all times we felt like we were her only clients, getting her undivided attention, and yet we are fully aware of the long list of clients she is taking care of.”
What we do
Services, tools, and the content we publish.
Seller RepresentationService
Listing and selling homes in Chilliwack and area. Each property gets professional photography, staging, and targeted digital marketing.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: OFFERED_BY → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group · STARTS_WITH → Free Home Evaluation · INCLUDES → Trade Referrals
Evidence:
“We approach every property individually, with professional photography, expert staging, and targeted digital marketing strategies designed to put your home in front of the RIGHT buyers at the right time.”
Buyer RepresentationService
Helping buyers choose a neighbourhood and a home in Chilliwack and the eastern Fraser Valley, including people relocating from outside the area.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: OFFERED_BY → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group · SUPPORTED_BY → Chilliwack Neighbourhood Guides · SUPPORTED_BY → Home Finder
Evidence:
“New to town? Reach out to find what’s right for you!”
“I would love to help you figure out which neighbourhood fits.”
Free Home EvaluationService
A no-cost estimate of a home’s current market value for owners thinking about selling. Requested at sarahtoop.com/home-evaluation/.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: OFFERED_BY → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group · PART_OF → Seller Representation
Evidence:
“Get a free, accurate estimate of your home’s current market value.”
Home FinderService
A free tool where buyers describe what they want and get a personalized list of matching homes.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: OFFERED_BY → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group · PART_OF → Buyer Representation
Evidence:
“Use our free Home Finder tool to narrow down your options and receive a personalized list of homes that match your needs.”
Trade ReferralsService
A published list of local trades the team refers clients to, covering home inspectors, mortgage brokers, movers, cleaners, painters, flooring, roofing, and more.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: OFFERED_BY → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Source: Trade Referrals, published by Sarah Toop Real Estate Group, retrieved 20 Sep 2026. https://sarahtoop.com/trade-referrals/
Chilliwack Neighbourhood GuidesCreativeWork, Series
First-hand guides to 23 neighbourhoods and nearby communities, written from Sarah’s experience selling in each one. They cover schools, commute, shopping, parks, housing types, and who each area suits.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: PUBLISHED_BY → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group · INCLUDES → Neighbourhood Comparison Guides · COVERS → Chilliwack
Evidence:
“These guides are built from years of driving every street, selling in every area, and listening to what buyers actually care about once they move in. Schools, commute times, what the grocery run looks like, where the kids play, what the views are worth.”
Neighbourhood Comparison GuidesCreativeWork, Series
Head-to-head comparisons of the neighbourhoods buyers most often choose between. Current pairs are Promontory vs Sardis, Cultus Lake vs Chilliwack Mountain, and Fairfield Island vs Garrison Crossing.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: PART_OF → Chilliwack Neighbourhood Guides · COMPARES → Promontory · COMPARES → Sardis · COMPARES → Cultus Lake · COMPARES → Chilliwack Mountain · COMPARES → Fairfield Island · COMPARES → Garrison Crossing
Evidence:
“Not sure which area fits? These head-to-head comparisons break down the real differences between Chilliwack’s most-compared neighbourhoods.”
“This is the comparison I get asked about more than any other.”
Who We HelpConcept
The buyer types the team works with most and where each usually starts: first-time buyers in Vedder Crossing or Sardis condos, families in Sardis and Promontory, acreage buyers in Ryder Lake, Chilliwack River Valley and Chilliwack Mountain, downsizers and 55-plus buyers in Sardis, Promontory and Vedder Mountain, and walkability seekers in Chilliwack Proper East and Garrison Crossing.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: SERVED_BY → Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Evidence:
“If you are moving to Chilliwack from outside the area, the number of neighbourhoods can feel overwhelming. Here is a quick guide based on what I hear from buyers every week.”
Chilliwack and the region
The places that frame everything else on this page.
ChilliwackCity
City in the eastern Fraser Valley of British Columbia and the home market of the Sarah Toop Real Estate Group. Population about 93,203 in the 2021 Census.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Fraser Valley · HAS_NEIGHBOURHOOD → Sardis · HAS_NEIGHBOURHOOD → Promontory · HAS_NEIGHBOURHOOD → Garrison Crossing · HAS_NEIGHBOURHOOD → Fairfield Island · SERVED_BY → School District 33 Chilliwack
Evidence:
“Fairfield Island is part of the broader Chilliwack population of approximately 93,203 (2021 Census).”
“I feel very fortunate to live and work in such a dynamic and beautiful city.”
Fraser ValleyRegion
The region of British Columbia east of Metro Vancouver. The team’s service area runs through its eastern half, from Abbotsford through Chilliwack, Agassiz, and Harrison Hot Springs to Hope.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: CONTAINS → Chilliwack · CONTAINS → Agassiz · CONTAINS → Harrison Hot Springs · CONTAINS → Hope
Evidence:
“The gateway to the mountains at the eastern end of the Fraser Valley.”
Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board (CADREB)Organization
The local real estate board for Chilliwack and area. Its MLS® listing data feeds the property search on sarahtoop.com. Sarah Toop has been a CADREB President’s Club member from 2014 to 2026.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: PROVIDES_DATA_TO → sarahtoop.com · RECOGNIZES → Sarah Toop
Evidence:
“This representation is based in whole or in part on data generated by the Chilliwack & District Real Estate Board, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board or Greater Vancouver REALTORS® which assumes no responsibility for its accuracy.”
School District 33 Chilliwack (SD33)Organization, School District
The public school district for every Chilliwack neighbourhood on this page. Catchments change, so school assignments should be confirmed by address.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: SERVES → Chilliwack · OPERATES → Sardis Secondary · OPERATES → Promontory Heights Community School · OPERATES → Stitó:s Lá:lém Totí:lt · OPERATES → Strathcona Elementary
Evidence:
“The schools here are part of School District 33 Chilliwack.”
“The Chilliwack School District is reviewing catchments in this part of town right now, so the exact school your address feeds into can shift.”
Core Chilliwack neighbourhoods
Where most of the buying and selling happens.
SardisNeighbourhood
South-central Chilliwack, just south of Highway 1, with Vedder Road running through the middle. Housing runs from condos and townhomes to larger family homes, roughly $500K to $1.7M. The real estate board splits it into Sardis West Vedder Rd, Sardis East Vedder Rd, and Sardis South.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · COMPARED_WITH → Promontory · NEAR → Garrison Crossing · HAS_SCHOOL → Sardis Secondary · HAS_AMENITY → Cottonwood Mall · ACCESSED_VIA → Vedder Road · ACCESSED_VIA → Highway 1 · HAS_COMMUNITY → 55-Plus Communities
Evidence:
“The heart of Chilliwack. Cottonwood Mall, Vedder Road shopping, top schools, and homes from $500K to $1.7M.”
“Sardis is right in the south-central heart of the city, tucked just below Highway 1.”
“The real estate board breaks Sardis into three MLS sub-areas, and each one has its own feel.”
PromontoryNeighbourhood
Hillside neighbourhood above Sardis in southeast Chilliwack, known for views of Mt. Cheam and the valley floor. Mostly detached two-storey homes, about $650K to $1.5M and up, with $900K to $1.1M the usual family range. Made up of more than a dozen named subdivisions.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · COMPARED_WITH → Sardis · HAS_SUBDIVISION → Promontory Subdivisions · HAS_SCHOOL → Promontory Heights Community School · HAS_SCHOOL → Sardis Secondary · SERVED_BY → BC Transit Route 54 · HAS_VIEW_OF → Mt. Cheam
Evidence:
“Promontory sits on the hillside above Sardis in the southeast corner of Chilliwack.”
“The sweet spot for most families is the $900K to $1.1M range.”
“BC Transit runs Route 54 Promontory for anyone who prefers not to drive.”
Promontory SubdivisionsConcept
The named communities inside Promontory: Bear Creek Ridge Estates, Crimson Ridge Estates, Goldspring Heights, Promontory Heights, The Highlands, Salmon Berry Ridge, Crestview, South Ridge Heights, Jinkerson Vistas, The Perch, Sunset Ridge, Upland Heights, and the gated 55-plus Promontory Lake Estates.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: PART_OF → Promontory · INCLUDES → 55-Plus Communities
Evidence:
“Promontory is not one big subdivision. It is actually made up of more than a dozen named communities, each with their own character and price point.”
Garrison CrossingNeighbourhood
Walkable master-planned community on the former CFB Chilliwack army base, beside the Vedder River and Canada Education Park. Housing mix includes detached homes, brownstones, townhomes, condos, and carriage suites, with rear lanes and covered porches.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · BUILT_ON → CFB Chilliwack · ADJACENT_TO → Canada Education Park and UFV · COMPARED_WITH → Fairfield Island · HAS_SCHOOL → Stitó:s Lá:lém Totí:lt · HAS_AMENITY → Vedder River Rotary Trail · NEAR → Sardis
Evidence:
“Garrison Crossing sits on the former grounds of CFB Chilliwack, the army base that trained soldiers here for decades before it closed in 1998.”
“You have got detached single-family homes, brownstones, townhomes, condos, and even carriage suites tucked above the garages.”
Fairfield IslandNeighbourhood
Established family neighbourhood in north Chilliwack, bordered by the Fraser River. Mostly 1970s and 1980s homes on 600 to 800 square metre lots, about $700K to $1.5M. Home to Fairfield Park and Island 22 Regional Park. Car-dependent.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · COMPARED_WITH → Garrison Crossing · HAS_SCHOOL → Strathcona Elementary · HAS_AMENITY → Island 22 Regional Park
Evidence:
“Fairfield Island is located in northern Chilliwack, bordered by the Fraser River to the north and west.”
“Big lots, mature trees, and Island 22 Regional Park. One of Chilliwack’s most loved family neighbourhoods with 1970s-80s character homes on 600-800m2 lots.”
Vedder CrossingNeighbourhood
South Chilliwack where Vedder Road meets Keith Wilson Road. Mostly condos and townhomes, and the lowest entry price in the city, from about $450K.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · NEAR → Sardis · NEAR → Garrison Crossing · ACCESSED_VIA → Vedder Road · NEAR → Canada Education Park and UFV
Evidence:
“The most affordable entry point in Chilliwack. Condos and homes from $450K on Keith Wilson Road, steps from Vedder Road shopping.”
“Vedder Crossing is in south Chilliwack, right where Vedder Road meets Keith Wilson Road.”
Downtown ChilliwackNeighbourhood
The city core, anchored by District 1881. Covered on sarahtoop.com as Downtown Chilliwack, Chilliwack Proper East (newer multi-generational homes with legal suites near District 1881, Maple Avenue), and Chilliwack Proper West (character homes on established lots, Lewis Avenue).
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · HAS_AMENITY → District 1881 · ACCESSED_VIA → Highway 1
Evidence:
“The city core. District 1881, restaurants, cultural events, and the urban energy that the rest of Chilliwack comes downtown to enjoy.”
“This is the east side of Chilliwack’s downtown core. Maple Avenue is one of the key streets.”
“Lewis Avenue and the surrounding streets give you what most new developments cannot: mature trees, established lots, and homes with stories.”
Hillside and mountain neighbourhoods
Elevation, views, and a bit more breathing room.
Eastern HillsidesNeighbourhood
Elevated area on the east side of Chilliwack, south of Highway 1 near Annis Road. Mostly newer construction, typically $900K to $1M for family homes, with views toward Mt. Cheam.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · ADJACENT_TO → Marble Hill · HAS_AMENITY → Chilliwack Community Forest · HAS_AMENITY → The Falls Golf Club · ACCESSED_VIA → Highway 1 · ALTERNATIVE_TO → Promontory
Evidence:
“The Eastern Hillsides occupy the elevated terrain on the east side of Chilliwack, south of Highway 1 near the Annis Road turnoff.”
“Pricing sits in the $900K to $1M range for typical family homes.”
Vedder MountainNeighbourhood
Hillside area south of the Sardis core, above the Vedder Road corridor. Best known for rancher living in Riverstone Estates on Magdalena Place.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · ALTERNATIVE_TO → Promontory · NEAR → Sardis
Evidence:
“Vedder Mountain is the quiet alternative to Promontory.”
“Riverstone Estates on Magdalena Place is the address that most buyers recognize when Vedder Mountain comes up.”
Chilliwack MountainNeighbourhood
Hillside community with panoramic views of the Fraser River and valley. Known for privacy, gated properties, and view lots of two acres and up.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · COMPARED_WITH → Cultus Lake
Evidence:
“Privacy and acreage on 2+ acre view lots. Gated properties, panoramic valley views, and the feeling of being completely removed from the city.”
Marble HillNeighbourhood
Newer homes on large lots on Chilliwack’s eastern hillsides, next to the Eastern Hillsides area. About five minutes to Highway 1 and ten to downtown.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · ADJACENT_TO → Eastern Hillsides · ACCESSED_VIA → Highway 1
Evidence:
“Marble Hill occupies the eastern hillsides of Chilliwack, adjacent to the broader Eastern Hillsides area.”
Rural, acreage, and lake communities
For buyers who already know they want land or water.
Ryder LakeNeighbourhood
Rural acreage area southeast of the Chilliwack core in the hills above the Vedder River, about fifteen minutes from Sardis shopping. Multi-acre lots, hobby farm potential, homes from about $1M. No school of its own.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · BORDERS → Chilliwack River Valley · BORDERS → Eastern Hillsides · BORDERS → Promontory
Evidence:
“Ryder Lake is southeast of the Chilliwack core, tucked into the hills above the Vedder River. Elk View Road, Wincott Road, and Southside Road are the main arteries through the area.”
“Ryder Lake is acreage territory. If you are looking for a townhome or a condo, this is not your neighbourhood.”
Chilliwack River ValleyNeighbourhood
Rural valley running southeast from Chilliwack along Chilliwack Lake Road. Acreage, rural homes, and riverfront properties, with no subdivisions or strata. Known for salmon, steelhead, and trout fishing. Limited inventory.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · BORDERS → Ryder Lake · NEAR → Garrison Crossing
Evidence:
“The Chilliwack River Valley stretches southeast from the Chilliwack core along Chilliwack Lake Road.”
“Inventory is always limited. There are typically 15 to 20 active listings in the valley at any given time.”
Cultus LakeNeighbourhood
Lake community about fifteen minutes south of the Sardis core via Columbia Valley Road. Golf, Cultus Lake Provincial Park, and the Teapot Hill trail. Shifting from seasonal to year-round living.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: NEAR → Chilliwack · COMPARED_WITH → Chilliwack Mountain
Evidence:
“Lakeside living 15 minutes south of Sardis. Golf, Provincial Park, Teapot Hill trail, and a community shifting from seasonal to year-round.”
PopkumNeighbourhood
Community in the eastern Fraser Valley, east of the Chilliwack core along Highway 1 near Rosedale. Best known for Rose Garden Estates on Wildrose Drive, with large homes on lots of 12,000 square feet and up and Mt. Cheam views.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: NEAR → Rosedale · HAS_VIEW_OF → Mt. Cheam · ACCESSED_VIA → Highway 1
Evidence:
“Rose Garden Estates is the name that defines Popkum. Wildrose Drive is the street.”
GreendaleNeighbourhood
Rural farming community in the western part of Chilliwack, west of Sardis. Flat acreages and farms. Sarah Toop grew up here.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · NEAR → Sardis · HOMETOWN_OF → Sarah Toop
Evidence:
“Farming heritage, flat acreages, and a tight-knit community west of Sardis. My home turf.”
Surrounding communities
Still our backyard, just a longer drive.
RosedaleCommunity
Rural community on the east side of Chilliwack along Highway 1.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Chilliwack · NEAR → Popkum
Evidence:
“Rural charm meets modern living on the east side of Chilliwack along Highway 1.”
YarrowCommunity
Small community south of Chilliwack with a strong local identity.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: NEAR → Chilliwack · NEAR → Greendale
Evidence:
“Small-town living with a strong community feel south of Chilliwack.”
AgassizCommunity
Agricultural community in the eastern Fraser Valley, within the team’s service area.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Fraser Valley · NEAR → Harrison Hot Springs
Evidence:
“Agricultural roots and mountain views in the eastern Fraser Valley.”
Harrison Hot SpringsCommunity
Lakeside resort village in the eastern Fraser Valley, within the team’s service area.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Fraser Valley · NEAR → Agassiz · NEAR → Mt Woodside
Evidence:
“Resort-inspired lakeside living with hot springs, dining, and mountain recreation.”
Mt WoodsideNeighbourhood
Semi-custom homes with mountain views in the Harrison area, centred on Stromdahl Place. About thirty to thirty-five minutes from Sardis, which makes it the furthest neighbourhood from the Chilliwack core in the guide series.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: NEAR → Harrison Hot Springs · NEAR → Agassiz
Evidence:
“Stromdahl Place is the address that puts Mt Woodside on the map.”
HopeCommunity
Town at the eastern end of the Fraser Valley and the eastern edge of the team’s service area.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Fraser Valley
Evidence:
“The gateway to the mountains at the eastern end of the Fraser Valley.”
Landmarks, schools, and institutions
The local reference points that show up again and again in our guides.
55-Plus Communities in ChilliwackConcept
Age-restricted and downsizer communities named in the guides: Thomas Crossing, Country Park Village, Edenbank, and Cottonwood Retirement Village in Sardis, Promontory Lake Estates in Promontory, and the gated rancher community Elysian Village on Hakweles Road in Sardis East.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: FOUND_IN → Sardis · FOUND_IN → Promontory
Evidence:
“Downsizers and 55+: Sardis has Thomas Crossing, Country Park Village, and Edenbank. Promontory has Promontory Lake Estates. Vedder Mountain has rancher living with views.”
“For the 55-plus crowd, Promontory Lake Estates is a gated age-restricted community with ranchers, a clubhouse, walking trails”
CFB ChilliwackPlace, Historic Site
Former Canadian Forces army base in Chilliwack that closed in 1998. Its lands became Garrison Crossing and Canada Education Park. All Sappers Memorial Park at Vedder and Keith Wilson marks the history.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: PREDECESSOR_OF → Garrison Crossing · PREDECESSOR_OF → Canada Education Park and UFV
Evidence:
“The city and its partners turned it into two things side by side: Canada Education Park, and this walkable community.”
Canada Education Park and UFVPlace, Institution
Education campus on the former base lands beside Garrison Crossing. The University of the Fraser Valley moved its full Chilliwack campus here in 2012. The RCMP Pacific Region Training Centre and the Justice Institute of BC are also on site. A steady source of rental demand nearby.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: ADJACENT_TO → Garrison Crossing · NEAR → Vedder Crossing
Evidence:
“Canada Education Park sits on the rest of that former base land, and the University of the Fraser Valley moved its full Chilliwack campus there back in 2012.”
Sardis SecondarySchool
SD33 secondary school serving Sardis and Promontory.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: PART_OF → School District 33 Chilliwack · SERVES → Sardis · SERVES → Promontory
Evidence:
“For secondary, students go to Sardis Secondary, which is part of School District 33 Chilliwack.”
Promontory Heights Community SchoolSchool
SD33 elementary school in the middle of Promontory. Full name is Promontory Heights Elementary Community School. Most families nearby can walk.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: PART_OF → School District 33 Chilliwack · SERVES → Promontory
Evidence:
“Promontory Heights Community School is the school that anchors this community. It is right in the heart of the neighbourhood, and most families can walk their kids to school.”
Stitó:s Lá:lém Totí:ltSchool
SD33 kindergarten to grade 8 school on Tyson Road near the Vedder River. Opened in 2022.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: PART_OF → School District 33 Chilliwack · SERVES → Garrison Crossing
Evidence:
“It opened in 2022 over on Tyson Road near the river, and it runs kindergarten through grade 8”
Strathcona ElementarySchool
SD33 elementary school on Fairfield Island. Students typically move on to Chilliwack Middle School and Chilliwack Secondary School.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: PART_OF → School District 33 Chilliwack · SERVES → Fairfield Island
Evidence:
“Fairfield Island is served by Strathcona Elementary, right in the heart of the neighbourhood.”
Cottonwood MallPlace, Shopping Centre
Main shopping centre in Sardis on the Vedder Road corridor. Anchors include Walmart, London Drugs, and Save-On-Foods. About five minutes from Promontory.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Sardis · LOCATED_ON → Vedder Road
Evidence:
“Cottonwood Mall anchors one end with Walmart, London Drugs, and Save-On-Foods.”
District 1881Place
Revitalized dining, shopping, and entertainment district in downtown Chilliwack. About ten minutes from Promontory.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Downtown Chilliwack
Evidence:
“District 1881 changed everything about east downtown Chilliwack.”
Vedder RoadRoad
The main north-south commercial corridor through Sardis, linking Cottonwood Mall, Eagle Landing, Vedder Crossing, and Garrison Crossing. The RE/MAX Nyda Realty office is on it.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: RUNS_THROUGH → Sardis · CONNECTS_TO → Highway 1
Evidence:
“Vedder Road runs straight through the middle of everything. It is the spine of the neighbourhood”
Highway 1Road
The Trans-Canada Highway through Chilliwack. Main commuter route west to Abbotsford, Langley, and Vancouver. Key interchanges named in the guides are Lickman Road for Sardis and Promontory, and Annis Road for the Eastern Hillsides.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: SERVES → Chilliwack
Evidence:
“You can be on the freeway heading toward Abbotsford or Langley in a couple of minutes from the Lickman Road interchange, and the drive into Vancouver takes roughly an hour and fifteen on a good day.”
BC Transit Route 54 PromontoryTransit Route
The BC Transit bus route that connects Promontory to the malls and downtown Chilliwack.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: SERVES → Promontory
Evidence:
“BC Transit runs Route 54 Promontory for anyone who prefers not to drive. It connects the hill to the malls and downtown with service throughout the day.”
Vedder River Rotary TrailPlace, Trail
Riverside walking and cycling trail along the Vedder River, steps from Garrison Crossing and a short drive from Sardis and Promontory.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: NEAR → Garrison Crossing · NEAR → Sardis
Evidence:
“The Legacy Trail links Garrison Crossing north, and the Rotary Trail follows the river”
Island 22 Regional ParkPlace, Park
A 132 hectare regional park on Fairfield Island with a fenced off-leash dog area, equestrian facilities, a bike skills area, trails, and a boat launch on the Fraser River.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Fairfield Island
Evidence:
“The crown jewel is Island 22 Regional Park. One hundred and thirty-two hectares.”
Chilliwack Community ForestPlace, Park
A 130 acre city-owned forest in the Eastern Hillsides with more than 45 kilometres of hiking and mountain bike trails. Access is off Allan Road via the Annis Road exit.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Eastern Hillsides
Evidence:
“It is a 130-acre city-owned forest right in the Eastern Hillsides with over 45 kilometres of trails maintained by the Chilliwack Park Society and the Fraser Valley Mountain Bike Association.”
The Falls Golf ClubPlace, Golf Course
An 18-hole par 72 course in the foothills of Mt. Cheam at 8341 Nixon Road, in the Eastern Hillsides.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: LOCATED_IN → Eastern Hillsides
Evidence:
“It is a full 18-hole par 72 championship course carved into the foothills of Mt. Cheam at 8341 Nixon Road.”
Mt. CheamPlace, Mountain
The peak that dominates Chilliwack’s eastern skyline. The signature view from Promontory, the Eastern Hillsides, and Popkum.
Defined by: Sarah Toop Real Estate Group
Relations: VISIBLE_FROM → Promontory · VISIBLE_FROM → Eastern Hillsides · VISIBLE_FROM → Popkum
Evidence:
“Mt. Cheam dominates the eastern skyline.”
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