THOMPSON, BC


THOMPSON, TERRA NOVA & RIVERDALE, RICHMOND

The community of Thompson is located on the north eastern shore of Richmond's main Lulu Island, bordering the Richmond City Centre to the east, the area of Blundell to the south east, and the neighbourhoods of Seafair to the south west. Surrounded by water on the north and west sides, Thompson borders the Georgia Strait and the dykes. It's location on the north west shore of Lulu Island means residents of Thompson enjoy spectacular views of the North Shore Mountains, the Fraser River, and the Pacific Ocean's Georgia Strait.

Made up of several smaller sub-neighbourhoods including Riverdale and the newer Terra Nova area, the community of Thompson has an abundance of natural parkland and modern recreational facilities, making this community a top pick in Richmond for active singles, couples and families. The community is home to excellent schools and close to both the Richmond Public Library and the Aquatic Centre.

Transportation in and out of Thompson is easy. In particular, the Vancouver International Airport is located a mere 10 minutes away, just across the Fraser River on Sea Island. There is quick access to Highway 99. Travel to Vancouver's downtown business core is 25-30 minutes, while Richmond's City Centre area is a quick 10 minute drive.


THOMPSON HOMES

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MLS® listing #R3046383 for sale located at 23 6100 TIFFANY BOULEVARD

$938,000

3 beds 2 baths 1406 sqft

23 6100 TIFFANY BOULEVARD

Richmond, BC MLS® #R3046383

Courtesy of Dominic Shu PREC*/Sutton Group-West Coast Realty

MLS® listing #R3045478 for sale located at 3240 WESTMINSTER HIGHWAY, Richmond BC V7C 5R1

$2,450,000

5 beds 4 baths 2879 sqft

3240 WESTMINSTER HIGHWAY, Richmond BC V7C 5R1

Richmond, BC MLS® #R3045478

Courtesy of Steve Qu - PREC/Sutton Group-West Coast Realty

MLS® listing #R3045808 for sale located at 4120 WESTMINSTER HIGHWAY, Richmond BC V7C 1B4

$4,379,000

5 beds 6 baths 4364 sqft

4120 WESTMINSTER HIGHWAY, Richmond BC V7C 1B4

Richmond, BC MLS® #R3045808

Courtesy of Charles Chen PREC*/RE/MAX Crest Realty

MLS® listing #R3045572 for sale located at 7219 CAVELIER COURT, Richmond BC V7C 4J7

$3,990,000

5 beds 6 baths 4396 sqft

7219 CAVELIER COURT, Richmond BC V7C 4J7

Richmond, BC MLS® #R3045572

Courtesy of Demi Gu PREC*/Royal Pacific Realty Corp.

MLS® listing #R3045630 for sale located at 3491 TOLMIE AVENUE, Richmond BC V7C 5P8

$2,299,000

5 beds 4 baths 2844 sqft

3491 TOLMIE AVENUE, Richmond BC V7C 5P8

Richmond, BC MLS® #R3045630

Courtesy of Zack Zhang PREC*/RE/MAX Westcoast

MLS® listing #R3045657 for sale located at 3471 BLUNDELL ROAD, Richmond BC V7C 1G5

$2,999,999

5 beds 6 baths 3421 sqft

3471 BLUNDELL ROAD, Richmond BC V7C 1G5

Richmond, BC MLS® #R3045657

Courtesy of Nancy Zhang PREC*/YVR International Realty

MLS® listing #R3045900 for sale located at 5579 HANKIN DRIVE, Richmond BC V7C 5N5

$2,428,000

5 beds 3 baths 2932 sqft

5579 HANKIN DRIVE, Richmond BC V7C 5N5

Richmond, BC MLS® #R3045900

Courtesy of Tina Li PREC*/RE/MAX City Realty

MLS® listing #R3045706 for sale located at 5628 GIBBONS DRIVE, Richmond BC V7C 2C7

$2,999,000

5 beds 6 baths 3681 sqft

5628 GIBBONS DRIVE, Richmond BC V7C 2C7

Richmond, BC MLS® #R3045706

Courtesy of Kanson Ye PREC*/Royal Pacific Realty Corp.

MLS® listing #R3044977 for sale located at 7891 EPERSON ROAD, Richmond BC V7C 2K5

$2,799,000

5 beds 5 baths 4239 sqft

7891 EPERSON ROAD, Richmond BC V7C 2K5

Richmond, BC MLS® #R3044977

Courtesy of Lu Wei PREC*/Sutton Group-West Coast Realty

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SHAFIK'S FAVOURITE THINGS ABOUT THOMPSON

The amazing community spirit you feel on the streets and in the neighbourhoods of Thompson can't be beat: that's why Shafik has chosen a Thompson home for himself and his family.

  1. Taking in the amazing view during a summer stroll along the Terra Nova Dyke.
  2. Treating the family to delicious sushi at the Hananoki Japanese Restaurant.
  3. Watching the bird migrations from a lookout at the Bird Sanctuary at the Terra Nova Natural Area.
  4. Meeting up at the Thompson Community Centre for a game of soccer or the Nibbles and Bits Festival.
  5. Tossing a ball around at the Gibbons Baseball Park.
  6. Browsing the produce at the Jia Jia Vegetable Market.
  7. Fast and easy access to Vancouver.
  8. Meeting up for coffee at the Starbucks in Terra Nova.


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THE THOMPSON COMMUNITY CENTRE

The heart of Thompson is the Thompson Community Centre, well known throughout Richmond for its excellent recreational amenities and yearly events. Open daily and surrounded by the 8.1 acre Thompson Park, this 21,000 square foot facility includes a banquet hall, games room, gymnasium, fully equipped fitness room, and two full kitchens adjacent to 4 multipurpose rooms. Outside in the park are soccer fields, baseball diamonds, basketball courts, lit tennis courts, climbing boulders, a fully lit roller hockey and lacrosse box, as well as extensive walking trails.

The building architecture was inspired by the Vancouver International Airport, with the surrounding landscape designed to echo Richmond's unique geography. In the last decade use of the Thompson Community Centre has risen dramatically, and residents from across Richmond regularly visit and enjoy its modern facilities and recreational programs.

Many yearly events are held at the Thompson Community Centre including a Basketball Tournament and local SWAP Meet, but the centre is best known for the annual "Nibbles and Bits of Richmond" festival held annually on the second weekend of September. Every year local restaurants offer sample-size portions of their best dishes to over 12,000 attendees, and over the years the festival has grown to include a craft and exhibitors fair, a children's carnival, and a sports competition.


PARKS & NATURAL AREAS

TERRA NOVA RURAL PARK


Terra Nova Rural Park is located adjacent to the Sturgeon Banks and the West Dyke Trail in the far north west corner of Thompson. Featuring picturesque views of the North Shore Mountains and the Tidal Flats, Terra Nova Rural Park is an award winning green space that continues to expand, adding new trails, gardens and natural wildlife habitats. The recently added Healing Garden and Sharing Farm are particular favourite spots for Richmond residents.


TERRA NOVA NATURAL AREA


South of the Natural Area is the Terra Nova Natural Park. An old-field style habitat, the park features native plants and a natural slough. Viewing platforms provide great views, and the park is a popular wildlife spotting area. Home to the Terra Nova Bird Sanctuary, over 1.4 million birds including eagles, herons and gulls migrate through the area every year.


INTERESTED IN BUYING OR SELLING IN THOMPSON?

To learn more about the community of Thompson in Richmond, BC, contact Skafik and his Team or request a free Thompson Home Evaluation today!