SQUAMISH BY NEIGHBOURHOOD
VALLEYCLIFFE
Find family homes and spectacular views in Valleycliffe.
Find family homes, apartments and spectacular views in Valleycliffe. Like most communities in Squamish, Valleycliffe is desirable for its trails, rivers and rock-climbing, not to mention its relative proximity to Vancouver. Valleycliffe is at the southern end of Squamish and is perched on a cliff overlooking the Howe Sound. Valleycliffe Elementary is central to most properties in this neighbourhood, and also a nice shopping area with a convenience store, post office, gym, cafe and more. Valleycliffe is madeup of three notable areas: Valleycliffe proper, Crumpit Woods and Hospital Hill.
DENTVILLE
Dentville is walking distance to everything you need.
A short walk away from downtown, you’ll find Dentville. This area is one of the original Squamish communities, and just north of the town centre. Both older and newer properties can be found here, and have been a popular choice among young families.
GARIBALDI HIGHLANDS
Garibaldi Highlands is an established neighbourhood offering exquisite mountain and ocean views.
The properties in the Garibaldi Highlands (locally known as “The Highlands”) are situated along the hillside, surrounded by lush forest and incredible views of the valley, the mountains and the Howe Sound. This area has traditionally been one of the most coveted Squamish communities, and is firmly established with countless residential single family homes.
GARIBALDI ESTATES
Garibaldi Estates is an established community just off the Sea to Sky Highway.
Garibaldi Estates, known to locals as simply ‘The Estates’ is located at the foot of Garibaldi Highlands, and is an established area full of residential single family homes, townhomes and apartments. Garibaldi Estates is known for offering larger lots. Many of the great restaurants in Squamish can be found in this area, along with several shops, yoga studios, and grocery stores. Mamquam School is located in Garibaldi Estates just across the highway.
DOWNTOWN SQUAMISH
Dine, shop and play in Squamish’s vibrant downtown core.
Here you’ll find several of Squamish’s amenities all within walkable distance. Cleveland Avenue, Downtown Squamish’s main street, boasts several local shops, boutiques, restaurants and businesses. The Squamish Public Library, Municipal Hall, Cliffside Cider and Howe Sound Brewery are situated at the far end near the oceanfront and Nexxen Beach. Plenty of new housing developments surround the town centre, most of which feature stunning views of the iconic Stawamus Chief mountain or the Howe Sound.
NORTHYARDS
Northyards is an up and coming neighbourhood walking distance to downtown Squamish.
The Northyards is an upcoming neighbourhood that offers a mix of residential, commercial and industrial landscapes. Northyards is aptly named after the Railway Heritage Park which offers information on Squamish’s rich history with the railways. There have been a number of developments in recent years that has attracted younger families. Centrally located by schools and shopping, as well as great craft breweries, gyms, rock climbing, bakeries, and more. There’s no shortage of things to explore in this community!
BRACKENDALE
Brackendale sits at the north end of Squamish and is the winter home of the North American Bald Eagle.
Brackendale is a great family-oriented neighborhood close to schools, bike shops, coffee shops, restaurants, the Brackendale art gallery, general store, and more. Year round, this community is busy with mountain bikers, artisans and eagle viewers, and is a great destination for river walks, trail running, biking and coffee dates.
TANTALUS
Tantalus is a growing community surrounded by networks of famous Squamish trails.
Step out of your front door and onto the mountain bike trails! The properties in the Tantalus area offer a great mix of condos, townhomes, 1/2 duplex’s and family homes, all of which can boast the backcountry as their backyard. Alice Lake is just a hike or bike ride away, and so are all the amenities of Garibaldi Highlands. At the north end of Tantalus Road, you’ll find Skyridge, consisting of several new construction homes, duplexes, townhomes and condos.
HOSPITAL HILL
Aptly named due to the proximity to the hospital, as well as being perched on the hillside.
Located above Valleycliffe, sitting atop the impressive granite Smoke Bluffs overlooking Squamish’s Downtown and offering spectacular views of the Howe Sound, the valley and the surrounding mountains. Hospital Hill is found at the southern edge of Squamish, there is a unique and cozy charm to the area, consisting of single family homes and as the name implies, the central location of the Squamish General Hospital.
RURAL SQUAMISH
Squamish Valley, Paradise Valley & Ring Creek
Located nearby to the town centers of Squamish are some rural areas that are much loved by Squamish locals, including the Squamish Valley, Paradise Valley and Ring Creek. Featuring secluded homes on larger plots of land, surrounded by the mountains, rivers and lakes. You can expect quiet and humble living with all the conveniences you need just a short drive away.