11618 203 St, Maple Ridge, BC, MLS® R2997184

As we walk through the beautiful neighborhood of Maple Ridge, we're surrounded by lush greenery and a strong sense of community. Our featured home, located at 11618 203 Street, MLS® R2997184, is a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Hammond Elementary School, a highly-rated school with a 6.9/10 rating, is just 0.15 km away from our property. This school is a gem for families, providing a safe and supportive learning environment. For those seeking alternative educational options, Meadow Montessori School, a renowned independent school, is a 0.77 km drive away. Additionally, Maple Ridge Christian School, a secondary independent school, is a 1.12 km stroll from our home.

According to Statistics Canada's 2020 report, our neighborhood has a crime rate of 10,310.11 incidents per 100,000 population, which is Above Average compared to other Canadian cities. However, with a year-by-year change of -13.72%, our community is getting safer. The neighborhood's drug crime rate is also Above Average, with a rating of 361.76 and 332 incidents in 2020. Fortunately, the year-by-year change in the illegal substances offences ranking is a positive -23.47%. Property crimes in the area are Average, with a rating of 3,824.61 and 3,510 incidents in 2020. Violent crime rates are also Above Average, with 2,153.12 incidents in 2020, but a year-by-year change of -6.53% indicates a downward trend.

The Southbound 203 St @ Thorne Ave bus station is just 0.04 km away from our property, making it an ideal location for commuters. Whether you need to get to work or school, our neighborhood offers easy access to public transportation.

This charming neighborhood is home to a diverse community, with 9.2% of residents holding a university certificate or degree, which is Low compared to other BC neighborhoods. However, 15.8% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Below Average. The median household income in our community is $86,080, making it Above Average in comparison to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $37,986, also Above Average. A staggering 73.1% of households in our neighborhood own their homes, which is High. Unemployment rates in the area are Low, at 5.1%.

The population change between 2011 and 2016 in our neighborhood was 0.3%, which is Average compared to the region's average growth rate. The population density per square kilometer is 1,566.1, which is Average. Families in our community are an average size of 2.9, with 65.7% of families having children, which is Above Average. The average age of the population is 38.7, which is Below Average compared to other BC cities.

Our home, MLS® R2997184, is located in a prime location, with an average value of dwellings in the neighborhood being $525,880, which is Above Average compared to other areas in British Columbia. The average owner payments are Above Average, at $1,512, while tenants are paying $1,058, which is Average. A total of 19.8% of the population in our neighborhood are renters, which is Average compared to other BC cities and areas.

The neighborhood is predominantly English-speaking, with 93.1% of residents speaking only English, which is Above Average. French speakers make up 6.2% of the population, which is Below Average. Public transportation is used by 6% of the population, which is Below Average, while 86.2% of residents use cars, which is Average. 0.9% of the population uses bicycles, which is Average, and 4.6% of residents walk, which is also Average.

11618 203 Street, Maple Ridge, BC, MLS® R2997184, is a rare gem in a sought-after neighborhood. With its excellent schools, safe community, convenient location, and diverse demographics, this home is the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Come and experience the best of Maple Ridge!