Surrey Real Estate
Surrey is large, and a home in Fleetwood and a home in Cloverdale can feel like different cities. We help you pick the right part of Surrey first, then the right property.
Surrey Real Estate at a glance
- Municipality
- City of Surrey
- Town centres
- City Centre, Guildford, Fleetwood, Newton, Cloverdale, South Surrey
- Transit
- Expo Line SkyTrain in the north; an extension along Fraser Highway toward Langley is under construction
- Homes our team has listed here
- 57, mostly houses and townhouses
- Neighbourhoods where we have listed most
- Sullivan Station, Grandview, Clayton, Cedar Hills, East Newton
- Office
- #306 - 1493 Foster St, White Rock
Surrey's six town centres
Surrey is made of six town centres: City Centre (Whalley), Guildford, Fleetwood, Newton, Cloverdale and South Surrey. City Centre is the urban core, with towers and SkyTrain. Guildford and Fleetwood are established, Newton is busy and diverse, Cloverdale keeps its historic town centre and rodeo, and South Surrey runs from newer townhome communities to the shoreline.
Start with the centre, then narrow to the neighbourhood. The commute, the type of home and the daily errands change a lot between them.
Surrey neighbourhoods where we have worked
Our listing history is spread widely. Sullivan Station and Panorama Ridge have newer family townhomes, Clayton is the newer neighbourhood next to Cloverdale, and Grandview Heights covers South Surrey growth. Cedar Hills and Fraser Heights are known for larger detached homes, some with views, and Newton and Queen Mary Park offer a mix of older houses and townhomes.
We have listed a corner townhome in Sullivan Station, a Kwantlen Village townhome in West Newton, and large family houses in Cedar Hills and Fraser Heights. Each area attracts a different household.
Buying a house, townhome or duplex in Surrey
Detached houses are the largest group of our Surrey listings, townhomes come next, and we have also listed duplexes, a rancher and a condo. Larger homes in Surrey often include a basement suite, so ask whether it is permitted and what the paperwork says. A suite you cannot confirm is not income you can count on.
For strata townhomes, read the bylaws, fees, depreciation report, minutes and Form B. For detached homes, look at the lot, drainage, access and renovation permits. We build a short list you can compare side by side.
Transit, commute and where to look
The Expo Line SkyTrain serves the north of Surrey, including King George and Surrey Central stations, and a SkyTrain extension along Fraser Highway toward Langley is under construction. Homes near stations suit commuters, but they can cost more to hold and sound different from quiet cul-de-sacs.
Drive your own commute at the hours you will travel before you decide. Surrey's size means two homes on the same map can be very different daily trips.
City of Surrey rules and property information
Surrey publishes an online mapping tool called COSMOS, where you can look up zoning, lot information and nearby plans for any address. Use it early, along with the city's plans for the area. If a home is advertised for redevelopment, ask for the plan, the title and written guidance from the city.
BC's small-scale multi-unit housing rules allow more homes on many single-family lots, but Surrey decides what applies to your lot. If you run a business, Surrey also publishes information on industrial lands and business parks.
Selling in Surrey, and investing
A Cloverdale townhome and a Newton detached home are not the same product, so we price yours against homes that truly match. Send us your address, upgrades and timeline and we will tell you what to fix, what to leave alone and how to present it.
For investors, Surrey offers townhomes, houses, multi-unit buildings and commercial space. For rental buildings of five or more units, CMHC MLI Select can mean as little as 5% down, up to 95% loan-to-value, with lender and CMHC approval. We help you gather the building details first.
How the Oberoi Group helps
We are a residential and commercial team led by Jas Oberoi and Maria Hussain, with over $900M in career sales and over 40 real estate awards. We were the Top 3 Commercial Team across Canada at RE/MAX based on 2025 commission, which helps when your Surrey move involves a plaza or business.
Ask for new Surrey listings, book a 15 minute call or ring 604-385-3770.
Choosing between Surrey and its neighbours
Many buyers compare Surrey with White Rock, Langley and Delta. White Rock is its own small city on the bay. Langley is two municipalities, the City and the Township. Delta has North Delta, Ladner and Tsawwassen. Surrey is the largest of these and offers the widest range of home types, which is why we ask about your routine before your budget.
If your search crosses a border, we keep a short list for each place so you compare like with like. Taxes, permits and property information change with the municipality, so we check them for every address.
Homes our team has listed in Surrey
Frequently asked questions
What are Surrey's main town centres?
Surrey has six: City Centre (Whalley), Guildford, Fleetwood, Newton, Cloverdale and South Surrey. Each has a different mix of homes and daily life.
Is White Rock part of Surrey?
No. White Rock is its own city next to South Surrey, which is part of Surrey. Check the city on any listing near the border.
Which Surrey neighbourhoods are best for families?
It depends on what you need. We have listed family homes in Sullivan Station, Clayton, Grandview, Fraser Heights and Cedar Hills, and we can compare them against your commute and budget.
Does SkyTrain serve Surrey?
The Expo Line serves the north of Surrey, including King George and Surrey Central. An extension along Fraser Highway toward Langley is under construction.
Can I rely on a basement suite in a Surrey house?
Only if it is confirmed. Ask for permits and written confirmation from the City of Surrey, and do not count on rent until it is verified.
How do I find Surrey MLS listings that fit me?
Tell us the areas, home type and must-haves, and we set up a search that emails or texts you new Surrey listings. We also review each one with you so you know what to ask before you visit.
Do you help with Surrey commercial property?
Yes. We help with plazas, owner-occupied space, business purchases and lease terms, and we coordinate accounting, legal and financing steps.
Get new listings by email
Choose a Surrey area and we will send matching listings by email or text. Want to talk first? Book a 15 minute buyer strategy call.