956 161a St, Surrey BC - Single Family Residence for Sale - MLS# R3134246

102 days on the market
$1,650,000
Est. Mortgage $7,300/mo
Listing updated:
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5 Beds
3 Baths
3285 sqft
502 $ /sqft
1984 built
102 days on the market
$1,650,000
Est. $7,300/mo with 20% down
Listing updated:
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Property Details for 956 161a Street

Welcome to South Surrey livingl Nestled in a quiet, cul-de-sac, this spacious family home offers the perfect layout for a growing family. The highlight of this property is the massive 9,000+ sqft lot, featuring a massive private backyard that is a true paradise for kids to play and a dream for gardening. Group level features an in-law suite with separate entrance for potential rental income. Embrace the ultimate White Rock lifestyle-you are just minutes away from the iconic pier, scenic beachside promenades, and vibrant oceanside dining. A rare opportunity for young families seeking the perfect blend of coastal living, immense backyard privacy, and tight-knit community safety. Open house Thurs Jun 25 1-3pm and Sunday Jun 28th 2-4pm

Interior Features

Basement Finished Area (sqft) 0
Basement Features None
Appliances Included Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Fireplace 3
Heating Type Forced Air, Natural Gas
# of Kitchens 2
Flooring Laminate, Mixed, Tile, Carpet
Foundation Slab

Exterior Features

Exterior Features Balcony, Private Yard
Roof Asphalt
Structures Residential Detached

Building Details

Price $1,650,000
Total Bedrooms 5
Total Bathrooms 3
Full Bathrooms 3
Half Bathrooms 0
Floor Area Total (sqft) 3285
Year Built 1984
Age Of Building 42
Building Type Single Family Residence
Property Type Residential
Stories 2
Ownership Type Freehold NonStrata
Utility Type Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Utility Sewer Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer
Water (WaterSource) Public
Parking Type Carport Multiple, Garage Double, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
Total Parking Spaces 7
Rental Suites Unauthorized Suite

Lot & Land

Lot Size 9193
Lot Size Depth Feet
Lot Size Frontage 48
MLS® # R3134246
Area South Surrey White Rock
Neighbourhood Pacific Douglas
City Surrey
Postal Code V4A 7W6
Gross Taxes $7,128.39
Zoning R3

Property Timeline

Status Date Price
R3134246 / Active 06-08-2026 $1,650,000
Rooms
Floor Type Dimensions
Main Level Foyer 11'3 x 11'3 ft
Main Level Flex Room 11'5 x 11'5 ft
Main Level Bedroom 9'10 x 9'10 ft
Main Level Dining Room 11'2 x 11'2 ft
Main Level Kitchen 14'10 x 14'10 ft
Main Level Living Room 19'11 x 19'11 ft
Main Level Bedroom 14'9 x 14'9 ft
Above Level Living Room 12'10 x 12'10 ft
Above Level Dining Room 11'11 x 11'11 ft
Above Level Kitchen 10'1 x 10'1 ft
Above Level Family Room 11' x 11' ft
Above Level Eating Area 10'4 x 10'4 ft
Above Level Flex Room 19'7 x 19'7 ft
Above Level Primary Bedroom 14'10 x 14'10 ft
Above Level Bedroom 13'8 x 13'8 ft
Main Level Bedroom 17'2 x 17'2 ft
Bathrooms
Floor Ensuite Pieces
Above Level No #3
Above Level Yes #4
Above Level No #4

Listed by: Grand Central Realty

NOTE: 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.

Map & Neighbourhood

Public Schools

Elementary
South Meridian Elementary School
Average 0.74 km 5.4/10

Information includes BC Government Open License data; school details change often and are offered solely as general guidance.

Private Schools

Elementary
Newbridge Academy
Above Average 2.73 km 8.1/10
Elementary, Secondary
White Rock Christian Academy
Above Average 3.28 km 8.9/10

Closest Transit

Bus Stop
Southbound Stayte Rd @ Pacific Ave
0.3 km
Skytrain
Skytrain @ Willowbrook Station ( Under Construction till 2029)
12.59 km

Crime Rate

Total Crime Rate
Average
Violent Crime Rate
Below Average
Property Crime Rate
Average

Demographics

Post-Secondary Education
Below Average 20.9%
No Certificate/Degree
Average 14.6%
Owner Occupied
Below Average 48.4%
Employment Rate
Below Average 49.2%

Noise/ Power Lines

Road/Hwy Noise
Possible
Railway/Sky train Noise
Unlikely
Airport/Port Noise
Unlikely
Close to major Power Lines
Unlikely

Other

Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR)
Unlikely
Flood Area
Unlikely
Close to Cemeteries
Unlikely

Sell Speed & Competition

36 / 100
Overall sell-speed score
May take longer
B
Price competition grade
Avg comparable: $1,592,250
Buyer's
Market conditions
Buyer's market — more supply than demand
Flood Risk (FEMA/BC)
Unlikely — not in floodplain
Railway / Skytrain noise
Unlikely — 12.59 km from station
Road / Highway noise
Possible — major road nearby
Airport noise (YVR)
Unlikely
Power lines proximity
Unlikely
ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve)
No — not in ALR
How PACIFIC DOUGLAS compares
This property
102 DOM
Listed
Pacific Douglas avg
Surrey avg

956 161a Street has a sell-speed score of 36/100, placing it in the "May take longer than the area average to sell" band. The listing is priced 3.5% above comparable active properties in Pacific Douglas. The local market is currently a Buyer's Market with a sales-to-active ratio of 7.8% — buyers have more leverage. With only 616 competing homes currently listed, this property has significant competition. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is could take longer than the area average to sell.

Climate Risk for V4A 7W6

Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V4A 7W6, over the next 30 years. Projections use the 2041–2070 period (2050s) under a moderate emissions scenario (SSP2-4.5).

Flood Lower Risk

Outside of designated flood hazard zones. Under 10% of buildings in this area have flood risk over the next 30 years.

Fire Low

Located within the "Vancouver" WUI zone (Risk Class 5 — Low). Based on BC Wildfire Service provincial WUI Risk Class mapping; not a site-specific assessment.

Air Quality A / Excellent

Annual avg PM2.5 4.6 µg/m³ — meets WHO 2021 guideline (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: Surrey East, Surrey (~13.9 km). Annual avg AQHI 1.8 — Low Risk.

Heat Moderate

Surrey currently sees ~1 day above 30 °C per year (1981–2010 baseline), projected to rise to ~8 by the 2050s (SSP2-4.5 moderate emissions). Hottest day of the year: ~30 °C baseline, ~32.5 °C projected. Tropical nights (>18 °C): ~0 baseline, ~3 projected.

Precipitation Increasing

Annual precipitation ~1516 mm (1981–2010 baseline), projected ~1574 mm by the 2050s. Extreme 1-day rainfall: ~51.5 mm baseline, ~57.1 mm projected. Values vary modestly across the Lower Mainland.

Drought Stable

Longest annual dry spell (consecutive dry days): ~23 days baseline, ~24 days projected for the 2050s. CDD is used as a regional drought proxy; drought risk varies modestly across the Lower Mainland.

Nearby Restaurants, Cafes & Shops

Shopping (4 nearby)

  • Rebel kat clothing · 813 m · Clothes
  • Yellow orchid hair and beauty studio · 824 m · Hairdresser
  • Gardenia beauty bar · 845 m · Beauty Shop

Groceries (2 nearby)

  • Sunlight market & vape shop · 805 m · Convenience
  • Chan's king george · 932 m · Greengrocer

Restaurants (2 nearby)

  • La baia ristorante italiano · 792 m · Restaurant
  • Washington avenue grill · 833 m · Restaurant

Cafes (1 nearby)

  • Verandah cafe by the beach · 827 m · Cafe

Transit (1 nearby)

  • Bus stop northbound king george blvd @ 14 ave · 997 m · Transit

Schools NearBy

8 Schools are within 3km

School Type Grades Served Catchment Info Rating Distance

South Meridian Elementary School

Public

Grades Served

K-7

Catchment Info

In Catchment
5.4 / 10

Distance

736 m

Peace Arch Elementary

Public

Grades Served

Catchment Info

5.9 / 10

Distance

802 m

Peace Arch Elementary School

Public

Grades Served

K-7

Catchment Info

5.9 / 10

Distance

926 m

Earl Marriott Secondary

Public

Grades Served

Catchment Info

9.6 / 10

Distance

1.29 KM

White Rock Elementary

Public

Grades Served

Catchment Info

5.9 / 10

Distance

1.88 KM

White Rock Elementary School

Public

Grades Served

K-7

Catchment Info

5.9 / 10

Distance

1.90 KM

Jessie Lee Elementary School

Public

Grades Served

K-7

Catchment Info

5.2 / 10

Distance

2.65 KM

Newbridge Academy

Independent

Grades Served

Catchment Info

8.1 / 10

Distance

2.73 KM

Walkability & Transit Near 956 161a Street

Walk Score Badge
Car-Dependent 38

Walk Score - Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car
Transit Score Badge
Some Transit 44

Transit Score - Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options
Bike Score Badge
Somewhat
Bikeable
42

Bike Score - Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

BC Assessment Value — 956 161a Street

2026 assessed value, sourced from City of Surrey open data (PID 000-512-541).
Total Assessed Value (2026)
$1,525,000
2026 Value Trend
Land
$1,424,000
Buildings
$101,000
Year Built
N/A
Class
N/A
Zoning
R3
Property Tax
N/A
Year Land Improvements Total Assessed YOY Change
2026 $1,424,000 $101,000 $1,525,000

Mortgage Calculator for 956 161a Street

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Principal & Interest
Property Taxes $594
Maintenance fee 0
With a 20% down payment, buyers can expect an estimated $6,896/month in total housing costs on this $1,650,000 property — $6,302 mortgage payment, $594 property tax.
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Based on $5,337/month estimated rent and $7,067/month in total housing costs, this property has a -$1,730/month cashflow. Break-even down payment: approximately 42%.
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Price vs Neighbourhood Average — Pacific Douglas, Surrey

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Comparable data is unavailable at the neighbourhood level. City-wide in Surrey, similar Single Family Residences average $1,593,666 across 5 active listings — this listing is 3.5% above the Surrey average.

Data is based on list prices of similar active listings. 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 Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver which assumes no responsibility for its accuracy

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Walkability & Transit Near 956 161a Street

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Car-Dependent 38

Walk Score - Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car
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Some Transit 44

Transit Score - Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options
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Bikeable
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Bike Score - Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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