Don’t move to Chilliwack BC until you know these 5 truths | 2025 Chilliwack relocation guide

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Do not move to Chilliwack BC until you know these 5 Truths about living in Chilliwack BC

1. The Commute & Transportation Reality
Truth: Chilliwack is beautiful and more affordable, but it’s not a quick hop into Vancouver.
Details to cover:
Highway 1 bottlenecks (especially around Abbotsford/Langley).
Limited transit options compared to Surrey/Langley.
The trade-off: more space, quieter living, but plan for longer drives if you work in the city.

2. The Outdoor Lifestyle is a way of life.
Truth: If you love the outdoors, Chilliwack is paradise—but it’s more than just hiking.
Details to cover:
World-class fishing on the Vedder River.
Cultus Lake, Chilliwack Lake, and the hiking trails around Lindeman/Elk.
Camping, dirt biking, skiing at Manning Park.

3. Agriculture and Rural influence
Truth: Chilliwack is still heavily shaped by farming, even if you buy in a newer development.
Details to cover:
Expect to occasionally smell dairy farms or manure depending on the wind.
Roadways with tractors, farm stands selling fresh produce, and a strong “buy local” culture.
This also means fresher food, farmer’s markets, and a tight-knit rural community feel.

4. Neighborhood and Lifestyle differences
Truth: Chilliwack is not just one vibe—it’s very diverse depending on where you settle.
Details to cover:
Sardis: family-friendly, newer homes, close to schools.
Promontory: hillside living, views, but watch for traffic coming down.
Downtown Chilliwack (District 1881): a historic area revitalized with breweries, shops, and restaurants—more “hip” than people expect.

5. The True Cost of Living in Chilliwack BC, Renting and home ownership
Make no mistake about it the main reason many people decide to relocate to Chilliwack BC from other parts of the Lower Mainland is the lower cost of living. Rent is lower, and the cost to purchase would be lower in Chilliwack.


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