Neighbourhood Spotlight: Sapperton, New Westminster

Sapperton is a neighbourhood that is rich in history and strong with community connections.  Sapperton is home to the West’s first penitentiary and named after the Sappers (Royal Engineers) who surveyed the area in 1858. Nestled in the northeast corner of New Westminster, flush with Coquitlam and Burnaby, Sapperton descends from Massey Victory Heights down to the Fraser, offering views of the river, Mount Baker, and the Coast Mountains.

East Columbia is the main retail strip where you’ll find many local small and family-run businesses to enjoy. Here are some of the community’s favourites #MadeInNewWest

 FOOD AND DRINK

• Gino’s Restaurant,family-run since 1972 offering Italian, Greek, and American fare.
• Greens and Beans Deli, sandwiches and catering.
• Another Beer Co, Brewery and art.
• Bruncheria, brunch spot and beer garden (vegan friendly).

LOCAL RETAILERS AND SERVICES

• Cap’s Bicycle Shop, and museum has been a community landmark since 1932.
• East Columbia Street Records, a wide selection of records, CDs, and tapes for the music enthusiast. 
• Barley’s Homebrewing, learn how to homebrew with the knowledge, recipes, and supplies you need.
• Fall Back Down Tattoo 

RECREATION AND ATTRACTIONS

• Hume Park, established in 1912, is a 31.72 acre park with a rich history. Loved by locals as a family friendly area with playgrounds, a picnic area, sports field, water park, and outdoor pool.
• Sapperton Park, adjacent to the Royal Columbian Hospital is a 4.98 acre public park in the heart of Sapperton with an adventure playground, spray park, picnic areas, and sports field with a softball diamond.
• Sapperton Landing, with greenery on one side and the flowing river on the other, this 1km path is a great way to start your day.
• Boorman Archery, classes and equipment for all levels of experience.

LIVING IN SAPPERTON

With its rich history, beautiful old buildings, blended with newer condos and amenities, Sapperton is becoming an ideal place to live for New Westminster’s growing demographic of the young and hip. The recent development of the Brewery District in close proximity to Sapperton SkyTrain station provides opportunities for a trendy, more affordable alternative to Downtown Vancouver. This is especially attractive for first time home buyers, who still want to be within easy access to the city. Sapperton is a place where you know your neighbours,and people genuinely take care of each other making it a great place to live for those who value community.

Is Sapperton a place you could call home? Get in touch to learn more about the market and start your home search today.