Thornhill, Maple Ridge: Neighbourhood Guide

Neighbourhood guide · City of Maple Ridge · Thornhill and 256 Street

Living in Thornhill

Thornhill is an MLS® sub-area name. The City of Maple Ridge doesn’t publish a boundary for it. It is listed on the MLS as Thornhill MR. The City describes Thornhill as a heavily forested, mainly residential area with several farms and nurseries, with a large trail network on 256 Street. The Official Community Plan holds Thornhill as a long-term Urban Reserve. Urban development will not be supported there until the City’s population exceeds 100,000 and the residential capacity within the existing urban area is approaching build-out. The official anchors I use are Thornhill Park and Thornhill Hall at 26007 98 Avenue and Thornhill Trails at 10390 256 Street.

Written by Jared Gibbons, REALTOR®, Royal LePage Little Oak Realty, on October 17, 2026. I have worked in Lower Mainland real estate for 11+ years. Facts come from the official sources noted on this page. Rules and boundaries change, so confirm anything important with the City of Maple Ridge and School District 42.

General information only. Not legal, planning or financial advice. Confirm zoning, plan designations, flood rules and school catchments before you buy or sell.

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Quick facts

Thornhill at a glance

Gathered from official sources. Details change, so use the links on each card to double-check.

Plan

Official Community PlanThornhill Urban Reserve

Policy
The Official Community Plan holds Thornhill as a long-term Urban Reserve. Urban development will not be supported there until the City’s population exceeds 100,000 and the residential capacity within the existing urban area is approaching build-out
Before building
Before urban development can happen in the Thornhill Urban Reserve, the OCP requires approval of an amended Regional Context Statement by the Metro Vancouver Board, approval of an extension to the Fraser Sewerage Area by the Greater Vancouver Sewerage and Drainage District Board, and an area plan adopted by Council
Parcels
Until those conditions are met, the minimum parcel size for subdivision of land designated Urban Reserve is 2.0 hectares (about 4.9 acres)
City OCP Chapter 3 (PDF)
Trails

City trail networkThornhill Trails on 256 Street

Network
The City says the network on 256 Street has 17 trails, rated moderately difficult and usually taking an hour to complete, and can be used year-round
Trailhead
Thornhill Trails is at 10390 256 Street. A parking lot with 24 stalls was completed in summer 2023, with a pit toilet, sign kiosk, picnic table, bike repair station and horse hitching post
City trails page
Park

City parkThornhill Park and Hall

Address
26007 98 Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1T3
Has
A tone pole disc golf course, a playground, a tennis court, trails, washrooms and a community hall. Hours are 6:00 am to 10:00 pm
City park page
Transit

Bus route 748Thornhill / Haney Place

Route
Route 748, Thornhill / Haney Place, is a loop from Haney Place via River Road, 240 Street, McClure Drive and Jackson Road to 100 Avenue, 256 Street, 98 Avenue, 264 Street and 268 Street, then back along 100 Avenue. Trips run about every two hours, and some go via Port Haney Station
Timetable
Timetable dates: 748, effective April 20, 2026. Check the current timetable.
TransLink route 748 timetable

Homes for sale

Homes for sale in Thornhill

Live MLS® listings, updated daily.

Thornhill Maple Ridge Homes for Sale | Acreages & Custom Homes

Thornhill is a heavily forested, mainly residential part of Maple Ridge. Browse Thornhill Maple Ridge properties below, and contact Jared today if you have questions.

For the Thornhill Urban Reserve rules, Thornhill Trails, Thornhill Park and route 748, see my Thornhill neighbourhood guide.

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  • 25443 Bosonworth Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1G9 – MLS R3175829

    25443 Bosonworth Avenue Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 1G9
    Main Photo: 25443 Bosonworth Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1G9 – MLS R3175829

    25443 Bosonworth Avenue Maple Ridge V2W 1G9 Thornhill MR

    $1,388,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3175829
    Bedrooms:
    3
    Bathrooms:
    2
    Floor Area:
    1,873 sq. ft.
    Lots of opportunity on this private useable 1.5 acre property! Gorgeous Golden Ears Mountain views! Property has all the servicing installed already (septic, city water). The existing home has 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms which can be used as a carriage home while you build a new home on the property if desired. New flooring on the top floor and bedrooms. Upgraded landscaping done in the front. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX LIFESTYLES REALTY
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS

  • 10758 Beecham Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0E9 – MLS R3171726

    10758 Beecham Place Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 0E9
    Main Photo: 10758 Beecham Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0E9 – MLS R3171726

    10758 Beecham Place Maple Ridge V2W 0E9 Thornhill MR

    $1,159,900
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3171726
    Bedrooms:
    4
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Floor Area:
    2,317 sq. ft.
    Welcome to Highland Vistas! This inviting home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac with a private, beautifully landscaped backyard and a 24' x 16' covered deck with BBQ gas line—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Bright, open great-room layout with vaulted ceilings, built-in surround sound, maple kitchen with granite counters, island, breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances. Spacious living room with gas fireplace. Upstairs features a generous primary bedroom with walk-in closet and ensuite, plus two bedrooms with engineered hardwood. The lower level offers a 4th bedroom and flexible family/games room. New heat pump with A/C and new fence, built-in vacuum, and engineered hardwood stairs. Close to schools, parks and trails. A wonderful place to call home! More details
    Listed by RE/MAX LIFESTYLES REALTY
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS

  • 2 10480 248 Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0J4 – MLS R3171442

    2 10480 248 Street Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 0J4
    Main Photo: 2 10480 248 Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0J4 – MLS R3171442

    2 10480 248 Street Maple Ridge V2W 0J4 Thornhill MR

    $819,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3171442
    Bedrooms:
    4
    Bathrooms:
    4
    Floor Area:
    1,854 sq. ft.
    Welcome to Terraces II, a spacious and well-designed townhome featuring 4 bedrooms plus a versatile den and 3.5 bathrooms. The bright open-concept main floor offers a large island kitchen with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and generous dining space, perfect for entertaining. The living room features built-in cabinetry and an electric fireplace. Enjoy outdoor living with a 20’ x 10’ deck with gas BBQ hookup, plus a fenced yard and patio for kids and pets. Upstairs features spacious bedrooms and a vaulted primary suite with double sinks and oversized shower. The finished basement with full bathroom works perfectly as a rec room or 4th bedroom. Nook is perfect for a home office. Side-by-side double garage and beautiful mountain backdrop. Come visit now, this won't last!! More details
    Listed by Zolo Realty
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS

  • 11008 250a Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1Z6 – MLS R3170618

    11008 250a Street Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 1Z6
    Main Photo: 11008 250a Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1Z6 – MLS R3170618

    11008 250a Street Maple Ridge V2W 1Z6 Thornhill MR

    $1,249,900
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3170618
    Bedrooms:
    4
    Bathrooms:
    4
    Floor Area:
    3,185 sq. ft.
    SPRING 2027. The Sequoia is made for gathering, offering 3,185 total sq. ft. with 4 bedrooms, positioned on a quiet cul-de-sac street. A generous main floor brings the great room, kitchen, and dining area together in one expansive space, opening onto a deck for effortless entertaining and memorable evenings with friends. The unfinished basement offers excellent potential with optional finished basement or legal suite possibilities. Haven is a limited collection of 36 homes set alongside a permanently protected greenbelt. These Scandinavian-inspired homes offer gourmet kitchens and industry-leading energy efficiency. Home Store & Show Homes Open Sat-Wed, 11 AM-5 PM. Fully-decorated Sequoia show home available to tour. More details
    Listed by Stonehaus Realty Corp.
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS

  • 25097 112 Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0K6 – MLS R3170516

    25097 112 Avenue Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 0K6
    Main Photo: 25097 112 Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0K6 – MLS R3170516

    25097 112 Avenue Maple Ridge V2W 0K6 Thornhill MR

    $975,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3170516
    Bedrooms:
    5
    Bathrooms:
    4
    Floor Area:
    2,153 sq. ft.
    Better than NEW and still under warranty! Stunning 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home in meticulous condition. Your backdrop: Lush forest, trails and short walk to Cliff Falls. 10 min drive to downtown Maple Ridge. Enjoy sunsets from your back deck while you watch your kids play in fully-fenced backyard with artificial turf. Detached double garage with convenient lane access plus additional paved parking. Kitchen features high-end S/S appliances, custom cabinetry & and a large island designed for function, style, family dinners and hosting. AIR-CONDITIONING! Gorgeous primary bedroom w ensuite. Basement has 2 bedrooms, living space, wet bar, full bathroom, and separate entry. Suite potential. Bonus den in basement that can be used as office or storage. NON-STRATA! Priced to sell so move fast! More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Elite West
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS

  • 10941 249 Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1Z7 – MLS R3170082

    10941 249 Street Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 1Z7
    Main Photo: 10941 249 Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1Z7 – MLS R3170082

    10941 249 Street Maple Ridge V2W 1Z7 Thornhill MR

    $2,399,900
    Land
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3170082
    This 2-acre parcel in Maple Ridge’s Albion neighbourhood offers exceptional development potential. Designated for townhomes, the site is adjacent to a future school and park, and just steps from Epic Homes’ master-planned community. Surrounded by extensive new development, the property offers a prime investment opportunity. Zoning is 100% RS-3, with OCP designations including some Conservation, Ground-Oriented Multi-Family, and Eco-Cluster Residential. A rare chance to secure a strategic piece of land in a rapidly growing area. Call listing agent for more information. More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Elite West
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS

  • 10941 249 Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1Z7 – MLS R3170087

    10941 249 Street Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 1Z7
    Main Photo: 10941 249 Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1Z7 – MLS R3170087

    10941 249 Street Maple Ridge V2W 1Z7 Thornhill MR

    $2,399,900
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3170087
    Bedrooms:
    3
    Bathrooms:
    1
    Floor Area:
    1,028 sq. ft.
    This 2-acre parcel in Maple Ridge’s Albion neighbourhood offers exceptional development potential. Designated for townhomes, the site is adjacent to a future school and park, and just steps from Epic Homes’ master-planned community. Surrounded by extensive new development, the property offers a prime investment opportunity. Zoning is 100% RS-3, with OCP designations including some Conservation, Ground-Oriented Multi-Family, and Eco-Cluster Residential. A rare chance to secure a strategic piece of land in a rapidly growing area. Call listing agent for more information. More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Elite West
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS

  • 44 10480 248 Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0J4 – MLS R3168817

    44 10480 248 Street Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 0J4
    Main Photo: 44 10480 248 Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0J4 – MLS R3168817

    44 10480 248 Street Maple Ridge V2W 0J4 Thornhill MR

    $985,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3168817
    Bedrooms:
    4
    Bathrooms:
    4
    Floor Area:
    2,236 sq. ft.
    Rare opportunity in The Terraces! Better than new, this 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom end-unit duplex townhome is set in one of the best locations and feels like a detached home. Features include forced air heating and rough-in for central A/C. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views from the main and upper floors, plus a fully fenced, private landscaped backyard. The main level offers 9’ ceilings, a stunning chef’s kitchen with gas range, quartz counters, pantry, and a beautiful great room with custom fireplace leading to a covered view deck and walkout yard. Upstairs has 3 spacious bedrooms, laundry, and an impressive primary retreat with skyline views. Downstairs offers a large flex room or 4th bedroom with full ensuite and second fireplace. More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Elite West
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS

  • 16 24850 106 Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0K4 – MLS R3168461

    16 24850 106 Avenue Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 0K4
    Main Photo: 16 24850 106 Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0K4 – MLS R3168461

    16 24850 106 Avenue Maple Ridge V2W 0K4 Thornhill MR

    $1,459,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3168461
    Bedrooms:
    4
    Bathrooms:
    4
    Floor Area:
    3,924 sq. ft.
    Welcome to "Terrace Views" Brand new great room design 3 level home ready to move in! Amazing views from the large main and upper floor covered decks. Quiet road. Private backyard with a covered deck overlooking natural features conservation / park area. Separate basement access to a legal suite. Open floor plan. Primary bedroom features a sitting area & 2 walk-in closets. 3 large closets on each floor allows for a future elevator. Hot water on demand & line set for A/C plus many more extras. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX LIFESTYLES REALTY
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS

  • 11217 250b Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0K6 – MLS R3167207

    11217 250b Street Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 0K6
    Main Photo: 11217 250b Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 0K6 – MLS R3167207

    11217 250b Street Maple Ridge V2W 0K6 Thornhill MR

    $1,399,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3167207
    Bedrooms:
    5
    Bathrooms:
    4
    Floor Area:
    3,222 sq. ft.
    A “Show Home-Esque” detached home! This 2-storey w/ basement home is only a few years old & loaded w/ Upgrades & Extras throughout! The front & backyard are meticulously Landscaped w/ over $50,000 invested into the Outdoor Space including a COVERED GAZEBO, Garden Beds & incredible outdoor Bar/Kitchen area perfect for entertaining. Inside features a bright open-concept floor plan w/ spacious living, dining & kitchen areas plus office space on the main. Chef-inspired kitchen offers ample Cabinetry, Pantry, Gas Range & large island w/ Double-Sided Storage. Upstairs offers 3 generous bedrooms plus large loft easily converted into 4th BEDROOM. Downstairs features a BRAND NEW NEVER LIVED- IN LEGAL 1 bed SUITE w/ Separate Entry & Separate Laundry which could easily be a 2-BEDROOM Suite! More details
    Listed by Stonehaus Realty Corp.
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS

  • 11185 272 Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1Y6 – MLS R3167274

    11185 272 Street Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 1Y6
    Main Photo: 11185 272 Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1Y6 – MLS R3167274

    11185 272 Street Maple Ridge V2W 1Y6 Thornhill MR

    $949,900
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3167274
    Bedrooms:
    2
    Bathrooms:
    1
    Floor Area:
    989 sq. ft.
    ONE ACRE ENDLESS POTENTIAL! This Maple Ridge gem sits on a rare one-acre lot, boasting incredible potential. Partially renovated, this single-family home shines with a cozy living area featuring an electric fireplace set in stone tile, stylish new vinyl plank flooring, and two bedrooms with plush new carpet. A full bathroom overhaul, fresh paint, and new windows throughout enhance the charm. Horse stalls and three grazing paddocks, it offers endless possibilities for rural living. More details
    Listed by Team 3000 Realty Ltd.
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS

  • 25181 100 Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1S3 – MLS R3164768

    25181 100 Avenue Thornhill MR Maple Ridge V2W 1S3
    Main Photo: 25181 100 Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1S3 – MLS R3164768

    25181 100 Avenue Maple Ridge V2W 1S3 Thornhill MR

    $2,700,000
    Land
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    R3164768
    Welcome to 25181 100 Avenue, a rare 4.78-acre opportunity in Maple Ridge offering exceptional space, privacy and long-term potential. The property is designated 100% Urban Reserve in the OCP and is split-zoned approximately 63% RS-3 Single Detached Rural Residential and 37% A-2 Upland Agricultural. RS-3 permits single detached residential and certain agricultural uses, while A-2 provides for agricultural, forest resource and single detached residential uses. With approximately 19,358 sq m of land, this parcel presents a unique opportunity for buyers seeking acreage with future vision. Buyers and buyer's agents should independently verify permitted uses, servicing, development, subdivision potential and all requirements directly with the City of Maple Ridge and other applicable authorities. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX Treeland Realty
    LISTING DETAILS
    JARED GIBBONS
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Schools

Schools for Thornhill

Maple Ridge is in School District 42 (SD42). Names, grades and addresses from the Province’s Maple Ridge school list and SD42. Checked against the official pages on October 17, 2026.

School

8–12Garibaldi Secondary

Address
24789 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge, BC
Grades
8 to 12
Note
SD42’s June 2021 review names it among the schools affected by future Thornhill development
School website
School

K–7Whonnock Elementary

Address
27471 112 Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1P9
Grades
Kindergarten to 7
Note
SD42’s June 2021 review names it among the schools affected by future Thornhill development
School website

I found no school inside Thornhill. SD42’s June 2021 facilities review says the Thornhill development area had yet to start building units, and names Garibaldi Secondary and Whonnock Elementary among the schools affected by future Thornhill development. Catchments are set by address, so confirm a specific address with School District 42 (SD42).

Parks and recreation

Parks, trails and the library for Thornhill

From City of Maple Ridge, Metro Vancouver, TransLink and Fraser Valley Regional Library pages. I found no City recreation centre or library branch in Thornhill.

Park

City parkThornhill Park and Thornhill Hall

Address
26007 98 Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1T3
Park
A community park with a tone pole disc golf course. The City calls the course hilly and forested, with each hole named after a native BC plant
Hall
Thornhill Hall holds up to 100 people
City park page
Trails

City trailsThornhill Trails

Address
10390 256 Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1K5
Use
The City says the trails are a section of the larger equestrian trail system and are popular with the equestrian community. They can be used on horseback, by mountain bike or on foot
Signs
New trail wayfinding signage was installed across Thornhill
City trails page
Trails

Neighbourhood pageWhat the City says about the trails

Thornhill page
A large hiking and horseback riding trail network on 256 Street, with 17 trails
Neighbourhoods page
A large mountain biking and hiking trail network on 256 Street, with 17 trails
City Thornhill page
Regional park

Metro VancouverKanaka Creek Regional Park

Address
11450 256 Street, Maple Ridge (the address TransLink gives for the park)
Size
400 hectares of park along 12 kilometres of Kanaka Creek
Trails
Canyon Trail runs from the fish hatchery to Cliff Falls, 1.2 km one way with some challenging hills. The flat Riverfront Trails are 3 km one way
Hatchery
The Bell-Irving Hatchery and fish fence support chum and coho salmon and cutthroat trout in Kanaka Creek
Safety
Metro Vancouver says the cliffs at Cliff Falls are steep and slippery and asks visitors to stay out of the creek and canyon there
Metro Vancouver park map (PDF)
Recreation

City centreMaple Ridge Leisure Centre

Address
11925 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6G2
Inside
The City describes an indoor pool, a fitness centre, a gymnasium and sport courts, in downtown Maple Ridge
City leisure centre page
Library

Nearest branchMaple Ridge Public Library

Address
130 – 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 5Z6
Where
The only Fraser Valley Regional Library branch in Maple Ridge. I found no branch in Thornhill
Fraser Valley Regional Library page

Homes and land

What to look at in a Thornhill home

What the official sources say about the homes and lots, then the questions I go through with buyers.

Official

City sourcesWhat the City says

Setting
The City describes Thornhill as a heavily forested, mainly residential area with several farms and nurseries where you can buy fresh produce in peak seasons
Parcels
Until those conditions are met, the minimum parcel size for subdivision of land designated Urban Reserve is 2.0 hectares (about 4.9 acres)
Lot types
I did not find a City statement of which designation applies to each lot here, so ask the City for the exact address.
City Thornhill page
Buyers

DetachedHouses

Look at
Lot size, the age of the roof, furnace, plumbing and wiring, and drainage
Ask
What the zone allows, and whether any additions or renovations were done with a permit
Watch for
Assuming you can add to or rebuild the home just because a neighbour did
Buyers

Acreage and rural homesWater, septic and access

Look at
Where the water comes from (a well or a water service), the septic system, drainage and the driveway and road access
Ask
For well and septic records and the last inspection, and what the zone and the ALR status allow on the land
Watch for
Assuming you can add a second home, a barn or a business use because a neighbour has one

Planning, zoning and flood

Planning and flood notes for Thornhill

Plans, zoning and flood rules can be different for each lot.

  • The Official Community Plan holds Thornhill as a long-term Urban Reserve. Urban development will not be supported there until the City’s population exceeds 100,000 and the residential capacity within the existing urban area is approaching build-out.
  • Before urban development can happen in the Thornhill Urban Reserve, the OCP requires approval of an amended Regional Context Statement by the Metro Vancouver Board, approval of an extension to the Fraser Sewerage Area by the Greater Vancouver Sewerage and Drainage District Board, and an area plan adopted by Council.
  • The area plan the OCP requires must include policies on residential development, land use patterns, minimum density and phasing, a fiscal impact assessment study, identification of environmentally sensitive areas, an agricultural impact assessment, an aquifer groundwater management study and a transportation plan that includes transit.
  • Until those conditions are met, the minimum parcel size for subdivision of land designated Urban Reserve is 2.0 hectares (about 4.9 acres).
  • I found no Thornhill area plan. The City’s 2025 area plan updates were for Town Centre, Hammond, Silver Valley and Albion.
  • ALR: I did not find an official statement placing Agricultural Land Reserve land inside Thornhill. ALR status is set parcel by parcel, so check the exact address on the Agricultural Land Commission map.
  • I found no flood designation written for Thornhill. The City publishes a Be Flood Ready guide for Fraser River flooding and monitors river levels.
  • The City says some parts of Maple Ridge face landslides and debris flows, and that melting snowpacks combined with warm weather can create landslides. I found no slope area named for Thornhill, so check the City’s maps for the exact address.
  • The City calls the Thornhill disc golf course uniquely hilly and forested.
  • Thornhill has no West Coast Express station. The West Coast Express has two Maple Ridge stops, Maple Meadows Station and Port Haney Station, with five trips daily, leaving Maple Ridge in the morning and returning in the evening, Monday to Friday.

My Maple Ridge zoning guide covers agricultural and rural zones only. For a home on a city lot, send me the address and I’ll look up the zone.

Before you buy in Thornhill

  1. Check the Urban Reserve rules for the parcel. Ask the City what the Urban Reserve designation and the 2.0 hectare minimum parcel size mean if you plan to subdivide or build.
  2. Check the water, septic and access. Ask who supplies the water, ask for well and septic records, and check how the property is reached in winter.
  3. Check the ALR and the zone. Look up the address on the Agricultural Land Commission map and ask the City what the zone allows before you plan anything on the land.
  4. Check the slope and drainage. Ask the City about creek, slope and groundwater rules for the exact lot, since the OCP lists an aquifer study as a condition for future development.
  5. Confirm the school catchment. Ask SD42 for the exact address. There is no school inside Thornhill.
  6. Get a full home inspection. Check the roof, drainage, furnace, plumbing and wiring, and have the well water tested if there is a well.

Selling

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Thornhill questions

Where is Thornhill?

Thornhill is an MLS® sub-area name. The City of Maple Ridge doesn’t publish a boundary for it. It is listed on the MLS as Thornhill MR. The City describes it as a heavily forested, mainly residential area with several farms and nurseries, and says the trail network is on 256 Street.

How do I get around from Thornhill?

Route 748, Thornhill / Haney Place, is a loop from Haney Place via River Road, 240 Street, McClure Drive and Jackson Road to 100 Avenue, 256 Street, 98 Avenue, 264 Street and 268 Street, then back along 100 Avenue. Trips run about every two hours, and some go via Port Haney Station. Timetable dates: 748, effective April 20, 2026. Check the current timetable. Thornhill has no West Coast Express station. The nearest stops are Maple Meadows Station and Port Haney Station.

Which schools are in Thornhill?

I found no school inside Thornhill. SD42’s June 2021 review names Garibaldi Secondary (24789 Dewdney Trunk Road) and Whonnock Elementary (27471 112 Avenue) among the schools affected by future Thornhill development. Catchments are set by address, so confirm a specific address with School District 42 (SD42).

What parks, trails and library are there?

Thornhill Park and Thornhill Hall are at 26007 98 Avenue, and Thornhill Trails is at 10390 256 Street. The Maple Ridge Public Library is at 130 – 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road, and it is the only Fraser Valley Regional Library branch in Maple Ridge.

What plan covers Thornhill?

I found no Thornhill area plan. The Official Community Plan holds Thornhill as a long-term Urban Reserve, and urban development is not supported until the City’s population exceeds 100,000 and other conditions are met.

Is Thornhill in a floodplain or on a slope?

I found no flood designation written for Thornhill. The City says some parts of Maple Ridge face landslides and debris flows, and that melting snowpacks combined with warm weather can create landslides. Plans, zoning and flood rules can be different for each lot.

What are the homes and lots like?

The City describes Thornhill as heavily forested and mainly residential, with several farms and nurseries. Until those conditions are met, the minimum parcel size for subdivision of land designated Urban Reserve is 2.0 hectares (about 4.9 acres). ALR status is set parcel by parcel, so check the exact address on the Agricultural Land Commission map. I don’t have lot-size data for this area.

How do I see current Thornhill listings?

Use my Thornhill homes for sale page, or call or text Jared Gibbons at 604-928-1361.

Disclaimer

This page is general information, not legal, planning, tax or financial advice. It is written from official public sources and may be out of date or incomplete. Neighbourhood boundaries, school catchments, zoning, flood rules and community plans change. Confirm everything that matters to your decision with the City of Maple Ridge, the Agricultural Land Commission, School District 42 and your own advisors before you buy or sell.

Jared Gibbons, REALTOR®, Royal LePage Little Oak Realty · Suite 201 - 15272 Croydon Dr, Surrey · 604-928-1361 · jaredgibbons@royallepage.ca

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