Pacific Douglas (Summerfield)

The 2026 Surrey Neighbourhood Guide

What Pacific Douglas Actually Is

Pacific Douglas sits in the southeastern corner of South Surrey between 0 Ave & 24 Ave from 184 St east to 192 St, bordered south by the US-Canada line, west by Sunnyside Park & Crescent Park, north by the Hazelmere ALR, & east by the South Westminster industrial fringe along Highway 15. The neighbourhood is the result of the City of Surrey's Pacific Douglas Neighbourhood Concept Plan, which has guided build-out since the early 2010s.

The housing footprint is overwhelmingly 2010s & 2020s new-build detached + townhouse + duplex, with very little pre-2010 stock. Subdivisions like Pacific Heights, Douglas Ridge, & Edgewood dominate the residential build-out. The neighbourhood is the closest residential pocket to the Peace Arch border crossing, & cross-border commerce, day-tripping, & US-side amenities are part of the local lifestyle.

Who Pacific Douglas Is Best For

Pacific Douglas consistently delivers for buyers who want the newest South Surrey housing stock at a meaningful discount to Grandview Heights or Morgan Creek. The 4 buyer types who land here:

• •New-Build Families: buyers wanting 2015 or newer 4 to 5-bed detached with double garage, finished basement, & energy-efficient construction at the lowest South Surrey new-build pricing.
• •Cross-Border Lifestyle Buyers: families with dual citizenship, US connections, or cross-border employment & shopping patterns who value 5-minute Peace Arch access.
• •Townhouse Move-Up Buyers: first-time detached buyers stepping out of inner-Surrey condos into 3-bed townhouses with double garage at $770,000 to $1 Million.
• •Quiet Suburban Buyers: buyers prioritizing quiet residential streets, low traffic, & planned-community greenway connectivity over urban amenity density.

Real Estate & Housing in Pacific Douglas

The Pacific Douglas market is overwhelmingly new-build & near-new product. 2015+ detached on 4,000 to 6,000 sqft lots typically runs $1.6 Million to $1.85 Million. Larger or trophy detached on 6,000 to 9,000 sqft lots in the inner subdivisions sits $1.85 Million to $2.1 Million+. Some 2020s+ rebuilds & estate-style new-builds push higher.

Townhouses are a meaningful & growing share of the inventory. 2015+ 3-bed townhouses with double garage typically run $770,000 to $1 Million, depending on size, finish, & subdivision. Pre-sale launches for new townhouse product cycle through the year at $750 to $950 per sqft for typical 3-bed product. Condo inventory is limited inside Pacific Douglas itself.

What's actively selling in 2026: well-located 2015+ detached under $1.85 Million with school-catchment proximity, newer 3-bed townhouses in Pacific Heights & Edgewood, & well-priced new-build presales. What sits: oversized rebuilds priced like Grandview Heights without the amenity case, & older 2010 to 2012 townhouses with first-cycle strata maintenance issues.

Schools & Families

Pacific Heights Elementary at 24 Ave & 184 St is the headline catchment elementary, opened in the 2010s build-out cycle & a major driver of family demand for the area. Edgewood Elementary serves parts of the area. Elgin Park Secondary is the high-school anchor, consistently 1 of the top-ranked public secondaries in the Lower Mainland. Southridge School private K-12 at 32 Ave & 152 St is a 10-minute drive west.

For families, Hazelmere Park on the eastern edge offers playing fields, the Hazelmere Trail, & off-leash dog space. Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest on the northern edge gives real second-growth canopy & multi-use trail. The planned-community greenway connects subdivisions to schools, parks, & retail along walkable corridors, making Pacific Douglas 1 of the more genuinely walkable family neighbourhoods in South Surrey.

Commute & Getting Around

Pacific Douglas leans on Highway 99 via 24 Ave & on Highway 15 via 0 Ave for cross-border traffic. The Peace Arch border crossing at 0 Ave & 184 St is 3 to 5 minutes from most of the neighbourhood, & the Pacific Highway truck crossing at 0 Ave & 176 St is similar. Real-world drive times: 35 to 50 minutes into downtown Vancouver via Massey Tunnel off-peak, 20 to 25 minutes to Surrey City Centre, 10 to 12 minutes to White Rock, & 5 to 8 minutes to the US-side Costco at Bellingham proper.

For transit, the R6 RapidBus on King George provides the closest frequent transit spine via a 5 to 8-minute drive west. SkyTrain access requires a 30+ minute drive or a bus-then-train pattern. Pacific Douglas is overwhelmingly car-first, with most households running 2 vehicles.

Lifestyle, Shopping, & Amenities

Grandview Corners & Morgan Crossing at 24 Ave & 152 St / 160 St are the closest major commercial anchors, a 5 to 8-minute drive west: Walmart, Costco, Home Depot, Save-On, Whole Foods, restaurants, & a wide retail mix. Semiahmoo Town Centre on 16 Ave & King George is 8 to 10 minutes for additional retail, banks, & services. For cross-border amenities, Bellingham, WA is 25 to 35 minutes south of the Peace Arch border, with Trader Joe's, Costco, Target, & a US-side retail & dining mix that many Pacific Douglas residents incorporate into their monthly routine. Birch Bay & Semiahmoo Resort on the US side are weekend getaway-distance.

Outdoors & Recreation

For lifestyle anchors, Hazelmere Park & the Hazelmere Trail offer extensive multi-use trail access along the eastern edge. Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest & Crescent Park are 5 to 8 minutes west. White Rock waterfront & Marine Drive are 12 minutes south for beach & pier access. The neighbourhood's feel is quiet new-build suburban, family-anchored, & cross-border-aware.

What Works & What Doesn't

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pacific Douglas a good neighbourhood for families?

Yes, particularly for families wanting new-build housing & quiet planned-community streets. Pacific Heights Elementary, Elgin Park Secondary, walkable greenway connectivity, & adjacent forest networks all support family life. Trade-offs are no SkyTrain & limited immediate retail.

How much does a detached home cost in Pacific Douglas in 2026?

2015+ detached on 4,000 to 6,000 sqft lots typically runs $1.6 Million to $1.85 Million. Larger or trophy detached on 6,000 to 9,000 sqft lots in the inner subdivisions sits $1.85 Million to $2.1 Million+. Some 2020s+ rebuilds & estate-style new-builds push higher. Always pull current actives & solds for the specific subdivision.

Is Pacific Douglas close to the US border?

Yes. The Peace Arch border crossing at 0 Ave & 184 St is 3 to 5 minutes from most of Pacific Douglas. The Pacific Highway truck crossing at 0 Ave & 176 St is similar. Cross-border commerce, day-tripping, & US-side amenities (Trader Joe's, US Costco, Bellingham) are part of the local lifestyle.

What schools serve Pacific Douglas?

Pacific Heights Elementary at 24 Ave & 184 St is the headline catchment elementary, with Edgewood Elementary serving parts. Elgin Park Secondary is the high-school anchor, consistently a top-ranked Surrey public secondary. Southridge School private K-12 at 32 Ave & 152 St is a 10-minute drive west.

Is there SkyTrain access from Pacific Douglas?

No, there is no SkyTrain in or planned for the South Surrey area. The closest existing station is King George via a 30+ minute drive, or via the R6 RapidBus + Expo Line transfer. Transit access is bus-dominant, & Pacific Douglas is overwhelmingly car-first.

How does Pacific Douglas compare to Grandview Heights?

Grandview Heights has more amenity depth (Grandview Corners + Morgan Crossing within walking distance), more school options, & faster Highway 99 access. Pacific Douglas wins on price-per-sqft for new-build, on quiet, & on US border proximity. Grandview Heights is denser & more retail-anchored, Pacific Douglas is quieter & more border-aware.

Is Pacific Douglas Right for You?

3 honest questions to run before you commit:

• •Do I want new construction: Pacific Douglas is overwhelmingly 2015+ build. If you want new energy efficiency, modern layouts, & low immediate maintenance, the neighbourhood delivers.
• •Will I use the US border: cross-border commerce & day trips are part of why people choose Pacific Douglas. If you don't use the border, look at Grandview Heights or Morgan Creek for similar new-build with more retail amenity.
• •Am I OK with car-first commuting: no SkyTrain, no near-term plans, limited immediate retail. If transit-oriented or walkable village living matters, look at Surrey City Centre or White Rock instead.