Also known as Chilliwack Proper, downtown Chilliwack is the historical urban centre of the city with a vast array of shopping and dining options. Several cultural attractions, such as the Chilliwack Coliseum, the Chilliwack Cultural Centre and the Chilliwack Museum and Archives are located there, as well as key government buildings, such as the Fraser Valley Regional District offices and the Provincial Court of British Columbia.

Fairfield Island is suburban and residential neighbourhood, and the northernmost community within the city boundaries.

Rosedale is a rural-suburban agricultural community in the north-eastern part of the city situated along the Fraser River.

This growing suburban community on Promontory hill, with its own network of walking trails and bike paths, is a great neighbourhood for families and active lifestyles.

Garrison Crossing is an innovative, redeveloped neighbourhood in Chilliwack located on the former Canadian Forces Base (CFB) north of the Vedder River. Garrison Crossing is home to the Canada Education Park, all types of housing options and its own retail shopping village.

Sardis is the urban core of the south side of Chilliwack and a popular shopping and dining destination.

Greendale is a rural-suburban agricultural community on the west side of Chilliwack. The Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve is located in Greendale.

Yarrow is a small community located at the foot of the Cascade Mountains on the Vedder River in Chilliwack. Yarrow is home to the Yarrow Ecovillage, which is a member-designed community that aims to achieve a socially, ecologically and economically sustainable way of life.