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Living in Coquitlam.

Living in Coquitlam means family neighbourhoods, newer homes on Burke Mountain and the Evergreen Line right downtown.

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What it is like

Why people choose Coquitlam.

Coquitlam has grown up fast. The City Centre around Lafarge Lake has towers and the SkyTrain, Westwood Plateau and Burke Mountain have newer family homes, and older areas like Maillardville and Austin Heights have character and bigger lots.

  • The Evergreen Line SkyTrain through the City Centre
  • Newer family homes on Burke Mountain and Westwood Plateau
  • Lafarge Lake, Mundy Park and trails close to home
  • More space for your money than Vancouver or Burnaby
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Lake and fountain in a Coquitlam park
Neighbourhoods

The Coquitlam neighbourhoods I know best.

A quick feel for each part of Coquitlam, from the busiest streets to the quietest corners.

  • Burke Mountain

    Newer family homes and townhomes on the mountain, with schools and parks still growing.

  • Westwood Plateau

    Hillside family homes, a golf course and views across the valley.

  • Maillardville

    Coquitlam's historic francophone neighbourhood, with older homes and bigger lots.

  • Austin Heights

    A central area with shops on Austin Avenue and a mix of houses and condos.

  • City Centre

    Towers around Coquitlam Centre, Lafarge Lake and the Evergreen Line.

Coquitlam by the numbers

Who lives in Coquitlam, in numbers.

Official Census figures for Coquitlam. Compare them with Vancouver, nearby cities, other provinces or all of Canada.

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  • Population148,625Vancouver 662,2482021 Census
  • Growth since 2016+6.7%Vancouver +4.9%
  • Households55,9502.6 people per home on averageVancouver 305,335 · 2.1 per home
  • Median household income $92k Vancouver $82k · 2020 incomes

Types of homes

  • Detached houses35.2%Vancouver 14.7%
  • Semi-detached3%Vancouver 1.8%
  • Townhouses (row houses)9.8%Vancouver 3.5%
  • Duplexes and suites15.4%Vancouver 17.8%
  • Apartments under 5 storeys21.2%Vancouver 31.1%
  • Apartments 5 storeys and up15%Vancouver 31.1%

Owners and renters

69% of households own their home

Coquitlam
69% 31%
Vancouver
46% 54%

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Age mix

Median age 41.6

Household size

  • 1 person 22.9% Vancouver 39.2%
  • 2 people 31.7% Vancouver 33%
  • 3 people 18.9% Vancouver 12.6%
  • 4 people 17.2% Vancouver 9.6%
  • 5 or more 9.3% Vancouver 5.6%

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Getting to work

  • Drive or ride in a car 80.2% Vancouver 56.2%
  • Public transit 12.7% Vancouver 22.9%
  • Walk 4.5% Vancouver 13.1%
  • Bike 0.5% Vancouver 5.2%
  • Other 2.1% Vancouver 2.6%

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Commute time

  • Under 15 min 20.1% Vancouver 20%
  • 15 to 29 min 30.4% Vancouver 40.1%
  • 30 to 44 min 26% Vancouver 26.3%
  • 45 to 59 min 12.6% Vancouver 8%
  • 60 min or more 10.9% Vancouver 5.6%

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Source: Census data: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population. Reproduced and distributed on an "as is" basis with the permission of Statistics Canada, under the Statistics Canada Open Licence.

Explore the map

Find your way around Coquitlam.

Every grocery store, shopping centre, place of worship, school, park and transit stop in Coquitlam, from OpenStreetMap. Tap a type to show or hide it.

Buying or selling

Local Coquitlam numbers, not headlines.

Every part of Coquitlam moves at its own pace. Before you list or make an offer, I pull the recent sales for your street and your type of home, so you know what the numbers really say.

  • Recent comparable sales, explained clearly
  • What to check for this area before you commit
  • A plan that fits your timing, with no pressure
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Your Coquitlam numbers Mehrdad Haghjoo

Here is what similar homes near you have done lately, and what it means for your price.

  • Recent sales near youSame street and type of home Last 90 daysSold
  • Active competitionHomes buyers are comparing yours with TodayListed
  • Time on the marketHow fast similar homes sell By monthTrend
  • My recommendationA price and plan for your home WrittenPersonal
Questions

Coquitlam questions.

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How long is the commute from Coquitlam?

The Evergreen Line connects Coquitlam to the rest of the SkyTrain, so you can reach Vancouver without a car. By car it depends on the Lougheed Highway and Highway 1.

Is Burke Mountain a good place to buy?

It is popular with families for newer homes and nature. Some schools and shops are still being built, so we will check what is planned near each home.

Are there many new homes?

Yes, from towers in the City Centre to new townhomes on Burke Mountain. Pre-sales are common here.

What should I check on an older home?

In older areas like Maillardville and Austin Heights, I look at the roof, plumbing, wiring and drainage, plus what the lot could allow in future.

Nearby

Explore other areas.

Comparing neighbourhoods? Here are the other places I work.

  • Sunset over Burrard Inlet and the Vancouver skyline from Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver North Shore

    North Vancouver

    Mountains at the end of the street, trails out the back door and the Lonsdale waterfront.

    • Lower Lonsdale
    • Lynn Valley
    • Deep Cove
    • Edgemont Village
    Explore North Vancouver
  • Point Atkinson Lighthouse in Lighthouse Park, West Vancouver North Shore

    West Vancouver

    Ocean views, quiet streets and village life in Ambleside and Dundarave.

    • British Properties
    • Ambleside
    • Dundarave
    • Caulfeild
    Explore West Vancouver
  • Downtown Vancouver towers lit up at dusk Vancouver, Burnaby & New West

    Vancouver

    From downtown condos to character homes on the west side, every block has its own feel.

    • Kitsilano
    • Mount Pleasant
    • Yaletown
    • Kerrisdale
    Explore Vancouver
  • Burnaby towers with the SkyTrain, highway and North Shore mountains Vancouver, Burnaby & New West

    Burnaby

    SkyTrain towers, big green parks and a lot of choice for the money.

    • Metrotown
    • Brentwood
    • Burnaby Heights
    • Edmonds
    Explore Burnaby
  • The New Westminster Quay and the Fraser River bridges Vancouver, Burnaby & New West

    New Westminster

    Heritage homes, the Quay and five SkyTrain stations.

    • Queens Park
    • Downtown
    • Sapperton
    • Queensborough
    Explore New Westminster
  • Wooden pier on the water in Port Moody Tri-Cities

    Port Moody

    A small city on the inlet with breweries, trails and a relaxed pace.

    • Suter Brook
    • Moody Centre
    • Heritage Mountain
    • College Park
    Explore Port Moody
  • Gravel dyke trail beside the river with mountains in Port Coquitlam Tri-Cities

    Port Coquitlam

    River trails, a real downtown and family homes that are still within reach.

    • Citadel Heights
    • Mary Hill
    • Oxford Heights
    • Birchland Manor
    Explore Port Coquitlam
  • Fishing boats in the Steveston harbour in Richmond Richmond & Delta

    Richmond

    Steveston village, the Canada Line and some of the best food in the region.

    • City Centre
    • Steveston
    • Terra Nova
    • Broadmoor
    Explore Richmond
  • Boundary Bay shoreline in Delta Richmond & Delta

    Delta

    North Delta, the village of Ladner and seaside Tsawwassen.

    • North Delta
    • Sunshine Hills
    • Ladner
    • Tsawwassen
    Explore Delta
  • A BC Ferries ship at the Tsawwassen terminal at sunset Richmond & Delta

    Tsawwassen

    Beaches, sunshine and the ferry terminal in a quiet corner of Delta.

    • Pebble Hill
    • Beach Grove
    • English Bluff
    • Boundary Bay
    Explore Tsawwassen
  • Lake and mountains near Maple Ridge Fraser Valley

    Maple Ridge

    Golden Ears on the doorstep, acreages and more space for your budget.

    • Silver Valley
    • Albion
    • Haney
    • Cottonwood
    Explore Maple Ridge
  • Mountains reflected in the water in Pitt Meadows Fraser Valley

    Pitt Meadows

    Dyke trails, blueberry farms and the West Coast Express.

    • Central Pitt Meadows
    • Mid-Meadows
    • South Bonson
    • Osprey Village
    Explore Pitt Meadows
  • SkyTrain tracks in Surrey with the mountains behind Fraser Valley

    Surrey

    Growing fast, from the towers of Surrey Centre to the beaches of South Surrey.

    • South Surrey
    • Fleetwood
    • Cloverdale
    • Guildford
    Explore Surrey
  • The White Rock pier on a sunny day Fraser Valley

    White Rock

    The pier, the promenade and ocean views up the hill.

    • West Beach
    • East Beach
    • Uptown
    • Five Corners
    Explore White Rock
  • Farmland and mountains in Langley from the air Fraser Valley

    Langley

    Farmland, wineries and the heritage charm of Fort Langley.

    • Willoughby
    • Walnut Grove
    • Fort Langley
    • Murrayville
    Explore Langley
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