Coquitlam Still Wild
General Description
The mainly suburban City of Coquitlam in the Lower Mainland* of British Columbia, Canada, one of 21 municipalities of the Greater Vancouver Regional District (Metro Vancouver), had a 2011 Census population of 126,840, a 10.4-percent increase over the 2006 tally.
The southwestern portion of Coquitlam is on the Fraser River upstream from and adjacent to New Westminster. The northeastern portion is on the Pitt River upstream from its confluence with the Fraser. The Coquitlam River, a small tributary which enters the Fraser about a mile downstream from the confluence, divides Coquitlam on the west from Port Coquitlam on the east. Coquitlam’s southeastern border surrounds Port Coquitlam; Burnaby and Port Moody border on the west, the river on the south, and New Westminster on the southwest. The northern city limits reach Eagle Mountain in Indian Arm Provincial Park. Coquitlam’s land area, 152.5 square kilometres (58.9 square miles), is much larger than that of Port Coquitlam.
Historical Background
Explorer Simon Fraser, the river’s namesake, passed through in 1808, and gradual settlement of the area began in the 1860s. Construction of North Road in the mid-19th century to connect New Westminster to the year-round Port Moody port facilities gave birth to Coquitlam as a way station.
In 1889 Fraser Mills opened on the north bank of the Fraser River. The District of Coquitlam incorporated in 1891. Twenty years later, a mill town had grown around the mill. Since World War II, Coquitlam has experienced substantial, ongoing population growth. In 1971, the annexation of Fraser Mills enlarged the city’s industrial base. The area of the old mill, closed in 2001, is now residential.
Information Links:
http://www.austinheights.ca/
http://www.tricitieschamber.com
http://www.coquitlam.ca
http://www.coquitlam.ca/parks-recreation-and-culture/sport-and-recreation/overview.aspx
http://www.coquitlam.ca/city-hall/plans/overview.aspx
Neighbourhoods
Southwest Coquitlam is the original city centre, but the present centre, where the Skytrain Coquitlam Central station and most high-rise offices and residences and public buildings are, is near Lafarge Lake in the narrow, geographically middle part of the municipality between the wider northeastern and southwestern sections on the rivers. Metro Vancouver’s 1975 Livable Region Strategic Plan designated this new Coquitlam Town Centre for a concentration of high-density facilities.
The Austin Heights area between Austin and Como Lake Avenues is an urban fishing and recreation area and one of the last urban watersheds to support wild coho salmon, coastal cutthroat trout, and the Great Blue Heron and Green Heron bird species.
Local Economy
Coquitlam is a bedroom community, so most residents commute to their jobs in Vancouver, Burnaby, and other Metro Vancouver suburbs. Coquitlam’s industrial area remains in the southern Maillardville/Fraser Mills area near the Fraser River. The City of Coquitlam is now the largest employer with about 850 workers. Art in Motion, the “#1 Art Publisher in North America,” employs 750, and Boulevard Casino approximately 600. Other major employers are Coca-Cola, Sony, and the Rolls-Royce Marine Propulsion Division. In 2007, 610 Coquitlam retail businesses provided 27 percent of all jobs within the city. Most retail businesses are in the Town Centre area with the remainder around Austin Heights and the North Road.
Wildlife Warnings
Coquitlam is home to bears and many other wildlife species, especially in its northern reaches. As the human population increases and urban areas expand, habitat and natural food sources for wildlife diminish, and the animals forage in garbage for sustenance. The city Urban Wildlife Coordinator advises residents to “wildlife-proof” their properties by keeping garbage inaccessible, using disposal containers correctly, not planting fruit-bearing trees and shrubs, and removing bird feeders. If they encounter “threatening wildlife,” they should “not run” but should make themselves “look big” and be “loud and aggressive.”
* This unofficial term in popular usage describes the region from Horseshoe Bay south to the Canada/USA border and from the coast to Hope at the eastern end of the Fraser River Valley.
New Coquitlam Live MLS Listings
Coquitlam, BC Still Wild
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1296 JOHNSON Street in Coquitlam: Scott Creek Land for sale : MLS®# R2298618
1296 JOHNSON Street Coquitlam V3B 4T5 
$7,200,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2298618
Excellent development opportunity. Site offers great south and east views. This central Coquitlam location should be of interest to developers active in the area, and to those who are considering new opportunities. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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4105 CEDAR Drive in Coquitlam: Burke Mountain Land for sale : MLS®# R2361603
4105 CEDAR Drive Coquitlam V3E 3H7
$4,250,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2361603
Burke Mountain 1.72 Acre O.C.P designated Townhome Development site surrounded by current townhome sites underway (Mosaic and others), along with future parks, and just minutes to Coquitlam Town Centre and Skytrain. Located in Baycrest area plan of Partington Creek, this area will become North East Coquitlam's Commercial and Recreational Focal Point. Site is located at the corner of Cedar and Victoria overlooking DeBoville Slough trails and Nature Reserve, property next door to the East designated Future park. Call Listing Agent for additional info, Survey available More detailsListed by Royal LePage West Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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1430 PIPELINE Road in Coquitlam: Hockaday Land for sale : MLS®# R2426478
1430 PIPELINE Road Coquitlam V0V 0V0
$3,995,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2426478
3.76 acres. Great location bottom east side of Westwood Plateau close to Parks, shopping and Coquitlam River walking trail.Future potential for rezoning based on upzoning of the property to the south. Substantial supply of gravel aggregates on the property.Buyers should satisfy themselves by doing their due diligence on the development possibilities in discussions with the City of Coquitlam. Please DO NOT WALK THE PROPERTY WITHOUT PERMISSION. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Sabre Realty Group - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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630 FOSTER Avenue in Coquitlam: Coquitlam West House for sale in "Coquitlam West" : MLS®# R2440106
630 FOSTER Avenue Coquitlam V3J 2L7
$3,890,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2440106
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 7,248 sq. ft.
OUTSTANDING Opportunity! This GORGEOUS 5 bedroom, 7 bathroom home is located in the most sought after neighbourhood in Burquitlam-Lougheed area on a LARGE 13,648 sq.ft lot. Featuring a LUXURIOUS floor plan and beautiful architectural design of approx 7,248 sq.ft. This lovely home has EVERYTHING you need and dream of! Tile Roof, Covered Patio, HEAT PUMP/AC, Hot Tub, Swimming Pool, High Ceilings, 2 Kitchens & Separate entrance to downstairs suite, Miele appliances, 6 fireplaces, HUGE walk-in closets, jetted tub, top brand shower, MEDIA THEATRE, gym, game room, wet bar and WINE cellar etc. On top of these, this lot is already zoned for 3-Storey TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT site by City of Coquitlam! GREAT VALUE! More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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3696 VICTORIA Drive in Coquitlam: Burke Mountain House for sale : MLS®# R2433144
3696 VICTORIA Drive Coquitlam V3E 3H4
$3,599,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2433144
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,446 sq. ft.
Location, Location! Large 1.2 Acre corner lot with 2 frontages on Burke Mountain. Spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. Hardwood floor throughout with large living and dining room. Good sized kitchen with access to your balcony overlooking the property. Upstairs, 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. downstairs is a fully finished basement with rec. room, hobby room and one bedroom, perfect for extended family. More detailsListed by RE/MAX All Points Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1664 BRUNETTE Avenue in Coquitlam: Maillardville House for sale : MLS®# R2417722
1664 BRUNETTE Avenue Coquitlam V3K 1G9
$3,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2417722
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,294 sq. ft.
In the land-starved housing market, Land Assembly is a big opportunity for development and financial growth. The City plans to utilize this amazing site for constructing medium density residential apartments. The site is located south of Brunette Ave, near Lougheed Highway & No.1 Highway. It is on a quiet street. Parks, shopping centers and community centers nearby. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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1725 PIPELINE Road in Coquitlam: Hockaday House for sale : MLS®# R2442309
1725 PIPELINE Road Coquitlam V3E 3P6
$3,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2442309
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1,878 sq. ft.
An incredible opportunity has become available. An 8.714 ACRE lot zoned RS2 that IS NOT in the ALR and within 5 minutes from everything. The lot has roughly 400 meters (1300 ft) of river front. It is an odd shaped lot as you can see in the graphic. It is well treed and is prime for a dream home build now or in the future. Very secluded and yet within 3.8 kilometers of David Ave. Surrounded by rivers, mountains and trails in all directions. A lot this size rarely comes available. There is livable home on the property but the value of this listing is the land. Room sizes to be verified at a later date. Have an open mind and bring your dreams with you. By appointment only please, DO NOT ENTER THE PROPERTY UNACCOMPANIED. More detailsListed by Keller Williams Elite Realty and Park Georgia Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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627 ALDERSON Avenue in Coquitlam: Coquitlam West House for sale : MLS®# R2422847
627 ALDERSON Avenue Coquitlam V3K 1T6
$3,433,020Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2422847
- Floor Area:
- 1,708 sq. ft.
Development Opportunity. Contact listing Realtor Eric Vallee for more information More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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3139 PLATEAU Boulevard in Coquitlam: Westwood Plateau House for sale : MLS®# R2402751
3139 PLATEAU Boulevard Coquitlam V3E 3A8
$3,380,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2402751
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 6,416 sq. ft.
"Wedgewood Manor" - Previous "Street of Dreams Home" situated in one of the most desirable areas in Westwood Plateau. Arrive home by Circular driveway with beautiful design landscaping, Award Winning Design Created by Master Design Architect. Recently over $500K to upgrade home. This home with a traditional flare, includes many features only found in high end luxury which includes, floor to ceiling 180 degree view windows, 8 foot doors, in floor heating, full air conditioning and wool carpet in bedrooms, Miele appliances. Lower Level Rec room, Media room with state-of-the-art entertainment system, Gym, Billiards, Wine room, large sauna, expansive decks, gated yard, control 4 home system and full security cameras. A truly rare find! More detailsListed by Pacific Evergreen Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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609 SMITH Avenue in Coquitlam: Coquitlam West House for sale : MLS®# R2387247
609 SMITH Avenue Coquitlam V3J 2W2
$2,990,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2387247
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 4,001 sq. ft.
Developers / Investors ALERT in this Southwest Coquitlam corner lot located 1 block from the newly built Burquitlam Skytrain Station and falling under Coquitlam's Lougheed Neighbourhood Plan with zoning calling for Medium Density Apartments. 33 story tower being built next door along with plans to build high and low rise towers all around. One of the last lots available to build on in Coquitlam's Lougheed plan. Call listing agent for current development applications and information on building plans in the neighbourhood. More detailsListed by Team 3000 Realty Ltd. and Sutton Centre Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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