Port Coquitlam on the Rivers
The Splendid Location
The City of Port Coquitlam in British Columbia, Canada is at the confluence of the Fraser and the Pitt rivers about 17 miles east and upstream of the City of Vancouver. The name “Coquitlam,” aboriginal in origin, signifies red fish in the river in reference to the river’s annual salmon spawning run. The City of Coquitlam surrounds Port Coquitlam on the north, west, and southwest and the rivers are on the east and the southeast.
Coquitlam’s geographical situation was a major impetus in its incorporation. Access to the Pitt and Fraser Rivers, proximity to Vancouver, and the presence of level land for rail yards attracted the Canadian Pacific Railway, which moved its freight operations to Port Coquitlam from Vancouver in 1911. At the end of World War II, there were approximately 1,500 area residents, in 1952 about 3,000, and in 1960 the population was around 8,400. The 2011 Census reported a population of 55,598, a 6.2-percent rise change from 52,687 in 2006. In the late 1990s, the population grew at a 9.8-percent rate; by 2001 25 percent were immigrants, and English was the first language of no more than 76 percent.
History
Farming began beside the Pitt River in 1859. When in 1911 the Canadian Pacific Railway moved its freight operations to then “Westminster Junction,” where a spur line went to New Westminster, development increased dramatically, and Westminster Junction incorporated as the Port Coquitlam municipality in March 1913.
Before the Second World War, the bulk of the Port Coquitlam population worked for the railway or for the Essondale Provincial Mental Hospital southwest of the city. After 1952, major industries arrived in Port Coquitlam. Since 1988 industrial development has been intense with new businesses sprouting in the Davies Industrial Park, the Mary Hill Industrial Estate, and Meridian Industrial Park
Mostly farmland at first, Port Coquitlam is now primarily suburban housing in its northern and southwestern areas. The economy is now diverse with various industrial and commercial developments in metal fabrication, high-technology, and transport industries.
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Transportation Advances
As a primarily suburban locale, Port Coquitlam relies heavily on roads to move goods and people. The Lougheed Highway, Provincial Highway 7, bisects Port Coquitlam from Coquitlam in the west to the Pitt River Bridge to the City of Pitt Meadows across the river in the east. The Mary Hill Bypass, Highway 7B, runs adjacent to the Fraser River from the Pitt River Bridge on the east to the TransCanada Highway Bridge from Coquitlaim to Surrey on the west.
TransLink Bus Route #159 connects southern Port Coquitlam to the SkyTrain Braid and Lougheed Town Centre stations. Bus Route #160 links Port Coquitlam and Vancouver via the Coquitlam Central and Port Moody West Coast Express stations. Bus Route #C38 connects northern Port Coquitlam to the SkyTrain Coquitlam Central Station.
In October 2009 the new, seven-lane cable-stayed Pitt River Bridge replaced the swing bridges connecting Port Coquitlam and the City of Pitt Meadows on the east side of the river. In March 2010 the Coast Meridian Overpass, a new, four-lane, cable-stayed bridge, opened for travel north and south over the Canadian Pacific Railway Oxford Street rail yard.
New Port Coquitlem Live MLS Listings
Port Coquitlam on the Rivers
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2369 KELLY Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Central Pt Coquitlam Land for sale : MLS®# R2476439
2369 KELLY Avenue Port Coquitlam V3C 1Y3 
$7,999,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2476439
6 Storey Development Site with potential for 46 condo units located in Port Coquitlam. Minutes from Gates Park, Traboulay Poco Trail and many amenities, Central Port Coquitlam is surrounded by abundant park space, quality schools & excellent shopping and entertainment options. Quick and convenient access to BC-7 leads to a 31 minute trip downtown and all major routes in the greater Vancouver area, making this community ideal for people that need to get around the city. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3475 ST. ANNE Street in Port Coquitlam: Oxford Heights House for sale : MLS®# R2492252
3475 ST. ANNE Street Port Coquitlam V3B 4G5
$2,299,750Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2492252
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 9
- Floor Area:
- 6,693 sq. ft.
WOW Income Generating Home! Custom Built 8 Bed & 9 Bath Luxury Home w/Bonus 753 sq ft. 2 Bedroom Coach Home situated on a 9300 sq ft. Lot! Hardwood & Tile Floors throughout the main level, Formal Living & Dining, w/access to the spice kitchen. Bright Open Concept Luxury Kitchen w/Granite counters & Professional Grade Appliances open to the Family room w/gas fp & large covered deck. Master on Main w/ensuite, large mud room & 2 car garage. Upper level has 3 large bedrooms all w/walk-in closets & en-suites, Master Bedroom has 2 walk-in closets, 15'x11' en-suite w/jacuzzi tub, double sinks & shower. The lower level contains a rec room w/powder room, 2 Bed Legal Suite, Extra Bedroom & Flex. Radiant Heat, AC, HRV, Full Security w/Cameras, Custom Built Ins & Built-in Vac. Walk to Schools & Parks! More detailsListed by Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. (White Rock) - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3512 FLINT Street in Port Coquitlam: Glenwood PQ House for sale : MLS®# R2456149
3512 FLINT Street Port Coquitlam V3B 4J6
$2,288,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2456149
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,252 sq. ft.
Like no other, this CUSTOM residence is the BUILDERS OWN EXCEPTIONALLY BUILT HOME containing numerous upgrades! Want extra income? Contains a basement suite AND a separate private garden residence off the back lane. Surround sound built in speakers in great room with a linear gas fireplace, crazy surveillance system for extra security, A/C, high end appliances. Wide open entertaining space with a designer modern Kitchen, accompanied by a 2nd prep kitchen. Lots of room for the gatherings to spill out onto the covered deck with your second linear fireplace. The main floor offers a home office and a functional mud room as well. Basement bar and rec area with guest bdrm/bath are on the lower level. Great neighbourhood/flat street. Extra storage/workshop/motorcycle garage off the garden home. More detailsListed by Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1936 PITT RIVER Road in Port Coquitlam: Mary Hill House for sale : MLS®# R2493705
1936 PITT RIVER Road Port Coquitlam V3C 1R3
$2,025,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2493705
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,736 sq. ft.
Attention Builders and Investors!! OCP calls for RS4 zoning with Coach House potential. This property is sub-dividable into THREE Lots! Offered as a package in conjunction with 1932 Pitt River Road which is sub-dividable into TWO Lots for a grand total of FIVE Lots. Both properties back onto Warwick Crescent and require minimal city upgrades. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to purchase this 1,736 Sq.Ft. 3 Bed, 2 Bath Rancher resting on a massive 13,965 Sq.Ft. Lot. The home features a functional layout with updated galley kitchen, main bathroom and a brand-new roof! Watch the sun come up over the Golden Ears Mountains while enjoying your morning coffee. Steps from schools, parks, Robert Hope pool, buses and just a few minutes away from the West Coast Express. Private showings only. More detailsListed by Royal LePage West Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1936 PITT RIVER Road in Port Coquitlam: Mary Hill Land for sale : MLS®# R2493690
1936 PITT RIVER Road Port Coquitlam V3C 1R3
$2,025,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2493690
Attention Builders and Investors!! OCP calls for RS4 zoning with Coach House potential. This property is sub-dividable into THREE Lots! Offered as a package in conjunction with 1932 Pitt River Road which is sub-dividable into TWO Lots for a grand total of FIVE Lots. Both properties back onto Warwick Crescent and require minimal city upgrades. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to purchase this 1,736 Sq.Ft. 3 Bed, 2 Bath Rancher resting on a massive 13,965 Sq.Ft. Lot. The home features a functional layout with updated galley kitchen, main bathroom and a brand-new roof! Watch the sun come up over the Golden Ears Mountains while enjoying your morning coffee. Steps from schools, parks, Robert Hope pool, buses and just a few minutes away from the West Coast Express. Private showings only. More detailsListed by Royal LePage West Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3023 - 3029 WELLINGTON Street in Port Coquitlam: Glenwood PQ House Fourplex for sale : MLS®# R2486363
3023 - 3029 WELLINGTON Street Port Coquitlam V3B 3W9
$1,999,000Multifamily- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2486363
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,160 sq. ft.
GREAT Investment OPPORTUNITY. This FOURPLEX sits on a 10,648 Square Foot CORNER Lot. Currently Zoned as RTH- 3 TOWNHOME Zoning, SUPERB Future Potential. Featuring 4 - 2 Bedroom SUITES, Fully Tenanted, Separate Meters, Coin Laundry and Tenants Pay All Utilities. Gross Income Close to $60,000 per year. PRIME Location, Close To Schools, Parks, Shopping and Shopping. CALL Today for an INFORMATION PACKAGE. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1870 WESTMINSTER Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Glenwood PQ House Duplex for sale : MLS®# R2478239
1870 WESTMINSTER Avenue Port Coquitlam V3B 1E2
$1,980,000Multifamily- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2478239
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,720 sq. ft.
Huge Lot with great potential. Currently side/side duplex with revenue $3,600. month. Possible rezone for higher density developments, could include townhouses and apartments. Great location close to schools, shopping and transit. More detailsListed by Royal LePage West Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1727 PRAIRIE Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Glenwood PQ House for sale : MLS®# R2472915
1727 PRAIRIE Avenue Port Coquitlam V3B 1V2
$1,699,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2472915
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,010 sq. ft.
Investor and developer alert, Great potential! Designated in OCP as Intensive Residential RTh3 Zoning allows one unit per 220 sq m(2,368.1 SF) Laneway Access Corner Site with three frontages. This home sits on a 75 x 177 Lot (13,275 sf) Current OCP is 5 townhouses or could be possible for a duplex plus 3 townhouses. Great value for anyone who wants to buy/live now and hold it for later! More detailsListed by Royal First Realty - Aedis Realty
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1367 BARBERRY Drive in Port Coquitlam: Birchland Manor House for sale : MLS®# R2496743
1367 BARBERRY Drive Port Coquitlam V3B 1G2
$1,688,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2496743
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,415 sq. ft.
8 bedroom, 6 bathroom 4400+ SQFT New Build on 8900 SQFT lot in sought after Birchland Manor. Currently under construction, anticipated completion end of October. 4 bedrooms on main floor, quality laminate flooring throughout, white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops. Master bedroom with 5 piece ensuite, heated floors and walk-in closet. 3rd bedroom also with ensuite. Large gourmet kitchen opens to family room with access to large covered deck with outdoor kitchen. Basement fully finished with legal 2 bedroom suite, plus rec room and 2 additional bedrooms ideal set up for multi-generational families. Large attached 2 car garage, PLUS BONUS 462 SQFT DETACHED SHOP/GARDEN SHED. This one has all of the special features you typically can't find! More detailsListed by Royal LePage West Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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875 PRAIRIE Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Lincoln Park PQ House for sale : MLS®# R2489447
875 PRAIRIE Avenue Port Coquitlam V3B 1R9
$1,678,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2489447
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,219 sq. ft.
Luxury custom built home with gorgeous mountain view, a great central location. Large bright living room and large windows, high ceilings.Open concept large kitchen and spice kitchen with dining room. This well designed kitchen is just perfect with all quartz counter tops and pantry. Master bedroom has deluxe ensuite, large shower. All custom blinds, large double garage and outdoor 4 parking, large deck facing a gorgeous mountain view. Wait till you see the custom made entertainment back yard, with colour water fountain, custom made table, ace cooler, fire pit and much more. Book an appointment to view this gorgeous home. 5-10 year warranty. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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