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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http://www.portcoquitlam.ca
http://www.portcoquitlam.ca/Citizen_Services/Parks_and__Recreation/Facilities___Amenities.htm http://www.portcoquitlam.ca/City_Hall/City_Departments/Development_Services/Planning_Division/Official_Community_Plan__OCP_.htm?PageMode=Print
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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501 2331 KELLY Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Central Pt Coquitlam Condo for sale in "Estella" : MLS®# R2740011
501 2331 KELLY Avenue Port Coquitlam V3C 1Y3 
$679,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2740011
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 807 sq. ft.
STUNNING CORNER 1 bedroom + den (more like a 2nd bedroom) home with North East Exposure! Welcome to Estella - this beautifully designed home is situated in the thriving Port Coquitlam neighbourhood, walking distance to many shops, services, community centre, nature and more. This home is an entertainer's delight with a gorgeous open concept kitchen overlooking the living space which includes a window above the sink for added natural light, gas stove and pantry plus a spacious outdoor patio. Features also include a spacious den for guests or home office. Life at Estella means everything at your fingertips with bike room and storage. Anticipated to be completed at the end of January/Early February 2023. A $10K AC/Heat Pump package to be included. Don't wait, give us a call today! Call Now! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Sabre Realty Group
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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4318 2180 KELLY Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Central Pt Coquitlam Condo for sale in "Montrose" : MLS®# R2746548
4318 2180 KELLY Avenue Port Coquitlam V3C 0L1
$679,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2746548
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 832 sq. ft.
BRAND NEW + READY! An amazing opportunity in MONTROSE SQUARE awaits.Highlights: CONVENIENCE! In the heart of Poco's vibrant new community centre. The master planned development is close to all levels of transit including West Coast Express, steps to trails/parks, shopping, schools & more. SPACE. Well appointed 832ft plan boasts 2 beds on either side of living + two baths. Enjoy bright & airy living w/9ft ceilings & open concept design. Cozy patio. DESIGN! Clean modern + quality built. Boast gourmet kitchen inc/SS appliances, quartz counters & the WORKS. SETTING! This contemporary home overlooks a courtyard w/water features and greenspace. INVESTMENT! Proven income generator, low maintenance new building & high demand. BONUS: Community centre access, 2 parking & storage locker. WOW! More detailsListed by Keller Williams Elite Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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407 2477 KELLY Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Central Pt Coquitlam Condo for sale in "SOUTH VERDE" : MLS®# R2750273
407 2477 KELLY Avenue Port Coquitlam V3C 0B3
$679,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2750273
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,031 sq. ft.
STUNNING TOP FLOOR CORNER unit at South Verde. The spacious and airy great-room style boasts a soaring over-height 15’ ceiling plus walls of windows for tons of natural light. A large sliding door leads you out to your private balcony with a beautiful view of Gates Park and the mountains. Kitchen with sleek cabinets, s/s appls, tile backsplash, granite counters, & convenient breakfast bar. Two generously sized bedrooms, both with oversized windows, are located on opposite sides of the living space for extra privacy, primary with spa-like ensuite with soaker tub and separate shower. FANTASTIC amenities: gym, outdoor patio, meeting & theatre rooms. BONUS: 2 side-by-side parking stalls. Close to everything! Directly across from Gates Park, the Traboulay trail & Coquitlam River, steps to downtown shops, services, restaurants, and West Coast Express. Minutes to Coquitlam Center, new rec centre, Douglas College, Town Centre park, Lafarge Lake, + more! More detailsListed by RE/MAX All Points Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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309 2351 KELLY Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Central Pt Coquitlam Condo for sale in "La Via" : MLS®# R2745572
309 2351 KELLY Avenue Port Coquitlam V3C 1Y3
$670,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2745572
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 890 sq. ft.
Welcome Home to this fabulous south facing 2 bed+bath at La Via! With almost 900 sqft of living featuring 9’ ceilings & a bright, spacious modern floor plan with 80 sq ft of balcony, ideal for 1st time buyers, & pet lovers. Well maintained Quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances, full-size washer and dryer, and expansive windows to maximize natural light, laminate flooring throughout & open concept living . 1 secured parking a 1 storage locker. Steps away from Gates Park, schools, shopping, West Coast Express, Evergreen Skytrain line, restaurants & more. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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41 2423 AVON Place in Port Coquitlam: Riverwood Townhouse for sale in "DOMINION" : MLS®# R2748162
41 2423 AVON Place Port Coquitlam V3B 0H5
$655,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2748162
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 904 sq. ft.
Rentals allowed! This Bright, Beautiful and Spacious 3 level town house loft is a desirable corner unit! Open and modern concept with a fenced side yard! 2Baclonies with great mountain and greenery views! Great for first time buyers and investors! Quiet but central. Easy Access to Lougheed Hwy, Short walk to Costco, Walmart, Canadian Tire, Home Depot, and Plenty of other stores. Schools of all levels are in the area too. Shore drive to Frazer River and walking trails that the whole family can enjoy! Must See! Rent allowed with Restrictions. Short term rental not allowed. Minimum 1 year lease only. Pets allowed with Restrictions (2 dogs, OR 2 cats, R 1 dog and 1 cat). Smoking not allowed within the unit. Showings By appointment only. Don't miss out! More detailsListed by RE/MAX City Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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