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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2657 HOMESTEADER Way in Port Coquitlam: Citadel PQ House for sale in "CITADEL HEIGHTS" : MLS®# R2633429
2657 HOMESTEADER Way Port Coquitlam V3C 6A4 
$1,748,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2633429
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,831 sq. ft.
STUNNER IN CITADEL HEIGHTS! This ultimate 3 level family home has been meticulously maintained and updated by long term owners. Gorgeous vaulted ceilings in the foyer & living room with a grand staircase as a centerpiece. Cozy formal dining room with French doors for lovely intimate dinner parties. A gourmet kitchen that every chef will love with double gas stoves, loads of cupboard & counter space, SS appliances & walk in pantry. Perfect eating area with large adjacent family room & modern rock fireplace. Spacious mud room plus oversize laundry room with access to the double garage. Above offers 3 bedrooms with an amazing Master suite ftr a sitting area, cozy gas fireplace & gorgeous ensuite. Full basement w/ 2 more bedrooms, full bath, family/dining room, kitchen (no stove) & separate entry. Wonderful private backyard with a covered deck for all year use & multiple sitting areas for easy enjoyment. No fuss front yard for low maintenance. Close walking distance to schools & multiple parks. TURN KEY HOME! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Performance Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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2701 2789 SHAUGHNESSY Street in Port Coquitlam: Central Pt Coquitlam Condo for sale in "The Shaughnessy" : MLS®# R2613169
2701 2789 SHAUGHNESSY Street Port Coquitlam V3C 0C3
$1,739,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2613169
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,704 sq. ft.
Absolutely STUNNING PENTHOUSE, two story corner unit, in the vibrant heart of Port Coquitlam. Remarkable views with LUXURY FINISHES to the finest detail. EXTENSIVE RENO, including: Kitchen & WOLF 6 range gas stovetop, SOLID Walnut flooring throughout, SOLID Walnut doors, Hide-away ceiling TV in master, bathrooms with marble throughout and STEAM SHOWER in ensuite, High-end appliances, custom furnishings (INCLUDED in sale), A/C, automatic blinds, temperature controlled wine cellar, lighting, and even a custom ceiling.. and the list goes on and ON. With a SPACIOUS rooftop Patio, to take in the views of the City, Parks and Mountains, it is a show stopper! Surrounded by restaurants and amenities, along side Lions Park for a natural feel. BE AT HOME IN THE CLOUDS, YET STEPS AWAY FROM EVERYTHING! More detailsListed by Royal LePage - Brookside Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1604 PITT RIVER Road in Port Coquitlam: Mary Hill House for sale : MLS®# R2618349
1604 PITT RIVER Road Port Coquitlam V3C 1P4
$1,699,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2618349
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,200 sq. ft.
Attention investors, builder, it is rezoned for 2 separate lot for 2 single house 6 bedroom + 4 bathroom (3 level with 2 bedroom legal suite, total around 3000 square feet. Both new homes will have a nice east view, back lane detached double garage. All approval papers from the city are there with a plan and survey certificate for both new home. READY TO DEMOLISH. There is a bus stop across these homes. Walk to schools 10 minute drive to Coquitlam Centre Mall and sky train. seller will pay for demolish and city service. This original house has a very good condition and still owner live in and it has 5 nice bedroom and 2 bath. It is located on upper side of Pitt River Rd with view. 10 FEET ABOVE THE ROAD More detailsListed by Team 3000 Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1568 PITT RIVER Road in Port Coquitlam: Mary Hill House for sale : MLS®# R2609992
1568 PITT RIVER Road Port Coquitlam V3C 1P2
$1,599,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2609992
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,156 sq. ft.
OPPORTUNITY!!!!! Sub Divide this property into very attractive lots... Located in the heart of POCO ... INVESTMENT !!! Collect income while you go through process . More detailsListed by Royal LePage West Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2477 GLENWOOD Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Woodland Acres PQ House for sale : MLS®# R2634549
2477 GLENWOOD Avenue Port Coquitlam V3B 1Y7
$1,598,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2634549
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,362 sq. ft.
This very well maintained 6-year old family home has everything you expected: located in a quiet street, but with walking distance to Coquitlam Centre & New Evergreen Line. South facing Master bedroom and north facing backyard. Modern Kitchen on main floor with high end Appliances, plus Wok Kitchen. Large Living room and Large patio makes the living area spacious and bright. 4 bedrooms up with 2 of them with ensuite, one game room for you to relax... Downstairs comes with a 2 bedroom legal suite for Mortgage helper and a Media room with its own bathroom. Radiant heat with HRV System, Brand-new furnace, security system with monitor, covered Gutter and attentively built retainer walls at the backyard much more...Call today to book your private showing. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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