Port Moody at the Back of the Inlet
Location and Population
The City of Port Moody in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada is at the southeast inland end of the Burrard Inlet, on which Vancouver stands where the inlet meets the sea. Port Moody adjoins the cities of Coquitlam on the east and south and Burnaby on the west. The city derives its name from Colonel Richard Clement Moody, 19th-Century commander of the Royal Engineer detachment at New Westminster.
Port Moody has the largest Korean contingent of any Canadian town of more than 10,000 residents, 6.6 percent of the population. In the 2006 Census, the City of Port Moody had 27,512 inhabitants, a 15-percent increase from 2001. Thirty percent identify themselves as immigrants, somewhat more than the 27-percent Canadian average. Median family income is $70,239; Eagle Ridge Hospital is the leading employer in number of workers.
History
Two events shaped the early history of the Port Moody: the 1858 gold rush on the Fraser River and the 1886 arrival of the first transcontinental train. In the first event, the need for a rear-guard defense for New Westminster, the colonial capital, caused the Royal Engineers to clear a trail to the Burrard Inlet to allow ships to unload military personnel and supplies if New Westminster were attacked from the south. After 1859, the town grew rapidly following land grants to many of Moody’s Royal Engineers.
In the second event, construction of a transcontinental railroad induced British Columbia to enter into confederation with Canada in 1871. Then the Canadian Pacific Railway announced in 1879 that the small town would be its western terminus. Population grew quickly through the early 1880s. There were high hopes that Port Moody would become a major west coast metropolis. The first scheduled passenger transcontinental train arrived in July 1886. Land prices soared skyward but soon fell back to earth when a line to Vancouver opened in 1887. Incorporation as a municipality came in 1913, when the Port Moody City Council met for the first time in April.
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Economy
A deep-water bulk loading terminal, two petrochemical distributors, a large manufacturer of finished wood products, and a thermal electric generating station represent traditional, heavy industries operating in Port Moody. Crafts and cultural businesses are also common, and there is a growing healthcare and social services economic sector.
Port Moody’s economic growth and development in recent years have been in the arts and culture sector manifested by the promotional slogan “City of the Arts.” About six percent of employment is in arts and culture, one of the highest concentrations of such jobs in Metro Vancouver.
The Oil Industry at Port Moody
In the early 20th century, employment opportunities in oil refining at Port Moody increased steadily. The Imperial Oil Company commenced operations in 1915 on the north shore of Burrard Inlet. By 1919, the refinery processed 2,000 barrels increasing to as many as 25,000 barrels of crude a day after a 1952–’53 retrofit. In 1921, the company built an adjacent town of 83 houses, a post office, two stores, a school, two churches, a community hall, tennis courts, and a sports field. This site served the plant workers, their families, and sailors of docked tankers. After the refinery closed in 1995, the town site became a heritage conservation area for preservation.
New Port Moody Live MLS Listings
Port Moody at the Back of the Inlet
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3350 WATSON Road: Belcarra House for sale (Port Moody) : MLS®# R2631300
3350 WATSON Road Belcarra V3H 4S3 
$6,990,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2631300
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,590 sq. ft.
West Coast Waterfront Masterpiece. Designed by award-winning Bradbury Architecture, this stunning modern contemporary luxury residence sits on a private tranquil site with a 100ft of low bank waterfront, a Private Dock with deep water moorage, and spectacular BC coastal views. Designed with the Oceanview in mind the home offers seamless indoor/outdoor living with a wall of Eurovision sliding doors and floor to ceiling windows showcasing the stunning panoramic ocean views from every room. Built to Step Code 3 standards, this highly efficient home features high-efficiency boilers and 7 zones radiant in-floor heating. This true resort-like setting offers tranquility, serene beauty, and nature, your perfect oceanfront escape. Only 10mins by boat to Deep Cove and 40 minutes to Vancouver. More detailsListed by YVR International Realty and Keller Williams Elite Realty
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3279 BLACK BEAR Way: Anmore House for sale in "UPLANDS" (Port Moody) : MLS®# R2641977
3279 BLACK BEAR Way Anmore V3H 5G6
$4,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2641977
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 9,874 sq. ft.
This elegant home was built for entertaining and family. Quality finishing and attention to detail throughout: double high ceiling, dark maple floors, grand central staircase and marble tile floor with custom inlay. Flanking the foyer are: the formal living room dining area are outstanding. Oversize granite Center Island. Take the elevator up to the four bedrooms all w/ walk in closets and ensuites. Detached 1600sqft GUEST HOUSE on property 2 bedroom 2 bathroom. All this on a beautifully landscaped One Acre Greenbelt lot. 3D View Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=e6n44NESiPj More detailsListed by Sincere Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
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3115 CHESTNUT Crescent in Port Moody: Anmore House for sale in "BELLA TERRA BY THE LAKE" : MLS®# R2624360
3115 CHESTNUT Crescent Port Moody V3H 0J4
$4,198,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2624360
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 5,472 sq. ft.
In beautiful Anmore, Bella Terra by the Lake is one of the lower mainland’s most prestigious new neighborhoods. Enjoy a world class indoor & outdoor lifestyle, including estate-sized lots, mountains, lakes & trails with fresh air, just minutes from schools, Port Moody’s shopping district & Coquitlam Centre. Drive to downtown Vancouver in 35 min. or ride Port Moody's skytrain, just 15 min away. This home is built by renowned custom builder Christen Luxury Homes to exacting standards w/features such as Control 4 home automation, exceptional chef’s dual kitchen, Wolf & Subzero appliances, amazing millwork, 1 bdrm nanny suite, dream master bdrm, spa ensuite & much more. Live in your dream home in one of the lower mainland’s most exciting & exclusive new communities. Est completion JUNE 2022. More detailsListed by Royal LePage West Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
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2982 SUNNYSIDE Road: Anmore Land for sale (Port Moody) : MLS®# R2532814
2982 SUNNYSIDE Road Anmore V3H 4Y7
$3,775,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2532814
Rarely do parcels larger than 1 acre become available in Anmore. This beautiful forested and sloping 7.128 acre site with views to the South, West and North. The extension of Leggett Drive will go through the property in the future to access lands beyond. Buntzen Lake, Sasamat Lake, Belcarra, Trails and nature at your doorstep. Call for more information. More detailsListed by RE/MAX All Points Realty - Aedis Realty
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200 ALPINE Drive: Anmore House for sale (Port Moody) : MLS®# R2641794
200 ALPINE Drive Anmore V3H 4Z2
$3,688,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2641794
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 5,079 sq. ft.
A GATED MASTERPIECE located on a dead flat acre walking distance to Buntzen Lake. This a jewel that is extremely rare to find. Anyone looking in Anmore knows that the combination of flat and sun exposure is the ultimate and this has both! The entire acre has had hundreds of thousands of dollars spent on mature landscaping and a massive concrete POOL/detached pool house. The main home has been babied since new. Close to flawless is the best way to describe the interior. Conventional floor plan with 3 beds up and one down. An enormous 1250sf garage is perfect for all the toys. The basement is the ultimate teenager or adult playground. Do not miss this rare opportunity to enjoy a secluded compound situated with the ultimate in South facing privacy! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Sabre Realty Group - Aedis Realty
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1404 CHARLOTTE Crescent: Anmore House for sale (Port Moody) : MLS®# R2545920
1404 CHARLOTTE Crescent Anmore V3H 4W5
$3,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2545920
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 9,442 sq. ft.
Luxurious Stunning park-like property in prestigious Anmore area. it offers 9442 sq ft and close to 1 ACRE lot with interior impeccable living quality. Completely RENOVATED and REDESIGNED in 2012 by top architect with highest standards and high-end material from Europe and North America. It sits on majestically manicured private gardens. Amazing stone water feature, drive through porche. Features include 12 ft arch ceilings, spacious gourmet kitchen and open concept floor plan. A 2 bedrooms legal suite with separate entrance in the lower floor with balcony and walk-in. Large media room/ Karaoke rec room and a nanny suite also in the basement. Heritage Wood Secondary catchment. More detailsListed by Sutton Group - Vancouver First Realty - Aedis Realty
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2818 ST GEORGE Street in Port Moody: Port Moody Centre Land for sale : MLS®# R2636886
2818 ST GEORGE Street Port Moody V3H 2H3
$3,650,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2636886
TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY! Incredible opportunity to purchase a boutique 8 townhouse development in Port Moody Centre. Situated on a 8,712 SF lot, a proposed plan has been drafted for 8 townhome units ranging from 922 SF to 1,160 SF. This is a perfect development for a boutique developer or a single family developer looking to explore the multi-family space. The location is ideally situated only 3 blocks from the Moody Centre West Coast Express and Sky Train Stations. Only 1 block away from Moody Elementary School. More detailed information is available for qualified buyers. More detailsListed by Angell, Hasman & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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2818 ST GEORGE Street in Port Moody: Port Moody Centre House for sale : MLS®# R2632929
2818 ST GEORGE Street Port Moody V3H 2H3
$3,650,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2632929
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,619 sq. ft.
TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY! Incredible opportunity to purchase a boutique 8 townhouse development in Port Moody Centre. Situated on a 8,712 SF lot, a proposed plan has been drafted for 8 townhome units ranging from 922 SF to 1,160 SF. This is a perfect development for a boutique developer or a single family developer looking to explore the multi-family space. The location is ideally situated only 3 blocks from the Moody Centre West Coast Express and Sky Train Stations. Only 1 block away from Moody Elementary School. More detailed information is available for qualified buyers. More detailsListed by Angell, Hasman & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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952 ALDERSIDE Road in Port Moody: North Shore Pt Moody House for sale in "North Shore Pt Moody" : MLS®# R2638406
952 ALDERSIDE Road Port Moody V3H 3A6
$3,499,888Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2638406
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,658 sq. ft.
Extremely rare south facing oceanfront home with deep water moorage for your yacht. This 5 bed, 2 bath home is move in ready… or rent it out while designing your new home. With a private sandy beach, concrete aluminum pier, boat shed & launch ramp this property represents a generational opportunity to secure an exclusive waterfront location within minutes of downtown Vancouver. https://youtu.be/FVKjXadJYD4 More detailsListed by RE/MAX Westcoast - Aedis Realty
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255 ALPINE Drive: Anmore House for sale (Port Moody) : MLS®# R2641023
255 ALPINE Drive Anmore V3H 4Z2
$3,488,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2641023
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 6,356 sq. ft.
Dream Estate! This Elegance ,Luxury over 1 acre Fantastic Mansion over 6000 Sqft in Prestigious Anmore.You will see over one acre landscaped and sunny gardens with 2 amazing stone water feature.Features 7 Bedrooms&6 Bathroom +Master on the Main floor with 6 Pcs ensuite.A Lavish open concept kitchen with Cherry wood,Granite Counter with a 600 sqft Covered deck inviting to enjoy the beautiful mountain views.Triple car garage&le space for your RV.2 Bedroom Suite good mortgage helper. Large Media room perfect for entertaining guests.Walk to Buntzen lake and min to major centre.Enjoy a world class indoor&outdoor life style.Easy to show! open house Jan 22 Sat(2-4pm) More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
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