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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3857 INVERNESS Street in Port Coquitlam: Lincoln Park PQ House for sale : MLS®# R2852730
3857 INVERNESS Street Port Coquitlam V3B 3B9 
$1,650,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2852730
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,308 sq. ft.
Attention builders and investors! Rezoned for a duplex property available for construction in Lincoln Park. It has passed its 3rd reading and is ready to be built. The house is a ranch-style home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. It boasts a spacious living room with a gas fireplace and laminate flooring, as well as a huge patio and fully fenced yard. There is plenty of parking space available, and the home has back-lane access. Located in a family-oriented neighbourhood, this location has much more to offer. close to shopping, schools, transit and main roads. All measurements are approximate buyer to verify if important to them. " Do not enter without appointment. "Call your realtor/builder today to make an appointment! More detailsListed by Team 3000 Realty Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3268 VINCENT Street in Port Coquitlam: Glenwood PQ House for sale : MLS®# R2864342
3268 VINCENT Street Port Coquitlam V3B 3T4
$1,624,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2864342
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,895 sq. ft.
Step into this inviting 7 bed, 3.5 bath residence situated in PoCo. This home has undergone numerous upgrades, including new flooring, windows, a sleek modern kitchen, stylish bathroom fixtures, upgraded lighting, a new furnace, garage door, and washer/dryer. Freshly installed in 2023, the property also boasts a brand new roof and gutters. On the lower level, you'll find a legal suite with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, which underwent a remodel in 2021 featuring new kitchen and bathroom cabinets, stove, flooring, and toilets. This suite is adaptable, functioning as a 2 bed, 1 bath rental unit, with an additional bedroom and ensuite available for the upstairs owners if desired. Conveniently located near schools of all levels, shopping centers, hiking trails, and recreational facilities. More detailsListed by Royal Lepage Wheeler Cheam - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1856 WINDERMERE Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Oxford Heights House for sale : MLS®# R2870950
1856 WINDERMERE Avenue Port Coquitlam V3B 2K4
$1,648,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2870950
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,250 sq. ft.
Welcome to this recently renovated 4 Bed/3 Bath split level home in Oxford Heights Neighbourhood of Port Coquitlam. This property includes a 1bed suite in the lower level, new hardwood flooring in the Living/Dining Room areas & new tile in the kitchen. The kitchen features new countertops w/ an under-mount sink, new stainless steel appliances & a “pot filler” for your dog/cat water bowl. The dining area has a sliding door that leads to the extensive patio & private backyard that has a South/West exposure. This property is conveniently located off Coast Meridian Road & is mins away from Coquitlam Centre & the Coquitlam Centre Skytrain & West Coast Express Stations. It is also close to lots of parks/trails such as: Lions Park & Coquitlam River Park. You are also close to stores & Restaurants More detailsListed by eXp Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1838 EUREKA Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Citadel PQ House for sale in "CITADEL" : MLS®# R2847403
1838 EUREKA Avenue Port Coquitlam V3C 5C1
$1,638,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2847403
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,165 sq. ft.
Welcome to Harbourview Estates in the highly desirable area of Citadel Port Coquitlam - An excellent family-oriented neighbourhood. The moment you step in you are greeted with an impressive 15ft VAULTED CEDAR CEILING in the living room & a cozy GAS FIREPLACE. A unique feature with a lot of character. The kitchen, family & dining room are well lit with natural light. Enjoy the spacious private backyard with an 11x14 deck - Perfect for BBQ. Newer hardwood flooring throughout. The upper floor features 3 bedrooms as well as a LOFT AREA for an office. You will also find multiple SKYLIGHTS throughout the home. Other features include AMPLE STORAGE, DOUBLE GARAGE, apple & cherry trees in the front/backyard. Great school catchment including French Immersion/AP Programs and quick access to highway. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Masters Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3380 GLASGOW Street in Port Coquitlam: Glenwood PQ House for sale : MLS®# R2868194
3380 GLASGOW Street Port Coquitlam V3B 4K7
$1,628,888Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2868194
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,974 sq. ft.
Welcome to this charming 3 level split home filled with character! Pride of ownership throughout home and first time on the market in nearly 30 years! Perfect home for a young family or for builders and investors with RS4 (small lot subdivision)zoning allows for subdivision on a corner lot .Enjoy a renovated kitchen and bathrooms, stunning front patio, and a brand new hot water tank in 2024.Best curb appeal in the Tri-cities, located in the trendy neighbourhood of Glenwood, Port Coquitlam. Quiet street yet minuites away from Coquitlam river, parks, shopping, restaurants and grocery stores! OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY APRIL 20th 2-4pm More detailsListed by Axford Real Estate - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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