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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1245 ELLIS Drive in Port Coquitlam: Birchland Manor House for sale : MLS®# R2868679
1245 ELLIS Drive Port Coquitlam V3B 1G9 
$1,350,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2868679
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,330 sq. ft.
Wow! Pride of Ownership TRULY shows in this beautifully maintained home situated on a large 6930 sq ft lot in popular Birchland Manor. This home boasts a RARE open floorplan, great-room style, featuring a bright kitchen with bar seating at island, open to the spacious living room with cozy fireplace, dining room with sliders to large back deck, real hardwood flooring. Primary with ensuite + 2 ample sized bedrooms and 4 pc bath complete the main level. Downstairs has 4th bedroom, family room + gas fireplace, 3 pc bathroom, has separate entry and is easy to suite. The private backyard features a 2-tiered deck and covered patio, perfect for BBQ’s and outdoor entertaining! Excellent location! Walk to Birchland Elem, Terry Fox Sec, local parks and trails, Save-On-Foods and Starbucks! More detailsListed by RE/MAX All Points Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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32 2310 RANGER Lane in Port Coquitlam: Riverwood Townhouse for sale in "Fremont Blue" : MLS®# R2868433
32 2310 RANGER Lane Port Coquitlam V3B 0K3
$1,348,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2868433
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 1,762 sq. ft.
This stunning 4 bed/3 bath CORNER unit townhouse, crafted by Mosaic, epitomizes luxury living with high end upgrades throughout. Bright and open concept living featuring hardwood flooring, built-in wall unit with wifi controlled pot lights on main floor, UV tinted windows, closet shelving in all rooms, glass shower upgrade for primary ensuite. Murphy bed had been installed in the lower floor bedroom to maximize space. Your large SE facing patio is extended with paved stone to the side and backs onto the quiet greenbelt offering tranquility and privacy. Garage has been upgraded with polyaspartic flooring and slat walls for ample storage. Expanded driveway and cement block backyard offer both practicality and modern aesthetics. River Club amenities including outdoor pool, fitness center, kids room, etc. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1944 MANNING Avenue in Port Coquitlam: Glenwood PQ House for sale : MLS®# R2856799
1944 MANNING Avenue Port Coquitlam V3B 1L4
$1,319,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2856799
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,907 sq. ft.
Looking for a charming home, centrally located with plenty of space for the whole family? This is the one & first time on market! This well cared for 1,907sq.ft with 3 bedrooms upstairs and the 4th on the main for a potential suite. 2 bathrooms nicely renovated, interior freshly painted and has A/C for comfort! Exterior completely renovated in 2019 with hardy board/stone work plus vinyl. New gutters, downspouts, aluminum balcony w/ overhang, exterior stairs to back yard. Windows & doors new in 2010. Lane access for RV parking/yard access. Back yard patio is a private oasis, low maintenance yard w/ greenhouse, storage shed & gazebo. Centrally located to shopping, transit, restaurants & schools and PoCo's best secret the PoCo trail along the Coquitlam River. More detailsListed by Royal Lepage Elite Realty West - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2288 PITT RIVER Road in Port Coquitlam: Mary Hill House for sale : MLS®# R2858889
2288 PITT RIVER Road Port Coquitlam V3C 1R6
$1,299,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2858889
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,920 sq. ft.
Welcome to this 1912 character home where vintage appeal meets modern comfort. This Craftsman beauty offers an open living area with huge windows that take in light from every angle. The wood-burning fireplace and bay window seat create a cozy and inviting space. The kitchen boasts custom cupboards and granite countertops, S/S dishwasher, double-oven stove, and Fischer & Paykel fridge. New electrical, vinyl windows, insulation, frameless glass shower, clawfoot tub, gorgeous light fixtures, and more make this home an elegant charmer. With 4 spacious bedrooms, a den and 2 bathrooms, there's ample space for family and guests. A waterfall provides tranquility amongst a garden of roses and peonies, and tall greenery adds privacy. The prime location offers walking access to shops, parks and trails, all levels of French-immersion, West Coast express, and the new community centre. Just 30 minutes to anywhere -- Vancouver, the beach, local wineries More detailsListed by eXp Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3329 HANDLEY Crescent in Port Coquitlam: Lincoln Park PQ House for sale : MLS®# R2859533
3329 HANDLEY Crescent Port Coquitlam V3B 2Y4
$1,299,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2859533
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1,425 sq. ft.
RANCHER WITH OVER 9000 SQFT LOT! This updated 4 bed, 1 Bath single level home is situated on a quiet crescent close to multiple parks and recreation opportunities, including Evergreen, Sun Valley, Minnikhada Regional and DeBoville Slough trailhead! Updated flooring throughout as well as almost new furnace, washer & dryer, fridge, stove and dishwasher! Move in and enjoy! Many elementary and high schools in the area as well as Hyde Creek recreation centre. Lots of room to park the RV!!! Significant and beautiful trees including a huge Cherry Blossom in the backyard! DON'T MISS THE 3D WALKTHROUGH!!! hit that multimedia button! More detailsListed by Royal LePage - Brookside Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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