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General Description

Coquitlam is the largest of the municipalities which make up the northeast sector of the Greater Vancouver Regional District (GVRD). The driving distance is about 20 - 25 km east of Vancouver. The city's scenic setting, with the rugged wilderness of the northern Coastal Mountains to the southern slopes overlooking the Fraser River, makes it a most desirable community in which to live, work and play. There are still many nature trails and greenbelts. Its proximity to Vancouver makes it an ideal bedroom community (live here & work in Vancouer, Burnaby or Richmond) with a population of 121,500(2008 census) supported by excellent schools, community and recreational facilities. There is something for everybody; the young, the professional and the retired.

Location & Transportation

Bounded by Burnaby, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam and New Westminster, Coquitlam is the hub of the Lower Mainland with easy access to all areas. Depending on traffic volume and location, it is 30 to 45 minutes away from downtown Vancouver with no bridges to cross. Downtown access is served by 3 highways; Trans-Canada (No.1 Hwy), Lougheed Highway) and the Barnet Hwy. These alternatives help to relieve the peak traffic bottlenecks.  The West Coast Express commuter rail service is a popular mode of commute in the Tri-Cities region, a boon for residents working in Vancouver downtown. The Sky Train, with the Lougheed Mall station and the new Canada line connection to the Richmond airport, makes this city convenient and attractive for residents to live and work.

Economy

Being a prime residential neighbourhood Coquitlam has established itself a desirable bedroom community.   However, the established Mayfair Industrial Park, and the industrial area in the southern Maillardville/Fraser Mills area are creating potential for a rich variety of light industry, commerce and job availability.  The thriving Coquitlam Centre Mall provides a dynamic focus for the northeast sector and is now the downtown of Coquitlam.  In recent years these following facilities, David Lam Campus of Douglas College, the Evergreen Cultural Centre & Theatre, Pinetree Secondary School, Community Centre, and the new City Hall, had all added commercial impact and service to Town Centre.  This is further enhanced by an aquatic facility (Olympic-size pool & Wave pool), and a stadium, which has hosted major track and field and other supporting events.  Added to this mix are the many new high-rises which gives a lustre and sophistication to the area.  Coquitlam has now come of age.

Housing & Real Estate

Coquitlam offers a delightful cross section of lifestyles and accommodations for all:

Westwood Plateau (2 golf courses and $Million views, newer neighbourhood): Detach homes from mid $600K to over $2 million mansions with view; Townhomes fromm $400 - 650K (backing onto the golf course possibly with views; Apartments from $250K (1 bdrm, +/- 600 s.f.) to over $450 for a large 2 bedroom. 

In the well-established older neighbourhood (+/-30 years) of Central Coquitlam, e.g. around Como Lake Park, the average price is +/- $600K to over $1 million for newer, 1 - 10 yr, homes. River Heights, a newer neighbourhood, with a view of the Fraser River & Mt. Baker, has detached homes ranging from $500K - $900K. Ranch Park (+/- 30 years) detached homes range from $500K to $800K. The historic Maillardville, with French-Canadian flavour, has undergone revitalization with condo's prices from +/- $250K (1bdrm,700 s.f.), to $300 - 500K for 3 bdrm town-homes.  West Coquitlam, just on the border on Burnaby, is great value compared to Burnaby, on the other side of North Road.  Just across the street, the same property is $50 - 80K more in price. Coquitlam is more affordable than Richmond; it is also a desirable neighbourhood to raise a family,  supported by excellent schools and recreational facilities. One can enjoy a comfortable and secure lifestyle here.

Education

Children in the Tri-Cities are well served by the highly regarded local school district offering both French immersion and ESL programs. There are many excellent daycare and Montessori kindergarten facilities. Centennial High is reputed to nurture a high number of bursary students, while Dr. Charles Best and Pinetree Secondary are the two other high schools. Douglas College campus in the Town Centre welcomes both full and part-time students to programs ranging from arts, sciences, business, and health services courses. Simon Fraser University is minutes away in neighbouring Burnaby. Every stage from daycare to career education is at your doorstep.

Recreation

The Civic and private sporting facilities offer ample tennis & racquet courts, swimming pools (new Chimo Pool & rec centre in Central & Wave Pool at Town Centre), ice rinks, several golf courses (Vancouver golf club, Westwood Golf and Country club, Carnouties Golf Club) and playing fields. For those who enjoy the outdoors, there is the Minnekhada Regional Park (wildlife reserve, bird sanctuary, marsh, extensive walking trails), and Mundy Park (175 hectare forest with 2 lakes in the city) right on your door-step. There is a saying that because of all the trees and forest in Coquitlam, one can smell the quality of air, while lifestyle here is so much better than other congested areas.  This is a healthy tranquil environment to reside and raise a family.

These amenities are similarly within reach of Port Moody & Port Coquitlam, collectively with Coquitlam, are known as the Tri-Cities.

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