Coquitlam · Selling timing
The Coquitlam real estate market has predictable seasonal patterns. Spring and early fall consistently see the most activity, the most buyers, and typically the strongest sale prices. Here is the data-driven read on Coquitlam seasonality.
Selling timing · Coquitlam
Coquitlam follows the broader Greater Vancouver pattern with some local nuances. Knowing when buyers are looking — and when competing inventory is highest — changes the strategy.
Highest sales volume of the year. Most buyers actively looking. Best for family-tier inventory (townhomes, detached) because families want to close before summer to start the school year in the new home. Inventory rises with demand — pricing matters.
Continues strong but inventory peaks. Strong for premium properties (luxury, view, larger family homes). Buyers stretching to close before summer.
Slowest sales of the year. Many buyers and sellers are on vacation. Listings can sit longer. Generally not the right time for normal sellers; can be the right time for unique luxury properties (less competition).
Second-strongest period. Buyers returning from summer with renewed urgency, often wanting to close before year-end. Strong for all property types.
Lowest sales volume but lowest competing inventory. Serious buyers only — no tire-kickers. Good for unique properties or sellers comfortable with a longer days-on-market.
Craig Johnston is a 50-year Coquitlam resident and licensed REALTOR® at The MACNABS, Royal LePage Elite West. Top 1% Greater Vancouver. Talk through your specific situation — no pressure, no obligation.