# Burke Mountain Map and Area Guide for Families > Burke Mountain is not one neighbourhood. It is a collection of communities, routines, parks, school considerations, and future growth areas that can feel… **Source:** https://soldbycraig.ca/burke-mountain-map-guide/ **Author:** Craig Johnston, REALTOR® (BC Licence V99960) · The MACNABS · Royal LePage Elite West **Site:** https://soldbycraig.ca --- Burke Mountain Map Guide | Coquitlam Real Estate Expert ## Burke Mountain Map and Area Guide for Families Who Want to Know Where to Buy and Why Burke Mountain is not one neighbourhood. It is a collection of communities, routines, parks, school considerations, and future growth areas that can feel very different depending on where you focus. This guide helps you understand how Burke Mountain lays out, where families usually start, which areas tend to fit different goals best, and what to review next before you commit to the wrong home or the wrong part of the neighbourhood. [Explore the Burke Mountain Homes Guide](/burke-mountain-homes/) [Build Your Burke Mountain Plan With Craig](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Start With the Area Breakdown](#burke-map-orientation) 1% Ranked Top 1% Team Member — Greater Vancouver REALTORS® 2% Nationwide Top 2% Team Member — Royal LePage nationwide 44 Local Lived in the Tri-Cities 47+ years ★ Team The MACNABS Quick Answer What should you know about Burke Mountain Map Guide? Burke Mountain is not one neighbourhood. It is a collection of communities, routines, parks, school considerations, and future growth areas that can feel… **Craig Johnston, Top 1% Team Member — Greater Vancouver REALTORS®** and 47+ year Tri-Cities resident, can walk you through the local context. Free Strategy Call ends with a written one-page plan in 24 hours. Also read [Brewers Row — Port Moody](/brewers-row-port-moody/) [Hikes & Trails](/hikes-and-trails-coquitlam-tri-cities/) [Belcarra walks](/belcarra-walks-guide/) [Book a Strategy Call with Craig](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) **Burke Mountain Resident** Real local context beyond listings **Move-Up Specialist** Built for families making bigger moves **Area Strategy** Helps you narrow where to focus **Full Burke Guide Network** Schools, Village, parks, townhomes, and comparisons Best for Townhome Upsizers Best for Detached Buyers Best for School Planning Best for Long-Term Positioning Why this page matters ## A good Burke Mountain map guide should help you picture daily life, not just street names Most buyers do not need a technical map. They need a practical way to understand how Burke Mountain feels, where the strongest townhome communities sit, where future convenience matters more, how schools and parks shape the week, and which parts of the neighbourhood are likely to fit their stage of life best. That is what this page is built to do. It helps you think spatially, strategically, and practically before you narrow homes too aggressively or rule out the wrong area for the wrong reasons. The goal is not just to browse homes. It is to understand which part of Burke Mountain actually gives your family the right mix of livability, convenience, growth potential, and confidence in the move. [Go to the Main Burke Mountain Homes Page](/burke-mountain-homes/) [Compare Burke With Other Coquitlam Areas](/where-to-buy-in-coquitlam/) [See the Moving to Burke Mountain Guide](/moving-to-burke-mountain/) Live Numbers ## Burke Mountain market snapshot — Q2 2026 Burke Mountain runs its own cycle — heavy new construction weight, faster turnover on presales, and a price band that sits above broader Coquitlam averages. Here is what to actually expect. Median detached sold $1.74M Q2 2026 Burke Mountain blend Median townhome sold $1.09M Q2 2026 Burke Mountain blend Avg DOM (detached) 34 days Faster than Coquitlam average Percentage of original price 99.1% Tight bid-ask typical here Active listings ~62 June 2026, detached + townhome New construction share ~38% Presale + 0–5 yr old Source: REBGV monthly statistics, MLS® Burke Mountain filter, June 2026. Last refreshed July 3, 2026. ![Burke Mountain aerial view in Coquitlam](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/dji_fly_20221125_160704_786_1669421249211_photo-scaled.jpg) ![Burke Mountain parks and trails lifestyle](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Two-hikers-on-trail-1024x682-1.jpeg) ![Craig Johnston local Burke Mountain guidance](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/DSC1119-1-scaled.jpg) Burke Mountain map orientation ## How to understand Burke Mountain quickly Most buyers feel overwhelmed until they simplify Burke Mountain into four practical zones. Once you see it this way, everything gets easier. You stop treating Burke like one label and start seeing which part of the neighbourhood actually fits your goals. **Townhome Zone** Kentwell, Colborne Lane, and Ballantree. Best for move-up buyers who want stronger layouts, attached garages, and polished community feel. **Village Zone** Future convenience, walkability, and long-term upside. Important for buyers thinking beyond today. **Family Routine Zone** Schools, parks, trails, and how day-to-day life actually works once you live here. **Detached Zone** Long-term family space, livability, and comparison with Westwood Plateau and Heritage Mountain. Where most buyers should start ## Where should you focus first based on your goals? **If you want better townhome living** Start with Kentwell, Colborne Lane, and Ballantree. These are strong options for buyers who want more space, better function, and stronger move-up value. [Compare Burke Mountain townhome communities](/kentwell-townhomes/) **If you are thinking long-term value** Focus on Burke Mountain Village positioning. Buyers who understand this part of the story often make better long-term decisions. [Understand Burke Mountain Village positioning](/burke-mountain-village/) **If you have kids or school planning matters** Start with schools and parks before you start narrowing homes. This usually saves families from making short-sighted decisions. [Review the Burke Mountain schools guide](/burke-mountain-schools-guide/) **If you are buying detached** Compare Burke against Westwood Plateau and Heritage Mountain before you go too deep. Detached buyers need neighbourhood context more than most. [Compare detached neighbourhood options properly](/where-to-buy-in-coquitlam/) Common Burke Mountain mistakes ## What buyers often get wrong when they do not understand the area properly **Focusing too much on photos** Two homes can look similar online and still feel very different in layout, light, street feel, parking, and day-to-day livability. **Ignoring community fit** Buyers sometimes choose a home without thinking hard enough about whether the part of Burke Mountain actually fits their stage of life. **Underestimating school and routine impact** The right home can still feel wrong if school planning, park access, or daily routines become frustrating after the move. **Comparing only on price** The best value is rarely just the cheapest home. It is the one that gives you the best mix of livability, fit, and long-term appeal. A better way to use this guide ## The smartest Burke Mountain search usually starts with narrowing the right zone first Most buyers do better when they decide in this order: neighbourhood fit, school and routine fit, housing type, then specific listings. That sequence helps you avoid wasting time on homes that look good online but do not line up with how you actually want to live. That is especially true on Burke Mountain, where village positioning, trail access, school planning, slope, street feel, and builder or community differences can make two similar-looking options feel completely different once you are there. **A sharper Burke buying order** **1.** Choose your Burke zone first **2.** Match it to family routine and school planning **3.** Compare townhome vs detached fit honestly **4.** Only then narrow exact listings **Guides move-up families** Especially valuable when selling and buying are connected **Explains trade-offs clearly** So buyers do not make rushed location decisions **Builds structured plans** Calm, practical guidance from start to finish Why families use Craig for Burke Mountain decisions ## Understanding Burke Mountain properly matters more when your move is big Understanding Burke Mountain is not about memorizing streets. It is about knowing how different areas actually feel once you live there, which parts fit different family goals, and how to avoid making an expensive decision based on incomplete context. - Craig lives on Burke Mountain and understands the neighbourhood in real day-to-day terms - He helps families move up, not just buy homes - He explains trade-offs clearly so buyers feel confident faster - He creates calm, structured plans that reduce stress and improve decision-making [See Why Families Trust Craig Johnston](/coquitlam-realtor-craig-johnston/) [Talk Through Your Burke Mountain Move](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) Communities worth exploring next ## These Burke Mountain communities are often where buyers narrow their search ### Kentwell Modern layouts, strong family appeal, attached garages, and one of Burke Mountain’s best-known move-up townhome communities. [Explore Kentwell townhomes](/kentwell-townhomes/) ### Colborne Lane A duplex-style townhome option worth close attention from buyers who care about layout, feel, and community positioning. [Explore Colborne Lane](/colborne-lane/) ### Ballantree A newer Burke Mountain community buyers should compare closely, especially when Village proximity and layout flexibility matter. [Explore Ballantree](/ballantre/) Three Burke Mountain pages worth checking next ## These pages help turn area awareness into smarter decision-making ### Schools Guide Important for parents planning beyond the home itself and thinking about long-term family fit. [Explore the Burke Mountain schools guide](/burke-mountain-schools-guide/) ### Parks and Trails Useful for buyers trying to understand how Burke Mountain feels beyond the property itself. [See Burke Mountain parks and trails](/burke-mountain-parks-trails/) ### Burke Mountain Village Critical for buyers thinking strategically about future convenience, walkability, and the neighbourhood’s long-term identity. [Understand Burke Mountain Village](/burke-mountain-village/) ## How I actually work with you A five-step process built around clarity, strategy, and no-surprise execution — whether you're buying your first home or selling a property you've owned for twenty years. 1. 01 ### Evaluate — where you actually stand We start with a real conversation about your goals, timeline, and numbers. I'll pull current comps, assess your buying power or home's true market value, and tell you exactly what the data says — not what you want to hear. 2. 02 ### Strategize — a plan built for your situation I build a written strategy around your priorities: target neighbourhoods, pricing strategy, timeline, financing structure, and the trade-offs at each decision point. Every recommendation comes with a reason. 3. 03 ### Prepare — listings, offers, and due diligence For sellers: pre-list prep, staging direction, pro photography, and a pricing framework that draws interest without leaving money on the table. For buyers: offer structure, subject clauses, and the due-diligence checklist for every property that matters. 4. 04 ### Negotiate — protecting your position This is where experience pays for itself. I negotiate price, terms, subjects, deposit, completion dates, and the small details that don't show up in listings but decide whether a deal closes well or falls apart. 5. 05 ### Close — and stay with you after From subject removal through completion and possession, I coordinate with lawyers, lenders, inspectors, and trades so nothing drops. After closing, I stay in your corner for everything from tax-assessment appeals to the next move. [Book a Strategy Call →](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) Frequently asked questions ## FAQ: Burke Mountain map and area guide ### What is the fastest way to understand Burke Mountain as a buyer? Break the neighbourhood into practical zones first: townhome communities, Village positioning, school-and-routine fit, and detached-home areas. That makes the search far easier to manage. ### Should I compare Burke Mountain with Westwood Plateau or Heritage Mountain before I buy? Yes. Detached buyers especially benefit from comparing neighbourhood fit, not just home specs. The right answer depends on your family routine, preferred housing style, and long-term priorities. ### Why does Village positioning matter on Burke Mountain? Buyers thinking long term often care about future convenience, walkability, and how the neighbourhood evolves. Village positioning helps frame that bigger picture. ### What is the biggest mistake Burke Mountain buyers make? Many buyers narrow specific listings too quickly before they understand which part of Burke Mountain actually fits their life. That usually leads to wasted time and weaker decisions. Build your Burke Mountain plan ## The smartest Burke Mountain move usually starts before you tour homes Most buyers waste time looking in the wrong part of Burke Mountain, comparing the wrong homes, or moving before they understand what actually fits. A better plan makes every next step easier. [Get Your Home Value Before You Compare Burke Options](/home-evaluation/) [Talk Through Which Part of Burke Mountain Fits Best](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Go Back to the Main Burke Mountain Homes Guide](/burke-mountain-homes/) [Home Value](/home-evaluation/) [Book a Strategy Call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) Keep exploring ## Related Coquitlam resources Keep moving through the guide network. These pages connect directly to the decision you are working on. [Best REALTOR® in CoquitlamHow to pick the right agent for a move-up sale and purchase.](/best-realtor-in-coquitlam/) [Westwood Plateau Real EstateEstablished, view-heavy, family-focused — the full neighbourhood guide.](/westwood-plateau-real-estate/) [Heritage Mountain HomesPort Moody's premier family neighbourhood — see what sets it apart.](/heritage-mountain-homes/) Questions We Get Most ## More questions — what buyers and sellers actually ask These are the long-tail questions that come up in consultations. If yours isn't here, send it over — I'll answer directly. Is Burke Mountain a good place to buy in 2026? + Burke Mountain remains one of the strongest family-home submarkets in Coquitlam. Inventory is moderate (~62 active), prices sit around **$1.74M median detached** and **$1.09M median townhome**, and percentage of original price is 99%+, which signals a balanced-to-seller's market. The risk: heavy new-construction weight means price softening if the 2027–2028 completion wave oversupplies at once. Buy with that in mind — negotiate on resale rather than presale unless the deal is exceptional. How much is a detached home on Burke Mountain? + Median detached sold on Burke Mountain in Q2 2026 was **$1.74M**. Entry-level 3-bed resale starts around $1.45M; newer custom 4,000+ sqft homes on prime streets reach $2.2M–$2.6M. View lots and ravine-backing properties command a 5–12% premium. Burke Mountain vs Westwood Plateau — which is the better buy? + Different markets, different buyers. **Burke Mountain** is newer (most homes <15 years), walkable to elementary schools, and trades at a lower median ($1.74M vs $1.95M on Westwood Plateau). **Westwood Plateau** has the golf-course premium, larger lots, and mature landscaping but older inventory. For young families, Burke Mountain often wins. For the executive $2M+ tier, Westwood Plateau wins. What schools are Burke Mountain homes assigned to? + Primary elementary catchments are **Smiling Creek, Leigh, and Hazel Trembath**. Middle school is currently Minnekhada or École Kwayhquitlum (some upper streets feed Maple Creek). Secondary is currently Terry Fox — with parts of the western edge going to Gleneagle. SD43's new Burke Mountain Middle/Secondary on David Ave is scheduled to open Fall 2026–2027. SD43 French Immersion entry is Walton Elementary (Coquitlam) and other district FI sites. Francophone-stream families use SD93's École des Pionniers-de-Maillardville in Port Coquitlam — that's French-first-language, not immersion. Catchments change — always confirm with SD43 before removing subjects. Are Burke Mountain townhomes a good investment? + Burke Mountain townhomes outperformed both broader Coquitlam townhomes and most other submarkets 2021–2024 (~7–8% annual appreciation). Rental demand is strong from school-driven families. Cap rates today are slim (**~3–3.5%**) because prices have outpaced rent growth. Better as owner-occupied + long-term hold than pure cash-flow investment. Who is the best realtor for Burke Mountain specifically? + There are 4–5 agents doing meaningful volume on Burke Mountain — some with longer tenure, some with higher transaction volume. I focus on Burke Mountain + Westwood Plateau + Anmore/Belcarra luxury, which is useful if you want one agent for a Burke Mountain sale AND next-home in a higher price tier. Interview 2–3 before picking — it's a big decision. The Difference ## Why work with Craig on Burke Mountain specifically 01 Street-by-street, not area-by-area Partington Creek, Smiling Creek, Burke Village Promenade, Coast Meridian north — each has its own price band, setback pattern, and view-value equation. I know which streets hold value in a softer market and which trade at a discount for a reason. 02 Presale and assignment experience About 38% of Burke Mountain activity is new construction — presales, assignments, and just-completed. The contracts are different from resale. I've closed both sides of assignments here and know the disclosure statements by section. 03 Builder and developer relationships Polygon, Morningstar, Mosaic, Boffo — I have direct lines to site reps on active and upcoming Burke Mountain projects, which means earlier notice on releases and a better seat at negotiation. About Craig ![Craig Johnston, Coquitlam REALTOR](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/craig-serious-300x300.jpg) Craig Johnston Licensed REALTOR® · Coquitlam & the Tri-Cities I have spent the last 47+ years living in Coquitlam, 9+ years on Burke Mountain, helping move-up buyers and sellers get from where they are to where they want to be — without the panic of owning two homes at once or selling under value. I work the Tri-Cities every day: Burke Mountain, Westwood Plateau, Heritage Mountain, and the rest of Coquitlam’s move-up neighbourhoods. If you want a straight read on your timing, pricing, or move-up strategy, the fastest next step is a short call. **Specialty**Move-up sellers & upsizers **Coverage**Coquitlam, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam **Experience**47+ years living in Coquitlam, 9+ years on Burke Mountain, serving families [Book a Strategy Call with Craig →](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) Questions? I'm real local help. [Talk to Craig](https://soldbycraig.ca/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) Authority Sources & Local Resources ## Verify everything — the sources behind this page Burke Mountain specifics cross-checked against the authorities that actually run this stretch of Coquitlam — City Hall for bylaws and trails, SD43 for catchments, BC Parks for Pinecone Burke, and the regulators for property and strata data. Verify everything. Municipal & Transit - [City of Coquitlam — municipal services, bylaws, permits ↗](https://www.coquitlam.ca/) - [City of Coquitlam — parks, recreation & culture ↗](https://www.coquitlam.ca/805/Parks-Recreation-Culture) - [TransLink — SkyTrain, West Coast Express, bus schedules ↗](https://www.translink.ca/) Health - [Fraser Health — regional health authority ↗](https://www.fraserhealth.ca/) - [Eagle Ridge Hospital — Port Moody ↗](https://www.fraserhealth.ca/Service-Directory/Locations/Tri-Cities/eagle-ridge-hospital) Schools - [SD43 — Coquitlam School District ↗](https://www.sd43.bc.ca/) - [SD43 — catchment lookup ↗](https://www.sd43.bc.ca/Schools/Pages/default.aspx) - [Fraser Institute — BC school report cards ↗](https://www.fraserinstitute.org/school-performance) Parks & Outdoors - [Pinecone Burke Provincial Park ↗](https://bcparks.ca/pinecone-burke-park/) - [Coquitlam Crunch — City of Coquitlam trail ↗](https://www.coquitlam.ca/1129/Coquitlam-Crunch) - [BC Parks — provincial park system ↗](https://bcparks.ca/) Real Estate Authorities - [Greater Vancouver REALTORS® — monthly market reports ↗](https://www.gvrealtors.ca/market-watch/monthly-market-report.html) - [BC Assessment — property values & search ↗](https://www.bcassessment.ca/) - [BC Financial Services Authority — real estate regulator ↗](https://www.bcfsa.ca/) Local Lifestyle - [Coquitlam Centre — regional shopping ↗](https://coquitlamcentre.com/) External links open in a new tab. I'm not affiliated with these organizations — they are cited as independent authorities. Any time a number on this page differs from the authority, the authority wins. ★Top 1% Team Member — Greater Vancouver REALTORS® ![Medallion Club Member — Greater Vancouver REALTORS®](/assets/medallion-club-badge-60.png)Medallion Club Team Member President’s Club Team Member 47+ Years in the Tri-Cities ## What Coquitlam clients actually say after working with Craig Real reviews pulled from Google. No paid placements. No curated-only-positives. Every client below closed with Craig — most sold over asking, several within a week. ★★★★★ “Craig sold my property in just 6 days. After receiving one offer, he quickly reconnected with all the other REALTORS® who had viewed the property, and before I knew it, we had multiple offers — all over asking price. Craig didn’t stop there; he negotiated even better terms for me.” Heather Fox Sold with Craig · Over asking, 6 days ★★★★★ “We worked with Craig on three real estate transactions. In all cases he was extremely professional and efficient. In the case of the two sales, both houses were sold for over asking and within the one week of going on market. Craig analyzed the market accurately and advised on a selling price that was fair and saleable.” Ann English 3 transactions · 2 sold over asking in a week ★★★★★ “Craig recently sold my townhouse in West Vancouver in less than 6 days for over asking price. Craig is one of the most prolific and highly motivated REALTORS® I have seen in the Realty business, and I have extensive experience buying and selling properties of all sorts.” Riverplate Equities West Vancouver townhouse · Over asking, 6 days ★★★★★ “We consider ourselves lucky to be able to work with Craig over the last 5 years, over multiple transactions. He is a professional who is guided by integrity, honesty, and punctuality. Craig is a seasoned and well-informed realtor who will be a great asset on any real estate journey.” Jaeyoung Joo Google Local Guide · 5 years, multiple transactions ★★★★★ “As first-time home buyers, we had a myriad of concerns. Craig immediately put us at ease by taking the time to address each of our questions thoroughly and patiently. At no point did I feel pressured or rushed into making a decision. Instead, Craig empowered us with all the facts and options.” Jeff Kwok First-time buyers ★★★★★ “One of the most dedicated and professional REALTORS® I’ve encountered. No matter the value of the property, Craig puts great care into preparing high-quality marketing content. With his in-depth knowledge of the Coquitlam area, I highly recommend Craig to anyone looking to buy or sell.” Allan Liang Coquitlam specialist ★★★★★ “His creativity, top-notch communication skills, and a solid plan were instrumental in selling high and buying low. His foresight in negotiation skills, predicting outcomes before they happened, truly set him apart. A remarkable professional who exceeded expectations.” Matdori Google Local Guide · Sold high, bought low ★★★★★ “Craig absolutely delivered on his promise of selling my condo, exceeding my expectations. A++ communications and he kept me informed and educated every single step of the way. Rock solid performance and a very quick above asking sale, I am beyond grateful.” Rich & Andrew Condo sold over asking ★★★★★ “We were referred to Craig by a friend and knew from day one we were in great hands. The marketing was outstanding — we received seven offers, and Craig held firm on our priorities. When we re-listed in January, it sold in three days at the price we wanted, and he went on to find us an off-market buy in Vernon.” Jim Turnbull 7 offers · Sold at target price · Off-market buy in Vernon [Read the Google reviews →](https://www.google.com/search?q=craig+johnston+macnabs+coquitlam+reviews) Talk to Craig directly [604-202-6092](tel:+16042026092) [Craig@SoldByCraig.ca](mailto:Craig@SoldByCraig.ca) · Coquitlam, BC [Start with a free Equity Map](/home-evaluation/) [Book a Strategy Call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) More on Burke Mountain ## Keep Digging Craig writes the Tri-Cities coverage most REALTORS® won't. Every page below is built on the same ground-truth data and the same negotiation playbook Craig uses for every client. [**Burke Mountain hub** →](/burke-mountain-homes/) [Burke Mountain homes (hub)](/burke-mountain-homes/) [Burke Mountain homes for sale](/burke-mountain-homes-for-sale/) [Burke Mountain detached homes](/burke-mountain-detached-homes/) [Burke Mountain townhomes](/burke-mountain-townhomes/) [Burke Mountain Village](/burke-mountain-village/) [Burke Mountain pros & cons](/burke-mountain-pros-and-cons/) [Burke Mountain parks & trails](/burke-mountain-parks-trails/) [Burke Mountain schools guide](/burke-mountain-schools-guide/) [Queenston (Annesley & Tessera)](/queenston-burke-mountain/) In this topic cluster · neighbourhoods & schools Keep reading in the neighbourhoods & schools cluster - [Coquitlam vs. Burnaby](https://soldbycraig.ca/coquitlam-vs-burnaby/) - [Scott Creek Middle](https://soldbycraig.ca/scott-creek-middle-catchment-homes/) - [Burke Mountain parks & trails](https://soldbycraig.ca/burke-mountain-parks-trails/) Or see the full library at [the neighbourhoods & schools section of the resource hub](https://soldbycraig.ca/coquitlam-real-estate-resource-hub/#neighbourhoods). [Book a Strategy Call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Home Eval](/home-evaluation/) More Tri-Cities guides ### Explore the neighbourhoods connected to this page - [→ Burke Mountain estate homes](/burke-mountain-estate-homes/) - [→ Maillardville (Coquitlam) guide](/maillardville-coquitlam-guide/) - [→ Eagle Ridge (Coquitlam) guide](/eagle-ridge-coquitlam-deep-dive/) - [→ Ranch Park (Coquitlam) guide](/ranch-park-coquitlam-guide/) - [→ Anmore estate homes & acreage](/anmore-estate-homes-acreage-guide/) - [→ Westwood Plateau luxury homes](/westwood-plateau-luxury-homes/) Schools that serve Burke Mountain ## Schools that serve Burke Mountain. Burke Mountain feeds Smiling Creek and Coast Salish at the elementary level, Summit and Scott Creek at the middle level, and Gleneagle or Pinetree at the secondary level depending on the catchment edge. Confirm any specific address with the SD43 locator before relying on it. Verify your exact address Look up any Burke Mountain address in SD43’s official school locator. Type an address → see the specific neighbourhood catchment schools. This is the authoritative source. [Open SD43 school locator](http://mybaragar.com/index.cfm?event=page.SchoolLocatorPublic&DistrictCode=bc43) [or read SD43 catchment info →](https://www.sd43.bc.ca/Schools/Registration/Pages/default.aspx) [Elementary Grades K–5 ### Smiling Creek Elementary Burke Mountain anchor — fine arts + digital + physical literacy focus. View school →](/smiling-creek-elementary-catchment-homes/) [Elementary Grades K–5 ### Coast Salish Elementary SD43's newest school (opened 2023) — Clean Energy Champion designated. View school →](/coast-salish-elementary-catchment-homes/) [Elementary Grades K–5 ### Leigh Elementary Lower Burke Mountain K-5 (~500 students). View school →](/leigh-elementary-catchment-homes/) [Middle Grades 6–8 ### Summit Middle Upper Westwood Plateau / Burke middle — strong band + leadership. View school →](/summit-middle-catchment-homes/) [Middle Grades 6–8 ### Scott Creek Middle PADS-accredited wellness facility dog on staff. View school →](/scott-creek-middle-catchment-homes/) [Secondary Grades 9–12 ### Pinetree Secondary SD43's flagship Honours & AP secondary. View school →](/pinetree-secondary-catchment-homes/) Interested in these schools? Explore homes for sale in the Burke Mountain area. [Search Burke Mountain homes →](/burke-mountain-homes-for-sale/) [Free home evaluation](/home-evaluation/) School information is a starting reference. Catchments are assigned by SD43 based on your specific home address and can change between review cycles. **Always verify the definitive catchment for any specific home via the [SD43 school locator](http://mybaragar.com/index.cfm?event=page.SchoolLocatorPublic&DistrictCode=bc43) before writing an offer.** [Full Burke Mountain schools hub →](/coquitlam-schools/#burke-mountain) Continue your research ## More on Burke Mountain — built by a Tri-Cities specialist. [Master guide ### Burke Mountain — the complete guide Schools, builders, lifestyle, the 9+ year resident's read.](/burke-mountain-homes/) [Price bands ### What $1.4M / $1.7M / $2M / $2.5M buys June 2026 GVR data + the honest tier-by-tier read.](/burke-mountain-price-bands-2026/) [Lifestyle ### Living on Burke Mountain Nine years up here — schools, commute, weather, the daily rhythm.](/living-in-burke-mountain/) [New builds ### Burke Mountain new construction 2026 Polygon, Wesbild, Foxridge — active 2026 inventory.](/burke-mountain-new-construction-2026/) Tri-Cities monthly ## Get the honest Tri-Cities market read, monthly. June 2026 Coquitlam detached HPI is $1,649,000, -4.8% YoY. What that means for your buy or sell decision — without the salesy fluff. One email per month. Unsubscribe anytime. No spam, no listings flood, no marketing automation games. Genuine monthly update from a 47+ year Tri-Cities resident. Related read ### [Partington Creek, Burke Mountain →](/partington-creek-burke-mountain/) A deeper look at Partington Creek — written from a Burke Mountain resident's perspective. Related read ### [Smiling Creek, Burke Mountain →](/smiling-creek-burke-mountain/) A deeper look at Smiling Creek — written from a Burke Mountain resident's perspective. Best REALTOR® by area ## A specialist for your specific Tri-Cities city or neighbourhood. [Coquitlam](/best-realtor-in-coquitlam/) [Burke Mountain](/best-realtor-in-burke-mountain/) [Westwood Plateau](/best-realtor-in-westwood-plateau/) [Heritage Mountain](/best-realtor-in-heritage-mountain/) [Port Moody](/best-realtor-in-port-moody/) [Port Coquitlam](/best-realtor-in-port-coquitlam/) [Anmore](/best-realtor-in-anmore/) [Belcarra](/best-realtor-in-belcarra/) [Or compare all Tri-Cities specialists →](/best-local-realtor-tri-cities/)