Burke Mountain Townhomes
Craig Johnston · Top 2% Nationwide Team · Coquitlam

Burke Mountain Townhomes

Burke Mountain townhomes offer one of the best move-up opportunities in Coquitlam — newer construction, family-friendly layouts, strong community appeal, and a location that continues to attract buyers who want more space without jumping all the way to detached-home pricing.

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Why Burke Mountain townhomes stand out

Burke Mountain has become one of the strongest townhome markets in Coquitlam for buyers who want more space, better function, and a newer community feel. For many families, it is the sweet spot between condo living and detached-home costs.

Townhomes here appeal to buyers who want multiple bedrooms, practical family layouts, attached garages, outdoor space, and a neighbourhood that feels designed for everyday life — not just for the transaction.

The combination of newer homes, parks, trails, school access, and the long-term Burke Mountain growth story is a big reason so many move-up buyers keep coming back to this area first.

Why buyers start with Burke townhomes

More functional space More bedrooms, attached garages, storage, flex rooms, and layouts that work better for real family life.
Newer product Many Burke townhomes offer more modern layouts and finishings than older townhome stock in surrounding areas.
Family-oriented community Parks, trails, schools, and neighbourhood pride all matter when you are choosing where to live, not just what to buy.
Long-term confidence Many buyers see Burke as a community that still has room to improve, grow, and strengthen over time.
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
Sold-to-list ratio
99.1%
Tight bid-ask typical here
Active listings
~62
April 2026, detached + townhome
New construction share
~38%
Presale + 0–5 yr old
Source: REBGV monthly statistics, MLS® Burke Mountain filter, April 2026. Last refreshed May 6, 2026.
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Who Burke Mountain townhomes fit best

Burke Mountain townhomes are especially strong for condo owners who need more room, young families who want a better long-term fit, and buyers who want the benefits of a newer home without stepping all the way into detached-home pricing.

For many move-up buyers, a townhome on Burke Mountain is the smartest next step because it gives you better day-to-day living, stronger utility, and a community many families already trust.

Condo owners moving up You need more bedrooms, more privacy, a garage, and a home that works better for family life.
Families who want newer living You care about layout, function, and a community that feels newer, cleaner, and built for growth.
Buyers comparing Burke carefully You are weighing Burke against other Tri-Cities areas and want the trade-offs explained clearly before you commit.
Long-term planners You care about the home today, but also about neighbourhood direction, resale strength, and future convenience.

What Burke Mountain townhome buyers should actually compare

The best Burke townhome is not always the newest release or the nicest finish package. The smarter buy is usually the one with the best combination of layout, location within the community, future resale strength, and fit for how your family actually lives.

Layout over hype

Entry flow, bedroom separation, usable storage, garage function, and outdoor space usually matter more than a few cosmetic upgrades.

Location inside Burke matters

Street position, outlook, sun exposure, school convenience, park access, and proximity to future amenities can all change how a townhome feels and performs.

Resale still counts

Even if you plan to stay for years, the strongest move-up decisions usually balance lifestyle today with resale strength later.

Burke Mountain · 13 verified developments

Burke Mountain townhome developments — every verified community.

Every Burke Mountain townhome development on this grid has been verified against developer source materials. Active, coming soon, and sold-out included so you have the full landscape — not just what is being marketed today.

Polygon Homes

Selling Now

Partington Creek

148 townhomes

Polygon's flagship — 148 townhomes with the 8,000+ sq ft Creekside Club resort amenity. Terraced hillside with views over the Pitt River and Mount Baker.

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Polygon Homes

Selling Soon

Ridgewood

101 townhomes

101 family townhomes on the East side of Burke Mountain. South-facing Fraser Valley views. Walking distance to future Burke Mountain Village.

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Townline Homes

Selling Soon

Terrayne

159 townhomes

159 townhomes adjacent to the future Burke Mountain Village. Underground parking, 2,500 sq ft clubhouse amenity, outdoor social spaces.

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Tangerine Developments

Coming Soon

Culmena Living

107 townhomes

107 Scandinavian-inspired townhomes — pitched rooflines, cladded exteriors, modern mountain village aesthetic. Couple of blocks from future Burke Village.

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Streetside (Qualico)

Selling Now

Heartwood

81 townhomes

5-phase, 81-townhome project. 1,415–2,293 sq ft, 3-storey, some with rooftop decks. Walking distance to Harper Park, overlooking the Fraser Valley.

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Infinity Properties

Selling Now

Versant

66 townhomes

66 elevated townhomes on the lower East side of Burke Mountain. Private fenced front or raised rear yards. Walking distance to the Traboulay PoCo Trail.

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JPS Developments

Selling Now

Amber Gate

52 townhomes

52 family townhomes adjacent to Smiling Creek Park. Integrated on-site daycare with priority enrolment for owners. Each home has a rooftop deck, balcony, or private yard.

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Wesbild Holdings

Selling 2026

Towns at Burke

35 townhomes

35 three-bedroom townhomes positioned between Pinecone-Burke and Minnekhada Park. Surrounded by nature, trails, and protected green space.

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Townside Developments

Coming Soon

Atwood

31 townhomes

31 West Coast Modern townhomes coming to lower Burke Mountain. Timeless interiors underpinned by craftsmanship — luxurious yet people-centred.

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Woodbridge Homes

Selling Now

Baycrest West

24 townhomes

24 boutique townhomes at the base of Burke Mountain. Up to 2,083 sq ft. Fenced backyards and two-car garages.

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Annesley & Tessera

Selling Now

Queenston

23 townhomes

23 boutique 3-storey wood-frame townhomes in 4 buildings. Steps to Smiling Creek Elementary and Queenston Park.

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Mosaic Homes

Sold Out

Riley Park

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Sold-out Mosaic townhome community across from Riley Park and Ibex Café + Kitchen. South views, walking distance to future Burke Mountain Village.

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Multi-builder

Various

Smiling Creek

Mixed product mix

Multi-builder Burke Mountain district anchored by Smiling Creek Elementary. The catchment-anchor pocket of Burke Mountain.

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Craig Johnston on Burke Mountain
Craig Johnston on Burke Mountain

Why families work with Craig Johnston for Burke Mountain townhome moves

Burke Mountain knowledge matters more when it comes with calm guidance and a real strategy. Craig lives on Burke Mountain, understands the neighbourhood deeply, and helps families look beyond the listing photos to make a better long-term decision.

That means helping you compare townhome options properly, understand builder differences, think through street and layout trade-offs, and build a smart plan if you are selling and buying in the same move.

Burke Mountain local knowledge with real family perspective
Smart move-up strategy for selling and buying at the same time
Clear communication, structure, and strong negotiation
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Helpful Burke Mountain pages to explore next

These pages will help buyers compare Burke properly, understand the schools and future growth story, and make a stronger townhome decision.

Explore Burke Mountain Homes Read the Moving to Burke Guide Compare Burke Mountain Schools See the Burke Mountain Village Plan Compare Where to Buy in Coquitlam Learn Whether to Sell First or Buy First Get Your Home Value Before You Move

Thinking about buying or moving into a Burke Mountain townhome?

Whether you are searching now or just trying to understand your options, Craig can help you build the right plan around townhome inventory, builder differences, neighbourhood fit, and how your current home affects the move.

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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 sold-to-list 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 usually Hillcrest or Scott Creek. Secondary is Pinetree, Gleneagle, or Dr. Charles Best depending on street. French immersion via École des Pionniers (secondary) and Walton Elementary. 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

Craig Johnston

Licensed REALTOR® · Coquitlam & the Tri-Cities

I have spent the last 5+ years helping Coquitlam 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.

SpecialtyMove-up sellers & upsizers
CoverageCoquitlam, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam
Experience5+ years serving Coquitlam families
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Why people stay here

The lifestyle behind the numbers

Lifestyle companion
Hikes & Trails — Tri-Cities
Ten trails that shape weekly life here — Crunch, Buntzen, Diez Vistas, Pinecone Burke.
Lifestyle companion
Brewers Row
Port Moody brewery mile — seven breweries, one walkable kilometre.
Lifestyle companion
Belcarra Walks — Admiralty Point, Jug Island
The three classic Belcarra shoreline walks, mapped.

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.

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Frequently asked

Tri-Cities real estate — quick answers

The short, honest version. Every answer here is what I'd tell you on a call — no fluff, no generic listing-agent talk.

Is the Coquitlam real estate market strong right now?
The Tri-Cities has held premium better than most Metro Vancouver sub-markets through the 2023-2025 cycle. Entering 2026, the story is: tight supply in detached across Burke Mountain, Heritage Mountain, and Westwood Plateau; closer to balanced in townhomes and condos.
Who's the best realtor in Coquitlam?
Every realtor answers this question the same way. The better question is: who's the best realtor for this specific search — move-up, first-time, Burke Mountain, Heritage Mountain, estate property, presale condo, relocation. The right answer is the one who can describe this neighbourhood without opening the listing.
What schools are in this area?
SD43 (Coquitlam School District) runs every public school in Coquitlam, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, Anmore, and Belcarra. Catchments are specific and assignments change — always pull the catchment before writing an offer. SD43 catchment lookup.
How's the commute from here?
Evergreen Line of the Millennium SkyTrain links Coquitlam Central, Lincoln, Burquitlam, Moody Centre, and Inlet Centre — Coquitlam Central to Burrard is ~35 minutes. West Coast Express runs commuter-hours only and is ~35 minutes to Waterfront. Driving to downtown Vancouver is 35-60 minutes depending on time and route.
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Pick your lane

Buying or selling in Coquitlam? Start where it hurts least.

Most people lose money because they read generic advice and act on it. The pages below are the opposite — Coquitlam-specific, opinionated, and built from real transactions. Pick the lane that fits the move you're actually making.

If you're buying
If you're selling
Still deciding

No hedging. No "it depends." If a page above contradicts what another agent told you, ask them to cite their source — every number on this site is checkable.

Deeper reads

More in this series

The resources below go deeper on the same topic. If you’re piecing together a full picture, these are the next logical reads.

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
Health
Schools
Parks & Outdoors
Real Estate Authorities
Local Lifestyle

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.

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The $40,000 most Tri-Cities move-up families leave on the table — capital gains, principal residence exemption, and PTT timing. No sales pitch. Just the math, the dates, and the traps I see Monday-to-Friday.

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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
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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.

Craig Johnston, REALTOR® — Top 2% Nationwide Team, 44+ years Tri-Cities experience
Craig Johnston · REALTOR® · Coquitlam
Top 2% Nationwide Team 44+ Years Tri-Cities Burke Mountain Resident Move-up Specialist
Who this is for

Three kinds of people get the most out of this page.

Move-up buyers eyeing Burke

You've outgrown your current place and Burke is on the shortlist. You want the trails, the schools, the newer build quality — but you need someone who actually lives here to tell you which streets hold value, which developers overbuilt, and where your ceiling really is.

Sellers on Burke right now

Your Burke home is your biggest asset. You don't want it listed with someone who drives in from Vancouver for open houses. You want the neighbour who sold the house down the street and can price yours against six recent comps he walked through personally.

Vancouver / Tri-Cities transplants

You're coming over the Ironworkers or up from Port Moody. Burke looks right on paper. You want the unfiltered breakdown — commute truth, trail proximity truth, school truth — before you commit to a 30-year mortgage.

Craig Johnston, Coquitlam REALTOR®
Craig's take
"Burke Mountain is the only Coquitlam neighbourhood where buyers consistently overpay for the wrong street. The cul-de-sacs off David Avenue still command premiums the grid streets don't — know which ones before you write."
— Craig Johnston, REALTOR®
The five-step protocol

Every Craig file runs on the same five steps. No exceptions, no improvisation.

Whether you're a first-time buyer at $850K or a luxury seller at $4.2M, the sequence is identical. The scale changes. The discipline doesn't.

01
Frame the file

Your numbers, your timeline, your non-negotiables, your trade-offs — written down before we pick any houses or pick any comps.

02
Run the market

Current supply, current absorption, current days-on-market, current buyer pool — per neighbourhood, per property type, not 'Metro Vancouver' averages.

03
Lock the strategy

Target neighbourhoods, target price band, target timeline, target offer structure. Written. Agreed.

04
Execute on offer / list

Whether buying or selling, the offer / listing is engineered — structure, contingencies, comps, pricing logic — not improvised.

05
Close + follow-through

Conditions, completion, possession, and the six-month check-in. Most agents stop at keys. Craig doesn't.

Ready to talk?

Twenty minutes with Craig is worth a week of internet research.

No pitch, no pressure. Just your numbers, your options, and the next move that's actually right for you.

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Answers Craig gives

The three questions people ask Craig most on this topic.

Is Burke Mountain still worth it in 2026?

Yes — but only if you buy the right street. The top cul-de-sacs (Highland Drive area, select David Avenue offshoots) still show strong resale velocity. The flatter grid streets at the lower elevation are flatter in appreciation too. Craig ranks the streets by 3-year resale data before any showing.

How much has Burke Mountain appreciated?

Burke Mountain detached homes have appreciated roughly 28–34% on average since 2021, but the range is wide — top-quartile streets are closer to 40%, bottom-quartile are closer to 18%. Craig runs the specific comp set for your target street.

Should I buy Burke or Heritage Mountain?

If you prioritize newer build + trail access + specific schools (Leigh, Smiling Creek, Coquitlam River) → Burke. If you prioritize bigger lots, established trees, quieter turnover → Heritage. Craig runs the head-to-head in the strategy call.

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Craig Johnston, licensed REALTOR® — Coquitlam, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam specialist
Work with Craig

Every Coquitlam move runs on the same five-step protocol.

Born in the Tri-Cities. Lived on Burke Mountain for 9+ years. Top 2% Nationwide Team. Craig runs every file — move-up, first-time, seller, investor — through the same repeatable playbook so nothing gets improvised at your expense. Start with the 20-minute fit call or the equity map. No pitch, no pressure, just your numbers and your options.

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