# Burquitlam Investment Properties > Burquitlam has quietly become one of the most interesting investment corners of the Tri-Cities — a SkyTrain-connected neighbourhood with new supply, real… **Source:** https://soldbycraig.ca/burquitlam-investment/ **Author:** Craig Johnston, REALTOR® (BC Licence V99960) · The MACNABS · Royal LePage Elite West **Site:** https://soldbycraig.ca --- Coquitlam Investor Guide | Tri-Cities Real Estate ## Burquitlam Investment Real Estate Burquitlam has quietly become one of the most interesting investment corners of the Tri-Cities — a SkyTrain-connected neighbourhood with new supply, real rental demand, and a ten-year rezoning story still running. This is the plain-English version of what is actually happening there and how to buy into it without overpaying. [Book a Strategy Call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Coquitlam Market Guide](/coquitlam-real-estate-guide/) ## Why Burquitlam shows up on investor shortlists Burquitlam sits at the west edge of Coquitlam, anchored by the Burquitlam SkyTrain station and the Lougheed corridor. Over the last several years it has transitioned from an older, low-density pocket into a mid-rise neighbourhood with steady new supply, new amenity, and a tenant base that is not going anywhere — students, hospital staff, young professionals, and families priced out of Vancouver core. For Tri-Cities investors, Burquitlam offers something Burke Mountain and Westwood Plateau rarely do: entry points under $700K with real rental liquidity. That combination — entry price, rent demand, transit — is what makes it show up on serious investor shortlists. **Transit leverage:** Burquitlam Station puts tenants at SFU, Metrotown, downtown Vancouver, and all of Coquitlam within one train line. **Supply still coming:** Several towers are in phased delivery windows over the next 24–36 months, which matters for timing your entry or exit. ![Craig Johnston, Coquitlam REALTOR, Burquitlam investment specialist](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/craig-johnston-coquitlam-realtor.jpg) ## What works as an investment in Burquitlam ### 1. Newer one- and two-bedroom condos near the station The units closest to Burquitlam Station with a full amenity building and a strata that manages rentals cleanly are the most liquid segment. Rent demand is stable and resale is predictable. ### 2. Two-bedroom and den layouts Two-bed/two-bath with a flexible den rents faster and commands more rent than either a one-bed or a three-bed in the same building. It is the sweet spot for roommate and young family demand. ### 3. Legal-suite detached on large lots Older single-family lots with legal suites and lane access can still hit strong cap rates, especially if the lot falls inside a future rezoning boundary. ### 4. Purpose-built rental pre-sales Some of the newer developments are built rental-first. These are worth understanding even if you do not buy pre-sale — they set the rent benchmarks that your resale condo has to compete with. ### 5. Townhomes for medium-term holds Townhomes here perform better as a 5–10 year hold than as a yield play. Families pay for three bedrooms and outdoor space but yield compresses compared with smaller units. ## What usually does not work ### 1. Old walk-ups with high special-assessment risk Older wood-frame buildings with aging envelopes can look cheap on paper but deliver surprise bills that wipe out multiple years of cash flow. ### 2. Ground-floor patio units facing busy roads These are harder to rent, discount at resale, and rarely make up the difference on cap rate. ### 3. Three-bedroom condos above $1.1M Yield compresses fast at this price and the tenant pool gets thin. Families at that price usually want a townhome or Port Moody. ### 4. Anything with a rental restriction or short-term-rental complexity BC rules on short-term rentals shifted in 2024. If the strata bylaws or the building operator have restrictions, the numbers have to be checked again from scratch. ### 5. Pre-sales bought on emotion, not math Deposit schedules and completion risk matter. If the numbers only work if rents climb 15%, it is not an investment — it is a bet. ![Craig Johnston in a full suit — Coquitlam investment advisor](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/F883FFAD-16AB-439A-8921-3FD6B1489036_1_105_c.jpeg) ![Aerial view of Lafarge Lake near Coquitlam Centre, close to Burquitlam](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2025-03-10-at-5.40.10-PM-1-scaled.png) ## The investor questions that actually matter Every good Burquitlam investment decision answers six questions: what does this unit rent for today, what does it rent for in 24 months, what is the realistic hold cost after strata and taxes, what is the expected appreciation given the pipeline of new supply, what is the exit liquidity, and what is the downside if rates move another 100 bps. You want a REALTOR® who can answer all six with numbers, not vibes. For the wider market picture, visit [Coquitlam Home Value Trends](/coquitlam-home-value-trends/), [the current market update](/real-estate-market-update/), and [the full Coquitlam investment property guide](/coquitlam-investment-property-guide/). ![Craig Johnston outside — Coquitlam investment REALTOR](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/DSC1119-scaled.jpg) ## Why local matters more here than almost anywhere Burquitlam is a small geographic area with a big range in product quality. One block can perform, the next one can stall. Building A with the same bedroom count as Building B can rent $400 more per month because of layout, amenities, and strata reputation. That granularity is not something you can pick up from online listings. It takes local work — knowing which developments get rent premiums, which strata boards are well run, which blocks feel the transit pulse without copping the noise. That is the part I pay attention to. [Book a Strategy Call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Get to Know Craig](/coquitlam-realtor-craig-johnston/) ![Aerial of Coquitlam amenity and transit](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2025-03-10-at-5.40.10-PM-1-scaled.png) ### The transit story is the headline Burquitlam Station is the reason this neighbourhood works. Rent premiums for walkable-to-station units are real and measurable. [Moving to Coquitlam Guide](/moving-to-coquitlam/) ![Craig outside Coquitlam homes](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-20-at-3.39.56-PM-scaled.png) ### Rent vs. cap rate math I will run the numbers against today's rates, strata, taxes, and a conservative vacancy assumption so you see the real cash-on-cash return, not the brochure version. [Full Investment Guide](/coquitlam-investment-property-guide/) ![Craig Johnston Coquitlam investment advisor](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CF8D6E23-5328-43A6-94A5-874648CE00D7_1_105_c.jpeg) ### Timing your entry Where you buy in Burquitlam matters, but when you buy matters more. Supply cycles here are predictable if you know what to watch. [Is Now a Good Time?](/is-now-a-good-time-to-buy-in-coquitlam/) ## Burquitlam investment FAQ ### Is Burquitlam a good place to buy an investment condo? For most Tri-Cities investors, yes. The combination of SkyTrain access, stable tenant demand from SFU and Royal Columbian staff, and sub-$700K entry points makes it one of the more sensible yield plays in the region. ### What cap rate should I realistically expect? Resale one-bed and two-bed condos in Burquitlam generally pencil to a gross cap rate between roughly 3.5% and 4.5% at current rent levels, depending on strata fees, age, and amenity. Cash-on-cash is more important than cap rate once you factor in financing. ### Does the rental cap worry you? BC removed most rental restrictions in strata bylaws. The current risk you watch is short-term rental regulation, which does restrict some paths to income but helps long-term rental demand. ### Is Burquitlam better than Coquitlam Centre for investment? They behave differently. Coquitlam Centre has more amenity, more walkability, and a deeper buyer pool at resale. Burquitlam entry is usually cheaper and the transit story is tighter. Choose based on your timeline and appetite. ### What should a first-time investor avoid? Do not start with the cheapest unit in the oldest building on the busiest road. Start with something liquid: a newer two-bed near the station with a strong strata and a rent number you can defend in any market. ![Craig Johnston — Coquitlam investment REALTOR, Tri-Cities](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/F883FFAD-16AB-439A-8921-3FD6B1489036_1_105_c.jpeg) ## Thinking about Burquitlam as an investment? Bring your numbers or bring your questions. I will run Burquitlam comps, current rents, strata health, and cap-rate math against what you are trying to do — before you fall in love with a unit. [Book a Strategy Call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Get Your Home Value](/home-evaluation/) 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 Also read [Coquitlam investment hub](/coquitlam-investment-property-guide/) [Investor case study](/coquitlam-investor-case-study/) [Buying a condo](/buying-a-condo-in-coquitlam/) [Where to buy in Coquitlam](/where-to-buy-in-coquitlam/) [Book a Strategy Call with Craig](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) Keep exploring ## Related investor and market resources If you are looking at Burquitlam, these are the next pages to read. [Coquitlam Investment Property GuideThe wider playbook: cap rates, neighbourhoods, risk, and what actually works across the Tri-Cities.](/coquitlam-investment-property-guide/) [Coquitlam Home Value TrendsWhere prices sit now, where they were last year, and what is driving the shift.](/coquitlam-home-value-trends/) [Is Now a Good Time to Buy?A direct read on today's market — buyer leverage, inventory, and timing.](/is-now-a-good-time-to-buy-in-coquitlam/) [Tri-Cities Market UpdateJune 2026 snapshot with benchmark prices, days on market, and Craig's read.](/real-estate-market-update/) [Book a Strategy Call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) About Craig ![Craig Johnston, Coquitlam REALTOR](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/craig-johnston-coquitlam-realtor.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 Every claim on this site is checkable against a government, regulator, school district, or independent authority. Cross-reference anything — if a number here ever drifts from the source, the source wins. Municipal & Transit - [City of Coquitlam — municipal services, bylaws, permits ↗](https://www.coquitlam.ca/) - [City of Port Moody — municipal services ↗](https://www.portmoody.ca/) - [City of Port Coquitlam — municipal services ↗](https://www.portcoquitlam.ca/) - [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/) - [Fraser Institute — BC school report cards ↗](https://www.fraserinstitute.org/school-performance) Parks & Outdoors - [BC Parks — provincial park system ↗](https://bcparks.ca/) - [Coquitlam Crunch — City of Coquitlam trail ↗](https://www.coquitlam.ca/1129/Coquitlam-Crunch) - [Pinecone Burke Provincial Park ↗](https://bcparks.ca/pinecone-burke-park/) - [Belcarra Regional Park — Metro Vancouver ↗](https://metrovancouver.org/services/parks/parks-greenways-reserves/belcarra-regional-park) 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/) - [Brewers Row — Port Moody brewery district ↗](https://www.portmoody.ca/en/discover/brewers-row.aspx) 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 Coquitlam investment & strategy ## 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. [**Coquitlam investment hub** →](/coquitlam-investment-property-guide/) [Coquitlam investment property guide](/coquitlam-investment-property-guide/) [Coquitlam investor case study](/coquitlam-investor-case-study/) [Buying a condo in Coquitlam](/buying-a-condo-in-coquitlam/) [Buying a townhome in Coquitlam](/buying-a-townhome-in-coquitlam/) [Where to buy in Coquitlam](/where-to-buy-in-coquitlam/) [Moving to Coquitlam](/moving-to-coquitlam/) [About Craig Johnston](/coquitlam-realtor-craig-johnston/) [Free home evaluation](/home-evaluation/) [Book a strategy call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) In this topic cluster · investors Keep reading in the investors cluster - [Buying vs. renting](https://soldbycraig.ca/buying-vs-renting-in-coquitlam/) - [Investment property guide](https://soldbycraig.ca/coquitlam-investment-property-guide/) - [Investor case study](https://soldbycraig.ca/coquitlam-investor-case-study/) Or see the full library at [the investors section of the resource hub](https://soldbycraig.ca/coquitlam-real-estate-resource-hub/#investors). [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 - [→ 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/) - [→ Best luxury REALTOR® in Coquitlam](/best-luxury-realtor-coquitlam/) - [→ Port Moody first-time buyer guide](/port-moody-first-time-buyer-guide/) Schools that serve Burquitlam ## Schools that serve Burquitlam. Burquitlam draws on a wide mix of west Coquitlam elementaries feeding Hillcrest Middle (one of three SD43 MACC gifted cluster sites) and Banting Middle (Coquitlam-side French Immersion middle hub). Verify your exact address Look up any Burquitlam 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 ### Mountain View Elementary Burquitlam K-5 near the SkyTrain corridor. View school →](/mountain-view-elementary-school-guide/) [Elementary Grades K–5 ### Harbour View Elementary Burquitlam K-5 — 'Home of the Hawks'. View school →](/harbour-view-elementary-catchment-homes/) [Elementary Grades K–5 ### Parkland Elementary Next door to Hillcrest Middle. View school →](/parkland-elementary-catchment-homes/) [Elementary Grades K–5 ### Roy Stibbs Elementary West Coquitlam K-5 near Mundy Park. View school →](/roy-stibbs-elementary-catchment-homes/) [Middle Grades 6–8 ### Hillcrest Middle One of three SD43 MACC gifted cluster middle schools. View school →](/hillcrest-middle-catchment-homes/) [Middle Grades 6–8 ### École Banting Middle Coquitlam-side French Immersion middle continuation hub. View school →](/banting-middle-catchment-homes/) [Secondary Grades 9–12 ### Centennial Secondary Long-running AP secondary + FI continuation. View school →](/centennial-secondary-catchment-homes/) [Secondary Grades 9–12 ### École Dr. Charles Best Secondary SD43's primary Coquitlam-side FI secondary. View school →](/dr-charles-best-catchment-homes/) Interested in these schools? Explore homes for sale in the Burquitlam area. [Search Burquitlam homes →](/burquitlam-station-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 Burquitlam schools hub →](/coquitlam-schools/#burquitlam-west-coquitlam) 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. Best REALTOR® by area ## A specialist for your specific Tri-Cities city or neighbourhood. 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