# Moving to Port Moody from Vancouver: Trade-Offs > Moving from Vancouver to Port Moody — SkyTrain commute, price comparison, lifestyle trade-offs, neighbourhoods, school differences, real case studies. **Source:** https://soldbycraig.ca/moving-to-port-moody-from-vancouver/ **Author:** Craig Johnston, REALTOR® (BC Licence V99960) · The MACNABS · Royal LePage Elite West **Site:** https://soldbycraig.ca --- 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 Moving to Port Moody From Vancouver? Moving from Vancouver to Port Moody — SkyTrain commute, price comparison, lifestyle trade-offs, neighbourhoods, school differences, real case studies. **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 [Best REALTOR® in Coquitlam](/best-realtor-in-coquitlam/) [Coquitlam real estate guide](/coquitlam-real-estate-guide/) [Full resource hub](/coquitlam-real-estate-resource-hub/) [Book a Strategy Call with Craig](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Free home evaluation](/home-evaluation/) How to use this guide ## Vancouver vs Port Moody at a glance — four sections in depth Jump to the block that matters to you, or read the full page top-to-bottom — either works. I've structured this the way I'd explain it on a 30-minute call. [01 #### Market snapshot Real Vancouver vs Port Moody numbers updated for June 2026.](#market) [02 #### Where to buy Sub-neighbourhood breakdown with specific streets and buildings.](#subareas) [03 #### Right fit for you? Honest fit check — who thrives here and who should keep looking.](#fit) [04 #### Your questions 12 questions I answer on every call.](#faq) Vancouver vs Port Moody — June 2026 reality check ## What your Vancouver dollar buys in Port Moody Port Moody apartment benchmark $703,500 −5.6% YoY (June 2026) Port Moody townhouse benchmark $993,800 −2.0% YoY (June 2026) Commute PoMo → Downtown 35 min Evergreen Line + transfer Walkability (Moody Centre) Walk 92 Among BC's highest Why this market works ## Why Vancouver vs Port Moody keeps winning with buyers who do the homework The decision to move from Vancouver to Port Moody isn't a math problem. The math is always in Port Moody's favour. What stops people is the emotional and practical friction of leaving a city where they know the neighbourhoods, the coffee shops, the commute, the running routes, and the Saturday rhythm. This isn't a market that rewards rushing. The buyers who win here are the ones who do three to four guided tours before writing, understand the specific sub-area math, and have pre-approval in hand. My job on the call is to cut the learning curve from six months to four weeks. What separates a smart buy from a regretful one in this neighbourhood usually isn't price — it's fit. Wrong building at the right price is still wrong. Right building at a slightly higher price almost always outperforms long-term. I'll walk you through that specific calculus. ![Vancouver vs Port Moody lifestyle — trails, waterfront, community](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Walking-917x1024-1.jpeg) How buyers think about value ## The three buyer archetypes I see in Vancouver vs Port Moody ### Entry buyer: value-per-square-foot wins First-home or first-in-the-market buyers prioritize per-square-foot efficiency and mortgage serviceability. For them, the right answer is often an older low-rise condo or a townhome in the value pocket — not the shiny new tower. I'll show you how to spot the actual value vs the marketing-driven price. ### Lifestyle buyer: amenities and commute win Professional couples and right-sizers typically pay the amenity premium willingly if the location math works. For them the right answer is often newer inventory with specific amenities (pool, gym, walk to SkyTrain, waterfront trail). I help them avoid paying for amenities they won't actually use. ### Family buyer: catchment and yard win Growing families prioritize school catchment, yard space, and long-term stability. For them, the right answer is often a slightly older detached or townhome in a specific catchment — not a new build outside it. Catchment verification at the exact address is part of every tour I do. Honest fit check ## Is Vancouver vs Port Moody right for you? I'd rather tell you this isn't your neighbourhood on a 30-minute call than watch you overpay for the wrong fit. Here's the honest read. ### Vancouver vs Port Moody is a strong fit if: - You want a neighbourhood with established identity, not just new inventory. - You've already toured a couple of Tri-Cities neighbourhoods and are narrowing your search. - You value walkable amenities, parks, or trail access as part of daily life. - You're buying to hold 7+ years — this is a long-term market, not a flip. - You want an advisor who'll talk you out of bad fits, not just close you fast. ### Vancouver vs Port Moody may be less ideal if: - You need sub-$500K entry pricing — that's not realistic here, we'd look elsewhere. - Your commute is to Surrey, Langley, or further east daily — a different Tri-Cities submarket is usually better. - You want brand-new inventory exclusively — Vancouver vs Port Moody has mixed-era housing stock. - You need to be in your new home in under 30 days — most wins here are 60–90 day searches. Where to buy ## The five Vancouver-to-PoMo trade-offs you actually feel Every Vancouver-to-Port-Moody move I've handled came down to these five questions. Not the generic 'more space for less money' pitch — the actual day-to-day differences. ### Commute — SkyTrain vs car Door-to-door, the gap is smaller than you think Moody Centre Station → Commercial-Broadway: ~20 min. Transfer to downtown: add 12–15 min. So door-to-office from Suter Brook to a downtown tower is typically 40–50 minutes — 10–20 minutes longer than a Yaletown condo, but entirely on transit, reading or working, with no traffic variance. Many of my clients find the predictability a net quality-of-life win. ### Groceries, dining, nightlife Different flavour, not less Vancouver offers unmatched density. Port Moody offers Brewers Row (6+ craft breweries), Rocky Point food scene, Suter Brook's restaurant strip, Newport Village retail, and Thrifty's / Save-On for groceries. Dating-life and late-night-options are thinner — most of my Vancouver clients adjust within 3–6 months, a few never do. ### Green space and outdoor lifestyle This is where PoMo wins outright Rocky Point Park, the Inlet Trail, Bert Flinn Park, Buntzen Lake (20 min drive), the Sasamat / Belcarra waterfront. Hiking, paddling, trail-running and waterfront walks are part of daily life. My Vancouver-to-PoMo clients almost universally report higher outdoor hours within a year of moving. ### Schools and families The quiet advantage that closes deals Port Moody public schools (Moody Elementary, Moody Middle, Port Moody Secondary, Heritage Woods Secondary on the hill) are strong on academics, athletics and programming. Class sizes are typically smaller than Vancouver East/South. For families with school-age kids, this often becomes the dominant deciding factor after a school tour. ### The social economics Your dollar just goes further A Yaletown 1-bed ($788K median) lets you afford a Port Moody 2-bed + den + parking for the same mortgage. A Fairview townhome at $1.52M buys a 1,800+ sq ft Port Moody townhome with a backyard. The math isn't ambiguous — the question is whether the lifestyle trade works for you. That's what we cover on the strategy call. Home-type guide ## Townhome or detached in Vancouver vs Port Moody? Two different buyers, two different right answers. I don't push you toward one — I match you to the math that fits your life. ![Vancouver vs Port Moody townhome](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/a2fde25f-ff23-4a06-ae2f-e8823acd5836.png) ### Townhome path Best for first-time move-up, dual-commuter couples, empty-nesters right-sizing Townhomes in Vancouver vs Port Moody typically deliver 1,200–1,800 sq ft across 2–3 bedrooms with a garage and small private outdoor space. The right townhome is often a better long-term family move than a stretched detached purchase — lower maintenance, stronger resale liquidity, and a predictable carrying cost. The trade is strata fees ($280–$520/month typical) and shared walls. **What to watch for:** depreciation reports, contingency reserve fund, pet and rental bylaws, engineered wood-frame vs concrete, and ground-floor water ingress on older builds. I walk through every one of these on pre-offer diligence. ![Vancouver vs Port Moody detached home](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3c257bd2-d738-4772-82e4-35e014b29781.png) ### Detached path Best for long-term family homes, privacy, yards, renovation potential Detached homes in Vancouver vs Port Moody range from 1960s–80s reno opportunities to 2010+ custom builds. Real yard, real privacy, real room to grow. The trade-off is maintenance cost (budget 1–2% of home value annually), no elevator, and longer-horizon resale liquidity than townhomes. **What to watch for:** foundation and drainage, roof age, electrical panel capacity, any additions without permits, mature tree root proximity, and any heritage or tree-protection overlays. I budget 2–3 hours of pre-offer diligence on every detached you short-list. How the area lays out ## A simple way to think about how Vancouver vs Port Moody is organized ![Vancouver vs Port Moody neighbourhood layout and surroundings](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/DSC0965-scaled.jpg) Geography shapes every buying decision in Vancouver vs Port Moody. Here's how the pieces actually fit together. In practice, the transition typically takes 4–8 weeks to feel normal and 4–6 months to feel permanent. My clients who successfully make the move share three patterns: they test-drive Port Moody for a full weekend before offering (hike, breweries, grocery run, Saturday morning at Rocky Point), they pick a neighbourhood that matches their current Vancouver lifestyle (walkable Moody Centre for Yaletown types, established Westwood Plateau for Kitsilano family types, character streets for Commercial Drive types), and they commit to a 90-day rhythm before evaluating. The clients who struggle with the transition almost always picked a neighbourhood that didn't match their lifestyle — Suter Brook families who needed yards, or Burke Mountain singles who needed walkability. Fit matters more than savings. I spend the first call making sure we're looking in the right Port Moody sub-market for who you actually are, not just what you can afford. What actually matters on the ground ## The real questions I hear from Vancouver movers The decision to move from Vancouver to Port Moody isn't a math problem. The math is always in Port Moody's favour. What stops people is the emotional and practical friction of leaving a city where they know the neighbourhoods, the coffee shops, the commute, the running routes, and the Saturday rhythm. In practice, the transition typically takes 4–8 weeks to feel normal and 4–6 months to feel permanent. My clients who successfully make the move share three patterns: they test-drive Port Moody for a full weekend before offering (hike, breweries, grocery run, Saturday morning at Rocky Point), they pick a neighbourhood that matches their current Vancouver lifestyle (walkable Moody Centre for Yaletown types, established Westwood Plateau for Kitsilano family types, character streets for Commercial Drive types), and they commit to a 90-day rhythm before evaluating. The clients who struggle with the transition almost always picked a neighbourhood that didn't match their lifestyle — Suter Brook families who needed yards, or Burke Mountain singles who needed walkability. Fit matters more than savings. I spend the first call making sure we're looking in the right Port Moody sub-market for who you actually are, not just what you can afford. Market-timing calendar ## When Vancouver vs Port Moody moves — a quarter-by-quarter read Timing isn't the most important factor — fit is — but it's not nothing. Here's the seasonal pattern I've watched play out over years of Tri-Cities deals. #### Jan – Mar Winter window Lowest inventory but also lowest competition. Motivated sellers, fewer multiple-offer situations. A smart time to buy in Vancouver vs Port Moody if you have flexibility. Sellers: hold unless you need to list. #### Apr – Jun Spring surge Inventory expands, open-house traffic peaks, and the strongest listings clear fastest. Best price realization for sellers. Buyers: bring pre-approval, be ready to move in 24 hours. #### Jul – Sep Summer normalize Slight cooling mid-summer, then a late-August rebound as families target school-year moves. Great time for pre-emptive diligence if you're a Q4 buyer in Vancouver vs Port Moody. #### Oct – Dec Year-end reset Lowest listing activity of the year, but motivated sellers who missed the spring often re-list with price adjustments. Opportunity window for patient, pre-approved buyers. What to watch for ## Six Vancouver vs Port Moody red flags I protect my clients from This is the list I go through on every Vancouver vs Port Moody file — before we write, not after. A smart buyer's biggest advantage is knowing the traps in advance. ⚠ #### Depreciation report red flags On any strata property in Vancouver vs Port Moody, I read the full depreciation report before you write. Watch for upcoming elevator replacement, envelope remediation, roof or plumbing projects, or a contingency reserve fund under $150K — any of these will trigger special levies. ⚠ #### Tax & PTT math surprises Property Transfer Tax is the single largest closing line for most buyers and catches people off-guard. First-time buyers can qualify for full PTT exemption under $835K (partial to $860K), but only on resale homes — new builds pay GST instead. I run the exact math on every short-list. ⚠ #### Zoning & overlay traps Parts of Vancouver vs Port Moody sit under tree-protection, heritage, or Transit-Oriented Area (TOA) overlays. These limit renovations, additions, and suite conversions. I pull zoning and overlay maps on every tour so you never get a permit surprise after close. ⚠ #### Subject-removal pressure Some listings push 48-hour subject windows to force shortcuts on financing or inspection. I'll coach you on holding the line — short timelines protect sellers, not buyers. Walking away from a pressured timeline has saved more than one client six figures. ⚠ #### Rental & pet bylaws Strata bylaws in the Tri-Cities have tightened. I verify rental caps, pet restrictions, short-term rental rules, and move-in fees before you write — not after your tenants or pets are on the way. One missed clause can cost you the use of the property you bought. ⚠ #### Off-market & pre-MLS timing Some of the strongest Vancouver vs Port Moody deals never hit MLS. I work my network so you see pre-market opportunities — and I also coach you on the off-market risks (no inspection window, no price discovery, limited comparables). Both sides of that coin matter. How it compares ## Vancouver vs Port Moody vs the other Tri-Cities options you're probably considering Most buyers I work with are weighing two or three neighbourhoods at once. Here's a direct side-by-side so you can see where Vancouver vs Port Moody actually fits in your short-list. | Neighbourhood | Price range | Character | Who wins here | When to pick it | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Vancouver vs Port Moody | Tour-ready | Local expert coverage | This page | The full read you're looking at right now — market, sub-areas, home types, honest fit check. | | Burke Mountain | $1.3M–$2.4M detached | Newer family-focused subdivisions, bigger lots, longer commute | Strong for families who want newer builds and privacy | Consider if you want new-build inventory and don't mind the hillside commute. | | Westwood Plateau | $1.8M–$3.2M detached | Established luxury, golf proximity, top catchments | Strong for move-up buyers and long-term holds | Consider if you're move-up buying and want the prestige tier of Coquitlam. | | Port Moody Centre | $650K–$1.3M condo / TH | Waterfront, brewery district, SkyTrain, walkable | Strong for lifestyle buyers and first-time condo | Consider if you want walkable, SkyTrain-connected daily life. | Local knowledge that doesn't show up in listings ## Craig's take on buying and selling in Vancouver vs Port Moody ![Craig Johnston, REALTOR® V99960 — Tri-Cities specialist](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CF8D6E23-5328-43A6-94A5-874648CE00D7_1_105_c.jpeg) Off-the-record local read ### The stuff I tell every client on the first call There's the data you'll find on any real estate site — median prices, days on market, supply months. Then there's the stuff you only know if you've worked hundreds of Tri-Cities deals: which specific streets back onto rail corridors, which buildings have depreciation reports you need to read carefully, which catchments are about to split, which blocks are teardown-active. That's the gap my clients tell me makes the difference. I'll share that knowledge on our first call — not after you've written an offer on the wrong property. If you want a 30-minute sanity check on Vancouver vs Port Moody before anyone writes anything, that's genuinely the best use of my time and yours. [Book a 30-minute call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) What our first call covers ## 30 minutes, zero pressure, real clarity Here's exactly what we'll cover on a first strategy call. I don't do pitch decks — just a structured conversation that leaves you with a clear next step whether we end up working together or not. #### If you're buying - Your timeline, budget, and non-negotiables — in your language, not realtor-speak - A tailored read on Vancouver vs Port Moody vs 1-2 neighbourhoods you're also considering - Pre-approval: who to call, what to expect, and typical rate/term ranges right now - Sub-area priority list for your specific budget and lifestyle - What pre-offer diligence I do on your behalf before any paper gets written - A realistic time-to-close forecast based on current market dynamics #### If you're selling - A walk-through of your current home and honest read on Vancouver vs Port Moody market positioning - Recent comparable sales, days-on-market, and your realistic pricing window - Pre-list prep priorities: what to fix, what to skip, what pays back - My photography, staging, and digital marketing approach - A close-date plan that aligns with your next purchase or next move - Commission structure, timeline, and any questions you want answered before signing How I help ## My 5-step process for this market 1 #### Discovery call 30-minute call to map your timeline, budget, non-negotiables, and how this specific market fits your life. No pressure, no pitch — just a conversation about what you actually need. 2 #### Neighbourhood tour I walk you through sub-areas, catchments, and buildings in person so you're making decisions from actual on-the-ground knowledge — not listing descriptions and stock photos. 3 #### Pre-offer diligence Depreciation reports, meeting minutes, comparable sales, inspection booking, subject strategy, financing coordination. I do the work before you write, not after. 4 #### Offer + negotiation I build your negotiation position from real comparable data and write to win — or walk. You're in full control at every step. We don't write unless the math makes sense. 5 #### Close + post-close Coordinated with your lawyer, lender, and inspector. I follow up after close and stay your point person for referrals, renovations, rental questions, and your next move 10 years from now. Interview any agent — including me ## Seven questions to ask every REALTOR® you consider Choosing the right REALTOR® is a $1M+ decision. Here's the exact list I'd hand my own family if they were interviewing agents — including me. 1. **How many transactions have you closed in this specific neighbourhood in the last 24 months?**Past deals beat ads. If they can't answer in specifics, keep interviewing. 2. **Walk me through the diligence you do before I write an offer.**You want depreciation reports, meeting minutes, comparable sales, zoning checks — not "I'll send listings." 3. **What's the last piece of advice that actually cost you a deal?**A great agent has told a client to walk away recently. A mediocre one hasn't. 4. **Who do you trust for mortgage, inspection, lawyer, and stager? Can I contact them?**A real advisor has a real network. If they dodge, that's a signal. 5. **What's your average time-on-market and sale-to-list for this price range?**Hard numbers tell you more than testimonials do. 6. **How do you communicate — text, email, calls? How fast should I expect a response?**Set expectations upfront. "Within 24 hours, typically within 24 hours during active search" is a healthy answer. 7. **If I want to back out halfway through, what happens?**Good agents answer this honestly. There should be no punishment for a client who changes direction mid-search. Frequently asked ## Questions buyers and sellers ask me ### How long is the SkyTrain commute from Port Moody to downtown Vancouver? Moody Centre Station → Commercial-Broadway: 20 min. Transfer + continued trip to downtown: 12–15 min. Door-to-office is typically 35–50 min depending on where in downtown you work. Trains run every 3–5 min peak. For most of my clients, this is the single biggest anxiety going in — and almost universally a non-issue within 2–3 weeks. ### What does my Vancouver house buy in Port Moody? Rough 2026 translations: Vancouver 1-bed condo ($788K median) buys a Port Moody 2-bed + den with parking. Vancouver 2-bed condo ($1.1M) buys a Port Moody 3-bed townhome. Vancouver Kits duplex half ($1.8M) buys a 2,400 sq ft Heritage Mountain detached with yard. Vancouver East bungalow ($2.1M) buys an Anmore estate on acreage. ### Are Port Moody schools really better than Vancouver? Different, not universally better. Port Moody public schools are typically smaller, better-resourced per student, and have stronger athletics/music programming than Vancouver East/South public schools. Vancouver West schools (especially the Kits/Shaughnessy catchments) are comparable. Families moving from Vancouver East/South often see a meaningful school upgrade; families moving from Vancouver West see a lateral move with different trade-offs. ### Which Port Moody neighbourhood matches my Vancouver lifestyle? Yaletown → Suter Brook. Kitsilano → Heritage Mountain or Klahanie. Mount Pleasant/Commercial → Moody Centre character streets. South Granville/Fairview → Inlet Centre/Newport Village. West End → Klahanie or Moody Centre. I'll match you on the call. ### Can I keep my Vancouver doctor / dentist / services? Most clients do for 1–2 years, then gradually shift to Tri-Cities providers. Port Moody has Eagle Ridge Hospital (full service), dozens of medical practices, and the usual services. The shift usually happens by year 2 once you've built your new routines. ### What about nightlife and restaurants? Fewer options than Vancouver, higher quality per capita than most people expect. Brewers Row, Rocky Point food scene, Suter Brook restaurant strip, Newport Village, and reliable Uber access to Vancouver when you want a big night. My clients typically maintain a Vancouver night-out every 2–4 weeks and genuinely enjoy the pace change for the rest of the month. ### How do I avoid buyer's remorse moving to Port Moody? Three tactics that work: test-drive a full Port Moody weekend before offering (hike + breweries + grocery + waterfront), pick a neighbourhood that matches your current Vancouver lifestyle rather than chasing pure savings, and commit to a 90-day adjustment window before re-evaluating. In 10 years of doing this I've seen maybe 5% of Vancouver movers struggle with the transition — almost always a neighbourhood-match problem. ### Should I sell Vancouver first or buy Port Moody first? Depends on your market conditions and risk tolerance. In a seller's market territory (like June 2026), selling first with a 60–75 day possession gives maximum price certainty. In a hot market, buying first with subject-to-sale can work. In a cold market, sell first and rent for 60 days. I walk you through a decision tree specific to your Vancouver property and target Port Moody neighbourhood on the strategy call. ### How much does it cost to work with you as a buyer? As a buyer in BC, your REALTOR®'s commission is paid by the seller — not by you. My full market analysis, property tours, offer drafting, negotiation, and post-offer coordination all come at zero cost to you. You only pay for your lawyer/notary, inspection, and closing costs. This is one of the most misunderstood parts of buying in BC and worth confirming on our first call. ### What closing costs should I budget for? For a typical Tri-Cities buyer, budget roughly 1.5–3% of the purchase price for closing costs. This includes Property Transfer Tax (often the largest single line — ~2% of the first $200K + 2% above), GST on new builds (5%), legal/notary fees ($1,200–$2,000), title insurance, home inspection ($600–$900), and pre-paid property tax/strata adjustments. First-time buyers may qualify for PTT exemption on purchases under $835K — I'll walk you through the math. ### How do I get pre-approved before making an offer? Pre-approval is non-negotiable in this market. I'll introduce you to 2–3 mortgage brokers I trust — all independent, all competitive, none take a fee from you. They'll pull credit, verify income and down payment, and issue a rate-held pre-approval valid 90–120 days. You'll walk into every showing knowing your exact upper limit and carrying cost. ### What's the difference between working with me and a typical agent? Three things. First: I do my diligence BEFORE you write, not after — depreciation reports, meeting minutes, comps, building finances, unit-specific research. Second: I'll talk you OUT of a property as fast as I'll talk you into one — my job is to protect your money, not close a deal. Third: I communicate like an advisor, not a salesperson — no pressure, no urgency tactics, no 'you'll lose it if you don't write tonight.' Ask the last three people I worked with; they'll confirm it. About your guide ## Why work with Craig Johnston ![Craig Johnston, REALTOR® — Coquitlam](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-20-at-3.36.59-PM-scaled.png) ### Craig Johnston, REALTOR® Licensed V99960 Craig Johnston, REALTOR® Tri-Cities Specialist Tri-Cities specialist 5.0 ★ I've worked Tri-Cities transactions — from first-time condo buyers in Moody Centre to $3M+ Anmore estates. My approach is simple: know every neighbourhood like I live there (because I do), do the diligence before you write the offer, and communicate like your own advisor — not a salesperson. Every page on this site is written, researched, and fact-checked by me personally. If something here doesn't match your situation, I want to hear about it — that's how I keep the content honest and useful for the next buyer or seller who lands here. [Book a Strategy Call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Full bio](/coquitlam-realtor-craig-johnston/) Keep reading ## Related guides and deep-dives [Related guidePort Moody Centre neighbourhood guide →](/port-moody-centre-neighbourhood-guide/) [Related guideMoody Centre real estate guide →](/moody-centre-real-estate-guide/) [Related guideSuter Brook Village guide →](/suter-brook-village-guide/) [Related guideKlahanie Port Moody guide →](/klahanie-port-moody-guide/) [Related guidePort Moody first-time buyer guide →](/port-moody-first-time-buyer-guide/) [Related guideHeritage Woods PoMo vs Coquitlam →](/heritage-woods-port-moody-vs-coquitlam/) Tri-Cities guides ## Every neighbourhood, every guide — one roof This is the full Tri-Cities coverage map. Every link below is a deep guide I wrote personally — mobile-friendly, schema-rich, and built to actually help you make a decision. #### Port Moody neighbourhoods - [Port Moody Centre](/port-moody-centre-neighbourhood-guide/) - [Suter Brook Village](/suter-brook-village-guide/) - [Moody Centre](/moody-centre-real-estate-guide/) - [Inlet Centre & Newport Village](/inlet-centre-newport-village-guide/) - [Klahanie](/klahanie-port-moody-guide/) - [Rocky Point & Old Orchard](/rocky-point-old-orchard-port-moody-guide/) - [Brewer's Row](/brewers-row-port-moody/) #### Port Coquitlam neighbourhoods - [Downtown Port Coquitlam](/downtown-port-coquitlam-guide/) - [Citadel](/citadel-port-coquitlam-guide/) - [Oxford Heights](/oxford-heights-port-coquitlam-guide/) - [Moving to Port Coquitlam](/moving-to-port-coquitlam/) #### Coquitlam neighbourhoods - [Burke Mountain](/burke-mountain-homes/) - [Westwood Plateau](/westwood-plateau-real-estate/) - [Heritage Mountain](/heritage-mountain-homes/) - [Eagle Ridge](/eagle-ridge-coquitlam-deep-dive/) - [Ranch Park](/ranch-park-coquitlam-guide/) - [Central Coquitlam](/central-coquitlam-neighbourhood-guide/) - [Maillardville](/maillardville-coquitlam-guide/) #### Anmore & Belcarra - [Anmore](/anmore-estate-homes-acreage-guide/) - [Moving to Anmore](/moving-to-anmore/) - [Belcarra waterfront](/belcarra-waterfront-homes-for-sale/) - [Anmore vs Belcarra](/anmore-vs-belcarra/) #### Relocating - [Moving to Coquitlam](/moving-to-coquitlam/) - [Port Moody from Vancouver](/moving-to-port-moody-from-vancouver/) - [Port Moody from Coquitlam](/moving-to-port-moody-from-coquitlam/) - [Vancouver → Coquitlam case study](/vancouver-to-coquitlam-case-study/) #### Buyers - [Buyer's guide](/where-to-buy-in-coquitlam/) - [First-time buyers](/first-time-buyer-coquitlam-tri-cities-guide/) - [Move-up buyers](/upsizing-in-coquitlam-2/) - [Port Moody FTB](/port-moody-first-time-buyer-guide/) - [Port Moody move-up](/port-moody-move-up-buyer-guide/) - [How buying works in BC](/buying-a-property/) #### Sellers & valuations - [Seller's guide](/sell-your-home/) - [Get a home valuation](/home-evaluation/) - [Is now a good time to sell?](/is-now-a-good-time-to-sell-in-coquitlam/) - [Seller mistakes to avoid](/mistakes-sellers-make/) - [Renovate before selling](/renovate-before-selling-coquitlam/) - [Home value trends](/coquitlam-home-value-trends/) #### Compare neighbourhoods - [Coquitlam vs Port Moody](/coquitlam-vs-port-moody/) - [Burke vs Westwood](/burke-mountain-vs-westwood-plateau/) - [Burke vs Heritage](/burke-mountain-vs-heritage-mountain/) - [Burke vs Port Coquitlam](/burke-mountain-vs-port-coquitlam/) - [Heritage Woods vs Coquitlam](/heritage-woods-port-moody-vs-coquitlam/) #### Market & research - [Tri-Cities market update](/real-estate-market-update/) - [Average home price](/average-home-price-in-coquitlam/) - [Coquitlam real estate guide](/coquitlam-real-estate-guide/) - [Where to buy in Coquitlam](/where-to-buy-in-coquitlam/) - [Full resource hub](/coquitlam-real-estate-resource-hub/) #### Work with Craig - [About Craig](/coquitlam-realtor-craig-johnston/) - [Book a strategy call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) - [Best REALTOR® in Coquitlam](/best-realtor-in-coquitlam/) - [Best REALTOR® in Port Moody](/best-realtor-in-port-moody/) - [Client reviews](/coquitlam-realtor-craig-johnston/) #### Luxury & estate - [Best luxury REALTOR® Coquitlam](/best-luxury-realtor-coquitlam/) - [Port Moody luxury homes](/port-moody-luxury-homes-for-sale/) - [Westwood Plateau luxury](/westwood-plateau-luxury-homes/) - [Burke Mountain estate homes](/burke-mountain-estate-homes/) - [Anmore estate & acreage](/anmore-estate-homes-acreage-guide/) - [Anmore luxury homes](/anmore-luxury-homes-for-sale/) - [Belcarra waterfront](/belcarra-waterfront-homes-for-sale/) - [Coquitlam luxury homes](/coquitlam-luxury-homes-for-sale/) - [Selling a luxury home](/selling-a-luxury-home-in-coquitlam/) ## Ready to make your move in this market? Book a no-pressure 30-minute strategy call. We'll talk through your timeline, your numbers, and the specific neighbourhood fit — and you'll leave with a clear next step whether we end up working together or not. [Book a Strategy Call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Call 604-202-6092](tel:+16042026092) Verified Google Reviews ## Trust matters when the move is important Five stars across thirty verified Google reviews. Here are three, straight from the people Craig worked with. ★★★★★ “We recently moved from overseas and were not familiar with the purchasing process in BC. Craig was fantastic spending the time to explain everything thoroughly so we had a good handle on things. We felt we were in very experienced hands. He was super detail oriented during our purchase, both with the property and the contract terms and went the extra mile to ease any concerns we had along the way.” Amber Sarna-Conway Google Review · 5.0 ★ ★★★★★ “My husband and I have had the pleasure of working with Craig on three real estate transactions in the past year. In all cases he was extremely professional and efficient. Two of the transactions were house sales and one was a purchase. 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 Google Review · 5.0 ★ ★★★★★ “What a fantastic experience it has been working with Craig. He spent time getting to know us, visiting homes on our behalf until we were in the market. Craig prepared us to better understand the local market, city planning and developments all to refine our search. He is professional and works well with other REALTORS® — a true partner in the process of purchasing a home!” Blair Marshall Google Review · 5.0 ★ [Read the verified Google reviews →](https://www.google.com/search?q=Craig+Johnston+REALTOR+Coquitlam+reviews) Who this page is for ## Is this the right next step for you? Four buyer and seller profiles Craig Johnston works with across the Tri-Cities. If one of these sounds like you, book the 20-minute strategy call — you'll leave with a clear next move, not a generic market chat. ### Move-up family You've outgrown your current home and want a modern detached with strong SD43 or SD43-Port Moody catchment access. You're juggling sale-and-buy timing and need a clear protocol before you list. ### First-time buyer in the Tri-Cities You're looking at townhomes $950K–$1.4M or condos $600K–$900K. You want transit access, walkability, and a realistic view of what a $4,300–$5,800/month payment actually buys right now. ### Relocating professional or executive You're on a 60–90 day window and need a street-by-street briefing on the Tri-Cities before you decide. Craig provides the school-catchment overlay, view-tier map, and commute analysis in one session. ### Seller preparing for market You want to know what your home is actually worth right now, not a flattery-comp from a listing presentation. You need a staging, pricing, and timing plan built around your life — not the market's. Not sure which profile fits? Book the 20-minute strategy call and Craig will map your situation in real time. [Book a Strategy Call](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Or call direct · 604-202-6092](tel:+16042026092) Continue your research ## More on Port Moody — built by a Tri-Cities specialist. [Master guide ### Port Moody — the complete guide Newport Village, Suter Brook, Brewers Row, the Inlet.](/port-moody/) [By neighbourhood ### Port Moody by neighbourhood Klahanie, Suter Brook, Newport Village, Brewers Row, Heritage Mountain.](/port-moody-by-neighbourhood-master/) [Luxury $2M+ ### Port Moody luxury homes $2M+ Heritage Mountain detached, Suter Brook penthouses, Newport townhomes.](/port-moody-luxury-2m-plus-guide/) [Why PoMo ### Why some Tri-Cities buyers choose PoMo Walkability, the Inlet, Brewers Row — the structural lifestyle choice.](/living-in-port-moody-as-a-tri-cities-buyer/) 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. 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