# New Construction Homes Coquitlam: Guide > Coquitlam currently has more active new-construction inventory per capita than any other Tri-Cities community — 16 towers under construction, 9 more in pre **Source:** https://soldbycraig.ca/new-construction-homes-coquitlam/ **Author:** Craig Johnston, REALTOR® (BC Licence V99960) · The MACNABS · Royal LePage Elite West **Site:** https://soldbycraig.ca --- New construction hub · Coquitlam · 2026 ## New Construction Homes in Coquitlam — The Complete 2026 Guide Updated May 5, 2026 · Craig Johnston, REALTOR® · Coquitlam Coquitlam currently has more active new-construction inventory per capita than any other Tri-Cities community — 16 towers under construction, 9 more in presale, and a pipeline of townhome and detached subdivisions across Burke Mountain, Partington Creek, and Cottonwood. This hub covers the builders that matter, the projects worth watching, and what presale math actually looks like in 2026. Craig has closed new-construction transactions with Polygon, Onni, Concert, Ledingham McAllister, Marcon, Mosaic, Boffo, and Wesgroup — and knows where each builder excels and where they stumble. This page is the starting point. Individual builder pages below go deeper on project history, strata quality, and resale performance. [Book a Strategy Call →](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Get a Home Evaluation](/home-evaluation/) 1% Ranked Top 1% Team Member — Greater Vancouver REALTORS® 2% Nationwide Top 2% Team Member — Royal LePage nationwide 44 Local Tri-Cities resident 47+ years ★ Recognized 5.0 · five-star Quick Answer What should you know about New Construction Homes Coquitlam? Coquitlam currently has more active new-construction inventory per capita than any other Tri-Cities community — 16 towers under construction, 9 more in pre **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. The definition ## Short answer: what 'new construction' means in Coquitlam today In Coquitlam 2026, 'new construction' splits into three tracks: high-rise concrete presale (Polygon, Concert, Onni — 38 to 60 storeys, $650K–$1.4M range), wood-frame townhome subdivisions (Mosaic, Marcon, Wesgroup on Burke Mountain and Partington Creek — $1.05M–$1.6M range), and custom-build single-family on spec lots (Cottonwood, Harbour Chines infill — $2.2M–$3.5M+). Each track has a different risk profile, deposit structure, and timeline. Sources ## Where the information lives. Every figure on this page draws from the primary sources listed below. When a builder changes pricing, timeline, or floor plans, their disclosure statement (filed with BCFSA) is always the authoritative reference. - [BC Housing — Licensed Residential Builder Registry ↗](https://www.bchousing.org/licensing-consumer-services/licensed-residential-builder) - [Real Estate Development Marketing Act (REDMA) ↗](https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/04041_01) - [City of Coquitlam — Current development projects ↗](https://www.coquitlam.ca/business-development/building-permits-and-construction.aspx) By the numbers ## Active Coquitlam new-construction projects · June 2026 | Project / Builder | Location | Price range | Completion | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Windsor Gate Phase 6 / Polygon | Lincoln Station | $640K–$1.25M | Q4 2026 | | Precidia / Onni | Coquitlam Central | $580K–$1.1M | Q2 2027 | | Concord Glen / Concord Pacific | Lafarge Lake | $650K–$1.3M | Q1 2027 | | Moody Yards / Marcon | Moody Centre | $720K–$1.35M | Q3 2027 | | Burke Mountain — Partington Creek / Mosaic | Burke Mountain | $1.15M–$1.65M | Rolling 2026–2028 | | Innova / Concert | Inlet Centre (Port Moody) | $700K–$1.4M | Q4 2027 | Step by step ## The 5-step process for buying presale in Coquitlam 1. 1 Attend the presale event with deposit cheque ready. First-release pricing typically beats the public list by 3–8%. Registered buyers (via a realtor) usually get VIP access 48–72 hours before the public. 2. 2 Review the Disclosure Statement (DS) within the 7-day REDMA rescission period. This is your free, no-cost backout window — use it. A BC real estate lawyer should read the DS alongside you. 3. 3 Structure the deposit. Coquitlam presale deposits are typically 5% on signing, 5% at 6 months, 5% at 12 months, and 5% at completion. Large deposits can be paid from RRSP under the Home Buyers' Plan. 4. 4 Track construction progress quarterly. Builders issue updates and delay notices through the Disclosure Statement amendment process. Any material delay (typically 12+ months) gives the buyer a statutory right to back out with full deposit return. 5. 5 Prepare for completion 6 months out. Mortgage lenders re-approve to the actual property, the builder schedules a walk-through, and your lawyer confirms title and Statement of Adjustments. Completion is usually within a 30-day window announced by the builder. ![Craig Johnston, REALTOR® — Coquitlam](https://soldbycraig.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/DSC1119-1-scaled.jpg) Craig's take > New construction in Coquitlam is the best value in the Tri-Cities right now — if you pick the right builder. The ones with a 20-year history of on-time completion, clean envelope performance, and strata engagement are a different product than the first-time builder coming up from the States. Due diligence on the builder matters more than due diligence on the floor plan. — Craig Johnston, REALTOR® · Macdonald Realty · Tri-Cities resident 47+ years ### Ready to tour a sales centre with a buyer's advocate? Every presale purchase benefits from someone who's done it dozens of times and isn't paid by the builder. A 30-minute strategy call maps out the right project, the right deposit structure, and the right exit strategy for your situation. [Book a Strategy Call →](/book-a-strategy-call-with-craig-johnston/) [Get a Home Evaluation](/home-evaluation/) Frequently asked ## Everything new-construction buyers ask Craig. What's the difference between presale and new construction? 'Presale' means buying from the builder before construction is complete (often 1–3 years out). 'New construction' broadly includes presale plus completed-but-never-occupied units. Both trigger 5% GST; only presale is governed by REDMA disclosure. How much deposit do I need for a Coquitlam presale? Typically 15–20% of the purchase price, paid over 3–4 instalments during construction. On a $800,000 presale, that's $40K on signing, $40K at 6 months, $40K at 12 months, and $40K at completion (approximately). What is REDMA? The Real Estate Development Marketing Act — BC's legislation governing presale marketing. REDMA requires builders to file a Disclosure Statement with BC Financial Services Authority and gives buyers a 7-day rescission right after receiving the DS. Are new-construction homes in Coquitlam covered by warranty? Yes — every licensed residential builder in BC must provide the '2-5-10' New Home Warranty: 2 years on labour and materials, 5 years on building envelope, 10 years on major structural defects. Can I assign a presale before completion? Only if the builder allows it. Most Coquitlam builders either prohibit assignments entirely or charge an assignment fee (1–3% of purchase price). Assignments after first occupancy also trigger GST and, if non-primary-residence, capital gains. Which Coquitlam builders should I avoid? I do not publicly name builders to avoid — that's a conversation for an in-person strategy call where we can review real data on specific projects. Key red flags: warranty disputes in public court records, repeated completion delays past the 12-month statutory window, and thin strata engagement post-completion. What is the outside completion date on a presale? Every Disclosure Statement names an outside completion date (typically 18–36 months from first pricing). If the builder exceeds it, the buyer has a statutory right under REDMA to rescind with full deposit return. This is a critical date to track. Do I need a realtor to buy a presale? Not legally — but you should use one. The builder's sales centre represents the builder, not you. A buyer's realtor adds independent DS review, negotiates upgrades and assignment terms, and costs nothing (the builder pays the co-op commission from their marketing budget). How does GST work on presales in Coquitlam? 5% GST applies on the purchase price. Homes priced at or below $350,000 qualify for the full New Housing Rebate of 36% (max $6,300). Rebate phases out between $350K and $450K. Above $450K, no rebate. When do Coquitlam presales typically appreciate — or depreciate? The first 12 months after completion often see a 3–8% drop as the initial buyer pool saturates the market. Strong projects recover within 18 months. Weak projects (oversupplied, poor strata governance, envelope issues) can lag the broader market for 3–5 years. Next reads ## Build the full picture. 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