Port Moody

Port Moody sits at the head of Burrard Inlet like a gateway between Vancouver’s urban sprawl and the North Shore mountains, earning its nickname “City of the Arts” through decades of fostering creative communities. This isn’t your typical Metro Vancouver suburb—it’s where SkyTrain’s West Coast Express terminates, making it both connected and distinct from the downtown rush.

The community’s transformation from industrial mill town to cultural hub shows in its housing mix. While 30% live in single-detached homes, nearly half the residents call apartments and rowhouses home, creating density without the tower-heavy feel of Vancouver proper. With a median household income of $115,000 and 48% holding bachelor’s degrees or higher, Port Moody attracts professionals who want mountain views without mountain commutes.

Tekamar doesn’t currently lend in Port Moody (our maximum LTV here is 0.0%), but that tells its own story about real estate values in this corner of Metro Vancouver. The city’s position between Coquitlam and Burnaby, combined with its waterfront location and established transit connections, creates the kind of market dynamics that keep properties moving through traditional channels.

What makes Port Moody unique isn’t just its location—it’s the deliberate cultivation of arts and outdoor culture. The city hosts festivals year-round, maintains extensive trail networks connecting to regional parks, and has built a reputation for supporting local artists and musicians. Rocky Point Park anchors the waterfront with views across to Vancouver, while Sasamat Lake offers swimming that feels worlds away from city life.

The stable unemployment rate and diverse professional services economy reflect a community that’s found its rhythm between suburban comfort and urban accessibility.