Port Moody

Port Moody sits at the head of Burrard Inlet, earning its nickname “City of the Arts” through a genuine commitment to public art that goes far beyond token gestures. Murals transform ordinary walls into storytelling canvases, while the annual Golden Spike Days celebrates the city’s role as the western terminus of Canada’s first transcontinental railway. That railway heritage runs deep—Port Moody was literally where the last spike connected British Columbia to the rest of Canada by rail.

The community’s 33,500 residents enjoy something increasingly rare in Metro Vancouver: a small-town feel with big-city access. Rocky Point Park stretches along the waterfront, offering everything from fishing piers to outdoor concerts, while the shoreline trail connects neighborhoods without forcing everyone onto congested arterials. Housing reflects this balance—30% single-family homes mixed with apartments and townhouses, creating density that doesn’t feel overwhelming.

Professional services dominate the employment landscape at 13.2%, followed by healthcare and retail, suggesting residents often work locally rather than commuting downtown. The $115,000 median household income supports this theory, indicating people aren’t just bedroom community refugees but active participants in a functioning local economy.

Climate zone 8b means gardeners can grow plants that struggle elsewhere in BC, and the warming trend over recent decades has only expanded those possibilities. The combination of protected inlet waters and mountain backdrop creates microclimates that make outdoor living genuinely appealing year-round.

We don’t currently lend in Port Moody (0% maximum LTV), as our focus remains on communities outside the Greater Vancouver area where other lenders often overlook opportunities. For brokers working with clients in smaller BC communities, we’re the MIC that goes where others won’t.