Port Moody Centre · Updated 2026-04-21

Port Moody Centre: The complete buyer and seller guide

For professionals, young families and right-sizers looking at Port Moody's walkable urban core — where SkyTrain, waterfront and breweries meet.

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Last updated: April 21, 2026 · Written by Craig Johnston, REALTOR® V99960

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How to use this guide

Port Moody Centre 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.

Market snapshot

Real Port Moody Centre numbers updated for April 2026.

Where to buy

Sub-neighbourhood breakdown with specific streets and buildings.

Right fit for you?

Honest fit check — who thrives here and who should keep looking.

Your questions

12 questions I answer on every call.

Port Moody Centre — April 2026 snapshot

The market you are buying or selling into

Median 1-bed condo

$648K

+1.4% YoY

Median 2-bed condo

$898K

+2.1% YoY

Median townhome

$1.24M

+1.9% YoY

Days on market

Faster than Tri-Cities avg

Active listings

118

~3.2 months supply

Sale-to-list

98.7%

Balanced, leaning seller

Why this market works

Why Port Moody Centre keeps winning with buyers who do the homework

Three things shape every Port Moody Centre transaction in 2026. First: the Evergreen Line changed the math. Moody Centre Station puts downtown Vancouver 35 minutes away, and that single fact pulled in a decade of condo development — Suter Brook, Klahanie, and the SkyTrain-adjacent infill. Buyers who work downtown but don't want to pay Vancouver prices now have a real alternative.

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.

Port Moody Centre lifestyle — trails, waterfront, community

How buyers think about value

The three buyer archetypes I see in Port Moody Centre

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 Port Moody Centre 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.

Port Moody Centre 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.

Port Moody Centre 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 — Port Moody Centre 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 sub-neighbourhoods inside Port Moody Centre

Port Moody Centre is a single SkyTrain ride, five distinct micro-neighbourhoods. Here's how locals actually break it down:

Suter Brook Village

Master-planned walkable core

Onni-built podium-and-tower village with The Grande, Aria, The Crown, Nash and The Residences. Amenity-rich (pool, gym, lounges), 4–22 storey mix, and ground-floor retail. Suits professionals, right-sizers and families who prioritize walkability over space.

Moody Centre (Station Area)

SkyTrain-adjacent, dining and breweries

The blocks radiating from Moody Centre Station — Murray Street, St. Johns, Electronic Avenue, Spring Street. Brewers Row, the Rocky Point food scene, and the West Coast Express layer on top. Condo-dominant but with character infill.

Inlet Centre & Newport Village

Original town centre, low-rise and retail

The Newport Village plaza and surrounding low-rise condos — Chelsea Gate, Westhampton, Brookmere. Ioco Road corridor. Walkable, established, more mature demographic than Suter Brook.

Klahanie

Polygon-built hillside village

A self-contained master-planned community with its own gym, pool, and caretaker. Multiple low-rise buildings, concrete high-rises, and townhomes. Popular with families for the amenities and the quiet setback from Ioco Road.

Home-type guide

Townhome or detached in Port Moody Centre?

Two different buyers, two different right answers. I don't push you toward one — I match you to the math that fits your life.

Townhome path

Best for first-time move-up, dual-commuter couples, empty-nesters right-sizing

Townhomes in Port Moody Centre 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.

Detached path

Best for long-term family homes, privacy, yards, renovation potential

Detached homes in Port Moody Centre 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 Port Moody Centre is organized

Port Moody Centre neighbourhood layout and surroundings

Geography shapes every buying decision in Port Moody Centre. Here's how the pieces actually fit together.

Second: the Rocky Point / breweries / waterfront triangle is the lifestyle anchor. The ownership premium you pay here versus equivalent square footage in interior Coquitlam is buying access to Rocky Point Park, Brewers Row, the Inlet Trail, and Suter Brook's retail strip — not just a condo. Buyers who don't use that lifestyle will overpay; buyers who do will find the premium worth every dollar.

Third: the building stock is bimodal. You have polished master-planned Onni and Polygon product (Suter Brook, Klahanie) with full amenities, and you have older 1980s–2000s low-rise stock in Inlet Centre / Newport Village that's often 30–40% cheaper per square foot. Picking the right side of that split for your life stage is the single biggest decision — I'll walk you through it on the call.

What actually matters on the ground

What buyers and sellers should actually know about Port Moody Centre

Recent activity snapshot

A directional read on recent Port Moody Centre activity

These are composite examples of recent Tri-Cities closes — representative of what buyers and sellers are actually seeing on the ground right now. For the current live MLS picture, book a call and I'll pull the exact comparables for your short-list.

Condo — 2 bed / 2 bath

$648K

Port Moody Centre · 920 sq ft · 12 yrs

Sold 2% over ask, multiple offers, 7 days on market. Buyer was pre-approved and moved on the same day as inspection review.

Townhome — 3 bed / 2.5 bath

$985K

Port Moody Centre · 1,520 sq ft · 2016 build

Sold 1% under ask after 14 days. Clean inspection, healthy strata. Buyer negotiated $10K off for appliance credit.

Detached — 4 bed / 3 bath

$1.65M

Port Moody Centre · 2,380 sq ft · lot 7,800 sf

Sold 3% under list after 22 days. Second round of offers after a price adjustment. Inspection flagged roof age — priced into final.

1 bed + den condo

$495K

Port Moody Centre · 620 sq ft · walk to SkyTrain

Sold at list in 9 days. First-time buyer used PTT exemption. Full depreciation report reviewed pre-offer, no red flags.

Market-timing calendar

When Port Moody Centre 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 Port Moody Centre 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 72 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 Port Moody Centre.

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 Port Moody Centre red flags I protect my clients from

This is the list I go through on every Port Moody Centre file — before we write, not after. A smart buyer's biggest advantage is knowing the traps in advance.

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Depreciation report red flags

On any strata property in Port Moody Centre, 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.

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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.

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Zoning & overlay traps

Parts of Port Moody Centre 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.

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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.

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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.

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Off-market & pre-MLS timing

Some of the strongest Port Moody Centre 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

Port Moody Centre 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 Port Moody Centre actually fits in your short-list.

Neighbourhood	Price range	Character	Who wins here	When to pick it
Port Moody Centre	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.

Real client story

Case study: downtown professional couple from Yaletown

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A recent close I'm proud of

Two professionals, mid-thirties, selling a 650 sq ft 1-bed in Yaletown for $915K. Commute was fine but they wanted a home office, a dog, and weekend hiking without a 2-hour drive. We toured Suter Brook, Klahanie, and Moody Centre Station-area 2-beds across three weekends. They bought a 970 sq ft 2-bed + den at Aria (Suter Brook) for $958K — same mortgage, 48% more square footage, a dedicated office, and a 4-minute walk to SkyTrain. Both commutes actually got shorter once they factored in SkyTrain reliability vs downtown congestion. Closed in 34 days.

That's the kind of work I do on every file — not just the flashy ones.

What clients say

Recent client reviews

Five-star across dozens of reviews — the themes clients repeat back: honest advice, deep pre-offer diligence, zero pressure, clear communication.

★★★★★

Craig was the second agent we interviewed — and it wasn't close. He walked us through four buildings before we even wrote an offer, pulled depreciation reports we'd never have thought to check, and talked us out of a unit that felt great but had a looming special levy. We ended up in a smarter purchase at a better price.

First-time buyers, Port MoodyClosed Feb 2026

★★★★★

We'd been burned on our last move by an agent who just wanted a commission. Craig was the opposite — he told us on day one our timeline was too tight and pushed us to wait six weeks. That single piece of advice saved us from a bad buy. When we did write, he negotiated $42K off list.

Move-up family, CoquitlamClosed Nov 2025

★★★★★

As a seller, what I appreciated most was the honesty. Craig priced our home to actually move — not to win the listing. We were in multiples within 11 days, sold 3% over ask, and had a clean subject-free offer by day 14. Zero drama, zero wasted time.

Seller, Port CoquitlamClosed Mar 2026

Local knowledge that doesn't show up in listings

Craig's take on buying and selling in Port Moody Centre

Craig Johnston, REALTOR® V99960 — Tri-Cities specialist

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 Port Moody Centre before anyone writes anything, that's genuinely the best use of my time and yours.

Book a 30-minute call

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 Port Moody Centre 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 Port Moody Centre 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

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.

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.

Pre-offer diligence

Depreciation reports, meeting minutes, comparable sales, inspection booking, subject strategy, financing coordination. I do the work before you write, not after.

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.

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.

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.
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."
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.
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.
What's your average time-on-market and sale-to-list for this price range?Hard numbers tell you more than testimonials do.
How do you communicate — text, email, calls? How fast should I expect a response?Set expectations upfront. "Within 24 hours, typically within 4 hours during active search" is a healthy answer.
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 Centre to downtown Vancouver?

Moody Centre Station to Commercial-Broadway is ~20 minutes on the Millennium Line; transfer there or at Burrard to reach downtown in roughly 35 minutes door-to-door. Peak service is every 3–5 minutes. For buyers weighing Yaletown vs Port Moody, real-world commute difference is often 10–15 minutes each way.

What's the difference between Suter Brook, Klahanie, Newport Village and Moody Centre?

Suter Brook is newer (2013+), Onni-built, walkable-village with ground-floor retail. Klahanie is Polygon-built, amenity-heavy, set back from the main road. Newport Village is the original town centre — older low-rises, established retail plaza, more mature resident mix. Moody Centre (station-area) is the newest infill, with both character conversions and new mid-rise. All walk to SkyTrain within 10 minutes.

Is Port Moody Centre good for families with young kids?

Yes, with caveats. You get Rocky Point Park, the Inlet Trail, strong catchments (Moody Elementary, Moody Middle, Port Moody Secondary), and a walkable urban feel. What you don't get is detached-home yard space — most inventory is condo or townhome. Families who want yards typically move to Heritage Mountain or Westwood Plateau; families who prioritize walkability and amenities stay in the Centre.

Which Port Moody Centre building has the best amenities?

Klahanie is the most amenity-rich — dedicated pool, full gym, party room, caretaker — because it was designed as an integrated community. Suter Brook's Aria and The Grande are close seconds. Newport Village low-rises have minimal amenities but offer significantly lower maintenance fees. I'll match your priorities to the building economics on our call.

What's the typical maintenance fee in Port Moody Centre condos?

2026 ranges: newer Suter Brook towers $0.48–$0.62/sq ft/month, Klahanie $0.50–$0.65 (more amenities), older Newport Village low-rises $0.38–$0.48, and Moody Centre station-area newer mid-rises $0.52–$0.62. Always read the depreciation report and contingency reserve before offering — I do this on every building I show you.

Is Moody Centre Station walking distance from every building?

From Suter Brook: 4–7 minutes. From Klahanie: 7–10 minutes. From Newport Village: 10–13 minutes. From the newest Moody Centre infill: 2–4 minutes. Anything advertised as SkyTrain-close but more than 12 minutes walking is stretching the definition.

Are Port Moody Centre condos a good investment for rental yield?

They are among the better yields in the Tri-Cities for units in the $600K–$900K band — strong tenant demand from professionals and downsizers, low vacancy, consistent rent growth. Newer buildings (Suter Brook, Klahanie, Moody Centre infill) command premium rents; older Newport Village stock offers better cap rates. On a call I'll run specific building numbers against your buy price.

What are the trade-offs vs buying in Burke Mountain for the same price?

Port Moody Centre trades interior space and yard for walkability, SkyTrain, and the waterfront/brewery lifestyle. For $1.1M you can buy a 3-bed townhome in Burke Mountain with a yard OR a 2-bed + den condo in Suter Brook with walk-score 90+. Neither is better — they serve different buyers. I've sold both to happy clients. The right answer depends on how much of your week you spend at home vs. elsewhere.

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®

Licensed V99960 The Macnabs 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.

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“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.”

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“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.”

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“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!”

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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.

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