New Westminster

New Westminster is BC's original capital — the historic Royal City — perched on a hillside above the Fraser River. With a compact footprint and a population of roughly 80,000, it punches well above its weight for walkability, transit, and character.

Neighbourhoods like Queen's Park, Sapperton, the West End, and Downtown each have a distinct identity. Queen's Park is famous for its century-old heritage homes; Downtown and Quayside offer riverfront condos with five SkyTrain stations within city limits.

It's a top pick for professionals who want a walkable urban lifestyle without Vancouver pricing.

Schools

New Westminster Secondary (the largest secondary in BC), Douglas College, and Justice Institute of BC.

Parks & Recreation

Queen's Park, Westminster Pier Park, and the Quayside Boardwalk.

Transit

Five Expo Line SkyTrain stations within the city.

Shopping & Dining

River Market, Columbia Street, and the Sapperton brewery district.

Community Events

Hyack Festival, Fraser River Festival, and Columbia StrEAT food truck fest.

Lifestyle

Heritage character, walkability, and unmatched SkyTrain density.

First-Time Buyers

Entry-level condos and townhomes, plus first-time buyer programs Sonny walks you through step by step.

Growing Families

Family-sized homes near top schools, parks, and recreation — the kind of neighbourhood you grow into, not out of.

Investors & Relocators

Strong rental demand, future development upside, and relocation support for buyers moving in from out of province.

Heritage neighbourhood with century-old homes and the Queen's Park Arena.

Riverfront park with playgrounds and the historic SS Samson V.

Food hall, shops, and the public market on the Fraser.

Historic 'Golden Mile' with restored Edwardian storefronts.

Arts and conference centre downtown.

Brewery row and the Royal Columbian Hospital district.