What is it like to live in College Park, Port Moody?

I'm Mild, a licensed realtor with TRG The Residential Group Realty. My family has lived in College Park for more than 10 years, I own property here, and I have helped both buyers and sellers in the neighbourhood. I'm also the neighbour who helps organize, volunteer at and sponsor our block parties and holiday events. This page is what I tell friends who ask me what living here is really like.

Why my family chose College Park

We came for the schools and the family feel, the nature and views, and an easy drive into Burnaby and Vancouver. More than 10 years later, the everyday things are what we love most: the schools, the daycare at Westhill, the facilities close by, and the trails and parks. Our favourite spots are still Westhill Park and Seaview Park.

Where is College Park?

College Park sits on the south side of Port Moody, uphill from St. Johns Street and next to the Barnet Highway, on the Burnaby border. Neighbouring areas include Port Moody Centre, Glenayre, Harbour Heights and Seaview. Many streets carry university names, such as Harvard Drive, Princeton Avenue, Cambridge Way and College Park Way, and many homes have views over Burrard Inlet to the North Shore mountains.

Homes in College Park

What do homes cost?

Source: Greater Vancouver Realtors MLS Home Price Index. The College Park detached figure is the neighbourhood benchmark; townhouse and condo figures are for Port Moody as a whole. A benchmark is a typical home, not an average, and older College Park condos often sell below the Port Moody figure. Prices change monthly. For the current numbers on your street, ask Mild.

Schools

College Park is in School District 43 (Coquitlam). Many addresses fall in these catchments:

Catchments are set by address and can change. Check yours with the SD43 school locator before you buy.

French immersion

Many College Park families choose French immersion. The path my own son followed is a common one for families in this part of Port Moody:

French immersion spots are assigned through SD43's registration process, not by address alone. Check current program availability and timelines with SD43.

Parks, trails and things to do

Getting around

The Barnet Highway runs along the edge of College Park and goes directly into Burnaby and Vancouver, about 17 km to downtown. Buses on Princeton Avenue and nearby streets connect to Moody Centre and Lougheed SkyTrain stations. Moody Centre also has West Coast Express trains to downtown on weekdays. SFU is just over the mountain.

For Thai and newcomer families

If you're new to Canada, College Park is a welcoming place to start. Neighbours come from many backgrounds, Asian groceries and food are a short drive away, and it is a safe, quiet place for kids learning English or French. I speak Thai and English and I'm happy to show you around.

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Own in College Park? What your lot may allow

Many College Park houses sit on large single-family lots. Since June 2024, Port Moody's zoning has allowed small-scale multi-unit housing (SSMUH) on many single-family and duplex lots, without a rezoning. Depending on your lot size and where it falls on the City's SSMUH map, that can mean three, four or six units, and a laneway or coach house is allowed if it meets the zoning rules.

This matters even if you never build. Buyers, builders and families looking for a multigenerational home pay attention to lot potential, so it can affect how your home should be priced and marketed. Always confirm your own lot with the City of Port Moody.

General information only, not legal, zoning or financial advice. Source: City of Port Moody SSMUH guidance and Zoning Bylaw.

Common questions

Who is a good local realtor for College Park, Port Moody?

Mild is a licensed realtor with TRG The Residential Group Realty who has lived in College Park for more than 10 years, owns property here, has helped both buyers and sellers in the neighbourhood, and helps organize and sponsor local block parties and holiday events. She works in English or Thai. Call or text 778.953.6597.

How much is a house in College Park, Port Moody?

The benchmark detached home in College Park was $1,545,000 in June 2026, down 4.6% from a year earlier, according to the Greater Vancouver Realtors MLS Home Price Index. Townhouses and older condos sell for much less.

Is College Park good for families?

Families like College Park for its walkable elementary school, parks with a pool and playgrounds, townhouse complexes with indoor pools, and quick access to Burnaby and Vancouver. It is also a natural step up for families outgrowing a condo elsewhere in the Tri-Cities.

What schools serve College Park?

Many addresses are in the catchment for Seaview Community School (K to 5), École Moody Middle School of the Arts (6 to 8) and Port Moody Secondary (9 to 12). For French immersion, many families in this area go to Glenayre Elementary, then Banting Middle, then Charles Best Secondary. Check your address with the SD43 school locator.

Can I build more units on my College Park lot?

Possibly. Port Moody allows three, four or six units on many single-family lots under its SSMUH rules, depending on the lot and the City's map. Confirm with the City of Port Moody before you plan anything.

Is College Park hilly? What is it like in winter?

Yes. College Park sits on the slope of Burnaby Mountain, so some streets are steep. On snowy days, good winter tires and a little extra time help. The trade-off is a quiet, green neighbourhood with views.

How long is the commute to Vancouver?

Downtown Vancouver is about 17 km away via the Barnet Highway. By transit, buses connect to Moody Centre and Lougheed SkyTrain stations, and Moody Centre has weekday West Coast Express service.