Coquitlam Market Report — Week of May 11, 2026
Coquitlam Detached Prices Surge 11.5% Week-Over-Week While Inventory Climbs Across Both Segments
Coquitlam’s detached home market posted a sharp price jump this week, with the median sold price climbing from $1,515,000 to $1,689,000 — an 11.5% increase in a single week. At the same time, active listings rose in both segments: detached inventory grew from 445 to 455 listings, and attached climbed from 835 to 857. These numbers point to a market where demand remains active but supply is gradually expanding, giving buyers incrementally more options without yet tipping the balance in their favour. Browse current Tri-Cities listings →
In the attached segment — which includes townhomes and condos — the median sold price moved from $700,000 to $710,000, a modest 1.4% gain week-over-week. The sale-to-list ratio slipped slightly from 97.8% to 97.6%, indicating sellers are still achieving close to asking price but with marginally less competitive pressure than the prior week. On the detached side, the sale-to-list ratio improved from 96.6% to 95.9% — wait, it actually decreased — meaning detached buyers gained a small amount of negotiating room even as prices rose sharply. That combination of higher prices and a softer SP/LP ratio suggests the week’s sales may have included a higher proportion of premium or larger properties pulling the median upward, rather than a uniform price increase across all detached homes. With 455 detached listings and 857 attached listings now active in Coquitlam, the market is building a broader base of inventory heading into the late-spring window. Buyers who have been waiting on the sidelines should note that while prices remain elevated, conditions are not as intensely competitive as they were earlier in the spring cycle.
Market snapshot · Coquitlam · 11-May
Coquitlam — attached & detached at a glance
Attached (condos & townhomes)
Detached (single-family)
Key takeaways
Coquitlam’s detached median sold price rose from $1,515,000 to $1,689,000 between the weeks of May 4 and May 11, 2026 — an increase of $174,000 or 11.5%. This is a significant single-week move and likely reflects a mix of higher-end properties transacting rather than a uniform market-wide price shift. Buyers should track multiple weeks of data before drawing trend conclusions, but sellers of premium detached homes in Coquitlam are clearly finding willing buyers at strong price points.
The sale-to-list ratio for attached homes in Coquitlam dipped from 97.8% last week to 97.6% this week. While still strong — sellers are receiving roughly 97.6 cents on every listed dollar — the slight softening combined with growing inventory suggests the frenzied multiple-offer environment of early 2025 has moderated. Buyers making offers on Coquitlam townhomes and condos in May 2026 have a slightly better chance of negotiating than they did a year ago, though list prices remain largely supported.
Active listings in Coquitlam increased week-over-week in both categories: attached homes went from 835 to 857 listings, and detached homes rose from 445 to 455. This steady inventory build is a notable shift. More listings mean buyers have more comparables to assess, less urgency to overbid, and more time to conduct due diligence. For sellers, it underscores the importance of accurate pricing and strong presentation — homes that are priced at market are still selling close to ask, but overpriced listings now face more competition.
The detached sale-to-list ratio in Coquitlam fell from 96.6% to 95.9% this week, even as the median price surged. A ratio below 96% means the average detached buyer is negotiating roughly $68,000 below list price on a $1,689,000 home. This is not a distressed market, but it does confirm that detached buyers in Coquitlam currently have more room to negotiate than attached buyers, and that strategic offer pricing below list is a legitimate approach in this segment.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions answered
What is the average home price in Coquitlam in 2026?
As of the week of May 11, 2026, the median sold price for attached homes in Coquitlam — including condos and townhomes — is $710,000, while the median sold price for detached homes is $1,689,000. These figures represent the midpoint of recorded sales for that week and can shift from week to week based on the mix of properties that close.
Is it a buyer’s or seller’s market in Coquitlam in 2026?
As of May 2026, Coquitlam remains a moderate seller’s market, but conditions are easing. Attached homes are selling at 97.6% of list price and detached homes at 95.9% of list price, both of which indicate sellers retain pricing power. However, active listings have been rising — 857 attached and 455 detached — which gives buyers more choice and slightly more negotiating room than earlier in the year.
How long do homes sit on the market in Coquitlam in 2026?
While days-on-market data is not included in this week’s snapshot, the sale-to-list ratios for Coquitlam in May 2026 — 97.6% for attached and 95.9% for detached — suggest well-priced homes are selling relatively quickly. In a market where sellers are achieving close to asking price, properties typically move within two to four weeks when priced accurately. Overpriced listings in the current environment, with inventory rising, are likely sitting longer.
What is a good sale-to-list ratio in Coquitlam real estate in 2026?
A sale-to-list ratio above 100% means a home sold over asking price, which indicates a highly competitive market. In Coquitlam in May 2026, attached homes are selling at 97.6% of list price and detached homes at 95.9% of list price. Ratios in the 96% to 100% range are generally considered healthy and indicate a balanced-to-seller-leaning market. Anything below 95% would signal increasing buyer leverage and softer demand.
When is the best time to buy a home in Coquitlam in 2026?
For buyers in Coquitlam in 2026, the late spring and early summer window — May through July — tends to bring the highest inventory levels of the year, which means more selection and slightly less competitive pressure than the February-to-April peak. Current data from May 11, 2026 shows inventory rising in both attached and detached segments, and sale-to-list ratios slightly below their earlier-spring peaks, making this a relatively strategic window for buyers who have been waiting for more options.
Sebastian Czarkowski
REALTOR® · Royal LePage Elite West · Coquitlam, BC
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Data sourced from Paragon MLS® system · 11-May · For educational purposes only. Not intended as financial or legal advice.
Sebastian Czarkowski, REALTOR® | Royal LePage Elite West | sebastianrealestate.ca