Coquitlam Market Report — Week of May 18, 2026
Coquitlam Detached Prices Jump $131K in One Week as Inventory Climbs Across Both Segments
Coquitlam’s detached home market posted a significant price jump this week, with the median sold price rising from $1,689,000 to $1,820,000 — a $131,000 increase in seven days. At the same time, active listings are expanding in both segments: detached inventory climbed from 455 to 466 homes, while attached listings moved from 857 to 878. Buyers are gaining more selection, but sellers are still achieving strong sale-to-list ratios, keeping this firmly in balanced-to-seller territory depending on the property type. Browse current Tri-Cities listings →
The attached market in Coquitlam held its median sold price steady at $710,000 this week, unchanged from the prior week, while the sale-to-list ratio remained firm at 97.6%. With 878 active attached listings — up 21 units from last week — buyers have slightly more negotiating room, but the near-98% SP/LP ratio signals that well-priced condos and townhomes are still moving close to asking price. The detached segment tells a more dynamic story: the median sold price surged to $1,820,000, up sharply from $1,689,000, while the sale-to-list ratio improved from 95.9% to 96.5%. That combination — rising price and rising SP/LP — suggests detached demand accelerated meaningfully this week despite the modest inventory gain to 466 active listings. Sellers in the detached segment appear to be pricing with more confidence, and buyers are meeting them closer to that mark.
Market snapshot · Coquitlam · 18-May
Coquitlam — attached & detached at a glance
Attached (condos & townhomes)
Detached (single-family)
Key takeaways
Coquitlam’s detached median sold price jumped from $1,689,000 to $1,820,000 between the week of May 11 and May 18, 2026. A single-week move of this magnitude reflects either a shift in the mix of homes sold toward larger or more desirable properties, or a genuine acceleration in buyer demand at the upper end of the detached market. Either way, it reinforces that the Coquitlam detached segment is not softening.
The average sale-to-list ratio for detached homes in Coquitlam improved from 95.9% last week to 96.5% this week. On a $1,820,000 median price, that 0.6-point gain translates to buyers conceding roughly $10,900 less below list price on average. Sellers who price accurately are capturing stronger final offers, and the trend line is moving in their favour.
Active attached listings in Coquitlam rose 21 units to 878 this week, yet the median sold price stayed anchored at $710,000 and the SP/LP ratio held at 97.6%. Rising inventory without a price decline indicates that demand is absorbing new supply at a healthy pace. Buyers searching for condos and townhomes in Coquitlam in 2026 will find more options but should not expect significant price reductions given current absorption.
Combined, Coquitlam now has 1,344 active listings across attached and detached segments — up from 1,312 the prior week. This steady inventory build is consistent with the seasonal spring pattern and gives buyers more choice heading into summer. However, until SP/LP ratios fall meaningfully below 96%, the market remains tilted toward sellers in both segments. Buyers should be prepared to submit competitive offers with limited conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions answered
What is the average home price in Coquitlam in 2026?
As of the week of May 18, 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 $1,820,000. These figures represent completed sale transactions and reflect actual purchase prices, not list prices.
Is it a buyer’s or seller’s market in Coquitlam in 2026?
Coquitlam is currently in a seller’s market for both attached and detached homes as of May 2026. Attached homes are selling at an average of 97.6% of list price, and detached homes are selling at 96.5% of list price. Sale-to-list ratios above 96% consistently indicate that sellers hold pricing power and buyers have limited leverage to negotiate below asking price.
How long do homes sit on the market in Coquitlam in 2026?
Days-on-market data is not captured in this week’s snapshot, but the high sale-to-list ratios — 97.6% for attached and 96.5% for detached as of May 18, 2026 — indicate that well-priced Coquitlam homes are selling quickly. Properties priced at or near market value in Coquitlam are typically receiving offers within one to two weeks in the current environment.
What is a good sale-to-list price ratio in Coquitlam real estate in 2026?
A sale-to-list ratio above 100% means a home sold over asking price, which signals a hot market. A ratio between 96% and 99% — where Coquitlam currently sits for both attached and detached homes in May 2026 — indicates a healthy seller’s market where buyers are paying close to list price. Ratios below 95% begin to indicate buyer’s market conditions with meaningful room to negotiate.
When is the best time to buy a home in Coquitlam in 2026?
In Coquitlam’s current 2026 market, inventory is growing through the spring season — active listings rose to 878 attached and 466 detached homes as of May 18 — giving buyers more selection than earlier in the year. However, prices and SP/LP ratios remain strong, so waiting for a significant price correction is not supported by current data. Buyers who are financially ready and find a suitable property should act with a well-prepared offer rather than timing the market.
Sebastian Czarkowski
REALTOR® · Royal LePage Elite West · Coquitlam, BC
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Data sourced from Paragon MLS® system · 18-May · For educational purposes only. Not intended as financial or legal advice.
Sebastian Czarkowski, REALTOR® | Royal LePage Elite West | sebastianrealestate.ca