Downtown Homes & Real Estate - New Westminster, BC

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Downtown, New Westminster, BC Real Estate Market

Downtown is next to the Fraser River in a fantastic location, which means that homes here boast impressive water views and only steps away from a boardwalk that stretches for miles.

Downtown, New Westminster highrise, midrise, and lowrise apartments and condominiums are perfect choices for many prospective buyers. The buildings in the community offer 1 to 2 bedroom units with 1 to 2 bathrooms, and home sizes range starting at 500 square feet through 897 square feet. 

Prices for homes for sale in Downtown, New Westminster consider factors such as size, location, and condition of the property. Homes can be found starting at around $300K’s.

Downtown, New Westminster, BC Community Amenities

Although Downtown, New Westminster is often most associated with its row of shops that display the latest collections, locals will attest that there is much more to do and discover. Downtown New Westminster is an amenity rich hub with parks, grocery stores, fitness studios, and a movie theatre. Those with pets will be thankful for New Westminster’s dog-friendly parks, with two dedicated off-leash areas. 

Ideally located within, residents enjoy The River Market at Westminster Quay, a food lover's haven with well loved restaurants and food festivals, Craft Cafe, Cosy Yarns, and Pottery Works to name a few. In the evening unwind and enjoy appetizers and craft beer sampling with friends and family at nearby pubs like Judge Begbie’s and Hops.

The transit friendly hub makes getting around New Westminster simple with an array of transit options available. Commuters going to work or play can rely on the SkyTrain station, located at 8th and Columbia, which provides access to the Expo line, connecting New Westminster to Vancouver, Burnaby, and Surrey. 

Those who prefer to be outside travel from point A to point B on foot or bike. A boardwalk located within steps sets along New West Quay and is arguably the most scenic place to adventure, while cyclists have simple access to routes, both on and off-road, with community maps outlining various ways. 

Downtown, New Westminster, BC School Information 

Downtown New Westminster is a small city and home to a broad mix of students leading to a unique diversity and vibrancy within our schools. From kindergarten through to grade 12, classrooms within the New Westminster Schools district boast innovative learning and academic excellence, as well as co-curricular opportunities for our learners.

New Westminster Schools has been providing quality public education to our residents since the 1920s. The New Westminster School District is committed to ensuring that students become self-assured and self-sufficient adults who can live successfully in an ever changing environment.

Schools located near the Downtown community include: 

Connaught Heights Elementary School

2201 London St, New Westminster, BC

Pre Kindergarten - Grade 5

Student Enrollment: 175

Herbert Spencer Elementary School

85 Merivale Street, New Westminster, BC

Pre Kindergarten - Grade 6

Student Enrollment: 480

Queen Elizabeth Elementary School

921 Salter Street, New Westminster,BC

Kindergarten - Grade 7

Student Enrollment: 430

Fraser River Middle School

800 Queens Ave, New Westminster, BC

Grade 6 - Grade 8

Student Enrollment: 299

New Westminster Secondary School

820 Sixth Street, New Westminster,BC

Grade 8 - Grade 12

Student Enrollment: 2,000

Byrne Creek Secondary School

18th Street, Burnaby, BC

Grade 8 - Grade 12

Student Enrollment: 1,022

*Disclaimer: Always check with your local school district to confirm zoning, attendance, and enrollment eligibility.

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