Communities: New Westminster Real Estate
New Westminster, “the Royal City”, is a city of about 79,000 people on the Fraser River, right in the centre of Metro Vancouver. In September 2026 the benchmark price of a typical New Westminster home was $719,600, down 8.2% from a year earlier and about a third below the Greater Vancouver benchmark (Greater Vancouver REALTORS®). I’m David Reimers, a Greater Vancouver REALTOR® since 2004, and I’ve helped many buyers and sellers in New West.
New Westminster at a Glance
- Population: 78,916 (2021 Census, Statistics Canada), one of the most densely populated cities in Canada
- Transit: five Expo Line SkyTrain stations (22nd Street, New Westminster, Columbia, Sapperton and Braid), with direct trains to downtown Vancouver
- Location: central to Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Surrey and Richmond
- Schools: School District 40 (New Westminster)
- Health care: Royal Columbian Hospital in Sapperton
- Homes: condos downtown, at the Quay and in Uptown; heritage houses in Queen’s Park; newer houses and townhouses in Queensborough
New Westminster Home Prices (September 2026)
| Home type | Benchmark price | 1-year change |
|---|---|---|
| All homes (composite) | $719,600 | −8.2% |
| Detached house | $1,356,900 | −10.4% |
| Townhouse | $854,200 | −6.8% |
| Apartment / condo | $579,900 | −7.5% |
MLS® Home Price Index benchmark prices: the price of a typical home of each type, not a valuation of any particular property. Source: Greater Vancouver REALTORS®, September 2026. For your own home, request a free home evaluation.
David’s Take on New Westminster
“New West is nice and central, with excellent transit and a short commute to downtown Vancouver. It also has real history, and its homes offer decent value compared with much of Greater Vancouver.” — David Reimers
The numbers back that up. In September 2026 the typical New Westminster home was benchmarked about $356,000 (33%) below the Greater Vancouver composite. Comparing like with like, New West condos were about 15% below the Greater Vancouver apartment benchmark, townhouses about 16% below and detached houses about 24% below. The typical home was also about 18% below Burnaby North and 36% below Vancouver East.
A Little New Westminster Real Estate History
Founded in 1858 and named by Queen Victoria (which is why it’s called the Royal City), New Westminster was the first capital of the Colony of British Columbia in the 1860s. The Great Fire of 1898 destroyed most of downtown and some residential areas. Much of the city was rebuilt over the following decade, and many of those buildings, along with dozens of heritage homes from the 1800s, still stand today.
That history still matters when you buy. Queen’s Park is a Heritage Conservation Area: depending on a house’s protection level, owners may need a Heritage Alteration Permit for some renovations, demolition, a new house or a laneway home. Check a property’s status with the City before you write an offer.
New Westminster Neighbourhoods
Downtown and the Quay
Condo towers along the Fraser River near New Westminster station, the River Market and the riverfront boardwalk.
Uptown
The shopping area around Sixth Street and Sixth Avenue, with older low-rise buildings and newer condo towers.
Queen’s Park
Tree-lined streets of character and heritage houses around Queen’s Park itself, inside the Heritage Conservation Area.
Sapperton
Home to Royal Columbian Hospital and the Sapperton and Braid SkyTrain stations, with a mix of older houses, townhouses and newer condos.
Queensborough
On the eastern tip of Lulu Island across the North Arm of the Fraser, linked by the Queensborough Bridge, with many newer houses and townhouses.
West End and Connaught Heights
Mostly detached-home neighbourhoods on the Burnaby side of the city, close to 22nd Street station.
Fraserview, GlenBrooke North, Moody Park, North Arm and The Heights round out the city. Use the neighbourhood searches below to see current listings in each.
Buying a Home in New Westminster
- Read the strata documents. Much of New West is condos and townhouses, so review the depreciation report, recent minutes and any planned levies before you write an offer.
- Check heritage status. In Queen’s Park, confirm what renovations are allowed before you buy.
- Ask about flood information near the river. For homes in Queensborough and along the Fraser, ask about flood-plain information and insurance.
- Test your commute. Try the SkyTrain or the drive from the homes you like at the times you’d travel.
Get new New Westminster listings sent to you first with Hot Property Updates, browse New Westminster townhouses for sale, or read about first-time buyer programs.
Selling a Home in New Westminster
With prices below last year, pricing correctly from day one matters more than ever. I’ll show you what similar New Westminster homes have actually sold for and where your home fits against today’s competition. Start with a free home evaluation or see what a nearby home sold for.
New Westminster Real Estate FAQs
How much does a home cost in New Westminster?
In September 2026 the MLS® benchmark was $719,600 for all homes, $1,356,900 for a detached house, $854,200 for a townhouse and $579,900 for a condo.
Is New Westminster cheaper than Burnaby or Vancouver?
On average, yes. In September 2026 the typical New Westminster home was benchmarked about 18% below Burnaby North and about 36% below Vancouver East.
How many SkyTrain stations does New Westminster have?
Five, all on the Expo Line: 22nd Street, New Westminster, Columbia, Sapperton and Braid.
Which school district serves New Westminster?
School District 40 (New Westminster).
Why is New Westminster called the Royal City?
Because Queen Victoria chose its name. Founded in 1858, it was the first capital of the Colony of British Columbia.
Thinking of buying or selling in New Westminster? Get in touch.
Sources: Statistics Canada 2021 Census; Greater Vancouver REALTORS® September 2026 Statistics Package; City of New Westminster; TransLink; The Canadian Encyclopedia.
Browse New Westminster Real Estate:
- Connaught Heights Homes
- Downtown NW Homes
- Fraserview NW Homes
- GlenBrooke North Homes
- Moody Park Homes
- North Arm Homes
- Quay Homes
- Queens Park Homes
- Queensborough Homes
- Sapperton Homes
- The Heights NW Homes
- Uptown NW Homes
- West End NW Homes
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