Uptown

New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Uptown, New Westminster is $709,900, across 171 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 74 days.

54 new listings came to market in Uptown in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $597 per square foot, based on the 160 listings that report floor area.

Condos in Uptown are listed at an average of $521,579 across 76 active listings.

Detached homes in Uptown are listed at an average of $1,631,692 across 48 active listings.

Commercial properties in Uptown are listed at an average of $156,771 across 14 active listings.

Vacant land in Uptown are listed at an average of $2,920,483 across 12 active listings.

City living, Royal City pace

About Uptown

Uptown New Westminster sits on the ridge above Downtown, a compact, lived-in district where daily errands are a matter of minutes, not mileage. The neighbourhood’s spine—6th Street and 6th Avenue—funnels you past the Royal City Centre, local grocers, cafés, and services that have made this one of Metro Vancouver’s most complete “no-car-needed” pockets. With a Walk Score that reads like a dare (96), the rhythm here is sidewalks, storefronts, and quick detours to Moody Park’s trees or the stadium lights at Queen’s Park.

The housing stock tells the story of a postwar growth spurt and the city’s long-running role as a practical alternative to Vancouver prices. Mid-century rental towers and purpose-built apartments still shape the skyline, joined by newer condos and low-rise strata buildings that appeal to first-time buyers who want an address that feels urban without the downtown premium. The population is a mix of young professionals commuting by SkyTrain and bus connections, small families drawn by parks and nearby schools, and downsizers who want amenities close and maintenance low.

Real estate in Uptown tends to trade on convenience and value: buyers get livability, services, and transit access, often at a more approachable price point than Burnaby or Vancouver’s west side. Expect steady demand for well-run concrete buildings and updated suites, while older stock can reward those comfortable with renovations, strata diligence, or the quirks of mid-century layouts. In a city where neighbourhood identity can change block by block, Uptown remains reliably itself—busy, walkable, and anchored by everyday needs rather than weekend spectacle.

Market pulse

Uptown in New Westminster currently has 210 active listings with a median asking price of $828,500, averaging $610/sqft and about 74 days on market, pointing to a market where buyers have time to compare options and negotiate. With 64 new listings in the past 30 days adding fresh supply, investors can be selective on entry price and target value in well-located, efficiently sized units while monitoring days-on-market trends for additional leverage.

Getting around

Walk Score 96 · Transit Score 57 · Bike Score 75

Frequently asked questions about Uptown

What is the average home price in Uptown?

The median asking price in Uptown, New Westminster is $709,900, across 171 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $1,107,348. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Uptown?

There are 171 active MLS® listings in Uptown, New Westminster as of August 12, 2026. 54 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Uptown?

Homes currently listed in Uptown, New Westminster have been on the market an average of 74 days as of August 12, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.

What types of homes are for sale in Uptown?

Of the 171 homes currently listed in Uptown, New Westminster, 44% condos, 28% detached houses, 8% commercial properties, 7% vacant land.

Is Uptown walkable?

Uptown has a Walk Score of 96 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as a Walker's Paradise — daily errands do not require a car. Transit Score is 57. Bike Score is 75.

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