Coquitlam, one of Greater Vancouver's initial bedroom communities, offers six central neighborhoods perfect for those seeking mainly single-family homes and duplexes, complemented by a few townhomes and condos. Coquitlam West, Harbour Chiens, and Central Coquitlam, among others, are favored for their accessibility to amenities, schools, and affordability. Over 70% of residents in the Maillardville-Central West areas own their homes, and the city has a significant New Canadian population, primarily from China, South Korea, and Iran. Coquitlam boasts excellent connectivity, with highways linking to nearby cities and a range of transit options, including the West Coast Express and Skytrain. The recent Evergreen Extension of the SkyTrain further enhances commuter convenience, spanning from Coquitlam Town Centre to Lafarge-Lake Douglas.

Residents of the Coquitlam Maillardville-Central West areas have access to the revamped 41-acre Lougheed Town Centre, which boasts hundreds of stores, eateries, a transit hub, and 23 condo and office towers, marking it as Canada's most extensive new master-planned community. Nearby shopping venues include Burquitlam Plaza, offering essentials like Shoppers Drug Mart and CIBC, and Como Lake Village, which provides medical facilities, eateries, and various retail outlets. Central Coquitlam offers diverse dining choices, ranging from fast food to fine dining, encompassing cuisines like Vietnamese and Greek. Additionally, the renowned Port Moody Ale Trail, home to four craft breweries, is just a stone's throw away.

Central Coquitlam residents enjoy the expansive Mundy Park, the city's largest urban forest spanning 176 hectares, equipped with trails, sports fields, recreational amenities, and an outdoor pool. The park's trails, including one encircling the entire park, offer serene views of Mundy and Lost Lakes. As a temperate rainforest, it houses diverse wildlife, from owls to occasional black bears. In the cultural realm, Maillardville's Place des Arts, established in 1972, promotes arts education across various disciplines. Real estate in Coquitlam Central West, especially Maillardville, offers genuine value compared to places like Vancouver or Richmond, presenting a blend of old and new homes, alongside a few condos and townhomes. The area is served by School District No. 43, BC's third-largest, with numerous schools, including private ones like the Traditional Learning Academy.