Development in Maple Ridge

High-Growth Community • Expanding Transit • Diverse Development Opportunities

Maple Ridge is one of the fastest-growing and most active development markets in the Fraser Valley and Metro Vancouver region. Supported by strong housing demand, an updated Official Community Plan (OCP), significant transit improvements, and ongoing revitalization of its urban core, Maple Ridge is emerging as a top destination for multi-family developers, investors, and homebuyers seeking affordability and long-term value.

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A Market Defined by Growth, Affordability & Expansion

With a larger land base and more flexible planning framework than many neighbouring cities, Maple Ridge offers:

  • More affordable land acquisition costs
  • Strong pre-sale absorption for townhomes and condos
  • A rapidly expanding population
  • Attractive pricing compared to Tri-Cities & Surrey
  • Strong appeal for young families and first-time buyers

This combination has made Maple Ridge a major hub for new multi-family supply, with several large-scale developers actively building long-term pipelines here.

Key Development Areas: Town Centre • Albion • Silver Valley • Hammond

Town Centre: Maple Ridge’s Growing Urban Core

The Town Centre is the heart of Maple Ridge’s higher-density growth, supported by:

  • Updated Town Centre Area Plan promoting mid-rise and high-rise development
  • Transit access including West Coast Express & rapid bus service
  • Ongoing mixed-use, rental, and condo projects
  • Streetscape improvements & civic investments

With a focus on walkability, employment, and urban living, the Town Centre is becoming a major hotspot for mid-rise developers, rental investors, and commercial mixed-use proposals.

Albion: A Master-Planned Suburban Growth Node

Albion remains one of Maple Ridge’s most active low- and medium-density development areas.

What Drives Albion’s Growth

  • Large master-planned communities
  • Strong demand for townhomes and small-lot homes
  • New schools, commercial amenities & recreation spaces
  • Predictable, long-term development planning

This area is ideal for developers focused on townhome projects, single-family clusters, and community-scale planning.

Silver Valley: Nature-Focused, Family-Centric Development

Silver Valley continues to see high demand for modern suburban living surrounded by nature.

Key Silver Valley Strengths

  • Extensive trail systems and ecological amenities
  • A large portion of Maple Ridge’s future low-density residential land
  • High buyer demand for townhomes and detached homes
  • Supportive neighbourhood planning through phased area plans

Silver Valley remains one of Maple Ridge’s most attractive markets for family-focused homebuilders and long-term phased development.

Hammond: Historic Community with Strategic Redevelopment Potential

Hammond is evolving through a blend of heritage preservation and redevelopment.

What Makes Hammond Unique

  • Proximity to West Coast Express
  • OCP-supported infill and density transition
  • Affordable redevelopment opportunities
  • Strong demand for walkable, transit-friendly housing

With the Hammond Area Plan guiding growth, this community is becoming a focal point for townhome, low-rise, and mixed-use infill projects.

The Maple Ridge OCP: Planning for Growth & Community Livability

Maple Ridge benefits from multiple transportation and infrastructure strengths:

  • West Coast Express direct commuter rail into Downtown Vancouver
  • RapidBus B-Line connecting to Coquitlam Central SkyTrain
  • Golden Ears Bridge access to Surrey & Langley
  • Lougheed Highway improvements supporting east–west travel

As transit expands, demand for urban living and multi-family housing near transportation hubs continues to rise.

Why Maple Ridge Is a Strategic Market for Developers & Investors

Maple Ridge offers attributes rarely combined in Metro Vancouver:

  • More affordable entry points for land and multi-family development
  • Strong pre-sale absorption driven by family-oriented demand
  • Long-term inventory potential for builders
  • Diverse redevelopment opportunities across multiple neighbourhoods
  • A forward-looking OCP positioned for smart, scalable growth

For developers seeking both volume and affordability, Maple Ridge is one of the most compelling markets in the Fraser Valley.

Work With a Team Who Knows Maple Ridge’s Development Landscape

The Pontaletta Group provides deep expertise in:

  • Multi-family and mixed-use site evaluation
  • OCP interpretation & land-use strategy
  • Pricing, absorption trends & market timing
  • Off-market land acquisition & assemblies
  • Long-term portfolio planning for investors

From Town Centre high-density sites to suburban development land in Silver Valley or Albion, we help you make strategic, confident decisions.

Ready to Explore Development Opportunities in Maple Ridge?

Connect with The Pontaletta Group to:

  • Review your property’s OCP & redevelopment potential
  • Identify assembly opportunities
  • Access active and off-market development sites
  • Receive a detailed, data-backed opinion of value
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