Category: Market Updates

Metro Vancouver’s housing market took another step back in October, as both home sales and new listings declined compared to the same time last year. Economic uncertainty, a surprise Bank of Canada interest rate increase, and provincial and municipal election activity appear to have prompted many buyers and sellers to pause and reassess their plans. […]

Metro Vancouver’s housing market continued to cool in September, with overall home sales down 8.4% compared with September 2025. The decline was driven primarily by the apartment market, while detached and attached home sales recorded modest year-over-year increases. According to Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR), 1,717 homes sold in September, 25% below the 10-year seasonal average. […]

September 2026 | Metro Vancouver The summer 2026 real estate market ended on a softer note, with sales continuing to trail last year and well below historical averages. According to the Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR), 1,869 homes sold in Metro Vancouver in August, down 4.6% from August 2025 and 20.7% below the 10-year seasonal average […]

July 2026 | Metro Vancouver After a promising start to the summer, Metro Vancouver’s housing market took a step back in July. Home sales on the MLS® fell nearly 10% compared with July 2025, reversing the gain seen in June. The latest numbers suggest that buyers and sellers remain cautious, with neither strong enough to […]

📈 Metro Vancouver Real Estate Market Update | June 2026 There are encouraging signs that buyer confidence is returning to the Metro Vancouver housing market. 🏡 Home sales increased 9.6% year-over-year in June, with detached homes, townhomes, and condos all posting gains—a positive shift that hasn’t been seen in quite some time. Here’s what stood […]

The latest data from Greater Vancouver REALTORS® points to a market that remains balanced overall, with the apartment segment experiencing the most weakness. Key points: 1. Sales remain sluggish Demand remains muted despite lower borrowing costs compared to previous years. 2. Inventory remains elevated Buyers continue to have plenty of choice, which is limiting price […]

Home sales across Metro Vancouver remain relatively stable year-over-year, but a clear shift is underway beneath the surface—different property types are moving in different directions. In April, there were 2,110 home sales, down just 2.5% from last year, but still nearly 23% below the 10-year average, reflecting a market that remains cautious overall. What stands […]

As we move into the spring market, Metro Vancouver’s housing activity remains steady—but cautious. Both buyers and sellers are taking a more measured approach, resulting in a balanced market with subtle shifts depending on property type. 📊 Market Snapshot 🏘️ Inventory & Listings ⚖️ A Balanced Market Current conditions point to a balanced market, leaning […]

New normal for Metro Vancouver’s housing market continues Metro Vancouver home sales registered on the MLS® in February continued the recent trend of slower-than-average sales, seeing a ten per cent decline over the same period last year. The Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) reports that residential sales in the region totalled 1,648 in February 2026, a […]

Last year’s market trends continued in January as home sales registered on the MLS® in Metro Vancouver were 28.5 per cent lower than last year, setting the year off to a quieter start. The Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) reports that residential sales in the region totalled 1,107 in January 2026, a 28.7 per cent decrease […]