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March Sales Up 25% in the Interior Housing Market

The Interior housing market report for March revealed a 25.1% increase in residential sales from February and an 11.9% rise from last March. Inventory also grew, with over 3,000 active listings in Central Okanagan. Benchmark prices increased in most categories, notably a $49,900 rise in North Okanagan townhouses.

Okanagan Market Has a Strong Start to the Year

The Interior BC real estate markets saw increased sales and new listings, surpassing levels from December and January 2024. Benchmark prices increased across the Okanagan and Shuswap/Revelstoke regions, with the highest increase of 11% seen in South Okanagan. Kamloops prices dipped across all property types.

Interior Housing Market Rebounds as December Sales Surge

The Association of Interior Realtors reports signs of a normalizing housing market in Interior regions after a year of declining sales and values. December saw 716 residential sales, up over 30% from the previous year. Total 2024 sales value was $3.15 billion, slightly less than 2023's $3.36 billion.

Thompson-Okanagan Property Values Remain Flat

BC Assessment's latest data reveals mostly flat or modest growth in Thompson-Okanagan home values, with assessments changing between -5% and +5%. In contrast, Kootenay Columbia communities saw a 0% to +10% range. The Southern Interior's total assessments rose from $315 billion to nearly $323 billion.

Penticton Approves Permit for 6-Storey Mixed-Use Project

Penticton Council approved a development permit for six-storey mixed-use building with 30 apartments and 1,180 sq. ft. of commercial space at 686 Martin St. The project includes 20 one-bedroom and 10 two-bedroom units, plus parking for cars, motorcycles, and bicycles. The plan aligns with the OCP and passed unanimously.

Interior Real Estate Sales Surge 20% Amid Stable Prices

November real estate sales in the Interior were 20% higher than last year, defying usual seasonal slowdowns. Despite stable prices, activity benefited from recent interest rate cuts. Single-family and townhouse prices rose in the Central and North Okanagan, while South Okanagan saw declines in all categories.