Here’s a look at the Vancouver Real Estate Market Report for October 2017
Home sales for October 2017 in Metro Vancouver were 15% above the 10 year October average sales, mostly townhouses and condos. The sales-to-active listings ratio for October 2017 in Vancouver was 52.9%: by property type, detached homes – 13%, Townhouses – 34.2%, and Condos – 55.8%. Analysts suggest that downward pressure on home prices occur when the ratio falls below the 12% mark for a sustained period, and an upward pressure when it remains over 20%. Total number of properties currently listed for sale on the MLS in Greater Vancouver has decreased 0.1% compared to Oct 2016 and a 3.5% decrease compared to September 2017.
“Conditions continue to vary significantly based on property type. The detached home market is well supplied with homes for sale, which is relieving pressure on prices,” Jill Oudil, REBGV president said. “It remains a much different story in the townhouse and apartment markets. Buyers of these properties continue to have limited supply to choose from and are seeing upward pressure on prices.”
A Look at the Vancouver Housing Stats
October 2017 median sales price of Condos in Vancouver was at $748,500 up 27.9% from a year ago. Townhouse in Vancouver median sales price $1,167,000 up 26.8% from a year ago. Detached single family homes median sales price was $2,150,000 down 6.2% from a year ago. Total October 2017 inventory for Vancouver Condos 975 down 33.0% from a year ago, Townhouses 219 down 3.5%, and detached homes 1,653 up 12.3% from a year ago. The average time a Vancouver property was on the market is 24 days, down 7.7% from a year ago.
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Vancouver Housing Stats That are Important to You
The Condo Market HPI* – Live Feed
The Detached Home Market HPI – Live Feed
The Townhouse Market HPI – Live Feed
Average Days on Market – All Properties
What Does this All Mean?
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What Does this Mean if you are Buying a Property in Vancouver?
These times in Vancouver purchasing a property can be challenging. Condos and Townhouses especially, have been in the hot seat for the last year, with 6 out of every 10 selling these days, you are sure to go up against competitive buyers wanting the same property you want. Detached single family homes have slowed down due to affordability, with 2 out of every 10 homes selling these days, buyers are able to be more selective with the homes they want knowing there is less competition out there.
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What Does this Mean if you are Selling a Property in Vancouver?
Think back to 2 years ago when anything and everything that went on the market for detached single family homes, sold. That market has changed today, many home owners are now staging their property to get its full potential value. On average, detached single family homes are getting 97.2% of the asking price. Condos and Townhouses are experiencing more interest than detached single family homes due to affordability.
Realtors have to be on the ball with having skill and techniques to maneuver through the many facets of home selling, it’s not as easy as just putting a sign on the lawn expecting a mad rush of buyers at an open house these days. Relying on and trusting your realtor to get you the most amount of money is critical for you to ensure you move on to where you need to go. Allow me to show you some of my clients testimonials, it speaks very clear on my performance. No two transactions are alike, and you need someone who’s on the top of their game to help you. Get in contact with me today to start this process, Find out what your home is worth.
Real Estate Terms You Should Know
Home Price Index*?
The MLS® Home Price Index is modelled on the Consumer Price Index which measures the rate of price change for a basket of goods and services including food, clothing, shelter, and transportation.
Instead of measuring goods and services, the HPI measures the change in the price of housing features. Thus, the HPI measures typical, pure price change (inflation or deflation).
Not your ‘Average’ price
The HPI benchmarks represent the price of a typical property within each market. The HPI takes into consideration what averages and medians do not – items such as lot size, age, number of rooms, etc. These features become the composite of the ‘typical house’ in a given area.
Each month’s sales determine the current prices paid for bedrooms, bathrooms, fireplaces, etc. and apply those new values to the ‘typical’ house model.
