It's the move our team is named after: trading city square footage for a yard, an extra bedroom and a little more breathing room. In fall 2026, the math is as compelling as it's been in years.

Benchmark prices, September 2026

• Detached: $1,784,700 in Greater Vancouver vs. $1,300,000 in the Fraser Valley

• Townhouse: $1,016,700 vs. $745,300

• Apartment: $682,500 vs. $461,800

That's roughly $485,000 less for a detached home and $270,000 less for a townhouse.

Buyers have leverage

The Fraser Valley Real Estate Board reports 922 sales in September, down 4% from last year, with 9,763 active listings, 31% above the 10-year average. The detached benchmark is down 8.8% year over year and about $460,000 below its March 2022 peak.

Homes are taking longer to sell

Detached homes averaged 45 days on market, townhomes 38 and condos 46. That gives you time to compare neighbourhoods and negotiate.

The sell-and-move-up opportunity

If you own a condo or townhouse in the city, the gap between what you sell for and what you buy in the suburbs may be smaller than you think. We can run both sides of the numbers for you.

Thinking about the move? Call City To Suburb Real Estate Group at 604-626-1483 or email info@citytosuburb.ca and let's map it out.

Sources: Greater Vancouver REALTORS® and Fraser Valley Real Estate Board September 2026 market reports.