Greater Vancouver has over 16,000 active listings and a sales-to-active ratio of 10.9%, firmly buyer's market territory. Homes still sell every day. Here's what the ones that sell well have in common.

1. Price to today's market, not last spring's. Benchmark prices are down about 5–7% year over year. A sharp price draws showings in the first two weeks, when interest is highest.

2. Invest in presentation. Professional photography, video and staging help your listing stand out among dozens of similar homes.

3. Market beyond MLS®. Targeted social media, video tours and print reach buyers who aren't actively scrolling listings yet.

4. Prepare documents up front. Strata minutes, depreciation reports and recent upgrades...

On September 2, the Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25%. The next decision is October 28, 2026.

Why the hold?

Inflation has hovered around 3%, pushed up mainly by gas prices. Without gasoline it was 2.2%, and core measures were close to 2%. The Bank flagged higher inflation risks and uncertainty from new US tariffs, and said it is ready to adjust as needed.

What it means for you

• Variable-rate borrowers: Your payment stays steady for now.

• Buyers: Rates are far below the 2023 peak. Combined with lower home prices and high inventory, affordability has improved. Get a rate hold with your pre-approval.

• Renewing soon: Many owners who locked in five years ago at very low rates face a reset. Talk to...

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...

For years, first-time buyers in the Lower Mainland were told to wait. Today the numbers look different.

Prices are lower than a year ago

The Greater Vancouver apartment benchmark is $682,500, down 6.2% year over year. In New Westminster the composite benchmark is $719,600, down 8.2%. In the Fraser Valley, the apartment benchmark is $461,800 and townhomes are $745,300.

You have choice

With active listings well above long-term averages in both Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, you can compare homes, negotiate and include subject clauses that protect you.

The tax savings are real

BC's First Time Home Buyers' Program exempts you from property transfer tax on the first $500,000 of the price for homes...

If you've been waiting for the Greater Vancouver market to give buyers some breathing room, September delivered. According to Greater Vancouver REALTORS®, 1,717 homes sold last month, down 8.4% from September 2025 and 25% below the 10-year seasonal average.

Prices are softening across every property type

The composite benchmark price is now $1,075,900, down 5.5% from a year ago:

• Detached: $1,784,700 (down 7.3%)

• Townhouse: $1,016,700 (down 4.7%)

• Apartment: $682,500 (down 6.2%)

Inventory is high

There are 16,394 active listings, 24% above the 10-year seasonal average. The overall sales-to-active ratio is 10.9%. When that ratio stays under 12%, prices historically face downward pressure, which is exactly...

By Elio, Alex & Nicola — City to Suburb Real Estate Group, RE/MAX City Realty

With B.C.’s provincial election approaching on October 24, housing is once again a major issue for voters — and understandably so. For homeowners, buyers, renters, investors and developers, provincial policies can have a meaningful impact on the cost and availability of housing.

But how much could this election actually change the real estate market?

The short answer is: potentially quite a bit over time, but probably not overnight.

Here’s a look at the key housing issues being discussed and what they could mean for the B.C. real estate market.

Where the Market Stands Today

It’s important to look at the market before looking...