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New property listed in Out of Town, Out of Town

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:38:44 GMT

I have listed a new property at 3029 Spruce Drive in No City Value. See details here

NO VACANCY TAX, NO EMPTY HOME TAX. SEE MLD IN DOCS: 1954 home extensively reno'd over the years. Measured by ProperMeasure Buyer to verify.

I have sold a property at 11677 203 Street in Maple Ridge

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:21:16 GMT

I have sold a property at 11677 203 Street in Maple Ridge on Jan 20, 2026. See details here

CUTE SPRAWLING RANCHER with DOUBLE garage. This home features three bedrooms and one bathroom. Walk into your bright vaulted ceiling living room and dining room with gas fireplace. Over 1,100sqft of entertainment space plus a great deck off the kitchen for summer barbeques. Master bedroom is a good size with a walk in closet and a jack n jill bathroom. The yard is a generous size with over 4,000sqft lot, wonderful for kids and dogs to play. New roof in 2011. New furnace and hot water tank in 2018. Forced air heating, you can easily add A/C. Central location with shops, eateries and cafe's. Minutes form Golden Ears and West Coast Express. Walking distance to Hammond Elementary.

I have sold a property at 26360 127 Avenue in Maple Ridge

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:28:35 GMT

I have sold a property at 26360 127 Avenue in Maple Ridge on Jan 22, 2026. See details here

Prestigious Whispering Falls! Sitting on a 1-acre lot, this extensively renovated 5 bed, 5 bath family home offers nearly 4000sf of functional living space with a triple car garage. Enjoy a permitted SECONDARY 2-STOREY DETACHED GARAGE w/3 bays+ A LOFT+ WORKSHOP. This beautiful home features 3 bedrooms upstairs with a huge primary bedroom and newly renovated kitchen overlooking an award-winning garden and parkland setting. Downstairs you'll find a grand INLAW SUITE (potential for 2 separate suites). The 1300+sf detached garage is a dream come true for any car enthusiast and home business PLUS a 500sf workshop for all your hobbies! The home has just been extensively renovated in 2025. Truly a beautiful property. Watch the virtual tour video!

I have sold a property at 12535 216 Street in Maple Ridge

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:17:52 GMT

I have sold a property at 12535 216 Street in Maple Ridge on Dec 9, 2025. See details here

Beautiful Character family home on a 16,500+sqft very private lot. Offers 4 beds, 2 offices, and grand entertainment areas with easy indoor-outdoor living. French doors lead to your lush garden oasis, vegetable patch, and a massive covered patio for intimate dinner parties. Stunning architectural features hardwood flooring, high ceilings, amazing craftsmanship, carpentry detailing, and lots of natural light. Cozy up in the winter to your wood burning fireplace. In the summer lounge in your tranquil garden, listening to the song birds. Central Location. BUILDERS & INVESTORS ALLERT! This property has HUGE potential for subdivision into 2 lots or rezoning opportunity according to Bill 44 with potential for 4-PLEX/6-PLEX – Check with City of Maple Ridge! Call your Realtor today.

Open House. Open House on Sunday, November 9, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:08:01 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 12535 216 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Sunday, November 9, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

BUILDERS & INVESTORS ALLERT! This property has HUGE potential for subdivision into 2 lots or rezoning opportunity according to Bill 44 with potential for 4-PLEX/6-PLEX – Check with City of Maple Ridge! 16500+sqft FLAT CORNER LOT. This well-loved family home offers 4 beds, two offices, and grand entertainment areas with easy indoor-outdoor living. French doors lead to your lush garden oasis, vegetable patch, and a massive covered patio for dinner parties for the whole family. Your character home features hardwood flooring, high ceilings, amazing craftsmanship, carpentry detailing, and lots of natural light. Cozy up in the winter to your wood burning fireplace. In the summer lounge in your private garden, listening to the song birds. Central Location. Call your Realtor today.

I have sold a property at 207 20350 54 Avenue in Langley

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 09:13:11 GMT

I have sold a property at 207 20350 54 Avenue in Langley on Oct 13, 2025. See details here

Beautifully renovated 3 bed 2 bath condo, is a place to call home. New kitchen with new appliances, new bathroom vanities, plus new paint and flooring. Expanding over 1000sqft, featuring a great entertainment area with a gas fireplace for cozy winters, a bay window reading nook, and access to 150sqft+ balcony over looking the tree tops for summer BBQ's. Your massive master bedroom has his and her closets plus a tub to relax in. The 2 other bedrooms are a good size for kids and they have their own bathroom with walk-in shower. Nothing to do but move-in and enjoy. In-suite Laundry, Parking, Storage - ALL YES! Central location, steps to shops, eateries, and the new skytrain extension line. Don't miss this amazing home. Watch the virtual tour! And call your realtor today.

Open House. Open House on Sunday, November 2, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:10:47 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 26360 127 Avenue in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Sunday, November 2, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, November 2, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:10:47 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 11677 203 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Sunday, November 2, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, October 26, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:09:33 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 26360 127 Avenue in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Sunday, October 26, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, October 26, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:09:33 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 11677 203 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Sunday, October 26, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

CUTE SPRAWLING RANCHER with DOUBLE garage. This home features three bedrooms and one bathroom. l,120sqft of entertainment space and a great deck off the kitchen for summer barbeques. The yard is a generous size with over 4,000sqft lot, wonderful for kids and dogs to play. Central location with shops, eateries and cafe's. Minutes form Golden Ears and West Coast Express. Walking distance to Hammond Elementary. CALL YOUR REALTOR TODAY! Open House October 26th 2-4pm.

I have sold a property at 56 9025 216 Street in Langley

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 09:15:52 GMT

I have sold a property at 56 9025 216 Street in Langley on Oct 8, 2025. See details here

Sophisticated 1,930sqf townhouse in sought after Coventry Woods gated community. This beautiful 2-story home features TWO Living Rooms, TWO dining rooms, powder room, TWO car garage, plus a private backyard with extended patio and gas hookup for your summer BBQs surrounded by greenery. UP-STAIRS - Primary Bedroom with WALK-IN CLOSET and ENSUITE, TWO good-sized bedrooms, plus an office (could be a 4th bedroom). This pristine home feels like a large detached house without the maintenance. Enjoy the resort style amenities - outdoor pool, hot tub, gym, billiards table plus a party room. The complex roofs were all redone in 2022! Pets Welcome. Click on Virtual Tour! And call your Realtor today for your private showing.

New property listed in Southwest Maple Ridge, Maple Ridge

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:15:11 GMT

I have listed a new property at 11677 203 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

New property listed in Websters Corners, Maple Ridge

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:15:11 GMT

I have listed a new property at 26360 127 Avenue in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House. Open House on Sunday, October 19, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:15:11 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 11677 203 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Sunday, October 19, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, October 19, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:15:11 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 26360 127 Avenue in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Sunday, October 19, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

I have sold a property at 42 8138 204 Street in Langley

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 09:11:18 GMT

I have sold a property at 42 8138 204 Street in Langley on Sep 23, 2025. See details here

CORNER UNIT, TWO DOOR DOUBLE GARAGE. This beautiful home at sought after Ashbury & Oak in popular Willoughby! This sophisticated 3 bed+ flex space (could be 4th bedroom) corner unit features lots of natural light, modern design, S/S appliances. Open concept floor plan features large open kitchen dining room plus a powder room on main. Plenty of room to entertain with 9' ceilings, fireplace and a good size balcony for your BBQ. Large Side by side 2 car garage, 2.5 bath. Enjoy the 8,000 sq. ft. Kinfolk House - this residents' only resort-style clubhouse has an outdoor swimming pool, fully-equipped gym, indoor playground and guest suites. Convenient location, easy access to all levels of schools, shopping, rec centre and Hwy ! Minutes from the Langley Events Center. Priced to Sell! Act fast.

Open House. Open House on Sunday, October 5, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:11:24 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 207 20350 54 Avenue in Langley. See details here

Open House on Sunday, October 5, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, October 5, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:11:24 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 56 9025 216 Street in Langley. See details here

Open House on Sunday, October 5, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Open House. Open House on Saturday, September 27, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 09:12:32 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 12535 216 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Saturday, September 27, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

16500+sqft FLAT CORNER LOT in prestigious 5th Avenue Estates. A place to call home. This well-loved family home offers 4 beds, two offices, and grand entertainment areas with easy indoor-outdoor living. French doors lead to your lush garden oasis, vegetable patch, and a massive covered patio for dinner parties for the whole family. Your character home features hardwood flooring, high ceilings, amazing craftsmanship, carpentry detailing, and lots of natural light. Cozy up in the winter to your wood burning fireplace. In the summer lounge in your private garden, listening to the song birds. Parking for 4 cars. Central location, Shopping, Alouette Lake, The Patch Brewery. INVESTOR ALERT! Development Opportunity, Subdivide, Rezone, currently medium density zoned. Call for information

New property listed in Willoughby Heights, Langley

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 09:10:43 GMT

I have listed a new property at 42 8138 204 Street in Langley. See details here

Open House. Open House on Sunday, September 21, 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 09:11:12 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 12535 216 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Sunday, September 21, 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, September 14, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 09:11:05 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 207 20350 54 Avenue in Langley. See details here

Open House on Sunday, September 14, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, September 7, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:12:48 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 207 20350 54 Avenue in Langley. See details here

Open House on Sunday, September 7, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Welcome to Coventry Gate! This over 1000 square foot 3 bed 2 bath condo is fully updated with new appliances, paint and kitchen. Walking distance to the upcoming skytrain extension and shopping in the heart of Langley City. Features include a Gas fireplace for cozy winter evenings, tennis court and an incredibly huge balcony with access from all bedrooms. Pet friendly building. See virtual tour! Open House Sunday Sept 7th 2-4

I have sold a property at 32450 Grebe Crescent in Mission

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 09:12:03 GMT

I have sold a property at 32450 Grebe Crescent in Mission on Aug 17, 2025. See details here

Beautiful 5 bedroom home on an 8,713 sqft flat lot. Lower level features your garage plus a 2 bedroom mortgage helper with additional laundry, private patio, and separate entrance. Upstairs you'll find your nicely finished living area with bright white-paneling, natural wood accents, and bay window. Perfect well designed layout for entertaining your family and guests. Walkout from your kitchen to a private deck overlooking a well-kept backyard perfect for watching your kids play. Proudly call this place home. Three parking spots, RV parking. Family oriented neighborhood. INVESTOR ALERT! Future potential development with R558 zoning. Up to a fourplex or 4 infill townhomes subject to zoning rules and design.

Open House. Open House on Sunday, August 31, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:12:02 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 207 20350 54 Avenue in Langley. See details here

Open House on Sunday, August 31, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

New property listed in Langley City, Langley

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:10:56 GMT

I have listed a new property at 207 20350 54 Avenue in Langley. See details here

Open House. Open House on Sunday, August 24, 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:10:25 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 56 9025 216 Street in Langley. See details here

Open House on Sunday, August 24, 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Welcome to the desirable gated community of Coventry Woods! This beautifully maintained community features a clubhouse with outdoor pool and hot tub. The townhome features a large spacious layout with 3 Bedrooms and Den up, attached garage and a private backyard with patio and bbq gas hookup for entertaining. Updated throughout, this home is move in ready and has the feel of a large detached house without the maintenance.Coventry Woods has no age restrictions! Call your Realtor today for your private showing. Click on Virtual Tour! Open house aug 24th 1-3

Open House. Open House on Saturday, August 23, 2025 3:00PM - 5:00PM

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:10:25 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 12535 216 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Saturday, August 23, 2025 3:00PM - 5:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, August 24, 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:10:06 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 56 9025 216 Street in Langley. See details here

Open House on Sunday, August 24, 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Open House. Open House on Saturday, August 23, 2025 3:00PM - 5:00PM

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:10:06 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 12535 216 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Saturday, August 23, 2025 3:00PM - 5:00PM

Open House. Open House on Saturday, August 16, 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:10:38 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 56 9025 216 Street in Langley. See details here

Open House on Saturday, August 16, 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Open House. Open House on Saturday, August 16, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:10:38 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 12535 216 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Saturday, August 16, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, August 17, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:10:38 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 32450 Grebe Crescent in Mission. See details here

Open House on Sunday, August 17, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

New property listed in Walnut Grove, Langley

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 09:09:25 GMT

I have listed a new property at 56 9025 216 Street in Langley. See details here

Open House. Open House on Saturday, August 9, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 09:10:22 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 12535 216 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House on Saturday, August 9, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

New property listed in West Central, Maple Ridge

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 09:10:48 GMT

I have listed a new property at 12535 216 Street in Maple Ridge. See details here

Open House. Open House on Saturday, August 2, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 09:10:48 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 32450 Grebe Crescent in Mission. See details here

Open House on Saturday, August 2, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, August 3, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 09:10:48 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 32450 Grebe Crescent in Mission. See details here

Open House on Sunday, August 3, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

New property listed in Mission BC, Mission

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 09:09:23 GMT

I have listed a new property at 32450 Grebe Crescent in Mission. See details here

Open House. Open House on Saturday, August 2, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 09:09:23 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 32450 Grebe Crescent in Mission. See details here

Open House on Saturday, August 2, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, August 3, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 09:09:23 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 32450 Grebe Crescent in Mission. See details here

Open House on Sunday, August 3, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

I have sold a property at 7710 Swift Drive in Mission

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:08:22 GMT

I have sold a property at 7710 Swift Drive in Mission on Jul 11, 2025. See details here

This bright and modern 3 bedroom rancher is on a large flat over 7000 sq ft lot.The entire home has been updated and upgraded ready to move in and enjoy. The open concept kitchen features butcher block counters, newer appliances, open shelving & an island. Main bath is beautifully renovated & includes in floor heating. Laundry rm off the kitchen offers the possibility of a second bathroom! New roof in 2017, NEW HWT 2020,New fencing, New washer,dryer and fridge,newly paved driveway & lots of storage room! Enjoy summers in your private backyard that boasts a concrete deck w/covered pergola, firepit and outdoor tv. A 16' gate to the backyard allows for RV PARKING.Savvy Investors! Official Community Plan says Urban Residential (up to four dwelling units possibly)

Open House. Open House on Saturday, June 28, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 09:09:01 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 7710 Swift Drive in Mission. See details here

Open House on Saturday, June 28, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Open House. Open House on Sunday, June 29, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 09:09:01 GMT

Please visit our Open House at 7710 Swift Drive in Mission. See details here

Open House on Sunday, June 29, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM

New property listed in Mission BC, Mission

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 09:08:09 GMT

I have listed a new property at 7710 Swift Drive in Mission. See details here

This bright and modern 3 bedroom rancher is on a large flat over 7000 sq ft lot.The entire home has been updated and upgraded ready to move in and enjoy. The open concept kitchen features butcher block counters, newer appliances, open shelving & an island. Main bath is beautifully renovated & includes in floor heating. Laundry rm off the kitchen offers the possibility of a second bathroom! New roof in 2017, NEW HWT 2020,New fencing, New washer,dryer and fridge,newly paved driveway & lots of storage room! Enjoy summers in your private backyard that boasts a concrete deck w/covered pergola, firepit and outdoor tv. A 16' gate to the backyard allows for RV PARKING or access off a quiet CULDESAC that is right across the street from a park.

I have sold a property at 12698 61b Avenue in Surrey

Fri, 23 May 2025 09:09:37 GMT

I have sold a property at 12698 61b Avenue in Surrey on Jan 14, 2025. See details here

Prominent PANORAMA RIDGE is calling you home. BEAUTIFUL OVER 6,000sqft CORNER LOT. THREE story EXECUTIVE property expands over 8 bedrooms, 6 baths, TWO master beds, plus two extra on the top floor with a grand bedroom on the main floor, including 2 +1 suites. Close to 4,000sqft of living space with natural light pouring into your TWO living rooms, grand dining room and chefs’ kitchen featuring a commercial grade stove. Entertain your family and friends with pride. FEATURES: spacious 2 car garage, massive laundry room, extra storage shed, outdoor parking for 4 vehicles, ample of street parking, in-ground sprinkler system. BUY WITH EASE: Newish Furnace and Hot Water Tank. SCHOOLS: JT Brown Elementary School, Tamanawis Secondary School. Call your Realtor!

What if you had choices?

Wed, 07 May 2025 20:05:25 GMT

Highlights of Dexter’s April 2025 report

Active listing count at the highest since 2014
Sales down 24% in April year-over-year
Sellers continue to be very active in the market
Buyer’s advantage continue

It’s 2022, 2021, 2016, 2015—or any time buyers were looking for a home—and whether they found the perfect home to purchase for the first time, to move up to, to downsize to, or to invest in, there were other buyers who felt the same way, and the multiple-offer dance began. What if you had choice? What if all buyers had choices so they didn’t have to compete? Welcome to 2025—buyers now have a much greater selection of homes to choose from. Sellers have that, too, when they want to buy after selling. Metro Vancouver’s real estate market currently has the most selection of homes available since 2014. Active listing counts are at their highest since then. But in 2015, buyers again started to ask, “What if I had more to choose from? Take advantage of this opportunity—it may change before we know it.

Elections and taxes, two things we can’t avoid. And two things that take up our attention and did so in April. Will the newly elected prime minister improve upon the record of the previous elected prime minister? With a minority government, he will be held more accountable without the NDP’s support to prop up his government. Promises to eliminate the GST on new construction for first time buyers will provide stimulus in some markets but may also encourage the construction of smaller units in larger markets. This doesn’t help the missing middle. More needs to be done on this. New homes don’t materialize from promises alone. And our prime minister will meet with the U.S. President on May 6^th, in hopes of reaching tariff agreements. All the while many buyers have held off on moves they desperately want to make, and with more selection we could start to see those moves unfold.

There were 2,163 properties sold in Greater Vancouver in April after 2,091 properties sold in March, 1,827 properties sold in February, and 1,552 properties sold in January. This is not your traditional spring market. The news cycle took buyers’ focus more than the MLS® last month as distractions like the federal election and ongoing economic and political uncertainty kept buyers on the sidelines. But it’s not all bad. Properties that are well priced and attractive to buyers are selling, even the odd multiple offers sale spilled into the market in April. The backlog of buyers continues to grow, and at some point, they will jump into the market in greater numbers to take advantage of the much healthier stock of homes available. Even with the Bank of Canada holding its overnight rate at their meeting in April, interest rates are lower than historical norms.

Greater Vancouver home sales in April have outpaced the previous month in 2025 so far, but those monthly sales are still tracking below last year. Sales in April were down 24% compared to April last year after sales in March were down 13% compared to March 2024. Squamish was the lone bright spot with sales up 33% above last year in April, and up in all product segments. And while sales continue to lag behind an already underwhelming 2024, May could lead to a jump in sales with some positive news. It wouldn’t be the first time when May significantly outperformed April in volume of sales. In 2019, April sales in Greater Vancouver were 1,850 and jumped up to 2,669 in May that year. And with the increase in listing inventory this year, there will be plenty for buyers to choose from.

Heading east, the Fraser Valley region saw sales in April down 29% compared to April 2024 after being down 26% year-over-year in March and down 27% year-over-year in February. Like Greater Vancouver though, sales were up slightly in April from March, increasing almost 1% month-over-month.

Greater Vancouver sales in April were 31% below the 10-year average compared to March at 35% below the 10-year average, February at 39% below the 10-year average and January where sales were 29% below the 10-year average. This was the second lowest total sales for the month of April going back to 2000, with April 2019 being the lowest at 1,850 sales that year.

The theme of active sellers continued in April with 6,952 new listings coming on the MLS®. This compares to 6,565 new listings in March and 5,163 new listings in February.

Although the absorption rate fell to 31% in April, down from 32% in March and 35% in February, this trend isn’t unusual as April tends to see more listings come out which will bring down the absorption rate. Coincidentally in April 2019, the absorption rate was the same at 31% after being 35% the month prior. May 2019 saw a jump to 45% so we could see more listings bought up by buyers this May compared to April. The number of listings that came on was on the higher side for April but was less than the 7,229 new listings that came out in April 2024. The higher number this year could also be due to properties that are taken off the market and put back on at a lower price as sellers adjusted to buyer hesitation.

The number of new listings in April were 19% above the 10-year average compared with March at 15% above the 10-year average, February which were 12% above the 10-year average, and January which saw the number of new listings 30% above the 10-year average.

There were 16,207 active listings in Greater Vancouver at month end, compared to 14,546 at the end of March. Total active listings are up from 12,491 at the end of April last year, a 30% increase year-over-year. After the year-over-year spread at the end of March being at 38%, that spread has diminished pointing again to some new listings being recycled. But the current active listing count is the highest it has been since July 2014 when there were 16,838 active listings on the market.

Months of supply remained at 7 months in Greater Vancouver despite the increase in new listings in April. Again, part of that could be due to the number of properties that may have been taken off the market and relisted at a lower price. There are likely some sellers coming off the market completely due to an inability to get a sale price they are comfortable with. Benchmark prices have come down 6% in the last 3 years so comparisons to sales prices prior to the interest rate increases have kept some sellers from pricing in today’s market.

The detached market in Greater Vancouver remained at 10 months supply which is a solid buyer’s market, while townhomes climbed to 6 months and condos stayed at 6 months supply – putting both those in a balanced market. In the Fraser Valley, months of supply crept up to 10 months from 9, with detached climbing to 11 months supply, townhomes up to 6 months and condos still at 7 months supply.

Greater Vancouver townhome sales in April were down 23% compared to April last year, while condo sales were down 20% year-over-year. Detached sales struggled again compared to, down 28% from April last year. Townhome inventory overall was up 35% year-over year compared to 39% at the end of March, while condo inventory climbed to 32% above April 2024 after being up 42% in March year-over-year. Detached homes were up 26% year-over-year, compared to 33% at the end of March above the previous year. Over in the Fraser Valley, detached home inventory is up 36% year-over-year compared to 51% at the end of March while townhome inventory is up 57% year-over-year after being up 72% at the end of March and condo inventory is up 45% year-over-year after being up 67% at the end of March.

For the first time in over a decade, buyers have real choices, with active listings reaching their highest level since 2014. This abundance of inventory is empowering not only buyers but also sellers, who now have greater flexibility when planning their next move. Despite a quieter spring market influenced by political distractions and economic uncertainty, sales have been steadily increasing month over month, and interest rates remain below historic norms. As we head into May—a month that has historically seen a strong sales rebound—the stage is set for more confident movement in the market. With buyer demand quietly building and inventory levels providing ample opportunity, now is a rare moment to make a move without the pressure of bidding wars.

Here’s a summary of the numbers:

Greater Vancouver: Total Units Sold in April were 2,163 – up from 2,091 (3%) in March, up from 1,827 (18%) in February, up from 1,552 (39%) in January, down from 2,831 (24%) in April 2024, and down from 2,741 (21%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 16,207 at month end compared to 12,491 at that time last year (up 30%) and 14,546 at the end of March (up 11%); the 6,952 New Listings in April were up 6% compared to March, up 35% compared to February, down 4% compared to April 2024, and up 58% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is steady at 7 month’s supply (balanced market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 31% compared to 32% in March, 39% in April 2024, and 62% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.5% and in the last 12 months down 1.8%.

Vancouver Westside: Total Units Sold in April were 427 – up from 394 (8%) in March, up from 307 (39%) in February, up from 255 (67%) in January, down from 471 (9%) in April 2024, and down from 468 (9%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 3,306 at month end compared to 2,778 at that time last year (up 19%) and 3,093 at the end of March (up 7%); the 1,313 New Listings in April were down 0.2% compared to March, up 23% compared to February, down 12% compared to April 2024, and up 56% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is steady at 8 month’s supply (buyer’s market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 33% compared to 30% in March, 31% in April 2024, and 56% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.7% and in the last 12 months down 0.8%.

Vancouver East Side: Total Units Sold in April were 242 – down from 247 (2%) in March, up from 204 (19%) in February, up from 158 (53%) in January, down from 349 (31%) in April 2024, and down from 267 (9%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 1,658 at month end compared to 1,369 at that time last year (up 21%) and 1,494 at the end of March (up 11%); the 733 New Listings in April were the same as March, up 29% compared to February, down 15% compared to April 2024, and up 52% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is up to 7 month’s supply from 6 (balanced market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 33% compared to 34% in March, 41% in April 2024, and 55% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is up 0.2% and in the last 12 months up 0.1%.

North Vancouver: Total Units Sold in April were 204 – up from 171 (19%) in March, up from 153 (33%) in February, up from 148 (38%) in January, down from 248 (18%) in April 2024, and down from 218 (6%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 1,016 at month end compared to 711 at that time last year (up 43%) and 844 at the end of March (up 20%); the 632 New Listings in April were up 23% compared to March, up 80% compared to February, up 5% compared to April 2024, and up 90% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is down to 5 month’s supply from 6 (balanced market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 32% compared to 33% in March, 41% in April 2024, and 66% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 1.0% and in the last 12 months down 2.1%.

West Vancouver: Total Units Sold in April were 38 – down from 40 (5%) in March, down from 39 (3%) in February, up from 30 (27%) in January, down from 70 (46%) in April 2024, and down from 69 (45%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 718 at month end compared to 628 at that time last year (up 14%) and 626 at the end of March (up 15%); the 279 New Listings in April were up 35% compared to March, up 58% compared to February, down 5% compared to April 2024, and up 52% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is up to 19 month’s supply from 16 (buyer’s market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 14% compared to 19% in March, 24% in April 2024, and 38% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is up 0.8% but in the last 12 months down 1.3%.

Richmond: Total Units Sold in April were 213 – down from 220 (3%) in March, up from 179 (19%) in February, up from 206 (3%) in January, down from 336 (37%) in April 2024, and down from 338 (37%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 1,908 at month end compared to 1,339 at that time last year (up 42%) and 1,728 at the end of March (up 10%); the 737 New Listings in April were up 1% compared to March, up 23% compared to February, down 4% compared to April 2024, and up 46% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is up to 9 month’s supply from 8 (buyer’s market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 29% compared to 30% in March, 44% in April 2024, and 67% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 1.1% and in the last 12 months down 3.7%.

Burnaby East: Total Units Sold in April were 24 – down from 27 (11%) in March, up from 21 (14%) in February, up from 17 (41%) in January, down from 30 (20%) in April 2024, and down from 34 (29%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 201 at month end compared to 114 at that time last year (up 76%) and 174 at the end of March (up 16%); the 87 New Listings in April were up 2% compared to March, up 34% compared to February, up 32% compared to April 2024, and up 107% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is up to 8 month’s supply from 6 (buyer’s market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 28% compared to 32% in March, 45% in April 2024, and 81% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.5% and in the last 12 months down 3.0%.

Burnaby North: Total Units Sold in April were 140 – up from 107 (31%) in March, up from 129 (9%) in February, up from 104 (35%) in January, down from 162 (14%) in April 2024, and down from 176 (16%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 940 at month end compared to 700 at that time last year (up 34%) and 878 at the end of March (up 7%); the 403 New Listings in April were down 6% compared to March, up 25% compared to February, down 14% compared to April 2024, and up 53% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is down to 7 month’s supply from 8 (balanced market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 35% compared to 25% in March, 35% in April 2024, and 67% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 1.1% and in the last 12 months down 2.1%.

Burnaby South: Total Units Sold in April were 97 – up from 94 (3%) in March, up from 75 (29%) in February, up from 59 (64%) in January, down from 143 (32%) in April 2024, and down from 215 (55%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 754 at month end compared to 537 at that time last year (up 40%) and 671 at the end of March (up 12%); the 324 New Listings in April were up 14% compared to March, up 31% compared to February, down 1% compared to April 2024, and up 21% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is up to 8 month’s supply 7 (buyer’s market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 30% compared to 33% in March, 44% in April 2024, and 81% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is flat and in the last 12 months down 2.4%.

New Westminster: Total Units Sold in April were 87 – down from 104 (16%) in March, down from 88 (1%) in February, up from 61 (43%) in January, down from 105 (17%) in April 2024, and down from 113 (23%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 582 at month end compared to 408 at that time last year (up 43%) and 513 at the end of March (up 14%); the 279 New Listings in April were up 4% compared to March, up 35% compared to February, up 12% compared to April 2024, and up 72% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is up to 7 month’s supply from 5 (balanced market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 31% compared to 39% in March, 42% in April 2024, and 70% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.4% and in the last 12 months down 2.7%.

Coquitlam: Total Units Sold in April were 189 – down from 233 (19%) in March, up from 165 (15%) in February, up from 155 (22%) in January, down from 238 (21%) in April 2024, and down from 210 (10%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 1,325 at month end compared to 802 at that time last year (up 66%) and 1,173 at the end of March (up 13%); the 628 New Listings in April were up 6% compared to March, up 33% compared to February, up 15% compared to April 2024, and up 86% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is up to 7 month’s supply from 5 (balanced market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 30% compared to 39% in March, 43% in April 2024, and 62% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.7% and in the last 12 months down 4.0%.

Port Moody: Total Units Sold in April were 51 the same as March, up from 40 (28%) in February, up from 32 (59%) in January, down from 73 (30%) in April 2024, and down from 91 (44%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 343 at month end compared to 203 at that time last year (up 69%) and 279 at the end of March (up 38%); the 184 New Listings in April were up 21% compared to March, up 52% compared to February, up 14% compared to April 2024, and up 84% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is up to 7 month’s supply from 5 (balanced market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 28% compared to 34% in March, 45% in April 2024, and 91% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.6% and in the last 12 months down 4.1%.

Port Coquitlam: Total Units Sold in April were 70 – up from 62 (13%) in March, up from 58 (21%) in February, up from 65 (8%) in January, down from 102 (31%) in April 2024, and down from 76 (8%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 353 at month end compared to 254 at that time last year (up 39%) and 313 at the end of March (up 13%); the 197 New Listings in April were up 12% compared to March, up 53% compared to February, up 4% compared to April 2024, and up 153% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is steady at 5 month’s supply (balanced market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 36% compared to 35% in March, 54% in April 2024, and 97% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is flat and in the last 12 months down 1.5%.

Pitt Meadows: Total Units Sold in April were 27 – the same as March, up from 21 (29%) in February, up from 13 (108%) in January, down from 32 (16%) in April 2024, and the same as April 2023; Active Listings were at 122 at month end compared to 71 at that time last year (up 71%) and 105 at the end of March (up 16%); the 62 New Listings in April were down 6% compared to March, up 41% compared to February, up 9% compared to April 2024, and up 15% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is up to 5 month’s supply from 4 (balanced market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 43% compared to 40% in March, 56% in April 2024, and 50% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 1.1% and in the last 12 months down 2.3%.

Maple Ridge: Total Units Sold in April were 127 – up from 108 (18%) in March, down from 129 (2%) in February, up from 95 (34%) in January, down from 191 (34%) in April 2024, and down from 161 (21%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 920 at month end compared to 817 at that time last year (up 13%) and 832 at the end of March (up 11%); the 382 New Listings in April were up 8% compared to March, up 22% compared to February, down 13% compared to April 2024, and up 49% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is down to 7 month’s supply from 8 (balanced market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 33% compared to 30% in March, 43% in April 2024, and 62% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is up 0.5% and in the last 12 months down 1.2%.

Ladner: Total Units Sold in April were 16 – down from 31 (48%) in March, down from 29 (45%) in February, down from 17 (6%) in January, down from 33 (52%) in April 2024, and down from 43 (63%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 178 at month end compared to 121 at that time last year (up 47%) and 158 at the end of March (up 13%); the 77 New Listings in April were up 13% compared to March, up 17% compared to February, down 3% compared to April 2024, and up 33% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is up to 11 month’s supply from 5 (buyer’s market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 21% compared to 46% in March, 42% in April 2024, and 74% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.7% and in the last 12 months down 2.1%.

Tsawwassen: Total Units Sold in April were 40 – up from 36 (11%) in March, up from 28 (43%) in February, up from 26 (54%) in January, down from 51 (22%) in April 2024, and down from 54 (26%) in April 2023; Active Listings were at 306 at month end compared to 204 at that time last year (up 50%) and 270 at the end of March (up 13%); the 125 New Listings in April were up 26% compared to March, up 28% compared to February, up 17% compared to April 2024, and up 69% compared to April 2023. Month’s supply of total residential listings is steady at 8 month’s supply (buyer’s market conditions) and sales to listings ratio of 32% compared to 36% in March, 48% in April 2024, and 73% in April 2023.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.7% and in the last 12 months down 4.6%.

Fraser Valley: Sales in April were up 0.7%, compared to March and were down 29.1% from April 2024. New listings were down 1.0% from March and down 5.4% from April 2024.The average price was down 4.4% month-over-month and is down 5.5% year-over-year. Active listings were up 9.0% to 10,046 from 9,219 last month and up 37.4% from April 2024 which was at 7,313. Month’s supply of total residential listings increased to 10 from 9 months (buyer’s market conditions).

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.5% and in the last 12 months down 3.2%.

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Highlights of Dexter’s April 2025 report

Active listing count at the highest since 2014

Sales down 24% in April year-over-year

Sellers continue to be very active in the market

Buyer’s advantage continue

Heading east, the Fraser Valley region saw sales in April down 29% compared to April 2024 after being down 26% year-over-year in March and down 27% year-over-year in February. Like Greater Vancouver though, sales were up slightly in April from March, increasing almost 1% month-over-month.

The theme of active sellers continued in April with 6,952 new listings coming on the MLS®. This compares to 6,565 new listings in March and 5,163 new listings in February.

The number of new listings in April were 19% above the 10-year average compared with March at 15% above the 10-year average, February which were 12% above the 10-year average, and January which saw the number of new listings 30% above the 10-year average.

Here’s a summary of the numbers:

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.5% and in the last 12 months down 1.8%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.7% and in the last 12 months down 0.8%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is up 0.2% and in the last 12 months up 0.1%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 1.0% and in the last 12 months down 2.1%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is up 0.8% but in the last 12 months down 1.3%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 1.1% and in the last 12 months down 3.7%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.5% and in the last 12 months down 3.0%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 1.1% and in the last 12 months down 2.1%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is flat and in the last 12 months down 2.4%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.4% and in the last 12 months down 2.7%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.7% and in the last 12 months down 4.0%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 0.6% and in the last 12 months down 4.1%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is flat and in the last 12 months down 1.5%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is down 1.1% and in the last 12 months down 2.3%.

Month-over-month, the house price index is up 0.5% and in the last 12 months down 1.2%.