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The HOLM Stretch | August 22nd, 2025

Chris Holm & Associates

We want you to know that our team is unique in the way we chose to approach real estate here in the North Okanagan.  We are a true real estate co...

We want you to know that our team is unique in the way we chose to approach real estate here in the North Okanagan.  We are a true real estate co...

Aug 22 6 minutes read

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Is Canada’s housing market showing signs of life again?

After months of uncertainty, it looks like momentum is returning to the market.

According to the latest stats from CREA, home sales across Canada jumped 6.6% in July compared to this time last year—and they’re up more than 11% since March.

The GTA led the charge, with a staggering 35.5% rebound in sales since the spring. But it's not just Toronto—markets across the country are seeing signs of renewed activity, even as prices remain relatively flat.

👉 National average home price in July: $672,784

👉 Home Price Index: unchanged month-over-month

👉 Inventory: Up 10% from last year, giving buyers more choice

👉 Outlook: More supply expected in September, and more buyers eyeing a return

So, what’s behind the shift?

Economists are pointing to delayed pent-up demand, signs of economic stability, and the potential for more Bank of Canada rate relief in the second half of the year.

If you’ve been waiting for a more balanced moment to make a move, this might be it.

Curious what your home’s worth—or what your budget can buy?

Reach out and we’ll set up a quick 1:1 conversation to help you make sense of the market.


Talk soon,
CHRIS, PATRIC, JULIE, JASMINE, KRISTI & BRELL

Scroll down for our regular real estate and community features.


In North Okanagan Real Estate

As of the morning of Friday August 22, there are 1108 homes showing as active listings here in North Okanagan. On  August 15, there were 1110 homes active.

Sales ranged from $78,500. to $1,785,000. Days to sell ranged from 10 to 156. 12 listings expired,  31 were cancelled.

52 prices were reduced over the last week. 3 prices increased.

Scroll down for our market recap for Vernon, Armstrong, and Coldstream real estate activity in the last 7 days.

$78,500.

Low Sale

73

New Listings

$1,785,000.

High Sale

36

Listings Sold

 JUST LISTED

 

 

 

 

 

 

ICYMI...

Big congratulations to our clients on securing this one-of-a-kind mid-century farm home! ✨ Blending vintage charm with modern updates, this 4-bedroom gem on nearly 3 acres offered a spacious layout, updated systems, and a fully fenced property with an iconic barn. 𝘼 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙚 𝙧𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩, 𝙮𝙚𝙩 𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙪𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙮, 𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙜𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚! 

We’re experts in locating the perfect piece of North Okanagan paradise for you - say the word, and we’ll show you what’s possible.

WHAT'S HAPPENING?


       

What's Happening In & Around Vernon

WHAT ELSE WE ARE TALKING ABOUT

Before the listing goes live...

Getting a home ready to list takes more than a quick photo shoot and a sign in the yard. 

The planning, prep, and strategy all happen well before the public ever sees your home.

Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how we make a strong launch happen.

 

 


IN AND AROUND TOWN


 

NOM NOM

Farmstrong Feature

Roasted Street Corn & Feta Dip - Served cold with house fried tortilla chips.

Open Thursday to Sunday noon to 8 pm.

4300 Maw Road, Armstrong BC


MAKING TRACKS

SNORT future in limbo

Community leaders in Sicamous banded together to launch the Sicamous Ferry Service from Martin Street public boat launch across the Sicamous Narrows to kilometre 0.5 of the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail, far shore.

WEEKLY REAL ESTATE REPORT


Armstrong BC Real Estate Recap

A look at Armstrong Spallumcheen Market Activity for the last 7 days.

New Listings  Just Sold  Active Listings

6

New Listings

2

Listings Sold

0

Price Up

2

Price Down

Vernon BC Real Estate Recap

A look at the Vernon market activity in the  last 7 days

New Listings  Just Sold  Active Listings

47

New Listings

30

Listings Sold

3

Price Up

39

Price Down

Coldstream BC Real Estate Recap

A look at Coldstream market activity over the  last 7 days

New Listings  Just Sold  Active Listings

10

New Listings

0

Listings Sold

0

Price Up

2

Price Down

Enderby BC Real Estate Recap

A look at Enderby /Grindrod BC market activity over the  last 7 days

New Listings  Just Sold  Active Listings

5

New Listings

1

Listings Sold

0

Price Up

3

Price Down

Whether a purchase or sale is in the future (near or far) or you just want to know what's going in real estate anywhere in the Okanagan Shuswap, we'd love to hear from you.

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