The HOLM Stretch | August 22nd, 2025
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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
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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
Spallumcheen BC Real Estate | 3396 Lockhart Drive
Get all the details on this 4 bed 4 bath large lot Spallumcheen home in sought after McL...
Enderby BC Real Estate | 728 Mill Avenue
Check out this 4 bedroom 2 bath home in Enderby on a flat corner lot!...
Vernon BC Real Estate | 144 Silversage Terrace
This is the perfect lot to build your dream home! Explore this stunning piece of land, per...
Vernon BC Real Estate | 4007 24th Street
Explore this 2 bedroom 2 bath home on a large lot flat lot in Vernon's Harwood neighb...
Coldstream BC Real Estate | 123 Ranchland Place
Incredible home with carriage home on. 7 acres in Coldstream ...
Enderby BC Real Estate | 307 Oxbow Place
Explore this rare small acreage, level entry 2 bedroom 3 bath ranch style home in Enderby....
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 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.
The Secret Life of a Listing: What Happens Before You Ever Go Live
Getting a home ready to sell is a lot like producing a reality show. Here's your back...
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.
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
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
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
5
New Listings
1
Listings Sold
0
Price Up
3
Price Down