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The HOLM Stretch | February 13th, 2026
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...
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CMHC expects slower demand, softer rents, and fewer new starts
CMHC released its 2026 Housing Market Outlook this week, and the headline is pretty clear: they expect housing demand to stay below historical averages in 2026 as affordability remains tight and economic uncertainty keeps some households cautious.
The national forecast includes three themes worth watching:
First, demand is expected to stay muted, even if sales pick up from last year’s lows. CMHC’s baseline forecast calls for about 489,000 MLS sales in 2026 (up from 470,000 in 2025), with the average MLS price around $698,000. They also note that Ontario and B.C. could see a temporary rebound because sales there were unusually weak, but that alone doesn’t guarantee a strong, sustained comeback.
Second, renters may get a bit more breathing room. CMHC expects higher vacancy and slower rent growth as new rental supply comes online, which can give renters more flexibility and more time to save before buying.
Third, new construction is projected to cool through the next few years, especially new condo starts in major markets. Developers are expected to focus more on completing projects already underway and lean more toward purpose-built rentals than launching new condo projects.
One important note: this is a national outlook. Local markets can behave very differently depending on inventory, job conditions, and what’s happening in specific neighbourhoods.
If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or renting this year, reply and tell us what neighborhood you’re interested in and your rough timeframe. We’ll send a quick breakdown on local inventory, recent comparable sales, and what those CMHC themes look like right here at home.
Talk soon,
CHRIS, PATRIC, JULIE, JASMINE, KRISTI & BRELL
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In North Okanagan Real Estate
As of the morning of Friday February 13 there are 708 homes showing as active listings here in North Okanagan. On February 6 there were 672.
Sales ranged from $165,000. to $1,915,000. Days to sell ranged from 157 to 286. 17 listings expired, 112were cancelled.
24 prices were reduced over the last week.
Scroll down for our market recap for Vernon, Armstrong, Coldstream & Enderby real estate activity in the last 7 days.
$165,000.
Low Sale
70
New Listings
$1,915,000.
High Sale
20
Listings Sold
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WHAT ELSE WE ARE TALKING ABOUT
ALL ABOUT THE STATS
Data from recent market updates shows that sales activity and pricing aren’t sticking to old patterns; they’re adjusting, normalizing, and giving both buyers and sellers a chance to make informed moves. That kind of balanced market isn’t static; it’s healthy, and it rewards people who take time to understand the trends instead of waiting for the perfect headline.
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WEEKLY REAL ESTATE REPORT
Armstrong BC Real Estate Recap
A look at Armstrong Spallumcheen Market Activity for the last 7 days.
2
New Listings
0
Listings Sold
0
Price Up
0
Price Down
Vernon BC Real Estate Recap
A look at the Vernon market activity in the last 7 days
49
New Listings
14
Listings Sold
0
Price Up
15
Price Down
Coldstream BC Real Estate Recap
A look at Coldstream market activity over the last 7 days
3
New Listings
1
Listings Sold
0
Price Up
3
Price Down
Enderby BC Real Estate Recap
A look at Enderby /Grindrod BC market activity over the last 7 days
8
New Listings
3
Listings Sold
0
Price Up
1
Price Down