Whistler Real Estate Market Update PLUS Fall Quarterly Market Report

In just 4 weeks the mountain will open! Nov. 22^nd will be the opening day. We are pretty excited about the updates on the mountain this year; the new 10 person Blackcomb Gondola, the Catskinner Express and the Emerald 6 Express. Check out the Interactive Trail Map online. The market has been quite active this past week, more sales than listings which shows the high level of interest. We are looking for listings! If you are thinking of selling, give us a call or an email and we can give you a market evaluation on your property. The inventory is still low and buyers are here, it’s a good time to sell. Thank you, everyone, for your business and referrals, we are very appreciative. We look forward to hearing from you.

 

Real estate market activity in Whistler remained active during the third quarter of 2018, albeit at significantly lower levels than those experienced during the peak of the market cycle experienced during 2016 and 2017. The number of properties listed for sale has risen from recent historical lows. An increase in the amount of time listings are available in the market before they sell also reflects a return to a more normalized market framework.

The Numbers

Despite lower levels of activity, sales prices have continued to rise since the start of 2018. The overall transaction value for the market has risen by approximately 7% since the start of the year. Meanwhile, the overall average transaction value in the Whistler marketplace is currently $1,247,715 and all categories of real estate have seen increases.

Average values in all individual segments of the marketplace have seen increases. The average transaction value for a single-family home rose 5% through the third quarter of the year, while average condominium prices experienced an increase of 6%. The townhouse market segment has witnessed the greatest increase since the start of the year with average pricing moving from $1,146,000 to $1,464,084 (a gain of 27%).

What To Expect

As we prepare for the 2018/2019 winter season, we expect that the market trends experienced in the third quarter will continue through to the end of the year and into 2019. Buyers will continue to show strong interest in the limited supply of Whistler properties available for sale, particularly those which are unique and/or new. However, economic uncertainty as a result of provincial and federal economic policies and rising interest rates will temper buyer confidence and ensure that buyers will proceed cautiously in their decision making. Whether buying or selling, it is important to work with a knowledgeable, full-time, local agent to make sure that you are up-to-date with the right information to make the best decision.

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