Real Talk on Where to Buy, Live, and Invest

Metro Vancouver Neighbourhoods

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Vancouver urban areas

Research Vancouver’s areas and experience the city’s market pulse. Whether you’re a trendy socialite, beach lover, yoga enthusiast, or a combination, we will direct you to the perfect spot.

  • Burnaby

    Sales-to-Active Ratio: 13%
    HPI (All Ppty. Types): $1.04M
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    Buyer's Market

  • Coquitlam

    Sales-to-Active Ratio: 14%
    HPI (All Ppty. Types): $1.07M
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    Balanced Market

  • Maple Ridge

    Sales-to-Active Ratio: 14%
    HPI (All Ppty. Types): $976K
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    Balanced Market

  • New Westminster

    Sales-to-Active Ratio: 15%
    HPI (All Ppty. Types): $802K
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    Balanced Market

  • Port Coquitlam

    Sales-to-Active Ratio: 14%
    HPI (All Ppty. Types): $956K
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    Balanced Market

  • Port Moody

    Sales-to-Active Ratio: 19%
    HPI (All Ppty. Types): $1.09M
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    Balanced Market

  • Vancouver

    Sales-to-Active Ratio: 13%
    HPI (All Ppty. Types): $1.28M
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    Balanced Market

Sales-to-Active-Ratio Explained
HPI Benchmark Price Explained

Vancouver Neighbourhoods

Frequently asked questions

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In British Columbia, cities such as Delta and Port Moody are renowned for having some of the lowest crime rates in the province compared to other cities in Canada. Their low crime severity index makes these cities perfect for individuals seeking a peaceful and secure environment.

The Downtown Eastside is located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Being one of the oldest neighbourhoods in the city, it is also a place that faces a complex set of social issues. These problems include disproportionately high levels of drug use, homelessness, poverty, crime, mental illness, and sex work.

The Downtown Eastside is located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Being one of the oldest neighbourhoods in the city, it is also a place that faces a complex set of social issues. These problems include disproportionately high levels of drug use, homelessness, poverty, crime, mental illness, and sex work.

The MLS® HPI Benchmark Prices represent the expected sales price for a typical or “Benchmark” home in a given neighbourhood.

The MLS® HPI considers what averages and medians do not: lot size, age, number of rooms, etc. The most commonly traded set of these attributes describes the composite of the typical or benchmark property type in a given area. Prices paid for homes with these attributes determine benchmark home prices.

It’s a way to measure how busy the real estate market is. Think of it like this: for every 10 homes listed, how many sell? If 2 out of 10 homes sell, the sales-to-active ratio is 20%.

This number helps show whether it’s a buyer’s market, a seller’s market, or somewhere in between. A high ratio (like 40% or more) usually means homes are selling quickly, and prices might go up. A low ratio (under 12%) means homes are sitting on the market longer, and buyers may have more power to negotiate.

In short, this little number gives you a big clue about how hot (or not) the market is.

Sales-to-Active Listing Ratio Market Guide
Sellers Market 21% & Greater  |  Balanced Market 12 to 20%  |  Buyers Market up to 11%