If you're watching the Vancouver Westside real estate market this summer, the short version is this: it's a buyer's market region-wide, but conditions vary sharply by property type right here in Vancouver West. Condo buyers are moving faster than they were a year ago even as detached-home sales cool. Here's what the latest data, released by Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) for July 2026, actually shows — and what it means if you're buying or selling on the Westside.

Vancouver Westside Market Overview — July 2026

Across Metro Vancouver, GVR recorded 2,061 home sales in July 2026, down 9.8% from July 2025 and 18.6% below the 10-year seasonal average. Active listings sat at 16,476, down 4% year-over-year but still 26.8% above the 10-year average — meaning buyers have more homes to choose from than usual, even with fewer new listings coming to market (4,991 in July, down 11.5% year-over-year). The region's overall sales-to-active-listings ratio came in at 13%, just above the 12% threshold GVR's own economists use to mark sustained downward price pressure. GVR's chief economist, Andrew Lis, described the month as "one step forward, one step back," noting that July's year-over-year sales decline was led by an 18% drop in apartment sales.

Here in Vancouver West — the board's designation covering Point Grey, Kitsilano, Kerrisdale, Dunbar, Shaughnessy, South Granville, Arbutus Ridge, Cambie, and the rest of the Westside — the picture is a bit different. Active listings totalled 2,730, down 18.3% year-over-year, while sales reached 350, down 9.3%. Inventory is pulling back noticeably faster than sales here, which is a meaningfully different pattern than the region-wide numbers above.

Detached Homes on the Vancouver Westside

Detached houses are still the largest and most closely watched segment of the Westside market. In Vancouver West, detached active listings totalled 713 in July, down 13.6% year-over-year, while sales came in at 245, down 16.1%. Sales pulled back faster than listings, which tells buyers there's still room to negotiate on price and terms for the right detached home.

For price context, Metro Vancouver's overall detached benchmark price was $1,822,900 in July, down 7.0% year-over-year and 1.1% month-over-month, per GVR's regional benchmark. Vancouver West itself isn't broken out separately in GVR's published benchmark series, but the area's detached inventory sits well above the regional benchmark given its concentration of larger, older-neighbourhood homes in places like Shaughnessy, Point Grey, and Dunbar.

Westside Home Prices — Where Things Stand

Metro Vancouver's composite benchmark price across all property types was $1,088,800 in July 2026, down 6.2% year-over-year and 0.9% from June. That's the clearest regional price signal available this month, and it points to a market where sellers need to be realistic on pricing rather than chasing last year's numbers. Homes in Vancouver West — with its concentration of detached and higher-end properties — typically trade at a premium to that regional composite, though GVR does not publish a Vancouver-West-only price benchmark, so I'm not going to put a specific number on it here. What the local inventory and sales figures above do tell us clearly: fewer new Westside listings are coming to market than a year ago, even as the number of homes actually selling holds up better in some segments than others.

Condos and Townhomes: What Vancouver Buyers Should Know

This is the most interesting data point in this month's report for Westside buyers: condo sales in Vancouver West rose 18.8% year-over-year in July, even as active condo listings fell 22.0%. That's a real tightening in the local condo market, distinct from the regional apartment benchmark price, which was $688,000 in July, down 7.5% year-over-year and 1.0% month-over-month across Metro Vancouver as a whole. If you've been waiting on the sidelines for a Westside condo, the local sales trend suggests other buyers are moving — worth factoring into your timeline.

Townhomes were comparatively stable. Vancouver West townhome listings totalled 326, down just 6.6% year-over-year, the smallest pullback of the three property types. Metro Vancouver's townhome benchmark price was $1,030,400 in July, down 6.0% year-over-year and 1.5% month-over-month.

What Vancouver Westside Sellers Need to Know

Price to today's market, not last year's. With the regional composite benchmark down 6.2% year-over-year, pricing based on 2025 comparables will likely misfire.

Detached sellers should expect a longer runway. Sales fell faster than listings in this segment locally, so realistic pricing and strong presentation matter more than usual to attract the offers that are out there.

Condo sellers are in a relatively better position. Local sales activity is up sharply year-over-year even as inventory has thinned — a more favourable backdrop than the detached segment right now.

Financing conditions are stable for now. The Bank of Canada's overnight rate stood at 2.25% as of August 2026, and the Bank's own outlook points to it remaining broadly stable through the rest of the year — one less variable for buyers to worry about when they're deciding whether to move on your listing. If you're thinking about listing, my selling resources page walks through how I approach pricing in a market like this one.

How to Position Yourself as a Buyer in Vancouver's Westside

You have real selection. Metro-wide active listings are 26.8% above the 10-year average, and Vancouver West's own listing count, while down year-over-year, still offers meaningful choice across price points. Browse current Vancouver Westside listings to see what's available right now.

There's room to negotiate, especially on detached homes. A 13% regional sales-to-active ratio is a buyer's market signal — use it.

Move faster on condos. Vancouver West condo sales are up sharply year-over-year against a shrinking pool of active listings — the segment where competition is most likely to show up again.

A stable rate environment helps you plan. With the Bank of Canada holding steady, it's a reasonable time to get pre-approved and know your real budget before you're competing for a specific home.

Talk to Anny Diao — Vancouver Westside Realtor

Every Westside neighbourhood is moving a little differently right now, and the numbers above only tell part of the story for any specific street or building. If you're thinking about buying or selling in Kitsilano, Point Grey, Kerrisdale, Dunbar, Shaughnessy, or anywhere else on Vancouver's Westside, I'm happy to walk through what these trends mean for your specific situation. Call or text me at 604-781-6567 or email info@annydiao.com — I work in both English and Mandarin.

This South Granville real estate market update for summer 2026 looks at a neighbourhood that has always traded on its own rhythm: gallery-lined streets, character homes giving way to new duplexes, and a steady stream of buyers drawn to its central Westside location. Metro Vancouver sales cooled again in July, benchmark prices eased slightly from June, and buyers have more room to negotiate across most of the Westside. South Granville — tucked between Shaughnessy and the Granville Street design corridor, minutes from VanDusen Botanical Garden — is feeling that same shift, with steady inventory and prices holding roughly flat over the past month. Here is what the latest numbers say, and what they mean if you are thinking of buying or selling in South Granville this year.

Vancouver Westside Market Overview — Summer 2026

The Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) reported 2,061 residential sales across Metro Vancouver in July 2026, a 9.8 per cent decline from July 2025 and 18.6 per cent below the ten-year seasonal average. New listings totalled 4,991, down 11.5 per cent year over year, while active inventory reached 16,476 homes — down about four per cent from a year ago, yet still 26.8 per cent above average. That mix of softer sales and elevated supply gives South Granville buyers more selection and more time to decide than they've had in recent years.

Interest rates remain steady. On July 15, 2026, the Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25 per cent for the sixth consecutive decision, citing a gradual recovery and inflation easing toward its two per cent target. For South Granville buyers, a stable rate means predictable borrowing costs while they shop. The next scheduled announcement is September 2, 2026.

Detached Homes on the Vancouver Westside

Detached houses remain the softest corner of the regional market. GVR recorded 639 detached sales across Metro Vancouver in July, down 3.2 per cent from a year earlier, with a regional benchmark price of $1,822,900 — off seven per cent year over year and 1.1 per cent from June. The detached sales-to-active ratio was just 10.5 per cent regionally, the weakest of any property type; GVR notes that prices tend to soften once that ratio drops below 12 per cent, which is roughly where detached homes sit today.

South Granville's own detached market plays out well above that regional benchmark, and it is a genuinely small one — REW currently lists 76 houses for sale in the neighbourhood, with a median list price of $4.1 million. Many classic character homes along streets like Angus Drive and Selkirk Street have been joined by new duplexes, several currently listed in the $1.8 million to $2.4 million range — a lower-cost way into the neighbourhood. Well-priced homes are still moving; anything priced ambitiously is sitting longer than it would have two years ago.

South Granville Home Prices — Summer 2026

It helps to separate the region-wide benchmark from what South Granville actually costs today. The GVR composite benchmark for all Metro Vancouver home types was $1,088,800 in July, but South Granville — bordered by Shaughnessy and steps from the Granville Street gallery and design district — trades at a significant premium to that regional figure. REW's current listing data shows 132 homes for sale in South Granville this summer, with a median list price of $2.7 million and asking prices ranging from about $560,000 to $14.0 million; that median has held essentially flat, down just 0.9 per cent over the past 30 days. The neighbourhood also logged 14 open houses recently, a sign agents are still actively bringing buyers through.

These are asking prices on active listings, not confirmed sale prices, so they should be read as a snapshot of what sellers are testing the market with rather than a board-verified benchmark. Still, they give a useful, current read on where South Granville inventory is priced relative to the rest of the Westside. For live listings and current pricing, see my South Granville homes for sale page.

Condos and Townhomes: What Vancouver Buyers Should Know

Region-wide, the apartment benchmark eased to $688,000 in July, down 7.5 per cent year over year, with apartment sales falling 17.8 per cent — the steepest drop of any category. Townhome, or attached, benchmark pricing came in at $1,030,400, down six per cent from last year on 454 sales, with the market's strongest sales-to-active ratio at 15.8 per cent, ahead of apartments at 14 per cent.

South Granville itself offers a modest but active supply of both. REW currently lists 31 townhouses in the neighbourhood at a median list price of $1.5 million, and 17 condos at a median list price of $1.3 million — both well above the regional benchmarks above, consistent with South Granville's central, amenity-rich location. With just a handful of condos on the market at any time, buyers who find the right unit should move decisively; being pre-approved and ready to write an offer separates buyers who win from those who miss out.

What Vancouver Westside Sellers Need to Know

Pricing to today's market matters more than ever. With the Metro Vancouver sales-to-active ratio at 13 per cent, the region is balanced to buyer-favoured, and ambitious asking prices sit unsold. South Granville homes that are priced correctly, well presented, and marketed to the right buyer are still selling within a reasonable timeline.

Presentation and timing are your levers this summer. With 132 homes competing for buyer attention in South Granville alone, staging, professional photography, and honest pricing separate a sold sign from a stale listing — particularly above the $4 million mark, where buyers are patient and selective. If you are weighing a move, a current, data-based valuation is the right first step before you list.

How to Position Yourself as a Buyer in South Granville

Get pre-approved before you shop, so the steady 2.25 per cent rate works in your favour and you know your true budget going in. Use South Granville's current inventory to compare several homes rather than rushing the first one that fits — with 132 active listings, you have room to be selective. Lean on your conditions — inspection, financing, and title review protect you, and in today's market you rarely need to waive them. Move quickly on well-priced condos and townhomes, though, since South Granville's supply of attached homes is thin and the right unit will draw competition even in a calmer market. Browse my active Vancouver Westside listings to see what is available right now.

Talk to Anny Diao — Vancouver Westside Realtor

Every South Granville real estate market update comes down to your specific home, your timeline, and your goals — not just the regional average. As a Vancouver Westside realtor with Macdonald Realty since 2012, I help buyers and sellers across South Granville, Shaughnessy, Kerrisdale, and Kitsilano make confident, well-informed moves in any market. Whether you are buying your first South Granville condo or selling a character home near the Granville Street corridor, I offer clear advice in English and Mandarin. Thinking of buying or selling in South Granville, Vancouver, BC? Call or text Anny Diao at 604-781-6567 or email info@annydiao.com.

This Dunbar real estate market update for summer 2026 finds a neighbourhood doing what it always does best: holding steady while the wider region cools. Metro Vancouver home sales eased again in July, benchmark prices drifted down by roughly one per cent from June, and buyers held the upper hand across most of the Vancouver Westside. Dunbar — one of the city's most family-oriented, tree-lined neighbourhoods, tucked between Pacific Spirit Park and the University Endowment Lands — is feeling that shift too, with more homes on the market and more room to negotiate than buyers have had in years. Here is what the latest numbers say, and what they mean if you are thinking of buying or selling in Dunbar this year.

Vancouver Westside Market Overview — Summer 2026

The Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) reported 2,061 residential sales across Metro Vancouver in July 2026, a 9.8 per cent decline from July 2025 and 18.6 per cent below the ten-year seasonal average. New listings totalled 4,991, down 11.5 per cent year over year, while total active inventory sat at 16,476 homes — down about four per cent from a year ago, yet still 26.8 per cent above the ten-year average. That combination of fewer sales and elevated supply is exactly what is giving Dunbar buyers more choice this summer.

Interest rates continue to set the backdrop. On July 15, 2026, the Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25 per cent for the sixth consecutive decision, citing a gradual economic recovery and inflation easing back toward its two per cent target. A steady rate gives Dunbar buyers something they have lacked for a few years: predictability in their borrowing costs. The next scheduled rate announcement is September 2, 2026.

Detached Homes on the Vancouver Westside

Detached houses remain the quietest corner of the regional market, which matters for a neighbourhood like Dunbar where single-family homes dominate. GVR recorded 639 detached sales across Metro Vancouver in July, down 3.2 per cent from a year earlier, with a regional benchmark price of $1,822,900 — off seven per cent year over year and 1.1 per cent from June. The detached sales-to-active listings ratio was just 10.5 per cent regionally, the softest of any property type; GVR notes that prices tend to face downward pressure when that ratio sits below 12 per cent, which is roughly where detached homes are today.

Dunbar's own detached values sit well above that regional benchmark, so the same dynamic plays out at a different price point. Character homes on the neighbourhood's classic 33-foot lots, along with the newer duplexes that have reshaped many blocks west of Dunbar Street, are still finding buyers when priced realistically. Homes priced at the upper end of the market, however, are sitting longer and rewarding sellers who price to today's conditions rather than last year's.

Dunbar Home Prices — Summer 2026

It helps to separate the region-wide benchmark from what Dunbar actually costs today. The GVR composite benchmark for all Metro Vancouver home types was $1,088,800 in July, but Dunbar — like most of the Westside — trades at a meaningful premium. According to REW's current listing data, there are 133 homes for sale in Dunbar this summer, with a median list price of $3.1 million and asking prices ranging from about $499,000 to $8.0 million; that median has moved up 7.9 per cent over the past 30 days on REW's snapshot. Of the current inventory, 89 are detached houses with a median list price near $4.0 million, underscoring how much this neighbourhood is defined by single-family homes. Separately, realtor.ca shows 95 single-family homes currently listed for sale in Dunbar, a similar picture from a different data source.

These are asking prices on active listings, not confirmed sale prices, so they should be read as a snapshot of what sellers are testing the market with rather than a board-verified benchmark. Still, they give a useful, current read on where Dunbar inventory is priced relative to the rest of the Westside. For live listings and current pricing, see my Dunbar homes for sale page.

Condos and Townhomes: What Vancouver Buyers Should Know

Region-wide, the apartment benchmark eased to $688,000 in July, down 7.5 per cent year over year, with apartment sales falling 17.8 per cent — the steepest drop of any category. Townhome, or attached, benchmark pricing came in at $1,030,400, down six per cent from last year, on 454 sales, while posting the market's strongest sales-to-active ratio at 15.8 per cent, ahead of apartments at 14 per cent.

Dunbar itself is a thin market for condos and townhomes — REW currently lists just 4 townhouses (median list price $1.8 million) and 20 condos (median list price $1.2 million) in the neighbourhood. That scarcity means the handful of attached and multi-family homes that do come up in Dunbar tend to draw more attention than the softer regional numbers might suggest, even while houses give buyers more room to negotiate. Being pre-approved and ready to move quickly still pays off when the right condo or townhome appears.

What Vancouver Westside Sellers Need to Know

Pricing to the current market matters more than ever. With the overall Metro Vancouver sales-to-active ratio at 13 per cent, the region is balanced to buyer-favoured, and ambitious asking prices are simply sitting unsold. Dunbar homes that are priced correctly, well presented, and marketed to the right buyer are still selling within reasonable timelines.

Presentation and timing are your levers this summer. With 133 homes competing for buyer attention in Dunbar alone, staging, professional photography, and honest pricing are what separate a sold sign from a stale listing — particularly above the $4 million mark, where buyers are patient and selective. If you are weighing a move, a current, data-based valuation is the right first step before you list.

How to Position Yourself as a Buyer in Dunbar

Get fully pre-approved before you shop, so a steady 2.25 per cent rate environment works in your favour and you know your true budget going in. Use Dunbar's elevated inventory to compare several homes rather than rushing the first one that fits. Lean on your conditions — inspection, financing, and title review protect you, and in today's market you rarely need to waive them. And define your must-haves early, since well-priced Dunbar homes in strong locations near Lord Byng Secondary or Dunbar Village still attract competition even in a calmer market. Browse my active Vancouver Westside listings to see what is available right now.

Talk to Anny Diao — Vancouver Westside Realtor

Every Dunbar real estate market update comes down to your specific home, your timeline, and your goals — not just the regional average. As a Vancouver Westside realtor with Macdonald Realty since 2012, I help buyers and sellers across Dunbar, Kitsilano, Point Grey, and Kerrisdale make confident, well-informed moves in any market. Whether you are buying your first Dunbar townhome or selling a family home near Pacific Spirit Park, I offer clear advice in English and Mandarin. Thinking of buying or selling in Dunbar, Vancouver? Call or text Anny Diao at 604-781-6567 or email info@annydiao.com.

The Point Grey real estate market update for summer 2026 reads much like the rest of the Vancouver Westside: steady, well supplied, and firmly in buyers' favour. Metro Vancouver home sales eased again in July, benchmark prices slipped by roughly one per cent, and inventory stayed well above its long-term norm. For Point Grey — Vancouver's leafy, beach-fringed enclave beside UBC and Pacific Spirit Park — that means more choice, more negotiating room, and less urgency than buyers faced at the market's 2022 peak. Here is what the latest numbers actually say, and what they mean if you are thinking of buying or selling in Point Grey this year.

Vancouver Westside Market Overview — Summer 2026

The Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) reported 2,061 residential sales across Metro Vancouver in July 2026, a 9.8 per cent decline from July 2025 and 18.6 per cent below the ten-year seasonal average. The momentum that opened the summer in June did not carry through. New listings totalled 4,991, down 11.5 per cent year over year, while total active inventory sat at 16,476 homes — down about four per cent from a year ago, yet still 26.8 per cent above the ten-year average. Supply, in other words, remains historically plentiful relative to demand.

Interest rates continue to set the tone. On July 15, 2026, the Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25 per cent for the sixth consecutive time, pointing to a gradual economic recovery and inflation easing back toward its two per cent target. A steady rate gives Point Grey buyers something they lacked for a few years: predictability in their borrowing costs. The next scheduled interest rate decision is September 2, 2026.

Detached Homes on the Vancouver Westside

Detached houses remain the quietest corner of the market, and that favours patient buyers. GVR recorded 639 detached sales in July, down 3.2 per cent from a year earlier, with a regional benchmark price of $1,822,900 — off seven per cent year over year and 1.1 per cent from June. The detached sales-to-active listings ratio was just 10.5 per cent, the softest of any property type. GVR notes that prices tend to face downward pressure when that ratio holds below 12 per cent, which is roughly where detached homes sit today.

On the Vancouver Westside, and in Point Grey in particular, detached values run far above that regional benchmark, so the same math plays out differently at the top of the market. Point Grey is one of the most detached-dominated neighbourhoods in the city, and its well-priced family homes still attract committed buyers. Properties above $4 million, however, are taking longer to sell and rewarding sellers who price to today's conditions rather than yesterday's.

Point Grey Real Estate in Summer 2026: House Prices and Inventory

It helps to separate the region-wide benchmark from what Point Grey actually costs. The GVR composite benchmark for all Metro Vancouver home types is $1,088,800, but the Westside — Point Grey included — trades at a substantial premium. According to REW, there are roughly 107 homes for sale in Point Grey this summer, with a median list price near $3.7 million and asking prices ranging from about $459,000 to $32 million. Of those listings, 101 are detached houses, which underlines just how much this neighbourhood is defined by single-family homes. realtor.ca shows a similar picture, with 84 single-family homes for sale across West Point Grey.

That mix shapes how buyers enter the neighbourhood. Detached houses are the heart of Point Grey and sit among the highest-priced in Vancouver, especially the character homes and modern rebuilds near Jericho Beach, Spanish Banks, and the tree-lined blocks off West 4th Avenue. Condos and townhomes are comparatively scarce here, and they form the most accessible entry point, with the lowest-priced apartments starting in the mid-to-high $400,000s. For live listings and current pricing, see my Point Grey homes for sale page.

Condos and Townhomes: What Vancouver Buyers Should Know

Region-wide, the apartment benchmark eased to $688,000 in July, down 7.5 per cent year over year, and apartment sales fell 17.8 per cent — the steepest drop of any category. Townhome, or attached, benchmark pricing came in at $1,030,400, down six per cent from last year, on 454 sales. Even so, attached homes posted the market's strongest sales-to-active ratio at 15.8 per cent, while apartments sat at 14 per cent — a reminder that well-located multi-family homes still move.

For Point Grey buyers, softer regional condo demand and above-average inventory across Metro Vancouver mean more time to make decisions, more room to negotiate, and less pressure to waive conditions such as inspections or financing. Because attached and apartment supply is limited within Point Grey itself, the units that do come up tend to draw steady interest, so being pre-approved and ready to act still pays off. That balance — patience regionally, readiness locally — is a healthy way to buy real estate in Vancouver, BC.

What Vancouver Westside Sellers Need to Know

Pricing to the current market matters more than ever. With the overall sales-to-active ratio at 13 per cent, Metro Vancouver is a balanced-to-buyer's market, and ambitious asking prices are simply sitting. Homes that are priced correctly, well presented, and marketed to the right buyer are still selling within reasonable timelines.

Presentation and timing are your levers. Because inventory remains elevated, your Point Grey home is competing against more listings than usual, so staging, professional photography, and honest pricing separate a sold sign from a stale one. This is especially true above the $4 million mark, where buyers are selective and patient. With fewer new sellers coming to market, a well-prepared home has a genuine chance to stand out. If you are weighing a move, a current, data-based valuation is the right first step.

How to Position Yourself as a Buyer in Point Grey

Get fully pre-approved before you shop, so a steady 2.25 per cent rate environment works in your favour and you know your true budget. Use the elevated inventory to compare several Point Grey homes rather than rushing the first one. Lean on your conditions — inspection, financing, and title review protect you, and in today's market you rarely need to give them up. And define your must-haves early, because the right home at the right price still attracts competition even in a calmer market. Browse my active Vancouver Westside listings to see what is available now.

Talk to Anny Diao — Vancouver Westside Realtor

Every Point Grey real estate market update comes down to your specific home, your timeline, and your goals — not just the regional average. As a Vancouver Westside realtor with Macdonald Realty since 2012, I help buyers and sellers across Point Grey, Kitsilano, Kerrisdale, and Dunbar make confident, well-informed moves in any market. Whether you are buying your first Point Grey condo or selling a detached home near the beaches, I offer clear advice in English and Mandarin. Thinking of buying or selling in Point Grey, Vancouver? Call or text Anny Diao at 604-781-6567 or email info@annydiao.com.

If you have been following the Kitsilano real estate market update this summer 2026, the headline is stability, not drama. After a brief jump in June, Metro Vancouver home sales eased again in July, prices drifted down by about one per cent, and buyers kept the upper hand across most of the Vancouver Westside. For Kitsilano — one of Vancouver's most walkable, beach-close neighbourhoods — that means more choice, more negotiating room, and less urgency than we saw at the market's 2022 peak. Here is what the latest numbers actually say, and what they mean if you are thinking of buying or selling in Kitsilano this year.

Vancouver Westside Market Overview — Summer 2026

The Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) reported 2,061 residential sales across Metro Vancouver in July 2026, a 9.8 per cent decline from July 2025 and 18.6 per cent below the ten-year seasonal average. In other words, the June bump that opened the summer did not hold. New listings totalled 4,991, down 11.5 per cent year over year but right in line with the long-term norm, while total active inventory sat at 16,476 homes — down four per cent from a year ago, yet still 26.8 per cent above the ten-year average.

Interest rates continue to set the tone. On July 15, 2026, the Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25 per cent for the sixth consecutive time, citing a gradual economic recovery and inflation moving back toward its two per cent target. A steady rate gives Kitsilano buyers something they have lacked for a few years: predictability. The next scheduled rate decision is September 2, 2026.

Detached Homes on the Vancouver Westside

Detached houses remain the quietest corner of the market, and that favours patient buyers. GVR recorded 639 detached sales in July, down 3.2 per cent from a year earlier, with a regional benchmark price of $1,822,900 — off seven per cent year over year and 1.1 per cent from June. The detached sales-to-active listings ratio was just 10.5 per cent, the softest of any property type. GVR notes that prices tend to face downward pressure when that ratio holds below 12 per cent, which is roughly where detached homes sit right now.

On the Vancouver Westside, and in Kitsilano specifically, detached values run well above the regional benchmark, so the same math looks different at the top of the market. Well-priced family homes still attract committed buyers, while luxury properties above $4 million are taking longer to sell and rewarding sellers who price to today's conditions rather than yesterday's.

Westside Home Prices by Neighbourhood — 2026

It helps to separate the region-wide benchmark from what Kitsilano actually costs. The GVR composite benchmark for all Metro Vancouver home types is $1,088,800, but the Westside — Kitsilano included — trades at a meaningful premium. In Kitsilano, detached houses generally start around $2.5 million and climb well past $4 million for renovated or view homes, and that upper tier is where days on market have stretched the most in 2026.

Kitsilano's condo market is where most buyers find an entry point. Older walk-up apartments from the 1970s and 1980s are trading in the high-$400,000s, while one-bedroom units in newer buildings along West 4th Avenue and Broadway generally sit in the mid-$500,000s to low-$700,000s. Townhomes remain the scarcest option in the neighbourhood and carry a premium when they do come up. For live listings and current pricing, see my Kitsilano homes for sale page.

Condos and Townhomes: What Vancouver Buyers Should Know

Region-wide, the apartment benchmark eased to $688,000 in July, down 7.5 per cent year over year, and apartment sales fell 17.8 per cent — the steepest drop of any category. Townhome (attached) benchmark pricing came in at $1,030,400, down six per cent from last year. Yet attached homes also posted the market's strongest sales-to-active ratio at 15.8 per cent, a reminder that well-located townhomes still move.

For Kitsilano buyers, this is an opportunity. Softer condo demand and above-average inventory mean more time to make decisions, more room to negotiate, and less pressure to waive conditions such as inspections or financing. That is a healthier way to buy real estate in Vancouver, BC.

What Vancouver Westside Sellers Need to Know

Pricing to the current market matters more than ever. With the overall sales-to-active ratio at 13 per cent, Metro Vancouver is a balanced-to-buyer's market, and ambitious asking prices are simply sitting. Homes that are priced correctly, well presented, and marketed to the right buyer are still selling within reasonable timelines.

Presentation and timing are your levers. Because inventory remains elevated, your Kitsilano home is competing against more listings than usual, so staging, professional photography, and honest pricing separate a sold sign from a stale listing. And with fewer new sellers coming to market, a well-prepared home has a real chance to stand out. If you are weighing a move, a current, data-based valuation is the right first step.

How to Position Yourself as a Buyer in Vancouver's Westside

Get fully pre-approved before you shop, so a steady 2.25 per cent rate environment works in your favour and you know your true budget. Use the elevated inventory to compare several Kitsilano homes rather than rushing the first one. Lean on your conditions — inspection, financing, and title review protect you, and in today's market you rarely need to give them up. And define your must-haves early, because the right home at the right price still attracts competition even in a calmer market. Browse my active Vancouver Westside listings to see what is available now.

Talk to Anny Diao — Vancouver Westside Realtor

Every Kitsilano real estate market update comes down to your specific home, your timeline, and your goals — not just the regional average. As a Vancouver Westside realtor with Macdonald Realty since 2012, I help buyers and sellers across Kitsilano, Point Grey, Kerrisdale, and Dunbar make confident, well-informed moves in any market. Whether you are buying your first Kitsilano condo or selling a detached home, I offer clear advice in English and Mandarin. Thinking of buying or selling in Kitsilano, Vancouver? Call or text Anny Diao at 604-781-6567 or email info@annydiao.com.

The Kerrisdale real estate market this summer 2026 is defined by one word: choice. After a spring of rising inventory across Vancouver's Westside, buyers now have more homes to consider and more room to negotiate than they have had in years, while sellers who price to today's market are still finding motivated buyers. If you are weighing a move in Kerrisdale, this is the balanced, level-headed market that rewards preparation over urgency. Here is where things stand, backed by the latest board data, and what it means for you.

Vancouver Westside Market Overview — Summer 2026

Across Metro Vancouver, June 2026 confirmed a market that has cooled from its peaks but is no longer falling sharply. The MLS Home Price Index composite benchmark for all residential property types sat at $1,099,100, down about 6 per cent from a year earlier but essentially flat month-over-month at -0.1 per cent. That stabilizing trend — big year-over-year declines giving way to near-flat monthly readings — is the story of 2026 so far.

Sales are picking up. Greater Vancouver Realtors recorded 2,390 residential sales in June 2026, a 9.6 per cent increase over June 2025, though still 12.4 per cent below the ten-year seasonal average. The bigger shift is on the supply side: 17,017 active listings were on the market, roughly 30 per cent above the ten-year seasonal norm. More inventory plus steady demand equals leverage for buyers.

Interest rates are helping sentiment. On July 15, 2026, the Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25 per cent for the sixth consecutive announcement, signaling stability after the cutting cycle of prior years. Predictable borrowing costs give both buyers and sellers the confidence to transact, and the next rate decision is scheduled for September 2, 2026.

Detached Homes in Kerrisdale, Vancouver

Kerrisdale remains one of Vancouver's Westside blue-chip detached markets — tree-lined streets, generous lots, and a walkable village core that keeps demand durable through every cycle. Regionally, the detached benchmark price was $1,842,900 in June 2026, down 7.1 per cent year-over-year and just -0.3 per cent from the prior month. Kerrisdale trades well above that regional figure: as a premium Westside enclave, listing prices for detached homes here commonly sit north of $2.8 million, reflecting larger lots and the neighborhood's long-standing prestige.

What matters most to buyers right now is the balance of the market. The detached sales-to-active listings ratio across Greater Vancouver was 12 per cent in June 2026 — the low end of balanced territory and the most buyer-friendly of any property type. In practice, that means less competition, fewer bidding wars, and more time to do due diligence on a home before you write an offer. Well-located Kerrisdale properties that are priced correctly still move; overpriced listings sit.

Kerrisdale Home Prices in 2026: What the Numbers Show

Zooming out to the full picture helps put Kerrisdale home prices in 2026 in context. Region-wide, the June 2026 benchmarks were $1,842,900 for detached homes (down 7.1 per cent year-over-year), $1,046,200 for townhouses (down 5 per cent), and $695,200 for apartments. Each segment slipped only fractionally month-over-month, which tells us prices are consolidating rather than sliding.

Kerrisdale's detached values sit at a meaningful premium to those regional benchmarks, but the direction of travel is the same: modest year-over-year softening, followed by month-to-month stability. For buyers, that combination — prices off their highs, inventory abundant, and rates holding steady — is about as constructive an entry point as this neighbourhood offers. For sellers, it means realistic pricing and strong presentation are non-negotiable.

Condos and Townhomes: What Vancouver Buyers Should Know

Kerrisdale's attached market — the townhomes and low-rise apartments near West Boulevard and 41st Avenue — is where activity has been briskest. In June 2026, the attached (townhouse) sales-to-active ratio reached 17.8 per cent and apartments 15.5 per cent, both firmer than the detached segment. That points to steadier demand and slightly less negotiating room on well-priced condos and townhomes than on detached houses.

For downsizers who want to stay in the neighbourhood, or first-time Westside buyers, this is a practical entry point into Kerrisdale at a fraction of the detached price. The townhouse benchmark of $1,046,200 and apartment benchmark of $695,200 across the region give you a useful yardstick as you compare Kerrisdale listings.

What Vancouver Westside Sellers Need to Know

First, price to the market you are in, not the one from two years ago. With inventory about 30 per cent above the seasonal norm, buyers are comparing your home against many alternatives, and an ambitious list price is the fastest way to sit unsold.

Second, presentation wins. In a market with this much choice, staging, professional photography, and pre-listing preparation directly affect both your days on market and your final price.

Third, use the season. Summer buyer traffic is real, and the Bank of Canada's steady 2.25 per cent rate is keeping qualified buyers active. Listing while rates are predictable is an advantage.

Fourth, lean on hyper-local pricing. Kerrisdale does not move in lockstep with the regional average — its detached premium and strong village demand mean a Kerrisdale-specific comparative market analysis matters far more than a headline benchmark.

How to Position Yourself as a Buyer in Kerrisdale, Vancouver

Get financing certainty first. With the policy rate held at 2.25 per cent, secure a rate hold and a pre-approval so you can move decisively when the right Kerrisdale home appears. Run the numbers early with a mortgage calculator so your budget is set before you tour.

Use your leverage. The 12 per cent detached sales-to-active ratio means you can typically negotiate on price and terms and include sensible conditions — inspection, financing — without losing the home to a competing bid.

Be selective, then act. Abundant inventory is a gift, but the best Kerrisdale homes on the best streets still attract interest. Know your must-haves, tour efficiently, and be ready to write when a standout comes up.

Talk to Anny Diao — Kerrisdale & Vancouver Westside Realtor

Whether you are buying your first Westside home or selling a Kerrisdale property you have owned for decades, this summer 2026 market rewards local knowledge and a clear strategy. As a Vancouver Westside realtor with Macdonald Realty since 2012 — fluent in English and Mandarin — I bring block-by-block pricing insight to every Kerrisdale conversation. Explore current Kerrisdale homes for sale, then let's talk about your goals.

Thinking of buying or selling in Kerrisdale, Vancouver? Call or text Anny Diao at 604-781-6567 or email info@annydiao.com for a personalized, no-pressure conversation about the Kerrisdale real estate market.