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The Greater Vancouver housing market continued to experience strong demand from homebuyers and an increase in total property listings in a month where the eyes of the world were focused on the region.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater Vancouver totalled 2,473 in February 2010, an increase of 67.1 per cent compared to February 2009 when 1,480 sales were recorded and a 28.6 per cent increase compared to the 1,923 sales recorded in January 2010.

More broadly, last month’s sales totals marked a 7.6 per cent decline compared to the 2,676 sales recorded in February 2008 and were 13.5 per cent behind February 2007 when 2,859 residential sales were recorded on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS®) in Greater Vancouver.

Over the last 12 months, the MLSLink® Housing Price Index (HPI) benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver increased 19.7 per cent to $581,911 from $486,054 in February 2009. This price is 2.4 per cent above the previous high point in the market in May 2008 when the residential benchmark price sat at $568,411.

 “We don’t know at this point what long-term impact the Olympics will have on our housing market, but we do know that activity in our market remained steady through all of the excitement and distraction of the last few weeks,” Scott Russell, REBGV president said.

“In February, for example, 110 sales were recorded on the MLS® in downtown Vancouver. That’s higher than 2009 and slightly lower than the mid-2000s, which is consistent with data from the overall market. It’s too soon to say whether that’s an Olympic effect,” Russell said.

New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver totalled 4,606 in February 2010. This represents a 17.6 per cent increase compared to February 2009 when 3,916 new units were listed, and a 10.5 per cent decrease compared to January 2010 when 5,147 properties were listed on the MLS® in Greater Vancouver.

At 11,346, the total number of property listings on the MLS® increased 11 per cent in February compared to last month and declined 21 per cent from this time last year.

“Two months into 2010, we see the total number of homes listed for sale on the rise and demand in the market strong, but less frenzied than we saw in the latter part of 2009,” Russell said.

Sales of detached properties increased 67.5 per cent in February 2010 to 983 from the 587 detached sales recorded during the same period in 2009. The benchmark price, as calculated by the MLSLink Housing Price Index®, for detached properties increased 22.5 per cent from February 2009 to $800,796.

Sales of apartment properties in February 2010 increased 65.2 per cent to 1,074 compared to 650 sales in February 2009. The benchmark price of an apartment property increased 17.3 per cent from February 2009 to $390,899.

Attached property sales in February 2010 are up 71.2 per cent to 416, compared with the 243 sales in February 2009. The benchmark price of an attached unit increased 16.2 per cent between Februarys 2009 and 2010 to $495,496.

Diverse selection and favourable interest rates continue to drive demand in the Greater Vancouver housing market.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater Vancouver totalled 1,923 in January 2010, an increase of 152.4 per cent compared to January 2009 when 762 sales were recorded and a 23.5 per cent decline compared to the 2,515 sales recorded in December 2009.

In terms of historical perspective, January ranked as an average month for number of residential housing sales over the past decade, with higher sales in January 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2006.

Over the last 12 months, the MLSLink® Housing Price Index (HPI) benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver increased 17.2 per cent to $573,241 from $489,007 in January 2009. This price is 0.8 per cent above the previous high point in the market in May 2008 when the residential benchmark price sat at $568,411.

 “Although home prices in the region have largely returned to their previous peaks, we still see a significant number of first-time and move-up buyers in the market, thanks to low interest rates and the diverse range of properties available today,” Jake Moldowan, REBGV president-elect said.

“There is also closer alignment between supply and demand in today’s housing market. At 18 per cent, the sales-to-active listings ratio in January is approximately 10 per cent lower than we’ve seen in our market over the last six months,” Moldowan said.

New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver totalled 5,147 in January 2010. This represents a 39.1 per cent increase compared to January 2009 when 3,700 new units were listed, and a 139.1 per cent increase compared to December 2009 when 2,153 properties were listed on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Greater Vancouver.

At 10,218, the total number of property listings on the MLS® increased 14 per cent in January compared to last month and declined 26 per cent from this time last year.

“Looking ahead, it’s difficult to know exactly what the Olympic effect will be on our market in February, although I think it’s fair to say it should be a quieter period for home buyers and sellers and so, in fact, may be a good time for motivated buyers to search for properties,” Moldowan said.

In January, sales of detached properties increased 141.4 per cent to 705 from the 292 detached sales recorded during the same period in 2009. The benchmark price, as calculated by the MLSLink® Housing Price Index, for detached properties increased 19.5 per cent from January 2009 to $788,499.

Sales of apartment properties in January 2010 increased 146.8 per cent to 891 compared to 361 sales in January 2009. The benchmark price of an apartment property increased 15.2 per cent from January 2009 to $385,487.

Attached property sales in January 2010 are up 200 per cent to 327, compared with the 109 sales in January 2009. The benchmark price of an attached unit increased 13.4 per cent between January 2009 and 2010 to $482,478.

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After beginning the year at near record low sales levels, buyers’ confidence in the Greater Vancouver housing market quickly returned, allowing for significant and sustained increases in the number of residential property sales for much of 2009.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that total unit sales of detached, attached and apartment properties in 2009 reached 35,669, a 44.8 per cent increase from the 24,626 unit sales recorded in 2008, but a 6.3 per cent decline from the 38,050 residential sales in 2007.

The number of homes listed for sale on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Greater Vancouver declined 15.5 per cent in 2009 to 52,869 compared to the 62,561 properties listed in 2008.

“Low interest rates, an economy emerging from recession and continuing to improve, and consumer confidence led to the resurgence experienced in the Greater Vancouver housing market in 2009,” Scott Russell, REBGV president said. “Home sales neared or passed monthly records in Greater Vancouver throughout the latter half of 2009. In fact, last month’s home sales rank as the third highest selling December in the 90-year history of our organization.”

Residential property sales in Greater Vancouver totalled 2,515 in December 2009, an increase of 172.2 per cent from the 924 sales recorded in December 2008, and an 18.4 per cent decline compared to November 2009 when 3,083 home sales occurred. 

The residential benchmark price, as calculated by the MLSLink Housing Price Index®, for Greater Vancouver increased 16.2 per cent to $562,463 between Decembers 2008 and 2009.

New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver totalled 2,153 in December 2009. This represents a 38.9 per cent increase compared to the 1,550 new units listed in December 2008 and a 41.1 per cent decline compared to November 2009 when 3,653 properties were listed.

“The number of homes listed for sale on our MLS® has been in decline in Greater Vancouver for eight of the last nine months, which results in upward pressure on home prices and less selection for buyers to choose from,” Russell said.

Total active listings in Greater Vancouver currently sit at 8,939, a decrease of 41 per cent from December 2008, and a decrease of 19 per cent from November 2009 (see graph on page two for more detail).

Sales of detached properties in December 2009 increased 159.2 per cent to 902, compared to 348 sales in December 2008. The benchmark price for detached properties increased 18.3 per cent to $766,816 compared to December 2008.

Sales of apartment properties in December 2009 increased 176.7 per cent to 1,154, compared to 417 sales in December 2008. The benchmark price of an apartment property increased 14.8 per cent since December 2008 to $382,573.

Attached property sales in December 2009 increased 188.7 per cent to 459, compared with the 159 sales in December 2008. The benchmark price of an attached unit increased 12.9 per cent between Decembers 2008 and 2009 to $478,093.

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Amazing family home in prime location!! Roof top deck with 360' views. Nothing to do but move into this custom designed home with 4 large bedrooms. Master ensuite offers a spa like experience, huge balcony with views from master bedroom. Gr and foyer with spiral stairs. This home offers 3 bedrooms up & one bedroom on the main floor. Top of the line appliances, gas stove & good size crawl space for extra storage. Hardwood floors in living & dining rooms. Wood burning fireplace that has never been used is waiting for your first experience. Detached double car garage & 1 car open parking. Low maintenance yard which will give you more time to enjoy with your family.

This house has undergone complete renovation from top to bottom and inside out. Finest finishings, new wiring, plumbing, windows, carpeting, home theatre, surround speaker system, lighting controls and more. A GEORGIE winner for the BEST MASTER SUITE featuring his and hers walk-in closets, Ann Sack glass tiles, steam in the master bedroom ensuite, and a soaker tub. Kitchen features marble top island, custom cabinetry, and tiled backspalsh. Northern mountain and downtown view from top floor. Built-in irrigation in the beautifully landscaped private backyard. Located west of Queen Elizabeth Park on a quiet street, walking distance to all that Cambie has to offer. Call now to book your private showing.

Extremely well kept South facing house. A lot of updating, big lot 42 x 122 on a quiet street. 3 bedroom + den, 3 bedroom unauthorized suite down, real hardwood floor thru out, new double glazed window, new paint in basement. Big deck & huge yard. Great location!!! Close to Churchill High School, Laurier Elementary School, transportation, shopping, etc.

Prestigious custom built home designed by award-winning designer, Victor Eric Design Group, it was on the 2005 Georgia Award Finalist for the best interiors. This beautiful home offering full attention to details in craftsmanship & master finishings. Many features incl A/C, exotic 1/4 inch dark color oak hardwood floors & cabinetry, granite with marble Brooder floor throughout. Whole house net working with internet & cable ready in every room, dining room overlooking outdoor master poind, an aquarium. Total 8 bedrooms & den, 5.5 baths, open kitchen with custom millworks, stainless steel appliances, excellent home theatre with wet bar, steam room, huge games room, wine cellar & much more. Open Sat & Sun Dec 12&13, 2-4pm.

SWEEPING VIEWS FROM EVERY ROOM! Picture this: Vancouver, the North Shore Mountains, SFU, Mount Baker and the Alex Fraser Bridge. Bring your decorating ideas to take full advantage of the natural ambience offered here! Spacious 1,102 sq ft, 2 bedroom corner suite in popular Burlington Square boasts open plan dining/living area with big balcony and large galley kitchen. Generous bedrooms offer unique bay windows, you will appreciate the convenience of a full-size washer and dryer in-suite laundry. Well managed complex has on-site caretaker-roof, pipes and elevators are all redone. Excellent location will have you walking to the bus, Skytrain, shopping, medical, dining and recreation. Great investment - act now!

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What an opportunity to own a piece of South Chesterman Beach. This charming beach house with cottage provides the perfect beach retreat for family & friends combined. The back doors open onto a sun drenched patio which steps down onto 2 mil es of pristine sandy beach & sunset views. Experience the beachfront lifestyle. Treed & private 0.48 acre lot with 100 feet of ocean frontage. Guest cabin, deck, wood shed, outdoor shed, outdoor shower. The perfect get away for surfing, beach walking, relaxing or storm watching.

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