Welcome to the monthly real estate statistics newsletter.
The Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate again, however, with signs that inflation could be easing there are indications that a rate cut in June is possible.
So far this year our sales are averaging slightly lower than the same period last year but our inventory levels are higher. Although the number of properties for sale is still quite low when you look at the previous 10 years.
The median price for a freehold home in Nanaimo is averaging around $800,000 so far this year and around $940,000 in Parksville/Qualicum, which are both slightly higher than the same period last year. What will happen for the remainder of the year is difficult to predict as it likely will depend on the Bank of Canada June announcement...