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Property Sales Soften in October; Prices Remain Stable
The number of property sales throughout Greater Victoria declined in October while prices remained
stable.
A total of 316 homes and other properties sold in October through the Victoria Real Estate Board’s
Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) down from the 512 sales in September. There were 708 sales in
October of last year. The number of properties available for sale at the end of October was 4,680. That
represents a 41 per cent increase compared to October of last year but a slight decline from the 4,754
properties available for sale at the end of September.
Victoria Real Estate Board President, Tony Joe, says despite the decline in the number of sales, it is
important to keep the market activity in context. ”The last six years have seen extraordinary growth.
Last year in particular was truly exceptional both in terms of sales and prices so comparisons must be
made with care. A more realistic comparison would be with 1998 -- a year in which sales and inventory
levels were comparable to today and a time when the market was considered to be strong and stable.”
Joe noted there has been a total of 6,012 sales in the first ten months of this year compared to 4,571 in
the corresponding period in 1998. There were 4,057 active listings at the end of October, 1998
The average price of single family homes in Greater Victoria last month was $565,741, up from
$549,284 in September; the six-month average was $574,848 though the median price in October was
considerably lower at $495,000. There were seven single family homes that sold for over $1 million in
October, including two in Oak Bay, one of which sold for between $2 million and $3 million.
The average price of all townhomes sold last month was $389,731, down from $405,287 in September;
the six month average was $425,866. The median price in October was $369,500. The overall average
price for condominiums at $323,028 last month was up from $319,562 in September. The average for
the last six months was $316,644. The median price for condominiums in October was $280,000.
MLS® sales last month included 184 single family homes, 76 condominiums, 26 townhomes and eight
manufactured homes.

Read More]]> Here is the report for October as written by Tony Joe, president of the Victoria Real Estate Board.


 


Property Sales Soften in October; Prices Remain Stable
The number of property sales throughout Greater Victoria declined in October while prices remained
stable.
A total of 316 homes and other properties sold in October through the Victoria Real Estate Board’s
Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) down from the 512 sales in September. There were 708 sales in
October of last year. The number of properties available for sale at the end of October was 4,680. That
represents a 41 per cent increase compared to October of last year but a slight decline from the 4,754
properties available for sale at the end of September.
Victoria Real Estate Board President, Tony Joe, says despite the decline in the number of sales, it is
important to keep the market activity in context. ”The last six years have seen extraordinary growth.
Last year in particular was truly exceptional both in terms of sales and prices so comparisons must be
made with care. A more realistic comparison would be with 1998 -- a year in which sales and inventory
levels were comparable to today and a time when the market was considered to be strong and stable.”
Joe noted there has been a total of 6,012 sales in the first ten months of this year compared to 4,571 in
the corresponding period in 1998. There were 4,057 active listings at the end of October, 1998
The average price of single family homes in Greater Victoria last month was $565,741, up from
$549,284 in September; the six-month average was $574,848 though the median price in October was
considerably lower at $495,000. There were seven single family homes that sold for over $1 million in
October, including two in Oak Bay, one of which sold for between $2 million and $3 million.
The average price of all townhomes sold last month was $389,731, down from $405,287 in September;
the six month average was $425,866. The median price in October was $369,500. The overall average
price for condominiums at $323,028 last month was up from $319,562 in September. The average for
the last six months was $316,644. The median price for condominiums in October was $280,000.
MLS® sales last month included 184 single family homes, 76 condominiums, 26 townhomes and eight
manufactured homes.

Read More ]]> http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/275/#comments http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/273/ http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/273/#comments Wed, 05 Nov 2008 19:11:56 +0000 Listings http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/273/ I just finished uploading this Single family home for sale, 3346 Biscoe Dr, Victoria, BC
Impressive two-level home with many updates including main BA, kitchen with new s/s appl, landscaping, and a custom built, wheelchair accessible 2BR in-law suite. Upper level has gleaming hardwood floors, coved ceilings, gas f/p in LR, large kitchen w/ skylight and lots of natural light. Lower level has suite w/ full kitchen, laundry, step in/wheelchair shower, 2 large BR, LR and storage. Fully fenced backyard with lovely gardens and fruit trees. Driveway will fit 4 or more vehicles.

Read More]]> I just finished uploading this Single family home for sale, 3346 Biscoe Dr, Victoria, BC
Impressive two-level home with many updates including main BA, kitchen with new s/s appl, landscaping, and a custom built, wheelchair accessible 2BR in-law suite. Upper level has gleaming hardwood floors, coved ceilings, gas f/p in LR, large kitchen w/ skylight and lots of natural light. Lower level has suite w/ full kitchen, laundry, step in/wheelchair shower, 2 large BR, LR and storage. Fully fenced backyard with lovely gardens and fruit trees. Driveway will fit 4 or more vehicles.

Read More ]]> http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/273/#comments http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/265/ http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/265/#comments Mon, 27 Oct 2008 10:38:27 +0000 Listings http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/265/ This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Single family home for sale in beautiful Lake Hill.
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Lake Hill Single family home for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at #250-217-5091 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Kevin Ramsay
Fair Realty Read More]]> This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Single family home for sale in beautiful Lake Hill.
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Lake Hill Single family home for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at #250-217-5091 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Kevin Ramsay
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Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Royal Oak Condominium for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at #250-217-5091 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Kevin Ramsay
Fair Realty Read More]]> This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condominium for sale in beautiful Royal Oak.
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Royal Oak Condominium for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at #250-217-5091 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Kevin Ramsay
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Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Half-Duplex for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at #250-217-5091 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Kevin Ramsay
Fair Realty Read More]]> This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Half-Duplex for sale in beautiful .
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Half-Duplex for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at #250-217-5091 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Kevin Ramsay
Fair Realty Read More ]]> http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/261/#comments http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/259/ http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/259/#comments Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:33:47 +0000 Listings http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/259/ This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Single family home for sale in beautiful .
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Single family home for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at #250-217-5091 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
Kevin Ramsay
Fair Realty Read More]]> This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Single family home for sale in beautiful .
Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Single family home for sale.
As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at #250-217-5091 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.
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Fair Realty Read More ]]> http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/259/#comments http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/257/ http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/257/#comments Fri, 24 Oct 2008 21:18:47 +0000 Listings http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/257/ I just finished uploading this Single family home for sale, 1665 Cedar Ave, Saanich, BC
1st time on the market in 41 years! This meticulously maintained house is waiting for the second owner. Decor updates are needed but this is a solid home with hardwood under the carpets and lots of potential.

3 bedrooms upstairs plus a big kitchen, 4 piece bathroom, separate dining room, large living room with wood burning fireplace, and a laundry room. Downstairs is partially finished - build a suite, family room, home business - so many options.

Detached 20'x22' garage and a big driveway. Large fenced backyard with garden space and tool shed.

A beautiful home in the Cedar Hill neighbourhood, close to Mt. Tolmie and much more.
Read More]]> I just finished uploading this Single family home for sale, 1665 Cedar Ave, Saanich, BC
1st time on the market in 41 years! This meticulously maintained house is waiting for the second owner. Decor updates are needed but this is a solid home with hardwood under the carpets and lots of potential.

3 bedrooms upstairs plus a big kitchen, 4 piece bathroom, separate dining room, large living room with wood burning fireplace, and a laundry room. Downstairs is partially finished - build a suite, family room, home business - so many options.

Detached 20'x22' garage and a big driveway. Large fenced backyard with garden space and tool shed.

A beautiful home in the Cedar Hill neighbourhood, close to Mt. Tolmie and much more.
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Property Sales and Prices Steady in September



Both the number of property sales and overall prices throughout Greater Victoria remained steady in


September, showing little change from August.


A total of 512 homes and other properties sold in September through the Victoria Real Estate Board’s


Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) down minimally from the 517 sales in August. There were 632 sales


in September of last year. The number of properties available for sale at the end of September was


4,754. That represents a 41 per cent increase compared to September of last year.


Victoria Real Estate Board President, Tony Joe, says despite the recent global economic uncertainty,


the latest sales and price figures are encouraging. ”These figures attest to the continuing stability and


strength of the local real estate market despite the troubling economic news that we hear so much


about,” said Joe. “While the average price of single family homes sold last month was virtually


unchanged from August and the average price for townhomes dropped slightly, the average price of


condominiums sold increased last month,” Joe added.


The average price of single family homes in Greater Victoria last month was $549,284 showing little


change from $549,914 in August; the six-month average was $585,643 though the median price in


September was considerably lower at $500,000. There were 18 single family homes that sold for over


$1 million in September, including three on the Gulf Islands.


The average price of all townhomes sold last month was $405,287, down from nearly $414,000 in


August; the six month average was $427,207. The median price in September was $370,000. The


overall average price for condominiums at $319,562 last month was up from just over $302,000 in


August. The average for the last six months was $318,315. The median price for condominiums in


September was $276,000.


MLS® sales last month included 309 single family homes, 111 condominiums, 53 townhomes and 12


manufactured homes.


Read More]]>
Property Sales and Prices Steady in September



Both the number of property sales and overall prices throughout Greater Victoria remained steady in


September, showing little change from August.


A total of 512 homes and other properties sold in September through the Victoria Real Estate Board’s


Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) down minimally from the 517 sales in August. There were 632 sales


in September of last year. The number of properties available for sale at the end of September was


4,754. That represents a 41 per cent increase compared to September of last year.


Victoria Real Estate Board President, Tony Joe, says despite the recent global economic uncertainty,


the latest sales and price figures are encouraging. ”These figures attest to the continuing stability and


strength of the local real estate market despite the troubling economic news that we hear so much


about,” said Joe. “While the average price of single family homes sold last month was virtually


unchanged from August and the average price for townhomes dropped slightly, the average price of


condominiums sold increased last month,” Joe added.


The average price of single family homes in Greater Victoria last month was $549,284 showing little


change from $549,914 in August; the six-month average was $585,643 though the median price in


September was considerably lower at $500,000. There were 18 single family homes that sold for over


$1 million in September, including three on the Gulf Islands.


The average price of all townhomes sold last month was $405,287, down from nearly $414,000 in


August; the six month average was $427,207. The median price in September was $370,000. The


overall average price for condominiums at $319,562 last month was up from just over $302,000 in


August. The average for the last six months was $318,315. The median price for condominiums in


September was $276,000.


MLS® sales last month included 309 single family homes, 111 condominiums, 53 townhomes and 12


manufactured homes.


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Priced to sell quickly - why rent when you can own? This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit features new laminate flooring, new insuite washer and dryer, gas fireplace and patio for your BBQ. Gas fireplace mantle has cable/plug-ins for your big screen TV. Cheater ensuite door from large master bedroom to the main bathroom. Minor TLC needed in bathroom (grout/lino). Good sized kitchen with ample cabinets and a dishwasher. Rentals allowed, 1 dog or 1 cat Read More]]> I just finished uploading this Condominium for sale, 101 331 Burnside Rd E, Victoria, BC
Priced to sell quickly - why rent when you can own? This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit features new laminate flooring, new insuite washer and dryer, gas fireplace and patio for your BBQ. Gas fireplace mantle has cable/plug-ins for your big screen TV. Cheater ensuite door from large master bedroom to the main bathroom. Minor TLC needed in bathroom (grout/lino). Good sized kitchen with ample cabinets and a dishwasher. Rentals allowed, 1 dog or 1 cat Read More ]]> http://sweethomevictoria.com/ViewBlog/241/#comments