Summer is in full swing in the Sea to Sky, and so is the local real estate market. Here's a plain-language look at what happened in Whistler and Pemberton in July — and what it might mean if you're thinking about buying or selling.
Whistler: A Steady, Active Market
Whistler stayed pretty calm in July, with listing levels barely changing from June. There was one exception, though: condos, which saw six new listings hit the market compared to the month before.
Sales were a mixed bag. Townhome and condo sales slowed down a little, chalet sales held steady, and shared ownership properties actually picked up. Overall, the number of homes available barely moved — just 11 more properties came onto the market across all of Whistler from June to July.
Here's how it breaks down by property type:
Why is this happening? A couple of things stand out. Townhouses are moving fast — just 26 days on average — which tells us buyers are still competing hard when the right one comes up. Chalets are taking a lot longer to sell, closer to three months on average, giving buyers more time to shop around and negotiate.
Looking ahead: With a busy summer events calendar and strong visitor numbers, interest in owning property in Whistler continues to run high. If that momentum keeps up, it could mean a solid finish to the season.
Pemberton: Following Its Usual Summer Pattern
Pemberton is doing what it typically does this time of year — both listings and sales dipped slightly compared to June. The one category that held flat was condos, where inventory stayed exactly the same.
Here's how it breaks down by property type:
Why is this happening? Fewer new listings this month may be nudging some buyers into a wait-and-see approach, as they anticipate more properties coming to market this fall. At the same time, lower inventory can actually work in sellers' favour — buyers who need to move now have less competition to deal with and may be more motivated to act.
What's next for Pemberton? Activity in the resort has stayed brisk, with events and visitor numbers remaining strong and continuing to drive inquiries about property ownership. If that keeps up through the fall, it could bring some welcome momentum back to the market.
The Bottom Line
Whistler stayed steady in July, with townhouses moving quickly while chalets give buyers a bit more room to negotiate. Pemberton is following its typical summer slowdown, but strong visitor traffic and steady inquiries suggest there's still plenty of interest waiting in the wings.
If you're curious about how these trends could affect your own buying or selling plans, we're always happy to chat.
— Lisa Hilton, PREC The Whistler Real Estate Company (WREC)
