š Whistler Spring Market Shows Momentum


Sales in Whistler rose 21% from April to May, with 41 property transactions noted. Thatās despite a 22% drop compared to last May. Townhomes drove the activity, doubling year-over-year and jumping 60% month-over-month. Meanwhile, 86 new listings hit the marketājust under Marchās peakāand total inventory held steady at 338 homes.
Chalet values softened both monthly and annually. In contrast, townhomes and condos edged up in price. Time on market increased: chalets took around 143 days, townhomes 73 days, and condos 31 days to sell. The sales-to-listings ratio indicates a balanced market, with a slight seller tilt in the townhome sector.
š Pemberton Peaks with Listings & High-End Sales
Pemberton recorded 10 sales in Mayāthe busiest month since Octoberāwith inventory climbing 10% to 67 active listings (52 if land is excluded). A remarkable 21 new listings hit the marketātheir highest single-month total since May 2024.
Notably, Pemberton welcomed its first sale over $3āÆmillion this year, signaling renewed confidence in luxury homes. Single-family homes moved faster, with median days on market dropping to 25 days ,With an average sale price 0f $1,467,500. Condos and townhomes stayed moderate on time. Overall, the market remains active and balanced.
š° Canadian Economy: Interest Rates & Inflation Trends
The Bank of Canada held its overnight rate steady at 2.75%, with the Bank Rate at 3% and the deposit rate at 2.70%āmarking a second consecutive pause. Headline inflation cooled to about 1.7% in April, aided by energy price drops and carbon tax removal . Core inflationāCPIātrim and CPIāmedianāremained elevated at 3.1% and 3.2%, respectivelyĀ
The Bank emphasized uncertainty related to U.S. tariffs and trade policy. It remains cautious, citing mixed signals: slowing headline inflation, persistent core pressures, and softer domestic growthĀ Expectation for further cuts hinges on how inflation and U.S. economic headwinds evolve.
š Why Clients Should Act Now
Whistler and Pemberton defy broader Vancouver-area trends, where rising inventory and softer demand are more common.
Well-priced properties in these communities continue to attract rapid interest and multiple offers. Buyers seeking a mountain lifestyle should prepare to submit strong offers. Sellers, especially in townhome and condo segments, benefit from current price growth.
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