A total of 654 properties were sold in the Victoria Real Estate Board region this October, 60.7 percent more than the 407 properties sold in October 2023 and a 14.5 percent increase from September 2024. Sales of condominiums were up 32.6 percent from October 2023, with 187 units sold. Sales of single-family homes increased by 76.2 percent from October 2023, with 340 sold.

“Sales did increase notably over last year, but it’s important to include some context,” said 2024 Victoria Real Estate Board Chair-Elect Dirk VanderWal. “October 2023 saw the fewest sales in that month since 2008, which distorts a year-over-year comparison; in fact, last month’s sales count was almost exactly on the ten-year average for the month. With that context, although we’ve certainly seen a notable increase in sales month over month, this does signal a return to a more average market for this time of year. The number of homes available on the market has remained relatively consistent, which has also created the benefit of a more balanced market for buyers and sellers, even with the increase in sales numbers.”

There were 3,161 active listings for sale on the Victoria Real Estate Board Multiple Listing Service® at the end of October 2024, a decrease of 6 percent compared to the previous month of September and a 14.7 percent increase from the 2,756 active listings for sale at the end of October 2023.

“I think it’s safe to say that many consumers have been watching the Bank of Canada rate announcements, and that could be influencing their decision-making,” adds Chair-Elect VanderWal.

“Recent rate drops likely encouraged a few more buyers and sellers to enter the market, and we may see that trend continue in November, the month which traditionally begins our market’s winter lull. Even though sales were higher last month, we are still experiencing a comfortable environment for buyers and sellers to negotiate. There are fewer multiple offers and more time for the decision-making process. It is hard to predict what the winter market will bring, so it’s a great idea to consult with your favourite local REALTOR® to discuss the current market.”

Benchmark Prices

The Multiple Listing Service® Home Price Index benchmark value for a single-family home in the Victoria Core in October 2023 was $1,310,100. The benchmark value for the same home in October 2024 decreased by 0.8 percent to $1,300,200, up from September’s value of $1,279,700. The MLS® HPI benchmark value for a condominium in the Victoria Core area in October 2023 was $578,800, while the benchmark value for the same condominium in October 2024 decreased by 5.4 percent to $547,800, down from the September value of $553,400.

October 2024 Victoria Real Estate Market Stats

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Original source: VREB