Court Ordered Sales

Central Okanagan (Peachland to Lake Country including Kelowna) 

A Closer Look 

Okanagan Mainline real estate board lists 173 foreclosures

80 are single family homes

87 are condos

 The Single Family Homes are fairly well spread throughout the area, with 31 being inKelowna. They are in all price ranges, including 7 over a million dollars. 

The good news is that last year 107 were sold, so the 80 for sale now represents an 8 month inventory. 

 The condos are a different story

11 are at Big White ski resort

13 are new condos in Brookstone and Sitara in Lake Country

35 are new condos in Copper Sky in West Kelowna

That leaves 28 spread throughout the area with only 21 in Kelowna.

 The good news is that last year, 81 were sold so there is about 12 month inventory.

 What is impressive is that with these foreclosures being sold at sometimes bargain prices, the average sale price of homes and condos in the Central Okanagan is still holding up well.

 Stats Courtesy of OMREB

Property Type Jan 2012 Jan 2011 Incr/Decr %
Single Family 415,358 437,328 -5.02%
Condo apt. 267,945 263,720 +1.6%
Condo twnhse 380,372 318,788 +19.3%

See our website for a graph of average sale prices 1983-2011 www.pcrealty.ca

 What should you do now?

Look at some of these court sales and maybe pick up a bargain. Get expert help to avoid the pitfalls.

Lakeshore foreclosuresClick the following URL to see the listings:
http://matrix.omrebmls.ca/DE.asp?ID=371634533

Contact us at Premier Canadian Properties 250.717.1886 or Toll Free 1.877.717.1886 or by email: bert@pcrealty.ca

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New listing at Invue, Kelowna

No HST! Very quiet concrete construction building. Large 2bed/2bath corner condo with amazing views of orchard across Springfield (that land is ALR right to sidewalk so view is long term) Interior features: floor to ceiling windows with amazing S/E light exposure, hardwood floors, corian counters, oversize seamless glass shower, vessel sinks. 2 large decks with gas bbq line & view of lake. Amenities: large gym, roof top pool/hottub, infrared sauna, steam shower, games room, etc. TWO guest suites are very convenient & easily booked for your company. Heated underground parking. Strata fees cover heating & a/c as well as all the usual items. Call Louise Willerton 250.215.8554

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Economists see clouds on the horizon

The Province newspaper, Friday, January 6, 2012-indicates the world is watching what is happening in the US.

 Still? Why not watch those who could be leading the way?

With Canada’s conservative financial management, we’ve had our tougher times, too, but seem to be coming around nicely. Our unemployement rates, while higher than a few years ago are steady or modestly improving; housing prices have dropped from their peak (as they always do), but are flat or slightly improving in many areas; interest rates are amongst the lowest in 30 years; our cost of living is not increasing radically; union workers are still seeking double digit increases. Does this not indicate to you that Canada is not only a wonderful place to live, but should be the model of what to watch?http://www.theprovince.com/business/Economists+clouds+horizon/5955917/story.html

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#1306-1875 Country Club Drive

 Price reduced by $10,000 from $295,000 to $285,000. View this property at http://www.pcrealty.ca/listing/1306-1875-country-club-drive-2/

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Canadian Banks Call Truce in Easy Money Mortgage Battle

 Toronto Globe and Mail , February 8, 2012-this article indicates that two Canadian banks have called an end to “the bonanza of dirt-cheap mortgages.” As  rates edge higher, it would seem that with low asking prices, and still very reasonable financing rates of 3.39%, now could be the time to take advantage of the ” Buyer’s market” to secure your piece of real estate. The signs are there that we are approaching a balanced situation where demand meets supply for properties.

Read their article:http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/canadian-banks-call-truce-in-easy-money-mortgage-battle/article2331673/

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Location, Location, Location

CENTRE POINT CONDOS

1350 Ridgeway Drive, Kelowna- nearly new building, no age or rental restrictionsrentals ok, 1 small pet OK. Close to Kelowna Golf and Country Club, Spall Plaza, Parkinson Rec Centre. 

Unit 316-2 bed, 2 bath 931 sq ft , like new, stainless steel appliances, great floor plan Asking $279,900 http://www.pcrealty.ca/listing/316-1350-ridgeway-drive/

Unit 207- 2 bed, 2 bath 934 sq ft, like new, stainless steel apliances asking $269,900 http://www.pcrealty.ca/listing/207-1350-ridgeway-drive/

Unit 415- Top floor, 931  sq ft, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, Asking $294,900 http://www.pcrealty.ca/listing/415-1350-ridgeway-294900/

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Condos that Pay for Themselves

…through positive cash flow:

Unit 1306-1875 Country Club Drive 2bed,2 bath + den 1166 sq ft  Asking $285,000 http://www.pcrealty.ca/listing/1306-1875-country-club-drive-2/

Unit 1416-1875 country Club Drive 2 bed, 2 bath, 2 parking–view over golf course $289,000 http://www.pcrealty.ca/listing/1416-1875-country-club-drive/

Unit 2411 1 bed + den –rent to UBCO students for positive cash flow $218,900 http://www.pcrealty.ca/listing/2411-1873-country-club-drive/

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History of Central Okanagan real estate values

 

    This graph shows the yearly average selling price of a single family home in the Central Okanagan from Peachland to Lake Country for the years 1983 to 2011. While there have been some flat spots, overall there has been tremendous growth. It also shows why now could be the time to make your home purchase before prices take the next upswing.This combined with the population increase from the last census you can see why the Okanagan continues to have excellent investment potential.

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Commercial Properties Kelowna

Pine Ridge Mobile Home Park

Pine Ridge Mobile Home Park

$474,000
Posted on: December 14, 2011
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#109-1835 Gordon Drive

#109-1835 Gordon Drive

$199,000
Posted on: December 14, 2011
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21606 & 20810 Bridgeman Road, Summerland BC

21606 & 20810 Bridgeman Road, Summerland BC

$5,780,000
Posted on: November 8, 2011
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3355 Skaha Lake Rd-Holiday House Motel

3355 Skaha Lake Rd-Holiday House Motel

$1,430,000
Posted on: September 20, 2011
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20818 McDougald Road

20818 McDougald Road

9564 Highway 97N

9564 Highway 97N

$4,200,000
Posted on: July 19, 2011
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1282 Ellis Street

1282 Ellis Street

$58,800
Posted on: July 19, 2011
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1495 6th Avenue, Valemont

1495 6th Avenue, Valemont

$3,980,000
Posted on: May 20, 2011
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2101 Old Okanagan Hwy - Commercial Property West Kelowna

2101 Old Okanagan Hwy – Commercial Property West Kelowna

$199,000
Posted on: September 29, 2010
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Kelowna’s 38 year Property Value Statistics

The average yearly single home real estate price in the Central Okanagan has increased from $73,550 in 1983 to $472,888 in 2011. This has included a couple of periods of dramatic increases and a few periods of recession; but over the longer haul, real estate continues to be a potentially phenomenal investment.

Call Premier Canadian Properties today while interest rates are at record low levels and secure a piece for your investment portfolio or  make the leap from tenant to owner.

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