Vancouver East
Achievement: Strongest Sales Energy in the City
East Vancouver’s biggest win in February was sales activity.
Homes here moved with more consistency than many expected. Properties that were priced with the current market in mind saw real traction.
Why East Vancouver continues to perform:
- Diverse housing types (detached, duplex, condos)
- Established neighbourhoods with strong local amenities
- Relative affordability compared with the west side
For buyers, East Vancouver remains one of the places where opportunity and competition exist at the same time.
For sellers, the lesson is simple:
Homes priced to last year’s expectations still stall.
Homes priced for today’s market move.
Vancouver West
Achievement: Price Stability at Higher Price Points
The West Side’s quiet victory in February was price resilience.
Even with a smaller buyer pool at higher price points, values held relatively steady. That matters because the West Side often sets the tone for confidence in Vancouver’s premium housing segment.
What this signals:
- Buyers at the upper end remain cautious but committed
- Quality homes still attract interest
- Pricing discipline matters more than ever
If I were advising a friend selling on the West Side, I’d say:
Focus on presentation and realistic pricing. Buyers here are informed, and they move when the value makes sense.
Burnaby (North, South, East)
Achievement: Consistent Demand Across Property Types
Burnaby’s win in February was balance.
Unlike markets that depend heavily on one property type, Burnaby saw activity across:
- Condos
- Townhomes
- Detached homes
That diversity creates stability.
Buyers continue to see Burnaby as a practical choice because it offers:
- Strong transit connections
- Growing commercial hubs
- A wide range of housing options
In uncertain markets, balanced markets often perform best. February reinforced Burnaby’s reputation as one of Metro Vancouver’s most dependable housing markets.
Richmond
Achievement: Reliable Condo Market Performance
Richmond’s standout metric in February was the strength of its apartment segment.
Condos continued to attract buyers looking for:
- newer buildings
- predictable maintenance costs
- accessible pricing compared with detached homes
Richmond’s condo market often serves as an entry point for many buyers, and February showed that demand remains steady when properties are presented well.
For investors and first-time buyers alike, Richmond continues to offer one of the region’s more accessible pathways into home ownership.
Coquitlam
Achievement: Strong Appeal for Growing Communities
Coquitlam’s February story was growth confidence.
Buyers continue to choose Coquitlam because of:
- expanding transit connections
- newer developments
- community amenities and parks
What stands out most is how the area attracts both:
- local move-up buyers
- families relocating from other parts of Metro Vancouver
That combination tends to create a durable market.
When communities grow with infrastructure, schools, and transit, housing demand often follows.
New Westminster
Achievement: Value Recognition
New Westminster’s biggest February achievement was value awareness.
Buyers increasingly recognize that New West offers:
- proximity to downtown
- riverfront living
- historic neighbourhood character
- comparatively attainable pricing
Markets that combine location + relative value often attract buyers when affordability becomes a bigger conversation.
February showed that New Westminster continues to benefit from that positioning.
The Real Takeaway from February
If there’s one theme connecting all these results, it’s this:
The market isn’t frozen. It’s selective.
Buyers are still purchasing homes. But they’re doing so thoughtfully.
The properties that succeed right now share three traits:
- realistic pricing
- strong presentation
- clear value compared with competing listings
Homes that miss one of those pieces tend to wait longer.
A Question Many Homeowners Are Asking
“Is this a good time to sell?”
The honest answer depends on your specific property and neighbourhood.
Some homes are attracting multiple offers right now. Others require a different strategy.
If you’re curious about your own home’s position in today’s market, we provide a simple neighbourhood market report every January that breaks down local sales and listings.
You can also view a sample on our website to see how the numbers actually look.
One Protective Note
Market trends vary significantly by property type and neighbourhood. Before making decisions, it’s important to review recent comparable sales rather than relying only on city-wide averages.
If This Is You
- You’re wondering what your home might be worth now
- You’re planning a move later this year
- Or you’re simply trying to understand your neighbourhood market
We’re always happy to help you interpret the numbers.