MARKET INTELLIGENCE
5 YEAR
MARKET ANALYSIS
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Our market saw a notable surge during the pandemic as remote work became more common, and more people sought homes with access to outdoor recreation while remaining within commuting distance to Vancouver. This demand continued post-pandemic with Squamish seeing a surge in population growth, new development, and buyers continuing the search for a more lifestyle-focused community. Demand for detached homes, townhomes, and condos increased significantly, with listing inventory struggling to keep up with demand.
In recent years, despite shifts in interest rates and broader economic changes, the market has shown signs of stabilizing while remaining active and desirable. As development continues and the community evolves, Squamish is expected to remain a sought-after destination for both lifestyle buyers and real estate investors alike.
Monthly Market Snapshot
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Following the typical summer slowdown, September saw a modest increase in new listings across the Squamish market. Detached homes and townhomes increased by 7% and 13%, respectively, while apartment listings decreased by 12%. Overall, listing inventory rose by 10%.
Sales got off to a slower start in September, as a later back-to-school date and an extended stretch of summer-like weather kept both Sellers and Buyers focused on time outdoors. While total sales were consistent month over month, the mix of properties sold shifted noticeably, which may be attributed in part to Buyer demographics. Detached home sales fell from 14 in August to 7 in September, while townhome sales rose by 30% and apartment sales rose by 37%. These segments tend to attract first-time Buyers rather than larger family groups.
This shift in sales activity has helped keep both the townhome and apartment segments in balanced market territory, while the slower months have nudged the detached market in favour of Buyers.
Squamish Real Estate: Q3 2026
Third quarter sales and listing data in Squamish real estate reflect the broader uncertainty in the real estate market, shaped by economic conditions that are being felt locally and across the country. The overall market continues to…
Squamish Real Estate: Q2 2026
After outperforming much of the Lower Mainland and B.C. in 2025, the Squamish real estate market has shifted into a more balanced pace through the first half of 2026.
Squamish Real Estate: Q1 2026
The first quarter of 2026 offered a nuanced start to the year, with market activity shaped by both new development and seasonal timing. While headline numbers suggest a shift from the pace of early 2025, a closer look reveals a market adjusting to changing inventory levels, buyer behaviour, and broader economic influences.
Squamish Real Estate: 2025 Market Summary
As 2025 ended, a review of Squamish’s real estate market revealed a year shaped by steady demand, evolving buyer priorities, and continued confidence in the community. Local market performance once again highlighted Squamish’s unique position within the Sea to Sky corridor.
Squamish Real Estate Market Report Q3 2025
When reviewing Squamish’s real estate activity over the first three quarters of 2025, one word comes to mind: inconsistent. This roller coaster performance can be attributed to several factors.
Squamish Real Estate Market Report Q2 2025
Traditionally, we would compare Q2 2025 to the same period in 2024, which we will touch on briefly, however with so many other variables in play, comparing year over year to get a true gauge on the market does not give us an accurate representation of our current Squamish real estate market.