Updated Stats for Residential Homes in the Okanagan Shuswap - April 2026

Sell/Inventory Ratio (this is the "absorption" of homes, i.e. how much of what is currently on the market sold last month.):

North: 16.67%

Central: 14.76%

Shuswap:  19.22%

Days to Sell (how many days on average it is taking to sell a home. Please note this does not include additional time on the market of any listings that expired or were cancelled and then re-listed.):

North: 55

Central: 54

Shuswap: 58

Active Listings:

North: 1451

Central: 3820

Shuswap: 1039

Benchmark Price:

North:

Single Family: $758,000

Townhouse:  $600,700

Apartment:    $320,000

Central:

Single Family: $1,049,900

Townhouse:     $724,000

Apartment:    $497,500

Shuswap:

Single Family: $725,800

Townhouse:     $582,800

Apartment:    $421,000

Average Prices (Residential):

North: $767,312

Central: $1,163,745

Shuswap: $788,719

Lakefront Sales (Year to date):

North Okanagan Waterfront Home Sales: 4

Central Okanagan Waterfront Home Sales: 10

Shuswap Waterfront Home Sales: 6

Okanagan Shuswap Overall Statistics:

Total Units that were newly LISTED (and active on the market):

North: 426

Central: 1166

Shuswap: 282

Total Units SOLD (all property types including raw land and commercial):

North: 151

Central: 436

Shuswap: 105

Wrap Up:

Sellers:

Sellers, you should know that this market is rewarding strong preparation and smart pricing strategies. Well-priced, well-presented homes are still moving quickly, but today’s buyers are active and engaged while also being more careful and selective with their decisions. It's time to talk strategy with a professional listing agent today. If you're considering listing your luxury home, our new video “Could your Home be Worth $3,000,000 in Vernon BC?” may be of interest to you!

Buyers:

Buyers, you still have solid negotiating power in today’s market, along with a good selection of homes and the time needed to complete proper due diligence before making a decision. That said, well-priced homes are continuing to sell more quickly, so it’s important to be prepared and act confidently when the right property comes up. It’s more important than ever to have a real estate expert guiding you through your journey. Reach out to our office today to get started! If you are considering a move to the Okanagan Valley, our new video “Moving to Vernon? Full Relocation Guide.” could be of interest to you!

Here is our feature listing of the month, a charming 2-bedroom home in Barnard’s Village. View our listing video for#55 2100 55 Avenue here:

If you are wanting to buy, call us and we can work together to get you access to that elusive 10% of homes that are not currently on the market.  One of them may just be the perfect home for you.  Reach out to Salt Fowler today. and "Just Add Salt".  Being first in line in this competitive market is key.  

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About the Author: The article above, Real Estate Market Update, was provided by Lisa Salt, an authority on Vernon BC, Okanagan and Shuswap and area real estate and a leader in the field of real estate blogging and vlogging.  Lisa and her group have helped literally thousands of families buy and sell homes since 1993. 

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