This Okanagan Shuswap Real Estate Update covers the areas of Greater Vernon and the North Okanagan, Kelowna and Central Okanagan as well as Salmon Arm and the Shuswap.
Updated Stats for Residential Homes in the Okanagan Shuswap - November 2025
Sell/Inventory Ratio (this is the "absorption" of homes, i.e. how much of what is currently on the market sold last month.):
North: 14.53%
Central: 11.50%
Shuswap: 13.24%
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: 74
Central: 70
Shuswap: 98
Active Listings:
North: 1309
Central: 3611
Shuswap: 886
Benchmark Price:
North:
Single Family: $739,400
Townhouse: $557,600
Apartment: $309,800
Central:
Single Family: $1,021,000
Townhouse: $752,800
Apartment: $486,700
Shuswap:
Single Family: $716,300
Townhouse: $544,400
Apartment: $407,300
Average Prices (Residential):
North: $768,490
Central: $1,078,116
Shuswap: $713,900
Lakefront Sales (Year to date):
North Okanagan Waterfront Home Sales: 28
Central Okanagan Waterfront Home Sales: 58
Shuswap Waterfront Home Sales: 37
Okanagan Shuswap Overall Statistics:
Total Units that were newly LISTED (and active on the market):
North: 213
Central: 660
Shuswap: 135
Total Units SOLD (all property types including raw land and commercial):
North: 123
Central: 302
Shuswap: 57
Wrap Up:
For winter home sellers, realistic pricing is more important than ever, as the most serious buyers are the ones actively shopping right now. Strong presentation through staging and professional photography helps attract those buyers, even if days on market are slightly longer. A smart strategy this winter can position you for stronger results as the market shifts in January and into 2026. It's time to talk strategy with a professional listing agent today. If you're currently on the market and trying to decide if the snowbird life is for you, our new video "The Truth about Winters in Vernon, BC." may be of interest to you!
For buyers, winter offers a rare advantage with fewer competitors, longer days on market, and increased negotiating power. Motivated sellers and stabilizing interest rates can lead to better deals, making this an ideal time to act before spring demand returns. 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 searching for a lakeview home in the Okanagan area and struggling to find one in your price range, the new video "Why you can buy a Dream Home in the North Okanagan for LESS than you Think!" may be of interest to you!
Here is our feature listing of the month, an updated home in a newer community. View our listing video for #77 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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