Current listing inventory as of August 28,2009:
Single Family Dwellings - 2091 properties including 12 pending offers
Strata - Condos - 1073 properties including 3 pending offers
Strata - Townhomes - 505 properties including 8 pending offers
Manufactured Home - 229 including 1 pending offers
Lots/Acreages - 937 properties including 4 pending offers
Total properties for sale - 4,835 (total inventory increase of 0.62% from last month)
There are a total of 45 foreclosures amongst the entire listing inventory. That is an overall change of one listing to the total number of foreclosures from July/09 to August/09.
Current foreclosures in the Central Okanagan listings represents 0.9% of the total listing inventory!
The breakdown is as follows:
2 Lots and Acreages ($445,000 and $590,000)
32 Single Family Residential ($250,000 to $2.295 Million)
10 Strata Properties ($189,900 to $999,000).
There is currently one pending sale on a foreclosure property in the Joe Rich area.
If you would like a detailed list of current foreclosures in Kelowna and its surrounding areas please contact me at (250) 808-7700 or jason.neumann@century21.ca
Sincerely,
Current listing inventory as of July 27,2009:
Single Family Dwellings - 2113 properties including 8 pending offers
Strata - Condos - 1035 properties including 3 pending offers
Strata - Townhomes - 533 properties including 6 pending offers
Manufactured Home - 236 including 0 pending offers
Lots/Acreages - 915 properties including 5 pending offers
Total properties for sale - 4,832 (total inventory down 1.45% from last month)
There are a total of 46 foreclosures amongst the entire listing inventory. There was no change to the total number of foreclosures from June/09 to July/09. However, there was a 40% increase in Single Family foreclosures (up from 23 in June to 32 in July) and approximately a 30% drop in Strata Properties (down from 16 in June to 11 in July)
Current foreclosures in the Central Okanagan listings represent of the total listing inventory!
The breakdown is as follows:
2 Lots and Acreages ($445,000 and $590,000)
32 Single Family Residential ($225,000 to $1.874 Million)
11 Strata Properties ($179,900 to $990,000).
There is currently one pending sale on a foreclosure property at this time.
If you would like a detailed list of current foreclosures in Kelowna and its surrounding areas please contact me at (250) 808-7700 or jason.neumann@century21.ca
Sincerely,
This year's 50th anniversary of Rutland May Days will run from May 15 to May 18 in Centennial Park.
Event's include: All-Star Wrestling, Bull Riding Championships, Karaoke, Youth Dances and an Amusement Park.
Daily admission to various events is $2. Breakfast will be served every morning from 8am.
Parade will begin Saturday, May 16 at 10:00am.
Sincerely,
Current listing inventory as of May 2009:
Single Family Dwellings - 2076 properties including 15 pending offers
Strata - Condos - 1028 properties including 5 pending offers
Strata - Townhomes - 557 properties including 6 pending offers
Manufactured Home - 208 including 0 pending offers
Lots/Acreages - 740 properties including 5 pending offers
Total properties for sale - 4,640
And amongst the entire listing inventory...only 27 Foreclosures!!!
This means that only .0058% of all Central Okanagan listings are currently in foreclosure! The breakdown is as follows: 2 Lots and Acreages, 19 Single Family Residential ($226,800 to $2.49 Million) and 6 Strata Properties ($134,900 to $329,000).
Bottom line is the pricing and selection of properties in the Okanagan is the best it has been in years. Taking advantage of this balanced market is what investors are doing, shouldn't you?
Sincerely,
The 20th Annual is set to fill the hungry appetites of Kelowna residents this coming Sunday March 29,2009 from 11am to 4pm and held at the Kelowna Curling Club.
Organizers are expecting more than 4,000 visitors at this years event will have 32 booths and over 100 dishes to sample from. Some of the restaurants and eateries planning to attend are: Annegret's Chocolates, Bonfire Restaurant, Cannery Brewing, Chances, Christopher's, Coast Capri, Mill Creek Brewery, Freddy's Brew Pub, Gehringer Winery, Grand Bay Cafe, Hanna's, Hotel Eldorado, Industry Restaurant, Infusions, Mekong, Memphis Blues, Montana's, Moxies, Nature's Fare, Oughtred Coffee and Tea, Spoonstruck Eatery, Summerhill Sunset Bistro and Summerhill Winery, Tree Brewery, Van Houtte Coffee and Wild Apple Grill.
So be sure and bring the whole family for a fun afternoon of eating and children's entertainment with live music, magicians, clowns and dancing on the agenda. Cost of admission is $4 for adults, $2 for children 7 to 12 years of age and free for kids under six years . Food samplings are $1 to $2 each. The net proceeds of this event benefit the following local community organizations: Boys and Girls Club, YMCA Strong Kids Campaign and Kids Care.
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Your Kelowna Realtor®, takes the stress out of buying or selling real estate in Kelowna, Westbank, Peachland, West Kelowna, Lake Country,Vernon or Westside communities in the Sunny Central Okanagan.
Having lived in British Columbia my entire life I really feel somewhat spoiled. The abundance of things to do and see in our beautiful province is truly amazing! I grew up for the most part in the Lower Mainland with the bulk of that time in Abbotsford. I was one of the very fortunate kids out there that didn't move a whole lot so I had a great core of friends right through high school. Growing up in an agricultural city was one I am thankful for. I have terrific memories of picking ripe strawberries and raspberries as a young boy. I even sold John Deere tractors for a time and truly loved the experience.
As a family we traveled to the Okanagan yearly and hit every water-slide park that was out there at the time. I distinctly remember looking at the gorgeous landscape in Kelowna as a child and thinking "this would be a cool place to live!" Well, I guess wishes do come true as my family moved here a few years ago and we have loved every minute of it. During the various seasons we like to explore the Okanagan and spend time at the beach, the ski hills, the local shops, pick fresh fruit in the orchards or whatever else seems like fun for that day! Kelowna really is a special place!
As a Realtor ® , my philosophy is to make the buying and selling process of real estate an enjoyable experience for everyone! When my clients are faced with tough decisions and need some guidance or advice I am there every step of the way. The most important thing that I do for my clients is put their needs and wants at the forefront of everything that I do. My core values are: Honesty, Integrity and to be considered Trustworthy. The highest compliment I could ever receive is the referral of a friend or family member. It is about being so much more than talk, it is about being true to your word through action!
I may not be the biggest name in Kelowna Real Estate...
I am simply the best name!
K.L.O. - means "Kelowna Land and Orchard Company", the company owned most of the land in that area for many years.
Kelowna's Fall Wine Festival is ranked amongst the "Top 100 Events in North America" year after year.
Mount Boucherie is one of five extinct volcanoes found in the Okanagan.
Kelowna's five major performance companies produce over 15 plays and musicals each year.
The "Sunny Okanagan" earned its namesake due to the over 2,000 hours of sunshine that recreational enthusiasts enjoy each year.
Dilworth Mountain was named after John Dilworth, an early Kelowna farmer.
Knox Mountain was named after Arthur Booth Knox who arrived in the Okanagan in 1874
The Shell Aero Centre welcomes private aircraft and provides pilot services such as sleeping quarters, cooking facilities and 24 hour Customs.
Canada is continually recognized as one of the most beautiful countries in the world and Kelowna is certainly one of the most desirable cities to reside in. Kelowna, British Columbia is located in the heart of the sunny Okanagan Valley. Kelowna was incorporated in 1905 and means "Grizzly Bear" in the language of the Interior Salish. When the City of Kelowna was first incorporated the entire Okanagan Valley was undergoing major economic changes. Kelowna was moving from a cattle ranching and grain growing region to orcharding. As a result, many extensive irrigation systems were laid out across the benchlands and valley bottoms to support the new agricultural initiatives. Before long, the dry arid Kelowna landscape was being transformed into lush green fruit producing orchards. Today, those same orchards are now being rivaled by large grape growing vineyards to support the famous wines of the region.
Kelowna located in BC's Central Okanagan is Canada's four season playground! Whether you are looking to relocate here for work, retirement or simply to invest in that "home away from home", we have it all. The Okanagan lifestyle offers everything from: wine tasting tours, golf, water sports, downhill and cross country skiing, mountain biking, snowmobiling, fishing, backpacking, camping, fine dining, street cafes, shopping, well I think you get the idea...
With seemingly limitless amenities, it's no wonder Kelowna is often referred to as "Canada's four season playground".
The Okanagan Valley is surrounded by gorgeous mountain ranges and the always inviting waters of the world famous Okanagan Lake. Leisure time is typically spent on one of several championship golf courses, boating, sailing, fishing or any water-sport than one can think of. If water-sports don't intrigue you then perhaps one of our world-renowned wineries, local shops or exceptional fine dining experiences will. Don't forget to make your way to the Downtown Cultural District or stop by the annual Life and Arts Festival. Be sure and check out the Kelowna Farmers and Crafters Market which runs year round in various locations throughout the city. Enchantment and discovery await you at Elysium Gardens and Okanagan Lavender. Perhaps hiking or biking through trails or enjoying a nice walk in a park is what you like to do, we certainly have plenty of that too! Head out for a day trip to the famous Kettle Valley Railway and travel back in time and style. Looking for a little gaming excitement? Then Lake City Casinos is where all the action and fun can be found! Visitors from all over the world rave about the numerous sandy beaches to be found all along the shores of Okanagan Lake. Be prepared though, you just never know when the "Ogopogo" may decide to surface and visit! Having the time of your life and want to stay a little longer? Then check into one of several first class Resort Accommodations in town or its surrounding areas.
Over the Spring and Fall months wineries throughout the Okanagan region host various Wine Festivals. Don't feel like driving from winery to winer? Be sure and book a guided tour with Okanagan Wine Country Tours. During the winter season, Kelowna is a 45 minute drive to Big White Ski Resort, home to some of Canada's best champagne powder skiing, truly a skiers dream come true! Regardless of your favorite past time, the Okanagani Valley and the City of Kelowna offers something for everyone.
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