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Saanich EAST BC, Historical Real Estate Market Trends 2008 to 2012

Saanich EAST BC, Historical Real Estate Market Trends 2008 to 2012

District of Saanich

District of Saanich

Saanich EAST BC, 2008 to 2012 Historical Real Estate Market Trends.


Peter and Linda Pfann, are Realtors assisting Greater Victoria bound clients from down the block or from across the globe with buying, selling, investing and retiring in and around Greater Victoria, BC Canada since 1986 and we are pleased to provide you with the current market statistics for 2 specific property types.

The Areas and Neighbourhoods Forming East Saanich BC Are:
Arbutus, Blenkinsop, Broadmead, Cadboro Bay, Camosun, Cedar Hill, Cordova Bay, Gordon Head, High Quadra, Lake Hill, Maplewood, Mt. Doug, Mt. Tolmie, Quadra, Queenswood, Sunnymead, Swan Lake, Ten Mile Point, East Saanich

  • Saanich EAST BC, Single Family Homes
  • Saanich EAST BC, Condominiums (suites), Town-Homes and 1/2 Duplexes

The Saanich EAST BC, property information included is very area specific, however we do not recommend to use this information to establish the value of your property, as there are just too many details that influence the value of any one property.

For many the use of Historical Market Trends offers the proper perspective to analyze long term trends in any market place and determine how secure and safe guarded a long term real estate investment will be in any location.Saanich East, Single Family Homes Historical Market Trends 2008 2012

The Saanich East Graphs below indicate the following:

  • Saanich East Single Family Home Prices (Values) have remained stable and have seen a slight increase over the past 4 years.
  • The Number of Saanich East Single Family Homes Sold, had a significant drop in 2010, and had a very modest recovery during 2011, while prices remained more or less unchanged.
  • Saanich East Condominiums (suites), Town-Homes and 1/2 Duplexes Prices (values) Since 2008 have seen about a 10% decline in prices, but in 2011, that earlier decline was turned into a slight 4 year increase in average values
  • The Number of Saanich East Condominiums (suites), Town-Homes and 1/2 Duplexes Sold is still in a significant decline in the overall sales numbers.

As to drawing possible conclusions for the Saanich East Real Estate Market from these historical real estate market results :

  • It would appear that the Single Family Home Market in Saanich East is now at both a price level and Number of Sales that would indicate a stable and balanced secure market place for the foreseeable future. This is offering both Sellers and Buyers the confidence that buying or selling, it is unlikely that values and number of sales will dramatically changes for the next 12 to 24 months (unless dramatic external issues changes the typical progression)
  • As To Saanich East Condominiums (suites), Town-Homes and 1/2 Duplexes, the story is entirely different..... With the relatively sharp drop in the number of sales in Saanich East, while prices have continued to increase, one could conclude (for Buyers) that prices are likely to soften over the next 12 - 24 months. For Sellers, it would be very important to ensure that serious considerations is given to Pricing, presentation and marketing to ensure that your property is truly showing (to the fewer buyers) that it represents the best value in the market today

Saanich EAST BC, Single Family Homes Historical Real Estate Market Trends 2008 to 2012

Saanich East, Single Family Homes Historical Market Trends 2008 2012

Saanich EAST BC, Condominiums, Town-Homes and 1/2 Duplexes Historical Real Estate Market Trends 2008 to 2012

Saanich East, Strata Homes Historical Market Trends 2008 2012

On our Live interactive map you will see some of the current Saanich East properties for sale (this is just a snapshot and not intended to be a complete inventory). For a more complete available homes for sale index, we offer our Free Properties Search Services

Saanich EAST BC, Historical Real Estate Market Trends 2008 to 2012

Greater Victoria Independent Living for the Elderly, Resources.

Greater Victoria Independent Living for the Elderly, Resources.

Independent Living for the ElderlyMany people are striving to become or remain totally independent.

The aging and elderly are no exception to that. Fortunately, In Greater Victoria there are many programs and services to provide the aging (and others) a certain degree of independence they need.

In Greater Victoria Organizations like ;

Are just a few of the many services that are here for the Greater Victoria aging and their families to support and assist you and your family and ensure that you are able to access any assistance you may need or require, in an age appropriate manner.

Unfortunately, many of our aging friends,Independent Living for the Elderly neighbours and family members, will wait to seek assistance until an emergency has occurred, often with limited ability to receive the immediate assistance that is needed at the time.... (a little preparation can and often is a huge benefit, when seeking assistance).

We urge all of us to look around and see if you know of anyone that may need a little assistance to sustain their independence, and point them in the right direction...

The Above list is far from Complete but will offer you the ability to get to the resources you and or a loved one may need.....

CPCAIf in Doubt Talk to Peter or Linda Pfann and we will gladly point you in the right direction, as we have many years of experience with finding the right resources for many of the challenges our Aging Friends, Family and Clients are dealing with.... (Peter is a Certified Professional Consultant on Aging C.P.C.A.)

2012 Greater Victoria Elementary Schools Ranking Report Card

2012 Greater Victoria Elementary School Ranking Report card

2012 Greater Victoria Elementary Schools Ranking Report Card

2012 Report Cards Ranking all BC and Yukon (including Greater Victoria) Elementary Schools was released this past week.....
Recently the Fraser Institute, an independent non-profit research and educational organization in Canada, completed its annual Elementary highly anticipated research projects about the comparative quality of all Elementary schools in British Columbia.

In the USA, this information is very readily available from independent as well as commercial sources, however in Canada the only source we have to rely on amazingly resourceful, and independent The Fraser Institute, to provide the general public with this very valuable information.

The Fraser Institute on their website provides access to the entire report that includes all regions of British Columbia, as well as the other Provinces.

For the Benefit of our Readers that are either living in the Greater Victoria Area, or that are hoping to relocate to the Greater Victoria Area, we have included the links to the 2 relevant reports for both the Elementary Schools as well as the Secondary Schools in Greater Victoria.

Fraser Institute, Report on Elementary Schools in BCThe Fraser Institute 2012 Interactive Report Card for Elementary Schools in the Greater Victoria Area
To Download a copy of the entire 2012 report about the BC and Yukon Elementary Schools,

please usethe download link on this page on the website of the Fraser Institute .


Fraser Institute, Report on Secondary Schools in BCThe Fraser Institute 2011 Interactive Report Card for Secondary Schools in the Greater Victoria Area
To Download a copy of the entire 2011 report about the BC and Yukon Secondary Schools, (We will update the link to the 2012 report when available)

please use the download link on this page on the website of the Fraser Institute .


These annual Elementary School Ranking Reports are without question an eye-opener to review and compare the various schools and educational options that may be available to you in the Greater Victoria Area.

We would not want to draw conclusions from the reports, however it would appear that exploring Independent schooling would be the way to go if at all an option for you.

We all want to offer our children the very best education available and would like to think that great education in available close to home and "should" be the same for all children at every school, however there appears to be some significant differences between the various schools within each region. From public, French immersion to private schooling the options are there for parents and children to consider.

The cost and affordability considerations are important and as such additional research by each Greater Victoria Schools Report Cardsfamily may very well be required, but in overhearing an interview earlier this week, researchers from Fraser Institute indicated that many of the private or Independent schools are very reasonably priced, and are possibly within your budget...

Our gratitude and appreciation are extended to the Fraser Institute for publishing these excellent reports and their Elementary and Secondary School Report Cards.

Peter and Linda Pfann, hope that you will find this information useful and beneficial to your own family or the family of a friend or loved ones....

My Best Friend is Moving Away, Linda's Lovely Lyrics.

Linda Pfann Lovely LyricsLinda's Lovely Lyrics
Linda's Poems, Lyrics, Rhymes or Thoughts, worth Sharing.
Linda shares her Lovely Little Lyrics weekly, we hope you enjoy them.

My best friend will be moving to Alberta soon and I will miss her dearly.

She is the best kind of friend.

She makes time for me when she doesn't have any.

My Friend Is Leaving town.She listens as much as I talk.


Sam and I can share a good laugh, and a good cry.

She has been there for the ups and downs, and values connection more than perfection.


She is a true friend and life's gold.

She shines brighter than no other.


We hope you have a special friend in your life like Sam.

Sam moving away doesn't change how I feel about her.

My Friend Is Leaving town.I know we will still be best friends and will always be in touch one way or the other.


I wish only the best for Sam and her family.

Take care my friend and know that I love you!

Dine Around & Stay In Town Victoria February 17 through March 16, 2012!

Dine Stay around Victoria Dine Around & Stay In Town Victoria 2012!
February 17 through March 16

In Cooperation between, Tourism Victoria and the Victoria Branch of the BC Restaurant & Food Services Association (BCRFA), and the Bravo! Victoria ProArt Alliance Members are teaming up to offer the popular Dine Around, Stay and be Entertained in Victoria event.


A truly Pfanntastic Opportunity to Experience the Finest ofDine, Stay, Be entertained  around Victoria what Greater Victoria has to offer its residents and visitors at amazing value. As we get to know our own town and the wonderful dining, hotel and theatre entertainment experiences that can be enjoyed in our own town, this event offers us the ability to become better ambassadors for our community.... At least that will be our excuse for taking in as many of these events and dining experiences as possible.....:)

For 2012 and based on overwhelming feedback, the opportunities to enjoy Fine Food, Great Accommodation and Pfanntastic Entertainment have been extended during this year's Dine, Stay and be Entertained event to run for a full month.

The Dine, Stay and Be Entertained in Victoria Concept

  • Participating Restaurants will offer three course menus costing $20, $30 or $40 per person
  • Participating Accommodations offer one night room rates of $69, $79, $99 and $129
  • Entertainment; Bravo! Victoria sees ProArt Alliance members offer great deals on tickets for
    productions during Dine Around & Stay in Town 2012

Dine, Stay, Be entertained  around Victoria The Dine Around Town, Menu Launch

February 16, 2012 at Harbour Towers Hotel & Suites from 5pm – 8pm (get your Tickets at Victoria Tourism).

Check Out The Dine Around Town Participating Restaurants and their Menus

The Participating Restaurants will offer three-course menus with prices between for $20, $30, $40 CND per person and are all paired with BC VQA wine suggestions. This year we are again pleased to offer celiac-friendly (gluten free) menus.

Check Out The Stay in Town ParticipatingDine, Stay, Be entertained  around Victoria Accommodations

Dine Around & Stay in Town Victoria's offers world-class accommodations to compliment this experience. These accommodation options will allow food lovers to pamper themselves with an overnight stay.

Dine, Stay, Be entertained  around Victoria Complete the Pfunn, and Be entertained by the Bravo! Victoria ProArt Alliance Members

Dine Around Town Diners can treat themselves to dinner, an overnight stay in a fabulous accommodation property and take in exciting professional theatre or music performances – all at amazing prices. Bravo! Victoria.