After four years of declining home prices, is the Sunshine Coast real estate market finally approaching the bottom? Here’s what I’m seeing in Gibsons, Sechelt, and across the Coast as we head toward the end of 2026. If you’ve been following the Sunshine Coast real estate market, you’ve probably noticed that things have changed considerably over the past few years. Homes that might have attracted multiple offers in 2021 or early 2022 are now sitting on the market longer. Buyers are negotiating more aggressively, sellers are adjusting their expectations, and… Read More
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Ocean Views & Room to Breathe: 5950 Compass Lane in Sechelt, BC
Some homes impress you with their finishes. Others win you over with their location. At 5950 Compass Lane in Sechelt, you get both, along with the kind of space and flexibility that can be surprisingly difficult to find on BC’s Sunshine Coast. Perched near the top of Trail Bay Estates, this semi-custom home takes full advantage of its elevated setting with spectacular views Georgia Strait, the Trail Islands, and Vancouver Island. With approximately 4,000 square feet of living space, seven bedrooms, five bathrooms and a separate one-bedroom in-law suite, there’s… Read More
Sunshine Coast, BC Real Estate: What You Need to Know in July 2026
Wondering what’s happening in the Sunshine Coast, BC real estate market? You’re not alone. It’s one of the questions I hear the most. Halfway through 2026, the Sunshine Coast, BC is firmly in a buyer’s market. That changes how both buyers and sellers should approach real estate decisions. The good news is that homes are still selling. The challenge is that they’re selling under very different conditions than they were a few years ago. It’s a Buyer’s Market We’ve been in a declining market since the market peaked in spring… Read More
Can you afford to live on the Sunshine Coast, BC?
A few years back, I was in a podcast episode about what it takes to live and work on the Sunshine Coast. A lot has changed since then, especially when it comes to housing prices, rental supply, and the types of employment available in communities like Gibsons and Sechelt. If you’re thinking about moving to the Sunshine Coast, here’s what you need to know. Housing prices down from the peak, but still high Back in 2021, BC’s Sunshine Coast was in a red-hot real estate market. Prices were climbing rapidly… Read More
Forest home that’s ideal for introverts
Welcome to this charming cottage on BC’s Sunshine Coast. For the price of a one-bedroom condo in Sechelt, you could own this two-bedroom, two-bathroom detached home only 700 metres from the beach. Coming in at just under 1,000 square feet, 7027 Skana Crescent in Sandy Hook is the ideal size for a single person or a couple looking for something manageable, comfortable, and inviting. A special thank you to REALTOR® Deb Mowbray with RE/MAX City Realty Sunshine Coast for letting me tour her listing! Bright living spaces On the upper… Read More
Sunshine Coast, BC Real Estate Predictions 2026 | Gibsons Market Outlook
As we wrap up 2025 and step into 2026, one of the questions I hear most often is simple: “What’s going to happen with the Sunshine Coast real estate market this year?” While no one has a crystal ball, there are some very clear patterns emerging that buyers and sellers should be paying attention to. Move-In Ready Homes Will Lead the Market If there’s one theme that’s been consistent over the past year-and-a-half, it’s this: nice, move-in ready homes that are priced properly will sell quickly. That hasn’t changed, and… Read More
Oceanfront castle on Canada’s Sunshine Coast
I like to call this home in Roberts Creek, BC “the castle by the sea.” It’s a true fairytale-home with oceanfront views and lots of unexpected architectural touches. A special thank you to the Aiken-Doyle Team for letting me tour their listing. When you arrive at the property, one of the first things you’ll notice is the dramatic setting. The house sits tucked in the trees and has easy access to 80′ of shoreline. You’ll be able to swim, kayak, and fish just steps from your door! There’s a detached… Read More