Vancouver BC Presale Market Update: June 2024

An Exciting Surge in Presale Activity

Key Takeaways

1. More Projects: May 2024 saw a big increase in presale projects, with 19 new launches and over 2,200 units available.

2. Economic Impact: The Bank of Canada’s recent rate cut is expected to boost buyer sentiment and purchasing power.

3. Cautious Buyers: Despite the high number of new units, buyers are taking their time, resulting in an 18% absorption rate in May.

4. Continued Momentum: June 2024 is forecasted to have slightly fewer project launches but maintains a strong number of new units, continuing the positive trend.

May 2024: A Burst of New Projects

May 2024 was a remarkable month for the presale market, with an impressive 19 new projects launching and over 2,200 units hitting the market. This surge is nearly four times the number of units we saw in May 2023. Developers are pushing forward with new projects despite a typically slow spring market. They’re motivated by factors like managing holding costs, keeping construction crews busy, and staying ahead of the competition.

A Boost in Buyer Confidence

On June 5th, 2024, the Bank of Canada gave us some good news by cutting its key policy rate by 25 basis points to 4.75%. This is great for the presale market as it makes borrowing cheaper and increases purchasing power. While this move might not instantly cause a market boom, it brings much-needed optimism and could lead to more activity in the months ahead.

Buyers Taking Their Time

Even with all these new units available, buyers are taking their time. They’re exploring various projects before making a decision, which led to a lower-than-expected absorption rate of 18% in May. But with the recent rate cut, we’re hopeful that buyer confidence will grow and we’ll see quicker decision-making soon.

Looking Ahead to June 2024

June 2024 is expected to be slightly slower in terms of new project launches, with 12 new projects introducing around 2,064 units. Although fewer projects are launching compared to May, the total number of units remains high, indicating continued strong activity. So far in 2024, we’ve already seen over 8,600 units come to market, setting a strong pace toward surpassing last year’s total of 11,000 homes and approaching the 16,000 units released in 2022.

Conclusion

The presale market in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley is buzzing with activity as we move into summer. With new projects continuously entering the market and economic adjustments like the Bank of Canada rate cut, the environment is becoming more favorable for buyers. The next few months will be crucial in seeing if this momentum can be maintained and how buyer behavior adapts to these changes.

Stay tuned for more updates and insights into the presale real estate market as we navigate these exciting times.

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