As twinkling lights glow and holiday magic fills the air, the Columbia Valley real estate market is closing out 2025 with a calm, steady finish. While the snow settles on the rooftops, so too do market trends that reflect a classic winter slowdown—along with signals of a more balanced and stable year ahead.
Let’s unwrap the December numbers and reflect on the full journey of 2025!
❄️ A Chill in Activity, but Stability in Prices
December brought a typical seasonal slowdown, with only 14 residential sales—down from 23 in November. But what stands out is the resilience in pricing:
🔹 Average Sale Price: $677,214 (up 4.16% from Dec 2024)
🔹 Average List Price: $738,316 (up 3.83% year-over-year)
🔹 Sales-to-List Ratio: 91.7% – steady and strong
🔹 Days on Market: 107.5 – homes are still moving, just at a relaxed winter pace
Sellers who stay active during the holidays are often rewarded with serious buyers. And with months of inventory now at 8.93, there’s breathing room for buyers to take their time and explore.
🎁 2025: A Year in Review
Let’s look back at how the Columbia Valley real estate market performed throughout the year:
🔹 Sales Volume:
Total residential sales for 2025: 377
Down 4.81% from 396 in 2024 — a softening but not a slump
🔹 Average Sale Price:
2025: $679,370
Up 2.23% from $664,552 in 2024 — showing gradual, sustainable growth
🔹 Sales-to-List Ratio:
Sellers averaged 94.07% of their asking price this year — slightly lower than 2024’s 95.1%, but still very healthy
🔹 Market Tempo:
Average Days on Market: 89.78 (slightly longer than last year’s 78.41)
Buyers had a bit more time to make decisions, especially in the latter half of the year
Overall, 2025 was a year of moderation and maturity. Gone were the frantic bidding wars of previous years; in their place, we saw strategic pricing, motivated buyers, and informed sellers creating a much more balanced playing field.
🎅 What This Means for You
🏡 Buyers:
With more inventory and longer timelines, December and January are excellent months to negotiate. There’s less competition, and serious sellers remain on the market. If you’ve been waiting for the right opportunity, it may already be gift-wrapped and waiting.
🏡 Sellers:
While showings may slow, serious buyers don’t disappear over the holidays. With proper staging, winter curb appeal, and realistic pricing, your home can still make a memorable impression.
🥂 Cheers to 2026!
We’re heading into the new year with stability, opportunity, and optimism. Whether you’re thinking of selling in the spring or investing in a weekend getaway, the Columbia Valley remains one of B.C.’s most scenic and sought-after places to call home.
Let’s raise a glass to smart moves, snowy adventures, and your next big real estate step!
Geoff & Lindsey Sherlock
Sherlock Homes Real Estate Team | RE/MAX Invermere
📧 geoff@remaxinvermere.com | 📞 250-688-5151
📧 lindsey@remaxinvermere.com | 📞 250-409-6464