January opened the year with 339 properties sold across the Victoria Real Estate Board region—19.7% fewer than January 2025 and 7.6% fewer than December. Condominium sales declined year-over-year, while single-family home sales also eased, reflecting typical seasonal slowdown.
Inventory continued to build, with 2,624 active listings at month-end—up 9.6% year-over-year—placing the overall market on the threshold between balanced and buyer-friendly conditions. Buyers benefitted from increased selection, while sellers saw more defined pricing and timelines.
Benchmark pricing softened modestly year-over-year. The MLS® HPI benchmark for a single-family home in the Victoria Core was $1,265,500 (down 2.5%), while condominiums benchmarked at $537,800 (down 1.5%). In the Westshore, pricing remains relatively resilient, particularly for well-presented homes in strong neighbourhoods.
As we move further into 2026, inventory levels and micro-market conditions across Langford, Colwood, Royal Bay, Bear Mountain, and Sooke will continue to shape outcomes.

