This article was released by the British Columbia Real Estate Association mid-August 2010. There are a number of graphs and sales data in the original document including Kamloops specific information. To view the original document (link removed). I have included the basic information below.
The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports that Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) residential sales in the province declined 42 per cent to 5,784 units in July compared to the same month last year. On a seasonally adjusted basis, MLS® residential unit sales in the province declined 19 per cent in July from June 2010. The average MLS® residential price climbed 6 per cent to $491,832 in July compared to the same month last year.
“A relatively large number of homes for sale have created the most favourable supply conditions for home buyers in more than a year,” said Cameron Muir, BCREA Chief Economist. MLS® active residential listings were 21 per cent higher in July than at the start of the year on a seasonally adjusted basis. However, with newly listed MLS® residential units now declining, tighter market conditions may emerge this fall.
Year-to-date, BC residential sales dollar volume increased 16 per cent to $24.2 billion, compared to the same period last year. Residential unit sales rose 4 per cent to 48,127 year-to-date, while the average MLS® residential price climbed 13 per cent to $504,281 over the same period.
Ashley Court: 338 Nicola Street: This sought after complex is centrally located. There is an admittance intercom, secure parking, an elevator, community room and is suitable for the disabled. There are no rentals or pets allowed in this complex. Units in this building consist of one bedroom, one bathroom to the larger two bedroom two bathroom.
Desert Gardens: 554 Seymour Street: This very popular complex has a seniors’ community centre that holds daily activities and clubs. The complex also features secure parking, an elevator and is suitable for the disabled. Units range in size from a one bedroom with one bathroom, to a larger two bedroom and a den with two bathroom unit. Pets are allowed with restrictions.
Manor House: 360 Battle Street: This 55+ Seniors orientated complex is in a great location, walking distance to numerous down town activities including the YMCA/YWCA. There is secure parking, admittance intercom and an elevator. There is also a community room for activities. The units in this complex range in size from a one bedroom, one bathroom to three bedroom two bathroom units. There are no pets or rentals are allowed in this complex.
Windsor Apartments: 411 Nicola Street: This seniors complex is close to all downtown amenities. There is secure parking, an elevator, a fitness facility, a sauna, a whirlpool and admittance intercom. Units range in size from one bedroom, one bathroom to two bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are no rentals or pets allowed in this complex.
Desmond Manor: 840 Desmond Street: This seniors orientated townhouse development is located with in minutes of shopping and transportation. Each unit is self contained with a parking stall out front. Pets are allowed in this complex. Most units are two bedrooms and one bathroom with over 1,000 square feet of living space on one level. This is a smaller strata with only 7 units in total.
Orchard Court: 860 Nicolani Drive: This seniors orientated complex is located in a nice area of Brocklehurst. It is close to transportation, shopping and McArthur Island. There is an admittance intercom, elevator, community room and secure parking. Included with each unit is a enclosed garage or carport. The strata fees include digital cable. There is a rental restriction and one cat or one dog is allowed.
Golden Vista Suites: 375 Cherry Avenue: This is a brand new seniors development in North Kamloops close to shopping, medical clinics and transportation. This 46 unit strata consists of modern studio and one bedroom suites. There is a common community room and patio in this complex for the residents to enjoy as well as admittance intercom and elevator.
The Willows: 120 Vernon Avenue: This complex is located very close to shopping, transportation and medical clinics. Units range in size from one bedroom to two bedrooms and include storage lockers. Pets are allowed with restrictions. This complex has an admittance intercom and an elevator.
Curlew Gardens: 1975 Curlew Road: This seniors 55+ townhouse development is centrally located in Valleyview. Each unit has an open design with two bedrooms and two bathrooms on the main floor with nearly 1,200 square feet of living space and a full basement. There is also an enclosed single garage. There are no pets and restricted rentals are allowed in this complex. There is RV parking.
Valleyview Place: 2169 Flamingo Drive: This centrally located Valleyview complex is within walking distance of shopping and transportation. There is an admittance intercom, elevator, extra storage and secure parking. The units range in size from one bedroom, one bathroom to a larger two bedroom two bathroom layout. There are rental and pet restrictions in this complex.
Oakdale Mobile Home Park: 2400 Oakdale Way: This park is split into two sections, the family section and seniors 55+ section. The Oakdale Park is very well maintained sought after park. It is situated close to the rivers trail and transportation. Homes in this park range in size from smaller single wide modular homes to larger double wide homes. Each home is on a small piece of property and usually has some private yard space.
