Michelle Porter Vancouver Real Estate

10/09/2026

If you’re following housing around Vancouver, September brought slower sales and a lower benchmark price. But the picture varied by property type.

Vancouver-area home sales totalled 1,717 in September, down 8.4% from a year earlier and 25% below the 10-year seasonal average. The composite benchmark price fell 5.5% year-over-year to $1,075,900. Fewer apartment sales drove the overall decline, while attached and detached sales edged higher. Inve...

10/08/2026

Curious what lower-carbon construction looks like in practice? UBC’s MacIsaac Health Building uses prefabricated components to reduce waste alongside materials selected to lower construction-related emissions.

UBC’s new MacIsaac Health Building is the first project on its Vancouver campus to achieve the Canada Green Building Council’s Zero Carbon Building–Design Standard v2 certification. The facility brings together health services, teaching, and research spaces. Its design combines mass timber, lo...

10/07/2026

When you’re watching Canada’s housing outlook, bond yields deserve attention too. TD points to higher yields, which influence fixed mortgage rates, as a key reason for its weaker sales forecast.

TD has lowered its Canadian housing outlook, forecasting an approximately 5% decline in home sales for 2026 as elevated bond yields put pressure on borrowing costs. National average home prices are expected to remain roughly flat this year, with growth below 2% projected for 2027. The bank anticipat...

10/03/2026

Neighborhoods can change gradually, and the signs aren’t always easy to interpret. Looking at permits, housing activity, and the streets themselves is a sensible place to start.

A look at the shops, development, transit, and housing activity that can shape city neighborhoods.

10/01/2026

We’re going to explore and look at key differences relating to modular and traditional builds, including the speed of build, cost, safety, design, environmental impact, sustainability, customization, land, and the legal requirements.

While thinking of either building a new home or purchasing one, the decision between a modular home and a traditional built home may become very challenging. There are positives and negatives associated with each type.

09/30/2026

If you’re refreshing a smaller space before selling, focusing on how the room feels rather than filling it with more stuff can make a surprisingly big difference.

A small room doesn’t have to feel basic or cramped. Redesign Daily shares eight design tricks for giving compact spaces a more elevated look, with ideas that focus on thoughtful details rather than simply spending more money. If you’re decorating an apartment, refreshing a smaller room, or getti...

09/29/2026

JUST LISTED | 950 East 38th Avenue

Classic Vancouver Special in a quiet, tree-lined Fraser neighbourhood.

6 bedrooms | 2,500+ sq ft | South-facing backyard + lane

Many original features remain, with updates including the roof, furnace + windows. A great opportunity to renovate + make it your own or explore other potential.

One block to Sir Alexander Mackenzie Elementary, close to John Oliver Secondary + Fraser Street shops, restaurants + amenities.

09/28/2026

You don’t need expensive art to make a wall look considered. Even a personal piece can stand out with the right frame and placement.

A polished room doesn’t have to start with a major renovation. Designers share ways to make a home feel more put together through thoughtful furniture placement, a strong focal point, meaningful art, lighting, greenery and layered textures. The ideas focus on how a space looks and feels, without p...

09/28/2026

Before you buy, ask about repairs as well as the age of the roof and major equipment. A maintenance history can tell you much more than an installation date alone.

A practical checklist for U.S. home tours, covering water pressure, signs of leaks, roof flashing, maintenance history, storage, and natural light.

09/26/2026

Energy efficiency and self-sufficiency are becoming bigger priorities for a lot of homeowners, especially in rural and recreational markets.

Off-grid living has come a long way, with better solar systems, battery storage, and government incentives helping make it more accessible. This article looks at some of the products and programs that can reduce your reliance on traditional utilities. Whether you're dreaming about a cabin retreat or...