MOREL REAL ESTATE TEAM NEWSLETTER | APRIL 2021

Sea to Sky Real Estate Update

Like you, we hear the call of adventure, but now is still not the time for personal, non-essential travel. BC’s Public health officials have ordered new travel restrictions for non-essential travel in B.C.  until May 25 to stop the spread of COVID-19 and variants of concern. Fines can be given to people who leave their region for non-essential travel. For now, we are staying local and following COVID-19 health protocols to keep everyone safe. We look forward to welcoming you back to Whistler soon, so keep dreaming and planning for tomorrow we will be here for you.

~ Ursula and Melissa | Morel Real Estate Team

Sea to Sky Real Estate Market Update through March 2021

WHISTLER’s real estate market had a total dollar volume of approximately $191 Million in March. There were a total of 110 transactions, up from 25 in March of 2020. Of those sales, 20 were chalets, 24 were townhomes and 26 were condominiums sales.

For a complete breakdown of Whistler Sales by Dollar Volume, Transactions and Property Types, for the past few years, please view our March 2021 stats package here

The PEMBERTON market had approximately $17 Million in total dollar volume in March. There were a total of 22 transactions. Of those sales, 6 were chalets, 3 were condominiums and 9 were vacant land.

Want more Pemberton Stats? 
view our March 2021 stats package here

The SQUAMISH real estate market had a total of $96 Million in sales in March. There were a total of 90 property transactions, up from 25 in March 2020. Of those sales, 31 were single family homes, 21 were townhomes and 27 were condominiums

Want more Squamish Stats? 
view our March 2021 stats package here

FEATURED LISTINGS

Located in the quietest part of Greystone, this recently renovated (2019) lock off unit is steps away from ski in/out access. Upgraded with high end appliances including washer/dryer, walk in shower etc. Ground floor unit is on the same floor as ski in/out access, hot tub, outdoor heated pool and all the desirable aspects that this complex has to offer its owners! Located next to the NEW 10 person Blackcomb Gondola and Magic chair lifts as well as a short walk away from everything Whistler Village has to offer! A perfectly situated opportunity for all of Whistler’s Winter and Summer activities!

SMITHERS, BC

8 Bedroom | 5 Bathroom
4912 FOURTH AVENUE | $995,000 

Walk into your dream home in Smithers BC, the “Playground of the North”. From your window or one of two large decks gaze at the stunning view of Hudson Bay Mountain’s peaks and ski runs. Just steps from Smithers Golf and Country Club and downtown Smithers, this nearly 8,000 square foot home has it all. Huge and stunning kitchen, seven bedrooms, five bathrooms, huge games room, gym, theatre, sauna, nanny suite, and king size master bedroom. The master features twin walk in closets, hidden storage closet, and a stunning bathroom. Plentiful storage is provided by the custom cabinetry throughout the home including the many walk-in closets and built-ins. Double and single garages, 2 paved driveways and neatly fenced yard. Plenty of room for entertaining with family, fun and function

304AB 2129 LAKE PLACID ROAD, WHISTLER, BC | $979,000
WHISTLER RESORT AND CLUB

RARE OPPORTUNITY to own a unique PHASE 1 lock-off with TWO SEPARATE RENTAL UNITS which generate great cash flow in Whistler! This bright, renovated top floor, lock-off floor-plan gives the option to have 1 two bedroom unit, or 2 separate units. Rent through short or long term platforms or use for your own personal usage – The options are all available for you here. Relax in the hot-tub, sauna or beside the swimming pool downstairs and then come home and get cozy around the wood burning fireplace. This unit is turn-key, which boasts views of Whistler Mountain. This complex is perfectly located for Whistlers year round activities – Walking distance to Creekside Gondola, Nita and Alpha Lake, as well as the convenience of being a few minutes walk to two gyms, tennis & basketball courts and grocery store.

Unique property opportunity in Lillooet Lake’s gated community, Heather Jean properties. This is a 4045 sq ft 7 bedroom home over two levels on 1.89 acres, with truly spectacular lake and mountain views from huge sundeck. Heating options include two woodstoves, two fireplaces and a forced air system with heat pump for AC purposes. The truly unique feature of this home is the industrial strength Pelton wheel hydro generator for all of your electrical needs. The Heather Jean community also has a private gravity-feed water purification system. In addition to the private boat basin to shelter your boat, plane or houseboat, there is a nearby community boat launch, sun deck and beach. This is a sharehold property with no conventional mortgage. Just use cash, L/C or equity loan.

201 – 4295 BLACKCOMB WAY, WHISTLER, BC | $639,000

WHISTLER PEAK LODGE

Rare 2 bedroom at the Whistler Peak Lodge with LARGE BALCONY and WASHER/DRYER. Suite offers a full kitchen with fridge, stove, microwave and dishwasher and bunk beds in second bedroom. Whistler Peak Lodge’s central location provides you with easy access to everything Whistler has to offer within footsteps to the Village and Whistler Blackcomb lift access. Complex features an exercise gym, hot tub and 24 hour desk. One of the most affordable opportunities to enter into the Whistler market and a great REVENUE PRODUCER! This is a Phase 2 restricted property that allows for 56 days of owner use per year (28 summer/28 winter).

Looking for large water view property with buildings to renovate? Eureka! This sunny 3/4 acre property with two sturdy buildings overlooking Lillooet Lake, with water access, including beach, sundeck and boat launch is only 20 minutes from Pemberton. Part of the beautiful gated community of Heather Jean Properties, this property was the original maintenance and storage facilities of the complex. The 2700 sq.ft. maintenance building includes a fully equipped one bedroom suite, a 600 sq.ft. garage with 16′ ceiling, a maintenance shop, and carport on a concrete slab. Across the access road is a 400 sq.ft. storage shop easily and legally convertible into a carriage house or home. If you have an itch to build, you have to see this property! Cannot be financed due to being a sharehold property.
Large Southwest facing studio on the 4th floor at the Alpenglow in the heart of Whistler Village. This unit features a cozy fireplace, big sun deck boasting wonderful views of the Village and surrounding mountains. Walk to all restaurants, shops, ski lifts and everything the Village has to offer! Complex offers great amenities including outdoor pool and hot tub, fitness room, sauna and secure underground parking.
Comfortable studio suite at the Whistler Peak Lodge over looking the courtyard making for a peaceful, and quiet location. Whistler Peak Lodge’s central location provides you with easy access to everything Whistler has to offer within footsteps to the Village and Whistler Blackcomb lift access. Complex features an exercise gym, hot tub and 24 hour desk. One of the most affordable opportunities to enter into the Whistler market and a great REVENUE PRODUCER! This is a Phase 2 restricted property that allows for 56 days of owner use per year (28 summer/28 winter).
NEW AND NOTEWORTHY LISTINGS HERE

REAL ESTATE NEWS

Canadian Housing Market Outlook (2021)

“G.D. Maxwell to fill employee housing community representative role” According to an article by The Pique Newsmagazine, which you can read here. “Following a public expression of interest to fill the vacant seat on the WHA board, Dale Mikkelsen was successfully appointed as the new director,” Crompton said in his mayor’s report at the Aug. 13 council meeting.”

Canadians on the move: Not an exodus, but the re-location trend across Canadian housing market is real
RE/MAX Canada expects average residential prices to rise 4% to 6% in 2021

Read full article here: https://blog.remax.ca/canadian-housing-market-outlook/

RE/MAX AGENTS DISCUSS SELLING DURING UNCERTAIN TIMES

If selling a home wasn’t already complex enough, doing so during a pandemic adds a few extra critical steps and considerations to make it a success. As provinces across the country discuss and adjust social distancing mandates, understanding the appropriate steps in the selling process requires the help of a professional real estate agent now more than ever.

Read the full article here: https://blog.remax.ca/re-max-agents-discuss-selling-while-social-distancing/

RE/MAX Agents Discuss Buying During Uncertain Times

Buying a home can be stressful under normal circumstances, let alone trying to navigate the process in the middle of a global pandemic. As provinces across the country grapple with this current reality, understanding the appropriate steps in the buying process requires the help of a professional real estate agent more than ever. However, given that buying and selling is a consistent need for a host of time sensitive reasons, the world of real estate continues on.

Read the full article here:https://blog.remax.ca/re-max-agents-discuss-buying-while-social-distancing/

Ursula Morel and Melissa Schneiderova
Morel Real Estate Team
info@morelrealestateteam.com
www.morelrealestateteam.com
P: 604.935.3635

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