MOREL REAL ESTATE TEAM NEWSLETTER | APRIL 2023

As we move into the multisport season in Whistler, there is no shortage of outdoor activities to enjoy. From hiking and mountain biking to golfing and fishing, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whistler’s stunning natural beauty and world-class amenities make it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts.

As the multisport season kicks off, many local restaurants are offering amazing dining deals and specials. Whether you’re in the mood for a gourmet meal or a quick bite, there are plenty of options to choose from. From farm-to-table cuisine to international flavors, Whistler’s dining scene is diverse and exciting.

If you’re looking to invest in real estate in Whistler, now is a great time to do so. With the multisport season bringing in a steady stream of visitors, the demand for vacation rentals and second homes is high. Our team of experienced real estate professionals is here to help you navigate the market and find your dream property in Whistler.

Thank you for reading this edition of the Real Estate Newsletter. We hope you enjoy the multisport season and take advantage of the amazing dining deals that Whistler has to offer. As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any questions or inquiries about the Whistler real estate market.

Send it into spring in Whistler! Let us know when in town to join us for any dining special! Mel & Ursula

Sea to Sky Real Estate Market Update:

Through March 2023

WHISTLER’s real estate market had a total dollar volume of approximately $84 Million in March. There were a total of 51 transactions. Of those sales, 8 were chalets, 9 were townhouses and 18 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 2023 stats package here

The SQUAMISH real estate market had a total of $49 Million in sales in March. There were a total of 46 property transactions. Of those sales, 13 were single family homes, 16 were townhomes and 10 were condominiums.

Want more Squamish Stats?
view our March 2023 stats package here

The PEMBERTON market had approximately $15 Million in total dollar volume in March. There were a total of 14 transactions. Of those sales, 5 were chalets, 4 were townhouses and 3 were condominiums.

Want more Pemberton Stats?
view our March 2023 stats package here

Luxury Whistler Chalet

3296 Archibald Way | Alta Vista, Whistler
$18,899,000 CAD | $14,102,528 USD
5.5 Bedrooms – 6 Bathrooms

One of the most incredibly built and architecturally magnificent homes in Whistler BC. Built on Alta Lake, Waterfront, this 5000 square foot, brand new custom house is being constructed by the fine home builders EVR and is architecturally designed by award winning Burgers Architecture. Every detail of this home have been carefully crafted to be of the highest building specifications including a zinc roof, a black tiled plunge pool and hot tub, a 530 sq. Ft IPE wrapped dock on the lake with an all electric motorized floating barge for summer leisure and fun on Alta Lake, full audio visual systems in each room, fumed oak millwork with UV coating and pivot doors throughout the house, flagstone radiant heated flooring, floor to ceiling triple glazed windows and sliding glass doors by GlasBox, full Lutron Homeworks lighting system with brass retro keypads with custom engraving, marble countertops, a private wine room, wood burning fireplace in the living plus gas fireplaces located on the patio – media room – and in the master bedroom, air conditioning and a heated driveway, and 2,000 square feet of patio outdoor living.

Listed by Hannah Garcia PREC* | Stilhavn Realty Ltd.

Pied-a-Terre’s in Whistler, Pemberton and Squamish

1352 Greenwood Street | Pemberton, BC
$1,599,000 CAD | $1,193,373 USD
4.5 Bedroom – 3 Bathroom

Gorgeous Single Family Home above the floodplain in the scenic Pemberton Valley. 3.5 bedrooms and 2 Bathroom in the main home, with a large, private 1 bedroom suite. Home feature’s a flowing floor plan with vaulted ceilings in the living area, and the open concept dining and kitchen leads off to an oversized deck overlooking the spacious backyard, perfect for kids and pets to play! 1352 Greenwood is immaculately maintained, featuring a double car garage and mountain views from every window. Located in Pemberton’s most highly desired neighbourhood just steps from everything downtown has to offer!

4314 Main Street #231
$1,399,000 CAD | $1,025,166 USD
Town Plaza, Whistler Village
2 Bedroom – 1 Bathroom

Wonderful 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo in the heart of Whistler Village in the Town Plaza Complex – Only a 7 minute walk to the base of Whistler and Blackcomb Gondolas, and our towns finest restaurants and shops just outside your front door. Monthly strata fee includes, heat, hot water, gas, cable, internet, management, concierge and key exchange. Phase 1 zoning allows for nightly rentals and unlimited owner use.

*UNDER CONTRACT*
1400 Park Street #45
$840,000 CAD | $623,872 USD
Creekside Village, Pemberton
2 Bedroom – 2 Bathroom

A MUST SEE, tastefully updated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhome in Creekside Village. Walk upstairs to new vinyl plank flooring and premium wool carpets, upgraded lighting, new washer/dryer, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and renovated bathrooms with PEX plumbing installed throughout the property. Ample storage in your double car garage with resurfaced floor, and parking in the driveway as well. Conveniently located across from One mile lake and amongst the many trails the area offers. Creekside complex offers on site mailboxes, recycling and tennis courts. 20 minutes to Whistler, with the bus stop located at the end of the complex.

#352 4899 Painted Cliff Road | $819,000 CAD / $596,530 USD
Blackcomb Springs Suites
2 Bedroom – 2 Bathroom

Rare 2 Bedroom at the Blackcomb Springs Suites by Clique. Spectacular, refurbished, lodge style fully equipped suite with private deck tucked away on Blackcomb Mountain. This is the ultimate ski in, ski out lodging! In the summer enjoy the proximity to top notch hiking and mountain bike trails, or our world renowned ski slopes in the Winter. Enjoy the gas fireplace, balcony, fully equipped kitchen, cable tv, and 2 hot tub’s and heated pool (one of the largest in Whistler) carved into the mountain. This is a Phase 2 restricted property that allows for 56 days of owner use per year (28 summer/28 winter) with an on-site rental pool manager to handle the rentals for the remaining time. Bring your pets along too! Complimentary shuttle into the village. GST is applicable

7501 Pebble Creek Drive
$739,000 CAD | $538,261 USD
The Ridge, Pemberton, BC

One of the most desirable estate lots in Pemberton. All day sunshine and stunning views. This private, south facing 33,226 sq ft lot backs onto old growth forest and sits 150 feet above the valley floor. Zoning allows for separate carriage house and a detached garage. Easy access to all recreation that Pemberton has to offer and only 30 minutes drive to the world class resort of Whistler Blackcomb. GST PAID!

7445 Frontier Street #309
$599,000 CAD | $445,263 USD
Pemberton Village
1.5 Bedroom – 1 Bathroom

Beautiful, contemporary 1 bedroom + den in the sought after Elements complex in the Heart of Pemberton. Open floor-plan boasts an abundance of natural light and offers a spacious and inviting living/dining space with views of the iconic Mt. Currie. This unit offers a modern kitchen with Whirlpool appliances and in-suite washer/dryer. The Elements has it all – Secure underground parking, bike storage, on-site mail boxes and steps away from everything Pemberton has to offer.

7638 Seven o Clock Drive
$525,000 CAD | $391,820 USD
Sunstone, Pemberton
Vacant Lot – 11,846 sf.

Unparalleled location and views from this 11,840 sf. South-facing lot at the Sunstone Development. Enjoy Pemberton’s premiere neighbourhood with sun and spectacular views of Mount Currie, all day long. Easy access to all recreation that Pemberton has to offer, including an expansive network of trails, 5 minutes to the heart of Pemberton and only a 30 minute drive to the world class resort, Whistler Blackcomb. Den Dyuf park is situated just below the subdivision, which is the future site concept of a recreation complex, including an arena and swimming pool. GST PAID!

BRALORNE, BC
336 Marmot Crescent | $199,000 CAD / 146,216 USD
5 Bedrooms – 2 Bathrooms

BRALORNE, BC | Great renovation opportunity to bring your loving and creative touch to this home and its spacious floor plan in this booming mountain town! A 2115 square foot home with new hardyboard siding, new windows, new deck and insulated main and upper floors to accommodate year round living! Views of Cadwaller and Noel Valleys is situated on 0.26 acres in Townsite 1, just a short walk from the Bralorne Pub, Motel, Museum and everything that this Winter and Summer mecca has to offer! Bralorne provides an endless supply of year round activities to get your blood pumping and adrenaline going, or give you the ultimate wilderness paradise to unwind. Summer provides an abundance of fishing, boating, hiking, mountain/dirtbiking and in the Winter get your powder fix with abundance of snowmobiling, skiing, and snowshoeing opportunities!

BRALORNE, BC | PUB AND MOTEL – PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AND BUSINESS

Don’t miss the chance to be the new owner of the Bralorne Pub and/or Mine’s Motel in this booming mountain town!

Bralorne is located 3.5 hours from Pemberton through Lillooet, or 2 hours through the Hurley Pass in the Summer months. Bralorne provides an endless supply of year round activities to get your blood pumping and adrenaline going, or give you the ultimate wilderness paradise to unwind. Summer provides an abundance of fishing, boating, hiking, mountain/dirtbiking and in the Winter get your powder fix with the expansive backcountry at your fingertips.

*UNDER CONTRACT*

BRALORNE MINES MOTEL
3600 PIONEER-LILLOOET ROAD | $649,000 CAD / $487,200USD

The Motel features 10 spacious rooms, outdoor lounge area, shared laundry and is minutes away from an endless supply of year round activities to get yours/your guests blood pumping and adrenaline going, or give you the ultimate wilderness paradise to unwind. Summer provides an abundance of fishing, boating, hiking, mountain/dirtbiking and in the Winter get your powder fix with the expansive backcountry at your fingertips. The owners love the business, but feel now is the time to turn the reins over to someone who shares the same passion!

*SIGNIFICANT PRICE ADJUSTMENT – NOW $549,000 CAD | $406,729 USD*

BRALORNE PUB
3900 Pioneer-Lillooet Road

The Pub features an open concept bar and floor plan, billiards table, outdoor patio and commercial kitchen. The On The Fly Market General Store located in the building as well. Bralorne is located 3.5 hours from Pemberton through Lillooet, or 2 hours through the Hurley Pass in the Summer months. Bralorne provides an endless supply of year round activities to get your blood pumping and adrenaline going, or give you the ultimate wilderness paradise to unwind. Summer provides an abundance of fishing, boating, hiking, mountain/dirtbiking and in the Winter get your powder fix with the expansive backcountry at your fingertips.

By the way – We are NEVER too busy for your referrals!

We are facing low inventory and very high demand! Buyers are out there for luxury homes and pieds-à-terre! Call us today if you are thinking about selling! 604.935.3635

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That’s where research comes in. The leaders at RE/MAX, LLC see great value in reaching out to consumers, brokers, agents and industry experts on a regular basis. It’s the best way to see what’s really going on in the business right now – and to build a clearer, more informed sense of what’s ahead. The insights uncovered in the exercise help real estate professionals deliver a better customer experience, and when that happens on a wide scale, it lifts the entire industry. In that spirit, we present the 2023 Future of Real Estate Report, a comprehensive, current analysis of consumer tendencies and professional strategies around buying, selling or owning a home. Here’s how homebuyers in Canada perceive their community as it relates to “home.”

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New 3-Day Contract Waiting Period for B.C. Homebuyers

From industry experts to public policymakers to buyers and sellers, the Canadian real estate market learned a lot about the housing industry during the coronavirus pandemic. But what were some of these revelations? For example, during the buying frenzy, many prospective homebuyers abandoned the idea of home inspections or decided to place a bid for a home first without securing the necessary financing. All this was done to purchase a residential property at rock-bottom interest rates. But was this the right move, especially now that mortgage rates are about double where they were more than a year ago? Provincial real estate regulators certainly think that the 3-day contract waiting period for B.C. homebuyers may help, especially during a sizzling period in the provincial real estate market.

So, what did the province do anyway?

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TEDxWhistler

Dates: May 7th

Discover your purpose.

Purpose drives action, creates change, and keeps you moving forward, whether you’re guided by your purpose or trying to find it.

Join us in-person or online as TEDxWhistler speakers explore the theme of purpose, with ideas worth sharing about living a life of value and being who we’re meant to be.

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ILLUMINATE GALA

When: April 22nd

The Audain Art Museum’s 8th annual gala and auction makes an exciting return. Celebrated media personality Fred Lee and CBC Radio’s Gloria Macarenko host this energizing event where guests will experience an incredible evening filled with art and music, while enjoying elevated cuisine and drinks. New this year is the opportunity to book a portrait photograph with The Collective You.

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