Zanyar Farhadi’s Blog
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Vancouver Tops North America in Quality of Life
Vancouver ranks 7th globally for quality of life, leading North American cities in 2024. The city’s quality of life is shaped by its temperate climate, outdoor recreation, and urban amenities.
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Check out my new listing Address: 23936 KANAKA Maple Ridge, British Columbia V2W0H7
NO STRATA FEES, which means NO STRATA RULES for this Executive style Row home, built by award-winning Foxridge Homes. This spacious and bright 4 bdrm plus bonus flex room/office offers a great layout, including a gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances (replaced in 2021) and deluxe cabinetry. Open concept living with main…
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Huge rent gap between cheapest, most expensive Vancouver neighbourhoods
A new rent report highlights significant disparities in rental costs across Metro Vancouver. It reveals that Vancouver hosts four of the five priciest cities in Canada, with Downtown Vancouver being the most expensive neighborhood at $2,782/month, while Sunset-Victoria Fraserview is the cheapest at $1,976. The average rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom has decreased slightly to…
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Vancouver Condo Market: Buyer’s Window Closing
Vancouver's condo market currently favours buyers, but rising demand could shift conditions by 2026. Limited pre-sale activity and slow construction will lead to a severe condo supply shortage by 2026.
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Vancouver rents dip for second year, report finds
Average rents in Vancouver decreased in December, with a one-bedroom apartment costing $2,512, down 7% from last year, and a two-bedroom unit averaging $3,430, a 6.3% drop. Overall, the average rent across all property types was $2,882, a 6% decline year-over-year. The national average rent was $2,109, marking a 17-month low. Increased supply and weakened…
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Vancouver’s Homebuying Surge Continues in Mid-Q4
Greater Vancouver sales: 2,166 homes ↑ 27.6% yearly Fraser Valley sales: 1,136 homes ↑ 27.5% yearly Listings & Active Inventory Greater Vancouver: 3,725 new listings ↑ Total active listings: 13,245 ↑ Fraser Valley: 2,637 new listings ↑ Total active listings: 8,125 ↑
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Metro Vancouver considering reducing fees for new rental housing
Metro Vancouver Regional District is considering waiving or reducing development fees for new affordable rental housing projects. This policy could increase the number of affordable units by 281 to 361 annually from 2025 to 2034 and lower rents by 4% to 4.4%. A broader waiver might boost below-market rental units by 5.3% to 6.7%. However,…
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Things Homeowners Should Check in Winter
Protect Pipes: Insulate exposed pipes to prevent freezing and bursting during cold weather. Seal Air Leaks: Check windows, doors, and outlets for gaps to save on heating costs.
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Check out my listing Address: 1838 EUREKA AVENUE
Welcome to Harbourview Estates in the highly desirable area of Citadel Port Coquitlam – a fully updated open-concept home in an excellent family neighbourhood. Located close to great school catchment including French Immersion/AP Programs and quick access to highway and parks. Spacious bright kitchen, living and dining area boast high vaulted ceilings and nice gas…
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Metro Vancouver Housing Trends: Detached vs. Condo Living
A new survey reveals over 40% of Metro Vancouver residents prefer single-family homes. Preferences for single-family homes vary by income and frequency of moving in recent years.
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