Source: Greater Vancouver Realtors MLS® Statistics January 2026.
The Vancouver East real estate market began 2026 with steady activity despite overall sales across Greater Vancouver remaining below January 2025 levels. According to the latest data from the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, inventory has increased year-over-year, providing buyers with more options while creating more balanced conditions compared to early 2025.
Activity remained strongest in Mount Pleasant and Renfrew, while inventory levels increased in Collingwood and Hastings-Sunrise.
Detached homes in Vancouver East — particularly in more affordable price ranges — continue to attract consistent interest from local families and move-up buyers. While benchmark prices have adjusted moderately compared to last year, well-presented and properly priced homes are still selling within reasonable timeframes. Compared to Vancouver West, price sensitivity is less concentrated in the luxury segment and more influenced by financing conditions and overall affordability.
The condominium and townhouse markets remain active, supported by first-time buyers and investors seeking relative value within the City of Vancouver. Neighborhoods such as Mount Pleasant, Renfrew, Collingwood, and Hastings-Sunrise continue to see steady buyer demand due to transit access and long-term growth potential. Month-over-month, January activity showed stabilization following December’s seasonal slowdown, indicating that buyers are re-entering the market with measured confidence.
Overall, Vancouver East remains one of the more resilient and accessible segments of the Vancouver housing market. With inventory levels higher than a year ago, buyers have improved negotiating power, while sellers must remain strategic with pricing to achieve optimal results.
