Janine Thomson - Victoria Home & Condos Sales

11/10/2026

Greater Victoria Real Estate Market Update | November 2026

As we move into November, Greater Victoria’s real estate market continues to offer opportunities for both buyers and sellers. October recorded 573 property sales and 3,594 active listings, reflecting a market where buyers have more properties to choose from and sellers need to remain competitive with pricing and presentation.

With sales down 7.1% compared to October 2025 and inventory up 5%, market conditions continue to favour a more measured approach to buying and selling.

Whether you're considering purchasing your first home, selling your current property or simply keeping an eye on local property values, understanding these market trends can help you make informed decisions.

In this month's edition, we're also highlighting Remembrance Day in Victoria and sharing helpful resources for first-time home buyers preparing to enter the Greater Victoria housing market.

Explore the latest market statistics, local insights and homeowner resources below.

11/10/2026

A little glimpse into the book I wrote for our Pemberton Holmes Westshore team’s First Time Home Buyer event this upcoming Saturday! DM me if you’re wanting to attend. At the end of the event we hand out this 39 page interactive booklet. We have just a few seats left.

11/05/2026

October 2026 Vancouver Island Real Estate Market Update!

More listings, fewer sales, and shifting home prices!

Active listings climbed 9%, while sales declined 9% compared to October 2025. Single-family home benchmark prices dipped slightly, while townhouses saw a 6% increase.

With more inventory available, buyers have greater choice, while sellers need to remain competitive with pricing and presentation.

Thinking of buying or selling? Let’s discuss what these market trends mean for your next move.

Janine Thomson | REALTOR®
Pemberton Holmes

11/01/2026

Happy Halloween!! 👻🎃

11/01/2026

What a fantastic Halloween in Sooke!

Halloween was about more than costumes and candy this year, it was about bringing our community together and giving back!

Our group had a wonderful time welcoming Sooke families for an evening of Halloween fun, offering free hot dogs, drinks, and treats while raising funds to support our local food banks.

We handed out over 250 hot dogs! That’s a lot of happy families and a wonderful reminder of what makes our community so special.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by, donated, volunteered, and helped make this event such a success. Your generosity and community spirit are what make events like this possible.

Sooke, thank you for showing up and supporting a great cause!
Pemberton Holmes Sooke

11/01/2026

Happy Halloween from the team at Pemberton Holmes! 👻
Pemberton Holmes Real Estate

10/29/2026

Life’s greatest treasures is those that risk their lives to save others. RIP Jesse!

Condolences are pouring in for Jesse Adams, a man who dedicated his...

10/29/2026

We’re getting ready for our FREE First-Time Home Buyer Seminar!

If you’ve been thinking about buying your first home but aren’t sure where to begin, this event is for you!

Join us at Pemberton Holmes Westshore in Langford for an informative afternoon with local real estate and industry professionals who will help you better understand the home-buying process.

We’ll be covering:

• First-time home buyer incentives and savings
• Mortgage pre-approvals and financing
• Common home-buying myths
• Writing an offer and understanding the conditions
• Closing costs and what to budget for
• Important steps to becoming a homeowner

Saturday, November 14, 2026
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
103–814 Goldstream Avenue, Langford

Admission is FREE, and attendees will receive a complimentary First-Time Home Buyer Guide!

Reserve your free ticket today!

Looking forward to helping more people take that exciting first step toward homeownership!

10/28/2026

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