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📬 Insider Insights on Upcoming Projects, Pricing & Smart Buyer Tips – July 2025 Edition
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The presale market across Greater Vancouver is heating up again. As interest rates stabilize and more inventory is introduced, savvy buyers and investors are keeping a close eye on upcoming developments. This update simplifies the latest data and insights so you can stay informed and make smart real estate decisions.
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📊 Where Are the New Homes Coming? – Q2 2025 Launches by Region
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Region
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Projects Launched
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Total Units Released
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Avg Price/SqFt
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Vancouver West
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4
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381
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$1,475
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Burnaby
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6
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720
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$1,150
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Coquitlam
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5
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610
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$1,030
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Surrey
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7
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1,020
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$950
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Port Moody
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2
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180
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$1,000
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Langley
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3
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340
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$850
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Source: MLA Advisory / BuzzBuzzHome / City Planning Portals
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📈 Is Demand Keeping Up? – Absorption Rates (May–July 2025)
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Month
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Units Released
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Units Sold
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Absorption Rate
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May
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1,480
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790
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53%
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June
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1,210
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705
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58%
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July
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1,360
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810
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59.6%
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A healthy absorption rate (50–60%) signals balanced demand and growing buyer confidence.
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🎁 What Are Developers Offering? – July Incentive Trends
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💰 2–5% deposit structures in Coquitlam, Burnaby, and Surrey
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🏠 Rental income guarantees in select Port Moody projects
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📝 Assignment fees waived in parts of Vancouver
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📉 Interest rate buydown programs now offered by 3 major developers
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🧠 Smart Buyer Tip of the Month
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📍 Local Development Highlights
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Coquitlam: 4 new towers under rezoning in Burquitlam, totaling over 1,800 proposed homes. Transit growth from the Evergreen Line is still a major draw.
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Surrey City Centre: Major high-rise activity continues, with density bonusing programs bringing investor-friendly product near SkyTrain hubs.
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📝 Key Takeaways
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🔼 Inventory is rising in Surrey and Burnaby, with attractive price points and developer incentives.
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💡 Demand is healthy across the region, with absorption rates nearing 60%.
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🧾 Flexible deposits, rental guarantees, and waived assignment fees are becoming more common.
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📍 Coquitlam and Surrey remain hotbeds for future densification, especially near transit hubs.
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🛎️ Now is a smart time to consider early-phase presale opportunities before prices climb.
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📞 Ready to Navigate This Market?
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Whether you're buying, selling, or just staying informed, I'm here to guide you through every step. Reach out for:
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A personalized market analysis of your neighborhood
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Early access to off-market listings
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Tailored selling strategies for this shifting market
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Fartash Elyasi | REALTOR® | RE/MAX Heights Realty
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📧 contact@fartash.ca
🌐 fartash.ca
📱 236-885-4669
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Let’s make your next real estate move a confident one.
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DISCLAIMER:The information provided in this newsletter is based on publicly available sources including MLA Advisory, BuzzBuzzHome, and municipal planning websites as of July 2025. While efforts have been made to ensure accuracy, figures are approximate and subject to change. Readers are encouraged to consult developers and official sources for the most current project-specific details.
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