Kelowna BC Property Options And Listings

By M Walker


The Kelowna BC area is noted for its rapidly expanding population. It has out-expanded other cities throughout Canada and the balance of North America. Many of the new members of the community are people of retirement age who appreciate the gentle climate of the Valley. The expanding population has placed stress upon the inventory of Kelowna real estate listings.

There is a hearty market for homes in the area, thanks to the growth of population. Inventory of listings is not large, particularly in the recent time frame. There are new residents coming into the city who want to live in comfortable and aesthetically appealing Kelowna homes. They want to find the top-rated neighborhoods in the city to call home. The city is spread out over a larger geographical area than most communities of a similar population level. The result is mixed neighborhoods and commute times which can be lengthy.

There are ten major divisions in the city. Within each of the sectors, there are multiple neighborhoods. The most recent estimates of population size are around 120,000, but the numbers are changing so rapidly that they could be much higher. There is a thriving tourism base in the area, thanks to the beautiful Okanagan Valley and the Okanagan Lake as well.

Summer tourism activities in the region include fishing, golf, biking, water sports, hiking, and boating. In the winter season, visitors come to enjoy skiing and other activities at Big White and Silver Star Ski Resorts. Tourism and service industries account for a lot of the employment in this area. Other people moving to the community as retirees who want to pursue an active lifestyle.

The area is known for its production of wines which are recognized internationally. Mostly, the vineyards are located south of the city where the climate is ideal for growing quality grapes. Sun-Rype bars also have their headquarters within the community. The area has been compared to the Napa Valley, California for its climate and wine production.

The city is located in south-central British Columbia, Canada. The regional District of Central Okanagan has its headquarters in the city. In population, the greater metro area is the 3rd largest BC province city and 22nd largest population in Canada. The name of this city means "grizzly bear" in the indigenous language. The metro area and Kelowna market update includes Penticton, Summerland, Peachland, Lake Country City and West Kelowna.

The weather which characterizes the area is generally somewhat dry. The summers are hot, with plenty of sunshine. During the winter season, the weather turns cold and cloudy. There are four separate seasons each year. The moderating influence of Lake Okanagan and the protection of sheltering mountains help to keep the area somewhat warmer that is expected of other Canadian cities.

Kelowna homes for sale are available in a wide range of prices and styles, although the hot market means that inventories are not high. The price range is somewhat higher than for most cities in Canada.




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