Sandy Stinson of Team Stinson, RE/MAX Lake Cowichan recently conducted an in depth study of the affordability of homes throughout the province of BC and determined that the Cowichan Valley offers the best bang for your buck… And here is why!
The combination of a stable economy, low unemployment rates and fairly low mortgage rates serve to make the Cowichan Valley an excellent choice when considering your next real estate purchase. From newly constructed homes, existing homes and condos, to building lots, there’s an abundance of affordable real estate available in the Cowichan Valley.
As the demand for housing in some areas is declining, the market in the Cowichan Valley is remaining steady and strong. As with anything, real estate prices have slightly increased in the last few years. But, when compared to market prices for homes in Victoria and surrounding areas, homes in the Cowichan Valley are generally offer over $100,000 in savings for comparable properties!
Whether you’re a lifetime resident or considering making the Cowichan Valley your new home, there are numerous choices for real estate. Although, the enormous wealth of opportunities for affordable real estate in the Cowichan Valley might just make your choice of ownership a hard decision!
With the many gorgeous locations available, it will be hard to choose where you’d prefer to live!
The Cowichan Valley communities offer one of the most diverse selections of locations and settings that you can find anywhere. But, no matter what your preferences and tastes are, you’ll be able to find the perfect living environment to call home! And, you’ll be able to find it at some of the most affordable real estate prices in the area.
If you love the ocean and water activities such as scuba diving, sailing, wind surfing or fishing and have always dreamed of an ocean view from your front porch, the Cowichan Valley has it! There are many existing homes and lots available that are in close proximity to some of the most beautiful shorelines in the world!
There’s also the choice of living along the Cowichan River area. The river is known worldwide as the fly fishing capitol of the world and hosts tourists that travel from all around the world just to take advantage of the fishing opportunities. The river is home to rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout, steelheads and three different species of Pacific salmon.
The Cowichan River offers an abundance of water activities as well. From a serene day of canoeing to an exciting day of riding the rapids, swimming, skiing and boating there’s something for everyone! The area is also the natural habitat for numerous species of wildlife and has some of the most beautiful walking and hiking trails on the island.
Scenic ocean views, lakefronts and river life aren’t by any means the only options available in the valley. The forest areas offer some of the most amazing locations for housing. The forests are dense with Western Hemlocks and Douglas fir and make wonderful secluded living areas. And, if you like the town life, there are quaint harbor villages and friendly people.
The Cowichan Valley is not only full of history and beauty, it’s one of the best places to find affordable real estate. Situated within a 30 minute drive from both Nanaimo and Victoria, it’s an ideal location even if you work in one of those cites. The enormous savings on real estate properties gives living in the Cowichan Valley a huge advantage over living in either Victoria or Nanaimo.
Although, the Cowichan Valley has all the conveniences of the modern day world, it’s managed to retain its old world feel and provides a peaceful, serene lifestyle. The valley has a uniquely intertwined peacefulness of small town living with all the modern amenities provided by living in a big city.
The beautiful rural settings, numerous family activities and great schools make it the perfect place to raise a family. And, it’s quickly becoming a island paradise for many who just want to spend their retirement doing the sports and activities that they love or just relaxing doing nothing!
The name Cowichan means land warmed by the sun, a fitting name that was derived from the valley’s temperatures. The region boasts the only Maritime Mediterranean climate zone in Canada which results in the warmest year round temperatures in the country. Annual averages range from 65 degrees in July to 37 degrees in January, although various locations in the valley differ by a few degrees.
The unique blend of moisture and warmth is responsible for the regions spectacular plant growth and makes the area perfect for gardens and farming. In fact, many of the early settlers choose the location for its advantages to farming.
For most people a home is the biggest investment they make during their lifetime. There are numerous things to consider when shopping for the right house and the right place to live. The Cowichan Valley is truly a region that has it all. And, the unlimited offerings of affordable real estate in the Cowichan Valley make it the obvious choice for your next move!
When considering purchasing real estate in the Cowichan Valley, Sandy Stinson of Team Stinson / Remax Lake Cowichan has the experience and expertise required to find that special dream property for you and your family.
On the web www.remaxlakecowichan.com
Street: 81 Cowichan Lake Road
City: Lake Cowichan
State/Prov: British Columbia (BC)
Country: Canada (CA)
Zip / postal: V0R2G0
Phone: 250.749.6000
website: www.remaxlakecowichan.com
