Kelowna British Columbia Area Real Estate Choices And Listings
by M Walker
The area around Kelowna, British Columbia is one of the fastest growing communities in all of North America, with many people of retirement age choosing the relatively mild climate in the Okanagan Valley over some of the colder areas of the province. The growth in population has made it difficult to keep up with the demand for Kelowna real estate.
The market for homes in the area is very overheated due to the rapid influx of people. There is a need to increase the inventory, especially in the last few years. The people moving into the area are looking for comfortable and attractive Kelowna homes, especially in the most desirable areas of the community. The size of the area within the boundaries is larger than other cities with a greater population. This can mean longer commute times and a mixture of neighborhoods.
There are multiple neighborhoods in each of the ten significant districts of the city. The population levels have grown so rapidly recently that the latest population figures are only an estimate. The quoted population in 2014 was around 120,000 people. Many tourists come to visit the scenic attractions of the Okanagan Lake and Valley.
Tourists visit Okanagan Lake for the fishing, boating, golf, hiking, biking, water sports and other outdoor activities. Winter sports activities include alpine and cross country skiing at the Silver Star and Big White ski resorts. Many homeowners throughout the region are employed in service industries and tourist-related jobs. Other people who are coming to the region are those who are looking for a milder retirement climate and one which allows for participating in many and various outdoor activities.
This part of British Columbia is a center for internationally known wine production. There are many vineyards which are established south of the metro area, where the climate is just right for grape production. A national fruit-bar firm, Sun-Rype also has established a presence in the community. The type of agriculture and climate makes this part of Canada similar to Napa Valley in Central California.
The city is located in the southern central part of Canada's Western province of British Columbia. The head of Regional District of Central Okanagan is located within the city. The names come from a native word for "grizzly bear". The metropolitan area is the third-largest in British Columbia Province and the 22nd largest throughout the entire country. The nearby communities of West Kelowna, Lake Country City, Peachland, Summerland, and Penticton are connected geographically in describing the Kelowna market update.
The climate is semi-arid, with summers which are hot, dry and sunny. Winters are cold and cloudy with four distinct seasons. The Lake offers some moderation in temperatures and the surrounding mountains separate the valley from the rest of BC. The average high temperature recorded in this city is above freezing every month of each year, an unusual occurrence for Canadian cities.
In Kelowna homes for sale are still available with many styles to suit the buyers' preference. The prices are somewhat higher than in other Canadian listings.
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Title: Kelowna British Columbia Area Real Estate Choices And Listings
Author: M Walker
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Keywords: Kelowna real estate,Kelowna homes,Kelowna market update,Kelowna homes for sale
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