Kelowna BC Area Real Estate Choices And Descriptions

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.

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 major sectors in the city, each of which contains multiple neighborhoods. The population has been estimated at more than 120K but the demographers say that the rapid change in the population may mean that the numbers are too low. The population is boosted by the number of tourists who enjoy visiting the beautiful area surrounding Okanagan Lake.

The many activities in the area which draw visitors include both summer and winter pastimes. The summer season features, water sports, hiking, biking, golf, boating and fishing on the lake. In the winter, visitors enjoy skiing at Big White and Silver Star ski resorts. A significant source of employment in the region is based on services for tourists and visitors. Retirees are another large segment of its population, They enjoy the milder climate, which supports the many activities available to senior citizens.

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 of the area is classified as semi-arid. The winters are cold and cloudy with sunny, dry and hot summers. Inhabitants enjoy all four seasons. The proximity of Okanagan Lake helps to create a more moderate temperature. Another moderating aspect is the mountains which surround the Valley. The recorded average high temperature is remarkable for being above freezing, irrespective of which month it is. This temperature moderation cannot be found in other cities in Canada.

The Kelowna homes for sale are offered in a variety of styles and price ranges, although they tend to run in the less affordable grouping when compared to other Canadian cities.




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