Early fall on the Westside.
Hi there,
One of the great things about living in the Okanagan is getting all four seasons. Right now, that means cooler days, changing leaves and a very cozy kitchen – candles lit, something baking and a simmer pot on the go.
The latest numbers.
Benchmark prices reflect a typical home in each category, compared with August 2025.
Source: Association of Interior REALTORS®.
August was a quieter month, with 9.4% fewer sales than last year. Single-family prices held steady, while townhouse and condo prices came in lower than last August. When fewer homes are selling, the details matter more: how a home is priced, how it shows, and what it’s up against. The most useful comparison is still homes like yours, in your neighbourhood.
If you’re thinking about selling and curious what your home might be worth, send me a note.
A few things to look forward to.
The final market of the season, 9 am–1 pm at Westridge Shopping Centre.
Harvest tastings and winemaker dinners at wineries up and down the valley.
Pumpkin painting, the pumpkin patch and a small market on Paynter Road, 10 am–3 pm. Free.
Free art, performances and a silent disco around downtown Kelowna, starting at 6 pm.
A brand-new film festival, with screenings around the Okanagan.
West Kelowna votes Saturday, October 17. Advance voting is at City Hall on October 7, 13 and 15, and mail ballots are available now.
Baking up a storm.
I’ve been working my way through some older cookbooks lately. This one was a hit – I’ve made it twice this week.
My mini crockpot has been doing double duty as a simmer pot. It makes the whole house smell delicious.
Have a recipe you keep going back to? Send it my way – I read them all!
Until next time,
Kara
