Tag: kelowna lifestyle

FOR SALE: Condo in Kelowna’s Cultural District!

FOR SALE: 315-1331 ELLIS STREET, KELOWNA, BC $418,800

NEW LISTING!

Beautiful and spacious two bedroom, two full bath condo in the heart of Kelowna’s downtown cultural district! Abundant natural light from large windows and 10’ ceilings fills the condo. The loft windows of sunrise views over Black Mountain and Knox Mountain. The split floorplan places both large bedrooms on either side of the main living area to create more privacy and great rental potential.

The condo has been freshly painted and there is new vinyl plank flooring installed in the main living areas and both bathrooms. Other upgrades include a “silent” Bosch dishwasher and new hot water tank. The large patio with gas hookup provides for a relaxing outdoor living space.

Perfect location in the downtown core only steps away from coffee shops, restaurants, shopping and events. Only one block away from the beautiful lakeshore and all the water sports and beach amenities that Kelowna has to offer!

For more details, please contact Rom Houtstra at 250-317-6405 or email him at rom@romrealty.com.

March 13, 2020
Kelowna Happenings March 2020

In March we look forward to welcoming Spring! And of course, the kids anticipate their two week Spring Break! With the change of season and extra time with the kids you might be looking for something fun to do in Kelowna. Here’s a few great events happening in our great city!

March 2 – Doug and the Slugs concert @ Kelowna Community Theatre

March 4-8 – International Women’s Day Exhibition

March 6 – Kelowna Rockets vs Seattle Thunderbirds @ Prospera Place

March 13 – Jazz Night with Wood Wire and Fire @ The Vibrant Vine

March 15 – Mini Pop Kids Live! @ Kelowna Community Theatre

March 17-18 – Cruz the Blues @ Big White Ski Resort

March 28 – Peppa Pig Live! @ Kelowna Community Theatre

March 29 – Fred Penner: Cat Came Back Tour

Have an event you want to share? Please let me know and I would be happy to add it to my blog!

As always, if you have any real estate questions, feel free to contact me! – Rom

March 1, 2020
KELOWNA CONDO CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN!

FOR SALE: 205-1125 BERNARD AVE, KELOWNA, BC$289,800

PRICE REDUCED!

Spacious and inviting one bedroom, two bathroom condo close to downtown Kelowna. This large condo features 9’ ceilings and an open floor plan kitchen, dining and living space complete with nice laminate flooring and a cozy fireplace. Just off the living room is a large outdoor deck with excellent privacy. The master bedroom features brand new carpet and its own ensuite bathroom.

Along with another full bathroom, this condo comes with a laundry room that is spacious enough to use as storage. Also included is a separate locker room for storage and secured underground parking with security cameras. There are no rental restrictions and one pet (under 20lbs) is allowed. Excellent location with shopping and a bus stop only steps away.

For more details, please contact Rom Houtstra at 250-317-6405 or email him at rom@romrealty.com.

February 25, 2020
Rom’s Kelowna Real Estate Opinion December 2019

December 2019 Kelowna Real Estate Report:

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Kelowna Real Estate Opinion for Dec 2019

Welcome to a new decade! Last month, I did a year in review for 2019 and made some predictions for the new year. Now, lets get into the full swing of 2020!

There is something interesting going on in the market right now! We weren’t sure about it until we had a full year of stats to compare. If we compare the averages and totals of all of 2019 to all of 2018, it shows what I saying last year. The market is in a soft correction. Inventory is up in the Okanagan area. Absorption, prices and sales are down slightly, compared to 2018. However, here is the cool part. When we compare the second half of 2019 to the second half of 2018, the trend is upwards.

What does that mean?

It means that about half way through 2019, the market started to shift from a very slight correction (Down Market) to a very slight recovery (Up Market). If you remember, half way through 2019 I said there are some positive forces coming into the market that should make a difference in 2020. These positive forces reflect the introduction of the first time buyer program from CMHC, interest rates at record lows again and Vancouver and Toronto – our 2 biggest economies – are in recovery again. Home sales in Vancouver rose 5.2%. This makes it a great time to sell your home in Kelowna as many Vancouverites are making the move to the Okanagan.

As expected, these forces are making a difference and we are starting to see that in the stats. 2019 was a relatively balanced year in the Okanagan, with a slight downturn. 2020 will be a relatively balanced year with a slight upturn. As always, this is just the Real Estate World according to Rom.

January 15, 2020
Emigration Expo 2020

Emigration Expo 2020 in The Netherlands!

I am excited to share that I will once again have at booth at the Emigration Expo in Europe! This is a great opportunity to go overseas and promote the amazing lifestyle we live here in Kelowna. Do you have a home or business for sale and want to promote it internationally? Contact me today and we can set up a meeting to discuss.

What is the Emigration Expo?

The Emigration Expo is held on February 8 and 9, 2020. With about 11,000 visitors, the Emigration Expo is Europe’s largest event for emigrants, expats, job seekers, entrepreneurs and anyone else looking to live abroad. The Emigration Expo is about information, orientation and doing business. There are 3 halls with an area of 12,000m² and about 200 exhibitors and free lectures and presentations. The Emigration Expo is a must for everyone planning to move abroad, temporarily or permanently.

My sister, Pauline and I, in front of my booth at the Emigration Expo in 2019.

Do you want a FREE ticket to the Emigration Expo?

The first 50 people to click here can get a free ticket to the Expo! Let me know if you will be attending, I would love to see you there! My booth number is #230 in Hall 2.

Do you want more information for immigration, live and work in Canada? Please fill out the form here and I will contact you shortly.

January 13, 2020
Kelowna Happenings January 2020

Looking for something fun to do in Kelowna for January 2020? Here are some fun ideas for you!

January 4 – Kelowna Winter Market (every Saturday until March!)

January 11 – Kelowna Rockets vs Kamloops Blazers @ Prospera Place

January 14 – Dine Around Okanagan Launch Party – Dine Around Okanagan events will be happening Jan 15 – Feb 2!

January 17 – Orchestral Rock Odyssey

January 18 & 19 – Monster Truck Chaos @ Prospera Place

Janjuary 19 – Okanagan Bridal Expo

January 22 – Big White Scavenger Hunt @ Big White Ski Resort

January 24-26 – Fireside Festival

Have a fun event you want to share? Please let me know and I would be happy to add it to my blog!

As always, if you have any real estate questions, feel free to contact me! – Rom

January 3, 2020
Kelowna’s Beautiful Fall Season

Fall in Kelowna: The Ultimate Chef’s Playground

I love this Fall video from Tourism Kelowna. It showcases stunning shots of the beauty (and food!) that Kelowna has to offer. I hope you enjoy it too! For more information on Kelowna living, visit my About: Living in Kelowna page by clicking here.

#explorekelowna

November 4, 2019