Question 1

Is Swartz Bay a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Accepted Answer

Swartz Bay is currently a buyer's market with 12 months of inventory (MOI). There are 8 active listings and approximately — sales in the last 30 days, indicating higher inventory giving buyers more negotiating power. A MOI below 4 indicates a seller's market, 4–6 is balanced, and above 6 is a buyer's market.

Question 2

What is the median home price in Swartz Bay?

Accepted Answer

The current median home price in Swartz Bay is $1.30M. This is based on 18 sales over the past 12 months.

Question 3

How should I price my home in Swartz Bay?

Accepted Answer

Homes in Swartz Bay are currently selling at 95.4% of their list price, with an average of 43 days on market. Homes are selling below asking price, typical of a buyer's market. Pricing competitively from the start is important to avoid extended time on market. Of recent sales, 11% sold above list price and 89% sold below.

Question 4

How long do homes take to sell in Swartz Bay?

Accepted Answer

Homes in Swartz Bay currently take an average of 43 days to sell, which is at a slower pace, giving buyers more time to negotiate. Pricing, condition, and location all affect individual sale timelines.

Question 5

What is the price per square foot in Swartz Bay?

Accepted Answer

The median price per square foot in Swartz Bay is $542. This metric is useful for comparing value across different property sizes and types.

Question 6

Are homes in Swartz Bay selling above or below assessed value?

Accepted Answer

Homes in Swartz Bay are selling at an average of 97.0% of their BC Assessment value (based on 2 recent sales). Homes are selling below their BC Assessment values, which can occur in a softening market or when assessments haven't been adjusted down.

Question 7

Are real estate sales increasing or decreasing in Swartz Bay?

Accepted Answer

Sales volume in Swartz Bay has been decreasing over the last 3 months: Jun 2026 (1 sales), Jul 2026 (1 sales), Aug 2026 (0 sales). Over the full 12-month period, there were 18 total sales.

Question 8

How many homes, condos, and townhomes are for sale in Swartz Bay?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 8 properties for sale in Swartz Bay, including 8 single family homes. Listings are updated daily from the MLS® system.

Question 9

What is the single family home market like in Swartz Bay?

Accepted Answer

The median single family home price in Swartz Bay is $1.30M. The single family market is currently a buyer's market with 12 months of inventory. Houses take an average of 43 days to sell. The median price per square foot is $542. Browse all 8 houses currently for sale in Swartz Bay to see what is on the market.

Question 10

What houses have recently sold in Swartz Bay?

Accepted Answer

18 houses have sold in Swartz Bay over the past 12 months. The median sold price for houses is $1.30M. Recent median prices: Jun 2026: $2.00M, Jul 2026: $1.82M. Individual house sales are listed in the recently sold section on this page.

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