Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home in the Interlakes Area?
If you’re already living in the Interlakes area—or nearby—and thinking about buying, you’ve probably asked yourself:
“Is now actually a good time… or should I wait?”
Short answer?
There’s no perfect time. But there is a smart time for your situation.
What’s Actually Happening in the Interlakes Market Right Now
Real estate here doesn’t behave the same way as bigger city markets.
In the Interlakes and Bridge Lake area, what I’m seeing is:
Well-priced properties are still moving
Buyers are more selective than they were a couple years ago
Properties that are overpriced or need a lot of work tend to sit
So it’s not a “crazy hot” market…
But it’s definitely not dead either.
Why Some Local Buyers Are Moving Now
A lot of local buyers I work with aren’t trying to time the market perfectly.
They’re making moves because:
They’ve outgrown their current place
They want something easier to maintain
They’re shifting into a different stage of life
In those cases, waiting doesn’t really solve anything.
It just delays the move.
When Buying Now Makes Sense
Buying now can make a lot of sense if:
You’ve found a property that actually fits your needs
You’re planning to stay in the area long-term
You’re financially comfortable with the move
In a market like this, you often have a bit more room to:
Take your time
Ask questions
Make sure the property is the right fit
That’s not always the case in a fast-moving market.
When It Might Make Sense to Wait
There are also situations where waiting could be the better move.
For example:
You’re unsure what you really want yet
Your financial situation might change soon
You’re hoping for a very specific type of property
Waiting isn’t wrong.
But it should be a decision—not just hesitation.
What Most Buyers Get Wrong
This is the big one.
A lot of buyers focus only on timing the market.
But in a rural area like the Interlakes, timing matters less than:
Choosing the right location
Understanding the property
Making sure it works year-round
I’ve seen buyers wait for “the perfect time”…
Then rush into the wrong property when they finally decide to act.
A Quick Local Example
I worked with a local buyer recently who had been watching the market for over a year.
They kept waiting for prices to drop more.
But every time a good property came up, it sold.
When they finally decided to move forward, we focused less on timing…
And more on finding something that actually fit.
They ended up buying a place that worked better for them long-term—and stopped second-guessing every decision.
How I Help Local Buyers
I’m Amanda Oldfield, a Realtor with eXp Realty based in 100 Mile House, and I help buyers in the Interlakes and Bridge Lake area make smart decisions without the guesswork.
For local buyers, that usually means:
Looking at properties based on real-life use—not just price
Understanding differences between areas, roads, and access
Making sure the move actually improves your day-to-day life
Not just chasing what’s “available.”
So… Is Now a Good Time to Buy?
For some people, yes.
For others, not yet.
The better question is:
“Does buying now make sense for me?”
When you focus on that, the decision gets a lot clearer.
Next Step
If you’re thinking about buying in the Interlakes—even if you’re not 100% sure yet—that’s a good place to start.
You can:
Ask questions about the market
Send me a property you’re considering
Talk through what you’re trying to accomplish
No pressure.
Just a clear plan so you can move when it makes sense.
📍 CONTACT
Amanda Oldfield Realtor - eXp Realty
96 Hwy 97, 100 Mile House, BC
250-318-5202
Helping buyers and sellers in the Interlakes make smart real estate decisions without the guesswork.
