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July Rental Statistics

🏡 July 2025 Greater Victoria Rental Market Snapshot

By Pemberton Holmes Property Management

As summer heats up, so does the rental market. July brought steady pricing across most unit types, with subtle increases and continued strong demand for well-located, well-appointed homes. Here’s a refined look at how things unfolded.

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📊 Rental Data Overview – July 2025

🏷️ Unit Type	📐 Avg. Sq. Ft.	💰 Rent Range	📊 Avg. Rent	📏 $/Sq. Ft. Range
Studio	~450	$1,500 – $1,675	$1,575	$3.33 – $3.72
1 Bedroom	600–725	$1,750 – $2,195	$1,975	$2.92 – $3.32
2 Bedroom	800–1,100	$2,295 – $2,995	$2,645	$2.55 – $3.07
3 Bedroom	1,300–1,500	$2,950 – $3,595	$3,295	$2.27 – $2.76

📍 Data sourced from active listings across Victoria, James Bay, Saanich, Langford, Esquimalt & surrounding areas.

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🔄 June → July Rental Variance

🛏️ Unit Type	📈 Month-Over-Month Change
Studio / Bachelor	⚖️ Stable – Avg. remains ~$1,575
1 Bedroom	🔼 Slight increase (~2–3%)
2 Bedroom	🔼 Modest increase
3 Bedroom	🔼 Gradual upward trend

💡 July reflects signs of market rebalancing after June’s mixed movement. Larger units in particular are seeing renewed demand and slight pricing gains.

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📍 Neighbourhood Highlights

• 🏙️ Downtown Victoria
  Popular as ever. Bachelors and 1-bedrooms between $1,575–$2,195. Tenants love in-suite laundry, modern finishes, and pet-friendly policies.
• 🌲 Langford & Colwood
  Family-friendly and commuter-convenient. 2–3 bedrooms going for $2,495–$3,595. Many units include parking, storage, and newer builds.
• 🌊 James Bay & Fairfield
  Coastal charm meets urban access. 2-bedroom units average $2,500–$2,895, with walkability and lifestyle as key attractions.

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🧑‍💼What Renters Want

✅ Pet-friendly policies
✅ In-suite laundry
✅ Utilities included (esp. water & heat)
✅ Parking availability — adds $100–$200 in perceived value

Tenants are becoming more selective. The best-equipped rentals get snatched up fastest.

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🏗️ For Owners & Investors

As we edge toward fall, now is the time to:

🔧 Schedule seasonal maintenance (e.g. roof, gutters, HVAC)
📸 Ensure units are clean, well-presented, and staged
💵 Review rental rates vs. market to stay competitive
📈 Focus on value-added amenities (like parking, storage, or pet-friendliness)

🎯 Well-priced units with modern features continue to see the shortest vacancy times.

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📞 Need help pricing or managing your rental?

Let the experts at Pemberton Holmes Property Management guide you.
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