Courtenay, British Columbia
As of September 26, 2026, the median asking price in Courtenay is $672,450, across 183 active MLS® listings.
Those listings have been on the market an average of 80 days.
61 new listings came to market in Courtenay in the last 30 days.
Asking prices work out to about $441 per square foot, based on the 174 listings that report floor area.
Detached homes in Courtenay are listed at an average of $1,026,872 across 76 active listings.
Condos in Courtenay are listed at an average of $360,133 across 43 active listings.
Townhouses in Courtenay are listed at an average of $629,896 across 28 active listings.
Duplexes in Courtenay are listed at an average of $655,441 across 17 active listings.
Riverfront Roots, Downtown Rhythm
Courtenay’s historic core sits tight to the Puntledge and Tsolum rivers, where old storefronts, mid-century walk-ups, and character houses form the everyday backdrop to downtown errands. The streets around 5th Street and Cliffe Avenue carry that classic small-city pattern: compact blocks, a few landmark buildings, and pockets of quiet residential lanes that still feel distinctly “old Courtenay.” It’s a neighbourhood you experience at street level—coffee in hand, watching the river and the foot traffic trade places.
The mix of residents is just as layered as the housing stock. Young renters and service workers lean into the convenience of being close to restaurants, shops, and major employers, while downsizers value the ability to keep life simple without relying on long drives. Long-time locals hold onto heritage homes and family properties, and investors keep an eye on low-rise condos and small infill where demand for central living stays steady—even if the neighbourhood’s Walk Score (37/100) reflects that many trips still end up being car-assisted in the Comox Valley.
Real estate here tends to split into two storylines: older single-family homes—often with mature lots and renovation potential—and strata living in smaller condo buildings that appeal to buyers prioritizing centrality over square footage. Pricing and turnover are influenced by the broader Comox Valley market, but the downtown-adjacent address can add a premium for those who want a short hop to the riverway, the shops, and the city’s event calendar. The result is a market defined less by homogenous subdivisions and more by variety: heritage charm, practical condos, and the occasional surprise infill project tucked into the grid.
Courtenay’s for-sale market currently has about 200 active listings with a median asking price of $677,450, averaging $453 per square foot and 96 days on market so far, suggesting a broad citywide selection and enough time for buyers to compare options across areas. With 47 new listings added in the past 30 days, inventory is being replenished, so buyers and investors can watch for pricing differences between more central, established pockets and newer or more spacious areas on the city’s edges when evaluating value and negotiating leverage.
AI-written commentary on the active MLS® listing snapshot as of September 11, 2026. Not financial advice.
Walk Score 37 · Bike Score 56
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