If you own property in Clayburn and you're still looking at your BC Assessment notice to figure out what your place is worth, stop. That number is already old. Here's what's actually happening on the ground right now.
We're in a market that's taking a breather, but not falling apart. There's a real difference between what's happening with houses and condos here, and it matters depending on what you own.
The predicted value is climbing past the 3-month moving average. That's a quiet but clear signal that house values here are nudging upward, not sliding. Our transaction rank of 5th in all of Abbotsford tells us homes are actually changing hands - this isn't a ghost town market.
How do we stack up against the neighbours? McKee houses are pricier at $1,197,320 but growing slower at -0.05%. Hazelwood sits cheaper at $1,065,284, also growing slower. Immel McMillan is the budget option at $981,138 and growing at the same pace as us. Clayburn is holding its own in the middle of the pack - not the cheapest, not the flashiest, but consistent.
Condo owners in Clayburn, pay attention. A 3.84% recent value change and a number 1 growth ranking out of 21 comparable neighbourhoods is not a small deal. Our condos are outpacing every comparable area in Abbotsford right now. The predicted value of $651,036 is already beating nearby McKee condos at $616,152. If you own a condo here and haven't checked your HonestDoor Price lately, you're likely sitting on more than you think.
Here's the thing about BC Assessments - they're a snapshot of the market from July 1st of the previous year. By the time that notice hits your mailbox, the data is already stale. The market doesn't wait for government paperwork.
The HonestDoor Price is updated in real time. It pulls from actual sales, current market signals, and live data - not a calendar from last summer. For Clayburn houses, the HD Price of $1,074,211 is already running $11,740 above the average assessment. For condos, the HD Price of $650,149 reflects a market that has moved up 3.84% recently - movement that your assessment simply hasn't captured yet.
If you're making any financial decision - refinancing, selling, even just understanding your net worth - the HonestDoor Price is the real-world number to start with. The assessment is what the city thinks your home was worth. The HD Price is what the market thinks it's worth today.
Let's be straight with each other. This is not a runaway seller's market. Neighbourhood growth is essentially flat at -0.03% year over year for houses, and the HonestDoor Price has dipped 1.09% from the previous period. But flat is not falling, and there are real reasons to consider moving this summer rather than waiting.
First, the predicted value for houses at $1,086,058 is trending above the 3-month moving average. Momentum is pointing up, not down. Second, our total transaction rank of 5th in Abbotsford means buyers are active here - you're not listing into a quiet room. Third, with only 1 house sold recently, inventory is tight. Low supply with active buyers is a decent setup for a seller.
For condo owners, the case is even clearer. You're sitting in the top-ranked growth neighbourhood for condos in all of Abbotsford. If you've been on the fence, this summer is worth a serious conversation with your agent.
The move right now? Check your HonestDoor Price before you do anything else. Know your real number, not the government's old one. Then decide.
clayburn | abbotsford | july 2026This information is all based on our opinions based on the information available to us. Everyone's situation may be different and you should reach out to us for more personalized information.