Darrell Bay, Squamish - September 2026 Real Estate Report

Darrell Bay Real Estate Update: Your Home Is Worth More Than the City Thinks - Or Is It?

If you've been watching the "For Sale" signs around Darrell Bay lately, here's the honest picture. The market is taking a breather, but there's more going on under the surface than a single number can tell you. Let's break it down.

The Vibe: What's Actually Happening With Prices Right Now

We're sitting in one of Squamish's more interesting spots right now. The city's official assessment puts the average Darrell Bay home at $1,085,172 - but the HonestDoor Price tells a different story. Our real-time estimate comes in at $1,041,490, which is 4.03% below that assessed value. That gap matters, and we'll get to why in a second.

Activity is quiet. There were 4 property transactions recorded in 2026 across 244 assessed properties. That's a thin slice of turnover, which means when a home does sell here, it sets the tone for everyone on the street.

Houses vs. Condos - Two Very Different Stories

For houses, here is where we stand:

• Average sale price: $900,000 - essentially flat from last month
• Price per square foot: $909
• Only 1 house sold recently - the market is moving slowly
• Predicted market value: $1,081,045 - nudging up from the 3-month average of $1,080,282
• Estimated rent: $4,447 per month, with a rental yield of 4.53%
• Airbnb income potential: roughly $221 per month
• Growth rank: 3 out of 11 neighbourhoods in Squamish - that puts us in above-average territory
• Price rank: 6 out of 8 - we're below average on price compared to other Squamish neighbourhoods

The house market is holding steady. That $900,000 average sale price is actually higher than the broader Squamish average of $772,000, which tells us buyers are paying a premium to be in Darrell Bay specifically. The predicted value is also running ahead of nearby Squamish at $1,055,338. That's a good sign for anyone thinking about listing.

For condos, the numbers look different:

• HonestDoor Price: $1,062,318 - down 6.64% from the previous period
• Predicted market value: $1,137,836 - up from the 3-month moving average of $1,129,579
• Estimated rent: $4,601 per month, with a rental yield of 2.63%
• Airbnb income potential: roughly $229 per month
• Recent value change: up 5.34%
• Growth rank: 2 out of 8 neighbourhoods in Squamish - near the top of the leaderboard
• Airbnb rank in Squamish: 2nd - condos here punch well above their weight for short-term rental potential

Condo owners should pay attention to that 5.34% recent value change. Even with the HonestDoor Price dipping 6.64% from the prior period, the predicted value is climbing and sits above nearby Squamish. The short-term rental picture is strong - ranking 2nd in all of Squamish for Airbnb potential is not a small thing.

The Secret Sauce: Why Your HonestDoor Price Matters More Than Your Tax Assessment

Here's the thing about your BC Assessment notice. It's a snapshot from July 1st of the previous year. By the time it lands in your mailbox, it's already old news. The market has moved on.

The HonestDoor Price is updated in real time, pulling from actual sales data, current market conditions, and what buyers are genuinely paying right now. For Darrell Bay houses, the city's assessment is running $43,682 higher than the HonestDoor Price. For condos, the HonestDoor Price and the predicted value are telling two slightly different stories - which is exactly the kind of nuance a static government number will never show you.

If you're making any financial decision based on your home - refinancing, selling, even just understanding your net worth - the HonestDoor Price is the real-world check you need. Don't wait until next January to find out where you actually stand.

The "So What?" - Should You Sell in Darrell Bay This Summer?

If you own a house in Darrell Bay and you've been on the fence, the case for listing this summer is reasonable. Here's why:

• Darrell Bay houses are selling above the Squamish average - buyers are choosing this neighbourhood on purpose
• Growth ranks 3rd out of 11 comparable neighbourhoods - we're outperforming most of the competition
• With only 1 recent sale, inventory is tight - a well-priced listing has very little competition right now
• The predicted value of $1,081,045 is trending upward, but the HonestDoor Price has dipped 3.66% - pricing it right from day one is critical

If you own a condo, the story is actually more interesting. A 5.34% recent value change and a top-2 Airbnb ranking in Squamish means there's genuine buyer demand - especially from investors. The rental yield of 2.63% is moderate, but the short-term rental upside is a real selling point worth putting front and centre in any listing.

The neighbourhood growth rate is essentially flat at -0.05% year over year - so this is not a market that's running hot. But Darrell Bay is holding its own against neighbours like Squamish and Northridge, and the fundamentals for a well-priced sale are there. Get your HonestDoor Price before you talk to anyone else. That's the number that reflects today, not last July.

This 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.