The Victoria Perspective
October 2026
A Season to Take Stock
Curated By
Chris Barrington Foote & Maddy McOuatt
CBF Property Group
Engel & Völkers Vancouver Island
What Home Means Now
October brings a different rhythm to Victoria. Leaves gather along neighbourhood streets, evenings draw us indoors, and home becomes a little more central to everyday life.
It can also bring a few questions into focus. Is a renovation worth doing? Would less upkeep make life easier? What is your home worth today?
You don’t need to be planning a move to explore those questions. We’re here whenever you want to talk them through.
Chris & Maddy
When the Leaves
Come Down
Keep a clear path for water.
Fallen leaves can quickly collect around drains and along gutters. Keeping drainage routes clear is a small seasonal detail that deserves attention as wetter weather arrives.
Notice what the season reveals.
New pooling, dampness or a change from last autumn is worth having assessed. Need someone to take a look? Just reply—we can help you find the right person.
Separate maintenance from improvements.
Before starting a project, distinguish what needs attention from what you’d simply enjoy changing. That can help you set priorities as the wetter months arrive.
What September Changed
Victoria Real Estate Board Region · September 2026
Properties sold
Active listings at month-end
Sales than September 2025
What does this mean for your home?
September brought more inventory relative to sales, with VREB describing conditions as entering buyer’s-market territory. The Board also cautioned that one month does not establish a lasting trend.
For homeowners, the next step is to look at what is happening with comparable properties in your own neighbourhood.
If you’re considering a move, we can help you look at both sides: what your current home might sell for and the choices available for your next purchase.
Even if you’re staying put, we’re happy to share what’s selling nearby.
Questions Worth
Bringing Us
What is our home worth now—and what could that make possible?
If you’ve owned your home for several years, an updated value review can help you revisit your equity position as you consider renovations, less upkeep or a future move.
Should we renovate before we eventually sell?
We can help you consider which improvements suit your own enjoyment, which may matter to future buyers and where to focus your budget.
We might want less house one day. Where do we start?
You can explore neighbourhoods, types of homes and likely costs well before choosing a moving date.
You don’t need to be planning a move. If one of these questions is on your mind, reply. We’re happy to talk it through.
The Right Introduction
Sometimes the most useful next step is an introduction.
Whether you need a wealth manager, tax accountant, private banker, mortgage broker, insurance advisor or notary, we can help you find the right person.
The same goes for looking after your home—from maintenance and repairs to landscaping and renovations.
Looking for someone? Reply with what you need, and we’ll help you find a connection.
Two advisors. One coordinated standard.
Chris brings experienced judgment to pricing, positioning and negotiation. Maddy brings thoughtful advice, careful preparation and consistent follow-through.
Together, we help you make informed decisions and keep each step moving with care.
A Distinction That Serves You
Chris’s Private Office distinction is an invitation-only recognition within Engel & Völkers, reflecting his experience, market expertise, discretion and commitment to exceptional client care.
For you, it means informed local advice supported by trusted relationships with advisors across Canada and around the world. Maddy supports that standard through attentive coordination and follow-through, helping keep the details carefully managed when your real estate plans involve privacy, several moving parts or a move beyond Victoria.
An Afternoon Together
Join us for a relaxed Sunday afternoon to catch up with familiar faces and welcome a few new ones. It’s a chance to spend time together and thank you for your trust and friendship.
Save the Date
Sunday, November 8, 2026
12–3 PM
Penny Farthing Public House
Children are welcome, and we’d love you to bring a guest.
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