Maria Moudatsos REMAX LifeStyles Realty

Metro Vancouver home sales lost momentum in July, with home sales on the MLS® declining nearly 10 per cent compared to July last year, erasing the gains seen in June that kicked off the summer.

Metro Vancouver home sales lose brief momentum Home sales registered on the MLS® in Metro Vancouver* declined nearly ten per cent last month relative to July last year, erasing the ten per cent gain seen in June that kicked off the summer.

🏡 OPEN HOUSE 🏡
📍 A – 20736 River Rd, Maple Ridge
🗓 Saturday, August 8
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Come explore this exceptional half-duplex offering the space and privacy of a detached home—without the detached price tag! Enjoy the freedom of NO strata fees and NO strata council, all on a fully fenced 7,400 sq. ft. lot in desirable West Maple Ridge.

✨ Functional layout with main floor den
✨ Private backyard with composite deck
✨ Plenty of space for kids, pets & gardening
✨ Garage & ample additional parking

Don't miss your chance to see this fantastic property in person. We look forward to welcoming you!

🏡 JUST LISTED 🏡

📍 A – 20736 River Rd, Maple Ridge
💲849,000

Looking for the space, privacy, and freedom of a detached home without the detached price tag? This exceptional half-duplex offers independent ownership with NO strata fees and NO strata council, making it the perfect alternative to townhouse living.

Situated on a fully fenced 7,400 sq. ft. lot in desirable West Maple Ridge, this home features a functional layout with a main floor den, ideal for first-time buyers, young families, or downsizers. Step outside to your private backyard with composite decking, plenty of room for entertaining, kids, pets, and gardening—it's truly a gardener's dream! Complete with a garage and ample additional parking, this is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss.

📲 Contact me today for more information or to book your private showing!

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🤠🌾 Looking for something fun to do this weekend?

Head out to Maple Ridge • Pitt Meadows Country Fest for a weekend of family fun, live entertainment, food, & all things country! 🎶🐴

Celebrate summer at the Albion Fairgrounds with midway rides, local vendors, agriculture displays, 4-H exhibits, demonstrations, delicious food trucks & so much more. It’s a great community tradition with something for everyone!

📍 Albion Fairgrounds
23448 Jim Robson Way, Maple Ridge
📅 July 24–26, 2026

Grab your family & friends and enjoy a little country fun right here in our community! 🤠🌻

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Greater Vancouver home sales pick up at the start of summer

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