Whistler Real Estate - Index

Whistler Real Estate - Whistler Real Estate The Magazine Summer Fall 2008 - Index

COMe hOMe tO PeMbeRtOn...
though only a scenic 30-minute drive north of Whistler, the
village of Pemberton is a world away from busy resort life. With
its distinctively pastoral setting situated 8000’ below the rugged
peaks of mount Currie, Pemberton is known for its farming
roots and First nations heritage.
long before european settlers arrived, the Pemberton Valley
was the traditional territory of First nations peoples of the interior salish tribe.
in the 1850s, Joseph despard Pemberton, a surveyor General for the hudson’s
Bay Company first put “Port Pemberton” on the map as a supply stop servicing
gold seekers. originally situated at the north end of lillooet lake, travelers
would dock and continue their journey overland to
present-day lillooet. Currently, the district includes
As the fastest
the Village, the first nations community of mt.
Currie, the Pemberton Valley, d’Arcy and Birken. As
growing community
of the 2006 census, the area population is 1,887.
As the fastest growing community in BC (BC
in BC (BC Statistics,
statistics, 2005) the Village has seen many changes
in a short period of time. the town’s rapid growth
2005) the Village
has translated into an increased demand for real
estate and has helped transform the once sleepy
has seen many
community of a few hundred residents into the
vibrant and growing town it is today. Agriculture
changes in a short
and forestry are still important aspects of the local
economy, but tourism and its related services
period of time.
employ the highest percentages of residents. this
Taylor Rd
Pemberton Meadows
Beechwood
Greenwood
Elmwood
Fernwood
Cedar
Aster
Pemberton Farm Rd
Prospect
Oberson Rd
Park St
Collins Rd
Walnut
Spruce
Camus
Birch
Aster
Aspen
Willow
Oak
Oak St
Portage
ONE
MILE
LAKE
Cottonwood
Alder
Arbutus
Urdal Road
Vine
Hemlock
Olive
Laburnum
Laurel
Larch
Lupin
Balsam
Harrow
PeMbeRtOn
Fraser
WhistleR
Village
Clover
INDUSTRIAL
PARK
AIRPORT
PEMBERTON
GOLF COURSE
BIG SKY
GOLF
COURSE
Airport Road
change has necessitated the addition of many new
amenities catering to tourists and residents alike,
such as the Pemberton Valley lodge, a variety of cafes
and eateries, feed stores and outfitters, galleries and
studios, and an industrial park.
incorporated in 1956, the Village of Pemberton is fast
becoming known as an outdoor playground for all seasons.
the Pemberton district abounds with natural beauty
surrounded by three of the most breathtaking Provincial
Parks in BC. Camping at Birkenhead lake, Garibaldi, Joffre
lakes and nairn Falls parks is a popular summer activity.
Potential homebuyers will find a range of housing
options. traditional single family homes combine with
the more contemporary, luxury properties and new
condominium, townhome and duplex developments
to round out the offerings. A variety of rural lifestyle
options are also available, from farming and estate
acreages in Pemberton meadows to waterfront cabins
at lilloet lake.
mARkET ACTIVITY
The sales in pemberton and area have remained strong
through the first 3/4 of the year. There has been a
significant increase in units sold and median prices.
as inventory remains low, upward pressure on prices
could be the result.
mEdIAn SALES VALuE
Condominium 2006: $244,000 (26 sales)
2007: $275,750 (72 sales)
Single Family Home 2006: $391,000 (25 sales)
2007: $500,500 (58 sales)
AREA HIGHLIGHTS
The Slow food Cycle – a pedal-powered trip through the
natural buffet that is Pemberton Meadows farmland, to meet
local growers and sample produce fresh from the field, slow
Food Cycle is sea to sky’s signature agritourism event. www.
slowfoodcyclesunday.com
pemberton music festival – get set for three unforgettable
days of music, July 25, 26 and 27. the european-style festival
features the best in rock, alternative and urban music during
a multi-day, multi-stage and multi-artist summer concert
extravaganza. www.pembertonfestival.com
nairn falls – located just south of Pemberton, this
spectacular Provincial Park features captivating views, 94 large
forested camping spots and picnic areas. a moderate 1.5km
hike leads visitors to the falls, where the mighty green River
transforms into a thundering column of whitewater as it drops
197 feet (60 m) through several cauldrons and bowls.