Why Spring 2026 Is the Best Time to Buy a Presale Condo in the Fraser Valley

If you're a first-time home buyer looking for a brand new condo in the Langley or Surrey area, you're probably asking yourself: "Is now a good time to buy?" Right now, the Fraser Valley real estate market is firmly in a buyer's market. We haven't seen conditions this favorable for buyers in years. But there's a catch — the window of opportunity is starting to close. This guide will break down exactly what is happening in the Fraser Valley presale market this spring, and why sitting on the sidelines might cost you. The Data: Why It Is a Buyer's Market Let's look at the numbers. The Fraser Valley is currently experiencing a massive surge in inventory. Active listings are sitting at 50% above the 10-year seasonal average . When inventory goes up, prices usually go down — and developers get desperate. Right now, the benchmark price for a condo in Surrey is around $501,000 , which is an 8.4% decrease from $549,200. We are seeing presale condos in Surrey starting as low as $299,900 . 💰 Developer Incentives Are at Record Highs Because there are so many options and fewer buyers, developers are offering massive incentives to get people to sign contracts. We are seeing buyer incentives up to $80,000 on some projects, with top incentives averaging around $18,000 . ⚠️ Warning Sign In March 2026, we saw the first monthly price increase in nearly a year . This means the bottom of the market has likely passed, and prices are starting to creep back up. The Cost of Waiting Many buyers are waiting for interest rates to drop further before they buy. But waiting can actually cost you more money in the long run. When you buy a presale condo, you lock in today's purchase price, but you don't need a mortgage until the building is finished in 2–4 years. By the time you need your mortgage in 2028 or 2029, interest rates will likely be lower than they are today. If you wait for rates to drop before you buy, you will be competing with every other buyer who had the exact same idea. More competition means higher purchase prices. Financial Scenario: 2-Bedroom Condo in Langley Scenario Purchase Price Incentive Final Price Est. Value 2028 Buy Now Spring…

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