What is a presale condo in Vancouver?

A presale condo is a property purchased directly from a developer before construction is complete. Buyers sign a purchase contract and pay a deposit — typically 15–20% in installments — then wait for completion, usually 2–4 years. Presales let you lock in today's price on a brand-new home before the building exists.

What are the benefits of buying a presale in Vancouver?

Benefits include: locking in a purchase price before construction completes; spreading your deposit across installments rather than paying it all upfront; receiving a brand-new home covered by the BC New Home Warranty; and in strong markets, potential appreciation before you take possession.

How much deposit do I need for a Vancouver presale?

Most Vancouver presales require a total deposit of 15–20% of the purchase price, paid in staged installments. A typical structure is 5% on signing, 5% at six months, and a further 5–10% at construction milestones. The remaining balance is financed at completion.

What is a presale assignment and how does it work?

A presale assignment is when the original buyer sells their purchase contract to a new buyer before the building completes. The new buyer takes over the contract and reimburses the original buyer's deposit plus any agreed profit. Assignments are subject to developer approval and BC legal requirements, including GST and income tax considerations.

How do I get VIP or priority access to Vancouver presale projects?

The most reliable way is to work with a realtor who has existing developer relationships. Jacky Ng has built relationships with developers across Metro Vancouver over nearly a decade, giving clients first access before projects go to the general public — many sell out at the VIP stage.

Which areas of Metro Vancouver do you serve?

Vancouver Dwelling serves buyers across all of Metro Vancouver including Vancouver (Downtown, Yaletown, Coal Harbour, False Creek, West End, Kitsilano), Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam, New Westminster, and the North Shore.

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— Presales · Vancouver, BC

Vancouver presale condos & townhomes.

142. Active developments
· Updated Jul 10 ·

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Horseshoe Bay

Sf 1,163–1,890

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Hawksley

Sf 814–1,628

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1331 Ambleside

Sf 837–1,673

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Evelyn – Forest’s Edge 3 and 4

Sf 891–1,782

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Ava

Sf 450–1,183

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Rhodes

Sf 588–1,302

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The Arbutus

Sf 446–1,298

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Raphael

Sf 1,081–1,276

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Exeter Hall

Sf 397–1,482

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Chloe

Sf 635–1,358

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Legacy on Dunbar

Sf 919–1,350

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Dunbar at 39th

Sf 771–1,694

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Oku

Sf 412–1,086

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Ortus

Sf 548–1,202

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Gryphon Nova

Sf 490–1,635

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Frank – Building 1

Sf 388–1,128

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Oakmont Vancouver

Sf 435–1,220

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Tesoro

Sf 1,173–2,913

— About Vancouver Presales

Vancouver is Metro Vancouver's most active presale market, with over 100 developments spanning downtown, East Van, Westside, and emerging neighbourhoods like Mount Pleasant and Oakridge. Concrete highrise condos dominate, but boutique wood-frame buildings and urban townhomes offer price points for every buyer. Projects from major developers like Concord Pacific, Bosa, and Intracorp hit the market regularly — making this the most competitive and closely watched presale city in BC.

Jacky Ng is a licensed presale specialist serving Vancouver and all of Metro Vancouver. VIP access, floor plan previews, and developer incentives — at no cost to buyers. Book a free consultation →

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