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Understanding the 2025 BC Property Tax Assessments: Key Insights for Homeowners

As of January 2025, BC Assessment has released updated property values for over 2.2 million properties across British Columbia. These assessments, based on market value as of July 1, 2024, play a critical role in determining property taxes and offer insights into the region’s real estate trends. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 property tax assessments and how they might impact you.


What Are BC Property Assessments?

BC property assessments estimate a property’s market value as of July 1 each year, reflecting its physical condition as of October 31. These assessments ensure fairness and equity in the property tax system.

Key factors influencing assessments include:

  • Recent sales in your area.

  • Property characteristics like size, age, quality, and location.

While assessments provide a snapshot of property value, it’s important to note that property tax rates are set by local governments in the spring and may vary based on budget needs.


Where Can You Find Your 2025 Property Assessment?

Homeowners can access their assessments online at bcassessment.ca. Paper notices are also being mailed, with most homeowners expected to receive theirs by the end of January 2025.


Lower Mainland Market Trends

For 2025, the overall housing market in the Lower Mainland has shown continued stabilization. Here’s a summary of key trends:

  • Stable Values: Most residential properties saw modest changes in assessed values, ranging between -5% and +5%.

  • Regional Total: The overall assessed value of properties increased slightly from $2 trillion in 2024 to $2.01 trillion.

  • New Development: Nearly $27 billion of assessments stemmed from new construction, rezoning, and subdivisions.


Local Assessment Highlights

Here’s how assessments changed in key Metro Vancouver areas for 2025:

Single-Family Homes

  • Burnaby: +4% ($1,973,000 to $2,044,000)

  • Coquitlam: +1% ($1,722,000 to $1,738,000)

  • New Westminster: +1% ($1,567,000 to $1,590,000)

  • Vancouver: 0% ($2,209,000 to $2,206,000)

  • Surrey: -3% ($1,608,000 to $1,563,000)

  • Richmond: +1% ($1,874,000 to $1,890,000)

Strata Properties (Condos and Townhouses)

  • Burnaby: 0% ($731,000 to $732,000)

  • Port Coquitlam: +2% ($669,000 to $680,000)

  • Port Moody: +2% ($826,000 to $841,000)

  • Surrey: -2% ($710,000 to $696,000)


How Do Assessments Impact Property Taxes?

A common misconception is that an increase in assessed value directly results in higher property taxes. However, this is only true if your property’s value increases more than the average change in your community. Local governments determine tax rates based on budget needs, so your tax bill might not change even if your assessed value does.


What if You Disagree with Your Assessment?

If you believe your assessment doesn’t accurately reflect your property’s market value, BC Assessment provides options for review:

  1. Initial Inquiry: Contact a BC Assessment appraiser to discuss your concerns.

  2. Formal Appeal: File a Notice of Complaint by January 31, 2025, for a review by the independent Property Assessment Review Panel.


Key Takeaways for Homeowners

  • Market Value ≠ Sale Price: Assessed values are a helpful reference but may not reflect the exact price your home could sell for today.

  • Stay Informed: Use tools on bcassessment.ca to compare your assessment with similar properties and track market trends.

For more personalized advice or to understand how your assessment might impact your buying or selling strategy, contact us today! Whether you’re considering listing your home or exploring new investment opportunities, we’re here to guide you.

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