Peachland, BC Real Estate and Community Guide

Peachland sits on the west shore of Okanagan Lake, between West Kelowna and Summerland. It is a hillside town with a walkable lakefront, small-town pace, and downtown Kelowna about 30 minutes away by car. If you want lake access without city density, Peachland belongs on your list.

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Peachland Market Snapshot (October 2026)

As of October 10, 2026, about 137 properties are listed for sale in Peachland. Rounded figures from live MLS data:

• Single-family homes: about 70 listed. Average asking price near $1.25 million, roughly $505 per square foot. Typical home: 3 to 4 bedrooms, about 2,800 sq ft.
• Condos and townhomes: about 33 listed. Average asking price near $745,000. Most units are 2 to 3 bedrooms, many along Beach Avenue.
• Lots and land: about 28 listed, from roughly $300,000 to over $4 million.

These numbers change daily. They are asking prices, not sold prices. For a current read on a specific street or home type, create a custom market report or contact me.

What Living in Peachland Is Like

Peachland is small. The 2021 Census counted 5,789 residents, and the District now puts the population at close to 6,400. Daily life centres on the lake and the downtown strip along Beach Avenue, with cafes, restaurants, and shops across from the water.

Homes climb the hillside above the lake. Many upper-bench properties have long lake views. Downtown and lakeside homes trade views for walkability.

Peachland was founded in 1899 by John Moore Robinson. The area was home to the Syilx (Okanagan) people long before that.

The Waterfront

• Waterfront trail: about 3 km of flat, paved walkway along Beach Avenue. Good for walking, strollers, and wheelchairs.
• Swim Bay: at 6th Street and Beach Avenue. It is the only lifeguarded beach on Okanagan Lake, with guards on duty daily from mid-June to the end of August. It has a wharf, zip line, rope swing, washrooms, and a wheelchair ramp to the water.
• Boating: downtown has a marina and a day-use wharf, so you can arrive by boat and walk to lunch.

Trails and Parks

• Pincushion Mountain: a short, steep trail (about 3.4 km round trip) from off Ponderosa Drive. The summit has a Canadian flag and a wide view of the lake. Locals treat the climb as a rite of passage.
• Hardy Falls Regional Park: a flat, shaded trail with bridges along Deep Creek at the south end of town. Kokanee salmon spawn here each fall. The park closed in August 2026 for a salmon habitat project, so check the Regional District of Central Okanagan for its reopening date before you go.
• Wineries: Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards sits just south of town, and more of the Okanagan wine trail is a short drive in either direction.

Schools

Peachland is in School District 23 (Central Okanagan). Peachland Elementary, on Clements Crescent, serves kindergarten to grade 5. Middle and secondary students attend schools in West Kelowna. Catchments can change, so confirm your address with SD23 before you buy.

Commute and Getting Around

• Downtown Kelowna: about 30 minutes by car over the William R. Bennett Bridge.
• Penticton: about 30 minutes south.
• Highway 97 runs through town, so you reach the rest of the Okanagan quickly. You will want a car for most errands.

Things to Check Before You Buy

• Wildfire and insurance: Peachland's own hazard planning lists hot, dry conditions as its top future risk. Ask your insurer early. Read Can You Get Home Insurance Near an Active Wildfire?
• Slope and access: hillside lots can mean steep driveways and winter driving. Visit in more than one season if you can.
• Strata documents: many condos and townhomes are strata. Review bylaws, depreciation reports, and minutes before you remove conditions.

Thinking About a Move to Peachland?

I work with buyers relocating to the Okanagan from across Canada and the United States. If you are comparing Peachland with West Kelowna, Kelowna, or Lake Country, I can walk you through the trade-offs.

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