Affordability and Economy in The Record

Affordability and Economy

Rent rose more slowly here

Average rent was $1,556 a month in October 2025, below Courtenay at $1,622 and Nanaimo at $1,688. Campbell River's average had risen by $254 since 2022.

October surveys, 2021 to 2025 · Average monthly rent ($)

$1,5562025 · Campbell River
$1,000$1,400$1,80020212022202320242025
  • Campbell River$1,556
  • Courtenay$1,622
  • Nanaimo$1,688
Sources & methods

Average rent reflects the surveyed purpose-built stock and its mix. It is not an asking-rent measure for every available unit.

Dollar basis
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All lines are CMHC October averages for purpose-built rental apartments, using the total unit mix.

YearCampbell RiverCourtenayNanaimo
2021$1,269$1,201$1,200
2022$1,302$1,308$1,355
2023$1,464$1,384$1,465
2024$1,428$1,596$1,556
2025$1,556$1,622$1,688

What should be measured next: Watch turnover rents, vacancy, new rental completions and household income together before declaring the market healthy.