Armstrong

Armstrong sits in the heart of the North Okanagan Valley, where the agricultural rhythm still defines daily life in ways most BC communities have forgotten. This isn’t a place trying to become something else—it’s a town that knows exactly what it is and does it exceptionally well.

The numbers tell an interesting story: nearly 70% of homes are single-detached houses, and with a median age of 50, Armstrong has become a magnet for people who’ve decided small-town life beats urban chaos. The 4% population growth since 2016 suggests others are catching on to what locals have known for decades.

What sets Armstrong apart is its authentic agricultural heritage that actually functions rather than just existing for Instagram. The Spallumcheen Valley’s fertile soil and increasingly favorable growing conditions (the plant hardiness zone improved by nearly 10% in recent decades) create real economic opportunity. While other rural communities struggle with identity, Armstrong’s farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness operators provide genuine economic foundation alongside the expected mix of healthcare, retail, and construction jobs.

The Interior Provincial Exhibition and Stampede—running since 1896—represents more than nostalgia. It’s a working celebration of an economy that still produces things people need. That kind of authenticity attracts both retirees seeking genuine community and younger families wanting kids to grow up somewhere real.

Property values benefit from this stability. Single-family homes dominate the landscape, and the community’s proximity to Vernon and Kamloops provides urban access without urban problems. The agricultural land reserve protects against suburban sprawl while maintaining the rural character that draws people here.

For mortgage brokers, Armstrong represents solid fundamentals: established community, diverse housing stock, and the kind of steady appreciation that comes from actual desirability rather than speculation. Tekamar’s maximum 65% LTV reflects our confidence in this market’s stability and the genuine demand for Armstrong’s particular brand of valley living.