Overview: a look at the impacts of record immigration on Toronto’s luxury real estate market in 2022, including on sales, prices, houses and condos. I recently sold a $3.4 million penthouse. That sale speaks to a wider demand for luxury real estate in Toronto—a demand that will only grow with immigration. In fact, Canada is set to welcome a record…
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March 2nd Interest Rate Hike: Everything You Need To Know
Overview: a forecast of the Bank of Canada’s March 2nd interest rate hike and its impact on Toronto’s housing market, plus advice on buying, selling and mortgages. After years of keeping interest rates at historic lows, the Bank of Canada (BoC) seems poised to raise them at last. In fact, rates have been holding steady at 0.25% since March 27,…
Condo Case Study: How I Sold A $3.4 Million Toronto Penthouse
Overview: a case study of how I sold a $3.4 million Toronto penthouse, with insights on marketing, luxury condos, and the future of Toronto real estate. It’s no secret that GTA home prices have been soaring over the past few decades. In spite of ongoing health restrictions, job uncertainty and the prospect of interest rates hikes, buyers are still eager…
Record Finish: GTA Home Prices Jump 24.2% In December
Overview: a look at the record-breaking December 2021 GTA housing market numbers, predictions for 2022, and advice for buying and selling in the new year. Despite freezing temperatures, a new variant and ongoing health restrictions, the December 2021 housing market once again broke records. While 2021 was a great year for real estate overall, December did have its highs and…
2021-2022 GTA Housing Market Review & Forecast
Overview: a year-end review of Toronto real estate and predictions for the 2022 GTA housing market. COVID continued to disrupt our jobs, lives, travel plans and the housing market. However, there were some positive developments, such as the accelerated vaccine rollout starting mid-April. As a result, schools, businesses and borders were able to reopen. The real estate market also benefited.…
38 Monte Kwinter Court Unit 423 – 2 Beds + 1 Bath – Sold
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zEjlc0JT-8 Overview: 38 Monte Kwinter Court Unit 423 is a newly-painted 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit with an eat-in kitchen and extended balcony. Enjoy modern amenities and a scenic North York location. Building Name: The Rocket Condos Address: 38 Monte Kwinter Ct #423, Toronto, ON M3H 0E2 Neighbourhood: Clanton Park (North York) Developer: Metropia Architect: gh3 and CMV Group Interior Designer:…
55 Bremner Blvd Unit 4709 – 2 Beds + 2 Baths – Sold
Overview: 55 Bremner Blvd Unit 4709. Large 2 bed, 2 bath unit with an eat-in kitchen and spectacular CN Tower and Lake Ontario views. Enjoy amazing amenities, parking and a gorgeous Waterfront location. Building Name: Maple Leaf Square Condos Address: 55 Bremner Blvd – Unit 4709, Toronto ON, M5J 0A6 Neighbourhood: Toronto Waterfront Developer: Lanterra Developments Architect: KPMB and Page…
October 2021 & The GTA Condo Market Comeback
Overview: a look at the October 2021 housing market, with a special focus on condos. Plus an analysis of GTA home sales, prices, inventory, and advice for buyers and sellers. Like a zombie, Toronto home prices kept rising and rising. It was an especially good month for condos, which posted double-digit gains in both home prices and sales. But there…
388 Yonge St PH 7907 – 3 Bed + 2.5 Bath Penthouse – Sold
Overview: 388 Yonge St PH 7907. Massive penthouse suite with 3-bedrooms, 3-baths, high-end kitchen & $300,000+ worth of upgrades. Enjoy a private 2-car garage, locker and a location in the Bay St Corridor. Building Name: Aura Condos Address: 388 Yonge St – Ph 7907, Toronto ON M5B 0A4 Neighbourhood: Bay Street Corridor Developer: Canderel Stoneridge Architect: Graziani + Corazza Interior…
1 Bloor St E Unit 3409 – 1 Bed, 2 Baths + Den – Sold
Overview: 1 Bloor St E Unit 3409 is a 1-bedroom condo with upgraded bathrooms and a convertible den. Enjoy 50,000 sq. ft. of amenities, parking, locker, and a downtown Yonge and Bloor location. Building Name: One Bloor Condos Address: 1 Bloor Street East – Unit 3409, Toronto ON, M4W 1A9 Neighbourhood: Yonge & Bloor Developer: Great Gulf Architect: Hariri Pontarini…
August 2021 GTA Housing Market: Prices Soar As Sales Plunge
Overview: a look at the August 2021 GTA housing market, including key sales data, future trends, and advice for home buyers and sellers. On one hand you had headlines like this from BNN Bloomberg: Toronto housing at ‘crisis point’ as prices surge On the other hand, you had headlines like this from Daily Hive: Number of new home listings in…
155 Yorkville Ave Unit 712 – 1 Bed + 1 Bath – Sold
Overview: 155 Yorkville Ave Unit 712 is a fully-upgraded, 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo with a high-end kitchen, hotel-inspired amenities and a posh Yorkville location. Building Name: Residences of Yorkville Plaza Address: 712-155 Yorkville Ave Toronto, ON M5R 1C4 Neighbourhood: Yorkville Developer: Camrost-Felcorp Architect: WZMH Architects Interior Design: The Design Agency Property Manager: ICC Property Management Year Built: 2017 # of Units:…
763 Bay St Unit 1614 – Bachelors Unit With Locker – Sold
Overview: 763 Bay St Unit 1614 is a spacious bachelors unit with an eat-in kitchen and 4-piece bath. Enjoy incredible amenities and a location in the Bay Street Corridor! Building Name: College Park North Tower Address: 1614-763 Bay St Toronto, ON M5G 2R3 Neighbourhood: Bay Street Corridor Developer: Canderel Stoneridge Architect: Graziani + Corazza Interior Designer: Chapman Design Group Property…
35 Hayden St Unit 1516 – 1 Bed + 1 Bath – Sold
Overview: 35 Hayden St Unit 1516 is a large 1-bedroom,1-bath condo with a modern eat-in kitchen. Enjoy ample storage, a spacious balcony, first-class amenities, and a thrilling Yonge and Bloor location. Building Name: The Bloor Street Neighbourhood (BSN) Address: 1516-35 Hayden St Toronto, ON M4Y 3C3 Neighbourhood: Yonge and Bloor Developer: Cresford Developments Architect: Northgrave Architects Interior Designer: Gluckstein Design…
My Breakfast Television Interview On Millennial Home Buyers
Overview: my interview with Breakfast Television, with thoughts and insights on the current housing market, plus tips for Millennials looking to buy their first home! I recently sat down for an interview with Breakfast Television. The topic: Millennial homebuyers and the challenges they face. I also shared my thoughts and insights on the current housing market, and offered tips for…