Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
-
Mississauga home prices surge to $1.04 million, marking a 4.7% increase in May 2025
Mississauga's average home price reached $1.04 million in May 2025, up 4.7% from April but down 5% year-over-year. Sales dropped 20%, while active listings rose 51.7%. Detached homes averaged $1.47 million, semi-detached $985,660, attached $1.02 million, townhouse condos $742,060, and apartment condos $584,398. Prices have risen significantly since 2015, with detached homes up 84.5%. Continue…
-
GTA Infrastructure Costs: Who’s Footing the Bill?
GTA growth demands more infrastructure, but who should truly pay for these rising costs? GTA new home buyers face the highest development charges in North America, severely impacting affordability.
-
Top 5 Overbidding GTA Neighbourhoods in Early-Q2
1. Bickford Park – Median sold price: $1.3M – Median overbid amount: $201K 1. Bickford Park – Median sold price: $1.3M – Median overbid amount: $201K
-
Happy Father’s Day
Approximately 2.5 billion Father's Day cards are sent each year. Neckties have become a popular traditional gift for Father's Day. "World's Greatest Dad" is a popular Father's Day phrase. Breakfast in bed is a common Father's Day treat. Wishing a fantastic Father's Day to all the dads who strive to be the best versions of…
-
Three-tower development could bring over 1,300 units to a Mississauga neighbourhood
A proposal for three apartment towers with 1,342 units at 69 and 117 John St., Mississauga, faces concerns. The 31, 30, and 20-storey buildings exceed the 25-storey height limit, with a 12-storey podium considered too tall. Issues include shadow impact, parking, sewage, and a high number of one-bedroom units. Revisions are requested, emphasizing more family-sized…
-
Is the GTA Housing Market Frozen in Fear?
Toronto home sales plunged 23.3% year-over-year in April 2025, amid economic fears and soaring new listings. Sales Plunge Detached: drop 21.7% Townhouses: fall by 22.9% Semi-detached: down 10% Condo: plunge 30%+
-
Halton Home Prices up 1.7% in Early-Q2
Halton Region’s avg home price ↑ 1.7% MoM to $1.23M, but ↓ 4.8% yearly. April saw 642 sales, ↓ 21% yearly, with listings ↑ 78.5% to 2,999 properties.
-
First-Time Buyers Face Major Losses as Entry-Level Homes Sell for $350K Below Peak in Mississauga and Brampton
Entry-level homes in Mississauga and Brampton are selling at significant losses, reflecting a sharp correction in the GTA real estate market. Two homes, one in Malton and another in Brampton’s Mount Pleasant, sold for $375,000 and $390,000 less than their peak prices in 2022. First-time buyers who purchased during the market peak face substantial financial…
-
Top 5 Underbidding GTA Neighbourhoods in Early-Q2
1. Lawrence Park – Median sold price: $4.6M – Median underbid amount: $312K 2. Eastlake – Median sold price: $3.3M – Median underbid amount: $241K
-
Oakville Home Prices Jump 4% in Early-Q2
Oakville’s avg home price ↑ 4% MoM to $1.51M in April 2025. Despite the rise, prices were still down ↓ 4.6% yearly.
Got any book recommendations?