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Two 12-storey apartment buildings proposed to replace Mississauga mid-rise
Two 12-storey rental apartment buildings with 283 units are proposed at 1470 Williamsport Dr., Mississauga, replacing a six-storey mid-rise with 53 existing rentals. Tenants worry about temporary housing during redevelopment. The city’s rental protection bylaw requires unit replacement but not relocation support. Discussions on rent terms and tenant transition plans are ongoing. Concerns include building…
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GTA Homebuyers Benefit From Lower Prices in 2025 Q2
Aggregate GTA home price ↓ 3% YoY to $1,155,300 in Q2 2025. Condos ↓ 5.6% to $699,700; single-family homes ↓ 1.2% to $1,448,700. Many buyers waited due to economic uncertainty, elections, tariffs, and job loss concerns. 28% of Canadian renters considered buying before renewing leases; increased showings for lower-priced GTA homes. Royal LePage expects GTA…
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Milton Real Estate Hits $1.07m
The average home price in Milton was $1.07 million in June 2025, up slightly from May. Detached homes led sales with 87 transactions and an average price of $1.26 million. Semi-detached and attached houses both rose in price monthly but dropped compared to June 2024. Apartment-style condos rose 8.1% month-over-month, while townhouse-style condos declined slightly.…
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Investors Eye GTHA Price Corrections
GTHA multi-family sales ↓ 67% yearly in the first half of 2025—now deepest discount territory in Canada. Unsold inventory in new condos surges, giving leverage to value-seeking investors. 52 developments dropped prices in 2025, creating ripe buying conditions for strategic entry. Long-term supply drop projected post-2026—entry now may capture future scarcity upside. Investor incentives rising:…
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Peel Region Home Prices Hit $1M
The average home price in Peel Region was $1.02 million in June 2025, down annually. Detached house prices fell 6% year-over-year, while semi-detached and attached houses saw small monthly gains. Apartment-style condos declined 8.5% year-over-year, while townhouse-style condos rose 2.7% month-over-month. Active listings surged 45.6% from June 2024, while sales volume decreased by 3.7%. Since…
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How to Get Your Property Sale-Ready in 5 Steps
Enhance curb appeal: A well-maintained exterior creates trust and attracts buyers from the moment they arrive. Declutter and depersonalize: Remove personal items to allow buyers to imagine themselves in the space.
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Halton’s Price Dips to $1.21M
Halton Region’s average Real Estate price in June 2025 was $1.21 million, down monthly and yearly. Detached homes averaged $1.52 million, with sales rising and prices dropping compared to June 2024. Semi-detached homes saw monthly price gains but remained lower than last year’s average. Apartment and townhouse-style condos experienced price declines, though apartment-style units rose…
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Saving Strategies for Every First-Time Home Buyer in Muskoka or Parry Sound
Purchasing a home or cottage in Muskoka or Parry Sound requires understanding the local real estate market due to high demand and varying prices. Key strategies include setting a realistic budget, making a substantial down payment, and using high-interest savings accounts. Exploring government programs, securing mortgage pre-approval, and managing debt are important for financial readiness.…
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GTA Home Prices Drop 3% in Q2: Sales Gain?
Home prices in GTA fell 3.0% year-over-year in Q2. Spring market started slowly, cautious buyers held off.
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