Toronto’s housing market gained traction in September 2025 following the Bank of Canada’s rate cut, with GTA home sales rising 8.5% year-over-year, according to TRREB. The average selling price was $1,059,377, down 4.7% from September 2024, reflecting ongoing adjustment in some segments. Price trends were mixed across regions and property types — freehold homes firmed… Read More
A Shifting Landscape for HomebuyersThe August 2025 TRREB Market Watch highlights a buyer-leaning GTA market—sales are up slightly, listings are growing faster, and prices are down about 5.2% year-over-year, though flat month-over-month. Buyers are getting more choices, but rate movements could tip the balance either way. Check my recent blog post Toronto Housing: Are Prices… Read More
The Toronto real estate market update from the TRREB Market Watch August 2025 shows sales up modestly while listings grew faster—keeping the GTA housing market well-supplied and buyer-leaning. In August, 5,211 sales (+2.3% YoY) were recorded against 14,038 new listings (+9.4% YoY). The average selling price was $1,022,143 (–5.2% YoY), and the MLS® HPI Composite… Read More
GTA July 2025 home sales climbed 10.9% year-over-year—the strongest July since 2021—highlighting the Toronto real estate market’s tightening conditions and improved affordability. GTA July 2025 Home Sales and Market Tightening Greater Toronto Area(GTA) REALTORS® reported 6,100 home sales in July 2025—a 10.9% increase year-over-year(YoY)—and 17,613 new listings, up 5.7% year-over-year, indicating a modest tightening as… Read More
July 2025 saw Canada’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) climb 1.9% year-over-year. With core inflation still above 2.5% and the Bank of Canada holding its overnight rate at 2.75%, Ontario buyers and sellers face critical decisions. In this post, we break down what the data means for borrowing costs, market dynamics and your next move in… Read More
Toronto’s housing market showed signs of cautious recovery in June 2025 according to Toronto Regional Real Estate Board(TRREB), marked by slightly improved affordability. Despite these promising signs, market activity remains subdued due to ongoing economic uncertainty. Sales Activity and Market Dynamics Greater Toronto Area (GTA) REALTORS® reported 6,243 home sales in June 2025, a modest… Read More
📊 Market Overview: Buyers Find Their Footing in a More Affordable GTA The May 2025 TRREB Market Watch reveals a shift in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market, favoring buyers. Sales are down 13.3% year-over-year, while new listings rose 14%, giving buyers more options and stronger negotiation power. With lower average selling prices and… Read More
🏦 Why the Bank Hit “Pause” Again? — A Signal of Stability On June 5, 2025, the Bank of Canada held its policy interest rate steady at 2.75% for the fourth consecutive time. While headline inflation has eased to 1.7%, the Bank cited persistent core inflation as the reason for maintaining current rates. Source: Consumer… Read More
As of Spring 2025, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) real estate market is showing clear signs of favouring buyers — a sharp contrast from the overheated conditions seen during the pandemic years. Whether you’re looking in Toronto, Markham, or Richmond Hill, the numbers all point in the same direction: this is a rare window for… Read More
Inventory Grows, Prices Dip – What It Means for Homebuyers in the GTA The Greater Toronto Area real estate market shifted again in April 2025. According to TRREB, sales are down, but more homes are hitting the market, and prices are dipping—opening up new chances for buyers. If you’ve been waiting for prices to cool,… Read More
-Factory-built homes can cut construction time by up to 50%
– Spring thaw trucking limits delay housing delivery every year
– NIMBYism contributes to zoning delays and community resistance
– OREA proposes streamlined regulations and clearer definitions
– Public-private partnerships could add 10,000 homes annually
More Affordable Homes, More Choices, and a Market in Transition 💸 A More Affordable Landscape for Buyers Homeownership in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) became more affordable in March 2025 compared to the same time last year. With both borrowing costs and average home prices trending downward, monthly mortgage payments are now more manageable for… Read More
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, there’s great news — and a few things you really need to know before jumping into a pre-construction or assignment deal. 🚨 GST Is Now WAIVED for First-Time Buyers (Up to $1M) As of March 20, 2025, the Canadian government has completely removed the 5% GST on new or substantially… Read More
Are you currently renting in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and wondering if homeownership is the right move for you? Many renters hesitate to take the leap due to high home prices, but does owning actually make better financial sense in the long run? Let’s break it down in simple terms using two scenarios: Buying… Read More
Greater Toronto Area Real Estate Market Sees High Listing Inventory The GTA real estate market in February 2025 provided homebuyers in Toronto and surrounding areas with significant negotiating power due to an increase in available listings. While Toronto home sales declined compared to last year, the high inventory levels allowed buyers more choice, creating favorable… Read More