Third Quarter Market Review

October Newsletter

The trends that we have seen so far this year continue through the third quarter of 2018. Overall, across Toronto, freehold properties experienced a mild decline while condominiums prices continue to increase.

In the City of Toronto, the overall average price for detached and semi-detached homes have both decreased, year-to-date. The average number of days on market has increased from 15 in 2017 to 20 in 2018. This shows a shift in market activity and, in many cases, fewer multiple offer scenarios for buyers. In spite of this broad trend, demand neighbourhoods across the city continue to hold value, with detached and semi-detached homes experiencing modest price increases. Depending on the neighbourhood, freehold homes in the city are experiencing either a balanced or buyer’s market. If you’re in a condo, the seller’s market prevails.

If you’re not sure of the market conditions in your neighbourhood, please call, text or send a message. We would love to provide you with detailed information tailored to your home, and help you to take advantage of the market.

The average sale prices for homes sold in the third quarter of 2018, in the City of Toronto, as reported by TREB*, are:

Average Selling Price Year Over Year Change
Jan – Sep 2018 Jan – Sep 2017
Detached $ 1,333,576  $ 1,460,316 -8.7%
Semi-Detached $  993,935    $ 1,013,947 -2.0%
Condo Townhouse  $  653,928   $  626,283 +4.4%
Condo Apartment $  591,604  $  544,854  +8.6%
*Source: Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB). City of Toronto from January through the end of September 2018.

Featured Listings

Looking to freshen up your space?

As you might imagine, since decorating is a very large piece of our job, we get a lot of questions about decor! If you’re feeling inspired to make a few changes around your house or condo, we have put together a short list of some of our favourite trends:
  • Add some nature. Succulents and other house plants continue to be on trend this year. And they’re one of our favourite ways to brighten up a space and add interest. Can’t keep a plant alive? Think about incorporating a leaf print into your living space in cushions or a throw.
  • Texture or pattern on walls. While accent walls have been around for a while, we are seeing a resurgence in the popularity of bold wallpaper, textured finishings and shiplap accent walls. 
  • Colour. In the market for a new sofa? Consider blue or green. Not looking to refurnish? New cushions and a throw can introduce enough colour to add a different dimension to your living space.
  • Warmer kitchens. White has been going strong for years, but we are starting to see a movement towards warmer and darker colour cabinetry (even black!), natural countertops and brass fixtures.

New Development Spotlight: Junction Area

Below are two of our favourite new urban developments in West Toronto. If you’d like further information on either project, we’d be happy to provide you with complete details, including floorplans and pricing.
East Junction Condos: Carleton Village
East Junction condos is a large development located just north of Dupont and Symington. Once completed (est: September 2021), this 339 unit development will include both tower and townhouse units, modern finishes and a great community. For a limited time, one parking space is included in all units over 530 square feet.
Scout: West St. Clair West
Scout is a midrise condominium project located east of Old Weston Road on St. Clair West scheduled for completion in March 2022. This development promises to continue to change the streetscape of the neighbourhood, offering a selection of comfortable-sized units. Conveniently located just east of the Stockyards, west of Corso Italia and directly on the St. Clair streetcar for easy commuting.