globeandmail - Real Estate

Video: How this older West Toronto home sold for over asking

Thu, 09 May 2013 16:53:37 -0400

Low turnover in the Richmond Gardens community made this detached, two-storey near Silvercreek Park a rare find. Accordingly, the house received multiple offers not long after nearly 30 buyers steered their way through midweek showings and another 30 dropped by during two weekend open houses.

How much for goalie Roberto Luongo's Vancouver condo? Take a look

Wed, 08 May 2013 09:25:59 -0400

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Roberto Luongo and his wife are putting their Yaletown condo up for sale. The 2,673 sq. ft. suite includes two bedrooms and three bathrooms. The asking price? $4.2-million. Here's what the listing details: "King’s Landing sub-penthouse: direct southwest water views from the floor to ceiling windows and covered outdoor terraces. High ceilings, wonderful room proportions, air conditioned, customized 2,673 sq ft two bedroom plus family room waterfront residence. Hardwood floors, superbly equipped kitchen with pantry, wine fridge, his and hers wardrobe rooms, private two car garage with storage. Outstanding amenities and attentive concierge service. Located directly on the seawall within easy walking distance to the dining and shopping conveniences of Yaletown. Very special and superb oceanfront lifestyle."

Big bang in Bloor West as home sells $100,000 over asking

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:26:44 -0400

Good neighbourhood draws a quick offer

I want to buy a rental property, but do I have to take its tenants?

Fri, 03 May 2013 18:42:13 -0400

I’m thinking of buying a rental property that is occupied by two separate tenants under lease with the current landlord. I don’t want to take on the current tenants because I plan to renovate, move into one unit and rent the other one out. How do I manage to pull this off? I’ve been told getting tenants out is really hard.

Toronto Entertainment District condo meets demand

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:52:20 -0400

Smallest unit on offer gets over-asking bid

Condo with a great view has long wait for buyer

Fri, 03 May 2013 17:12:07 -0400

'The view was stellar,' says agent

Offer bests Don Mills bungalow’s list price by $82,800

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:58:57 -0400

Conveniently located property will likely be rented out

Reduced and relisted, Bloor West home sells

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:31:59 -0400

Bad timing put house in three-way competition

Home of the Week: A home in the Republic, rejigged

Thu, 09 May 2013 17:29:49 -0400

A house in the whimsical Republic of Rathnelly bears the marks of a former architect owner

Home of the Week: Rathnelly house was architect prof's pet project

Thu, 09 May 2013 17:46:37 -0400

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Architect angles a Toronto condo for a difficult urban spot

Thu, 09 May 2013 10:37:51 -0400

Former warehouse on a rail line poses a design challenge

Condo builders push merits of concrete

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:22:22 -0400

Traditional timber frame has low cost going for it, but architects and builders are sold on concrete’s durability

Would-be buyers try letters, photos for chance at east Toronto home

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:12:25 -0400

‘It was an opportunity for families to buy their first home,’ says agent

Video: Vancouver condo sale a break-even bet for investor

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:42:46 -0400

Will McKitka from MacDonald Realty in Vancouver takes through a tour of a downtown, two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse

Home of the Week: Downtown Toronto condo aimed at entry buyers

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:45:57 -0400

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Investor breaks even on Vancouver condo sale

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:18:12 -0400

'We’ve returned to a more normal market,’ agent says

Should I buy that condo now, or wait for prices to fall?

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:10:09 -0400

With markets in flux, it’s hard to know when to jump in

Four bids for New Toronto home

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:46:16 -0400

'It had the feeling of a Bloor West Village home,’ agent says

Pre-emptive offer snags Stock Yards home

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:05:55 -0400

Semi-detached was prepped for sale

On Site: Builder serves up Kitchener condos with a Hogtown feel

Thu, 09 May 2013 16:39:35 -0400

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At Vancouver’s ‘Cold Harbour’ a neighbourhood hollows out

Fri, 03 May 2013 17:15:57 -0400

Coal Harbour’s over-abundance of part-time condo residents creates a downtown district without a heartbeat

Price adjustment finds buyer for waterfront condo

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:22:29 -0400

To enjoy the outdoor scenery and sunlight, there are floor-to-ceiling windows

Multiple offers for hard-to-get Davisville home

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:37:21 -0400

Linear park sets home apart

Home’s modern look gets Toronto buyers roused

Thu, 09 May 2013 11:03:02 -0400

Three quick offers for Seventies-styled home

On Site: Infill town homes offer an elegant entry to Forest Hill

Thu, 09 May 2013 16:17:37 -0400

Luxury townhouses offer greats views of the city in a prime urban location

Bidding war for affordable Toronto townhouse unit

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:16:56 -0400

Lower-level suite in a stacked townhouse

Home of the Week: King West digs aimed at entry buyer

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:28:37 -0400

In the heart of a thriving urban neighbourhood, a compact penthouse is priced within reach of first time homeowners

High demand = multiple offers for west end Toronto home

Thu, 09 May 2013 11:20:39 -0400

‘It’s in a really good location,’ agent says

There are too many real-estate agents! How do I choose one?

Thu, 09 May 2013 10:22:13 -0400

Looking to sell but can’t decide who to use? Here are a few things to consider

Size and noise worries hamper False Creek condo sale

Fri, 10 May 2013 14:34:07 -0400

There’s a third-level rooftop patio with a garden for vegetable growing