Jason Walker Real Estate in Toronto

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The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market experienced a transitionary year in 2024. Annual sales were up slightly compared to 2023, and new listings were up significantly year-over-year. Buyers benefited from substantial negotiating power on price, especially in the condominium apartment market. Average selling prices in 2024 dipped in comparison to 2023 as a result. “Borrowing costs were top of mind for home buyers in 2024. High interest rates presented significant affordability hurdles and kept home sales well below the norm. The housing market did benefit from substantial Bank of Canada rate cuts in the second half of the year, including two large back-to-back reductions. All else being equal, further rate cuts in 2025 and home prices remaining below their historic peaks should result in improved market conditions over the next 12 months,” said the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) President Elechia Barry-Sproule. Annual 2024 home sales amounted to 67,610 – up by 2.6 pe...

**An Exceptional Chaplin Estates Rental Opportunity** Completely Renovated And Loaded With Character & Charm. Hardwood Floors, Gas Fireplace, 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths With Radiant Heated Floors, Pot Lights, Built-In Closet Organizers, Ensuite Laundry. Chef's Kitchen Perfect For Entertaining. Approx. 1200 Sq. Ft, 1 Parking Spot, Backing Onto Beltline Trail, Walk To Subway. A Fantastic Mid-Town Executive Rental, Nothing To Do But Move In & Unpack. A Great Condo Alternative!

***Extremely Rare 'Architecturally Designed' Bayview Village Gem*** Situated on a huge oversized private lot with over 9,500 sq. ft. of land, quiet crescent location steps to Bayview Village, subway, community centre, YMCA, parks, trails & schools. Spacious eat-in kitchen with walkout to covered veranda perfect for enjoying long summer days rain or shine, separate family room with 2 piece on main floor easy to covert to an in-law suite. Bright and spacious with large oversized skylight, terrific flow. So many options: renovate to taste, top up, rent out or build your dream home! Generous sized garage able to support a car lift. Not your typical Bayview Village home as it has a BONUS 5 ft. crawl space that could be easily dug down to create a huge lower level living space.