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Toronto Condo Sales Tank, but Is This Opportunity? | MrHunter.ca
Slide 1 – Hook “Toronto condo buyers paused in November—and the numbers quietly show why.” Slide 2 – What Changed “Condo sales dropped 22%, with prices slipping to about $663K GTA-wide.” Slide 3 – Hidden Shift “Under-35 buyers are stepping in, using rate cuts and better negotiation power.” Slide 5 – The Real Problem “Tiny…
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Toronto Housing Enters a Wait-and-See 2026 | MrHunter.ca
Toronto’s housing market is expected to remain cautious in 2026, with buyer activity limited by economic and job-security uncertainty. Prices are forecast to stay under pressure, pointing to stabilization or modest declines rather than a strong rebound. Lower interest rates should gradually improve affordability, but confidence will determine how quickly demand returns. Overall, 2026 is…
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Homebuyers Enjoy More Negotiation Power in Greater Toronto Area
Nearly 80% of homes in the Greater Toronto Area sold below asking price last month, with 97% of neighborhoods experiencing underbidding. Only 3% saw overbidding, mostly in more affordable areas with median prices under $1 million. The average home price dropped 6.4% to about $1.04 million. High-priced neighborhoods like Oakville and King saw the most…
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Opportunities Emerge as GTA, GGH Home Market Evolves
Housing starts in the Greater Toronto Area and Greater Golden Horseshoe dropped 34% in early 2025, with condo starts plunging 51%, while purpose-built rental starts rose 42%. Residential construction job losses are mounting, with 35,377 fewer person-years of employment. High taxes, making up 36% of new home costs, are a major factor. The struggling market…
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Toronto Rent Becomes More Affordable with 4% Decrease
The average rent for two-bedroom apartments in Toronto dropped 3.9% to $2,720 in Q3 2025, continuing a downward trend since peaking at $2,920 in late 2023. This decline may be due to more rental units available, a weak home resale market, and fewer non-permanent residents. Similar rent decreases occurred in Vancouver and Montreal, with tenants…
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Renter Survey Highlights Creative Solutions to Affordability Challenges
A survey reveals 62% of Canadian renters spend over 30% of their income on rent, rising to 70% in Toronto. Rent increases affect 63% of respondents, intensifying financial strain. High rent prices are the top challenge for 69%, surpassing concerns about supply or scams. Renters aged 25-34 and 35-54 face significant affordability pressures, with many…
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Toronto Homebuyers Gain More Opportunities in 2025 Market
Toronto experienced the largest home price decline among major Canadian cities in 2025, with a 5% drop year-over-year. Nationally, the housing market saw its first annual price decline since mid-2023, falling 1%, with condos dropping 6%. Detached homes remained stable, while row, townhouses, and semi-detached homes declined by 1% and 2%, respectively. Some cities, like…
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Toronto Homebuyers Enjoy More Affordable Prices and Options
Toronto's housing market remains weak with November home sales down 15.8% year-over-year and average prices falling 6.4% to just above $1 million. New listings dropped 4%, but active inventory rose 16.8%. Sales declined across all property types, notably condos, which fell 21.7%. Despite interest rate cuts, economic concerns and trade uncertainties continue to dampen buyer…
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3% Vacancy Changes Toronto’s Rental Game | MrHunter.ca
Toronto’s purpose-built vacancy hit 3% for first time since pandemic. Immigration slowdown and fewer international students reduced rental demand. Condo rental vacancies stayed tight at just 1%. Turnover rents declined, improving renter mobility across the city. Turnover rates climbed to 8.7%, ending record lows.
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4 Ways to Strengthen Your Mortgage Application as a First-Time Homebuyer
First-time homebuyers can improve mortgage approval chances by focusing on four key areas: enhancing credit scores by correcting errors and reducing debt; managing debt-to-income ratio and building savings; obtaining mortgage pre-approval with verified financial documents; and exploring suitable loan programs like FHA, VA, or USDA loans. Shopping around and considering assistance programs can also make…
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