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VINEYARDS TOWNHOMES PRICED FROM $749,000 AVAILABLE NOW Built with quality, integrity and innovation. Exceptional nishes inside and out. www.the-vineyards.ca sales@the-vineyards.ca519-900-2757 A collection of luxury townhomes in a forested setting. Enhanced architectural details Luxury standard nishes On-trend designer details
001 519 885 0200 Jeanette Schmidt Sales Representative 519 729 0320 jschmidt@kw-homes.com Troy BrokerSchmidt 519 729 2002 troy@schmidtteam.ca Since 2012 1 $899,000 IMMACULATELY MAINTAINED Captivating 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home featuring over 2700 sq ft of living space right next door to Forfar Park. Traditional foorplan w/spacious kitchen ft granite counters, breakfast area and family room w/vaulted ceilings. Formal living room w/adjoining dining room, perfect for entertaining. Main foor primary bedroom w/ensuite privilege. 2 additional bedrooms on 2nd foor w/3pc bath. Fully fnished lower level. MLS® $899,000 SPACIOUS HOME ON MATURE LOT 3 bedroom, 2 Bath, 1,728 sqft plus residence offers an immensely comfortable interior with tons of customization possibilities. Approaching the property, you are welcomed with beautiful tree-lined streets, professional landscaping, perennial fowerbeds, and fagstone patio and walkways. Custom built by Schnarr Craftsmen, the home features a 5-level side-split foorplan with an entertainment-ready design, a large living room, a main-level 3-piece bathroom, and a formal dining room. The kitchen overlooks the family room, which has a foor-to-ceiling stone gas freplace and sliding glass doors to the outdoor space w/fagstone patio. Three abundantly sized bedrooms and a 5-piece bathroom are nestled on the top-level, while one bedroom also has access to a deck. Ready for your imagination, the partially-fnished basement has a rec room, tons of room for personalization, a cold room, a storage room, utility room, laundry room, and closets. MLS® Selling Waterloo Region Since 1986!
2 EDITORS NOTE CONTENTSCopyright©2022 All rights reserved. Reproduction of any article, photographs or artwork without permission from the Publisher is strictly prohibited. Advertisements published in HOMES+ Magazine are supplied solely by the advertiser and the Publisher accepts no responsibility for opinions expressed in advertisements or for copyright issue with respect to them. REAL ESTATE 06 Cover Showcase 629 Sawmill Rd. Bloomingdale 28 Have Faith On Our Real Estate Market by Julie Martin 47 4 Tips to Buying Your First Home After Divorce by Maggie Horsburg RENO & DECOR 38 Keeping Your Garden Looking Good In The Fall by Trina Stewart LIFE STYLE 26 Goodbye Summer, Hello School by Emilija Perisic 33 BBQ Blue Marble Cake by Jannell Lo 40 Speedy SmoothieBreakfast If this past season had an anthem, Canadian country music group Tim and Glory Boy’s Summer Song “Float” certainly strikes the right chord. And while my summer had many high notes, I’m ready for a less chaotic Autumn. From what I hear, I’m not alone. For many of us, the colour infused days of Fall are an ideal time to catch one’s breath and slow the tempo before we coast into the holiday season take over. Fall is also a period when we turn our attention back to our homes and enjoy a little decorative daydreaming and renovations. We composed this issue to inspire both. Editor trina@homesplusmagazine.com 550 HOMES SOLD down 32.8% from July 2021 $842,241 AVERAGE PRICE FOR DETACHED HOME down 6% from July 2021 18 DAYS ON MARKET 7 more than July 2021 SOLD $ JULY ReportMarket Throughout this issue, you’ll find tips on making your fall garden fab after the flowers have disappeared, a breakfast smoothie to give your body the “back to normal” energy it requires, and even a Labour Day weekend BBQ Blueberry Bundt Cake recipe provided by our friends at Broil King. Enjoy! We hope these pages are as inspiring as the Autumn season itself. Trina Stewart * Provided by The Waterloo Region Association of Realtors ® * Want to be contributor?a CONTACT US
Promoting reforestation around the globe. Partnered with For advertising information 519 725 1631 info@homesplusmagazine.com www.homesplusmagazine.com COVERING THE REGION OF WATERLOO & WELLINGTON COUNTY Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Elmira, St. Jacobs, Heidelberg, St. Clements, Conestogo, West Montrose, Wellesley, St. Agatha, Plattsville, Baden, New Hamburg, New Dundee, Roseville, Ayr, Breslau & Maryhill Brad & Alissa McGill Trina JohnPatti-AnneEmilijaTrinaAlissaBrendanAlexSteveJackieStewartDiazSinghMartinBradingMcGillStewartPerisicFitzpatrickThompsonDESIGNPUBLISHERSEDITORLEAD SALES & MARKETING DIGITAL DEVELOPERS PRODUCTION & PHOTOGRAPHYDISTRIBUTION VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE! Don’t forget to follow us @HOMES PLUS MAGAZINE HOMESPLUSMAGAZINE.COM EDITOR’S PICKS Clean Living In today’s modern world, many Canadians attempt to live a clean lifestyle - whether that be keeping your home free of germs and bacteria, eating clean foods, or protecting the environment. With Grohe’s Clean Technology, it makes clean living effortless. grohe.ca Hands-Free Technology iRobot offers the perfect home assistants that will leave you with a sparkling clean home, all at the push of a button. Roomba s9+ ($1,299.99 CAD) with its ground-breaking technology and a sophisticated design, offers the deepest clean yet with an advanced 3D sensor and PerfectEdge Technology. Forget about vacuuming for months at a time with the Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal that allows the s9+ to empty itself for up to 60 days. The Anti-Allergen System traps and locks dirt, debris and allergens from escaping from the robot or its Clean Base. irobot.ca Local Entertainment Ticket price: $20.00 - $115.00 (+ applicable fees & charges) theaud.ca 3
jack@jackfitzgerald.ca | www.jackfitzgerald.ca | 519 885 0200 JACK FITZGERALD Sales Representative 4 Buying opportunities are popping up. Buy, Price & Sell with confidence! SOLD 989 LANGS CIRCLE16 BURLINGTON ST.
5 PENNY MAILLETTE BSc, CIPS Sales penny@pennymaillette.comRepresentativewww.pennymaillette.com 519-897-0300 I can answer your real estate questions! Contact me and I’ll return your message as soon as possible. I look forward to hearing from you! Ready to talk Real Estate? Penny Maillette will help you achieve or exceed your real estate goals, by providing you with extraordinary quality of service in the buying and selling of real estate. Professionalism, integrity, honesty and truth are the cornerstones of her business. COMING SOON 123 PARTRIDGE WATERLOO Rare offering of a backsplit home within walking distance of Laurel Creek, trails, restaurants, schools, and Waterloo University. This solid brick backsplit provides 4 levels of living space, 2 car garage, and a wonderful backyard with a deck and pool. MLS®
140 ACRES$9,000,000629 SAWMILL RD. BLOOMINGDALE, ON MIKEBOLGER 519 616 2656 www.mikebolger.camike.bolger@chestnutparkwest.ca • 140 acres • Equine Facility • Located on Grand River • Geothermal • ICF construction • Income $74,000/year • Lawn irrigation system 755 • Natural gas to property • 2 wells • 4 beds upper with ensuites plus one powder room • Basement full inlaw/duplex dwelling with one bath plus bedroom • Private Pond • 17 KwH Generac Generator EQUINE FACILITY ICF CONSTRUCTION/GEOTHERMAL FARMABLE LANDGRAND RIVER 4,200 sqft HOME 6
00 UNIVERSITY STREET SHOPS PLAZA ION TRANSITRAIL WATERLOOPARK UNIVERSITYWATERLOOOF UPTOWN WATERLOO 2 KM #1 LOCATION IN WATERLOO Located across the street from one of Canada’s most prestigious UniversitiesThe University of Waterloo Minutes away from Uptown Waterloo, and just steps to the new LRT system, living at Society145 GET IN TOUCH OFFERINGALSOCOMMERCIAL THE SHOPS AT WATERLOO TOWN SQUARE 75 King St. S. #50, Waterloo, ON N2J 1P2 DIRECT: 519 616 2656 $1,600,000 33 YOUNG ST. E. WATERLOO A free-standing building for sale in a diverse and vibrant area of the Uptown Waterloo. Currently set-up as a mixed-use property. The main and lower levels of the building offers an elegant open concept layout with a private offce and 7 workstations with small kitchenette and a washroom. The upper foor is a residential, fully licensed, three-bedroom and a fullbathroom apartment. There are seven dedicated parking spaces for the commercial unit. The key note is that the home can either be utilized as a Duplex, Single Family Home or a Full Commercial Space. 21$849,900CAMBRIDGE AV. KITCHENER 340$999,900BEECHLAWN DR. WATERLOO VISIT www.mikebolger.caVISIT WWW.MIKEBOLGER.CA 5 23 3 11 2 UNIT 2 UNIT 1 PRESALESOCIETY$549,900145CONDO139 GLASGOW ST. KITCHENER 9D39D 11 11 605 sqft 796 sqft $459,900$459,900 7
56 VALLEYSCAPE DR. $1,899,000 46 PAIGE STREET $2,650,000 1123 NOTRE DAME RD. $2,700,000 Daniela Burca Letitia Frazer Emil Burca Sales Representative Sales Representative Broker 519-502-5737 23 MCCABE COURT $949,000 484 ROBERT FERRIE $799,900 For Sale 8
00 Heritage House Ltd. BROKERAGE Independently Owned & Operated 8-300 Gage Ave Kitchener 519 888 9977 CHECK OUR WEBSITE www.TheRedCarpetCrew.com FOR OUR LATEST LISTINGS Follow @TheRedCarpetCrew RED HOT Lising! RED HOT Lising! $500,000 STUNNING UPPER LEVEL CORNER UNIT WITH AMAZING VIEWS Just steps from Riverside Park this 1,235 sqft executive condo is spectacular! Open Concept Living/ Dining/Kitchen and Bedrooms. Very spacious unit offers a number of lovely updates, 2 bdrms, 2 baths, rich hardwood & neutral tile fooring throughout, insuite laundry, balcony, 2 storage units, u-ground parking & fabulous building amenities including indoor pool, sauna, hot tub, exercise room, party room & more. MLS® $775,000www.RedCarpetCondo.comOWNADETACHEDHOMEJUST10MINUTESFROMWATERLOO Backsplit in the peaceful village of St. Clements. Living room on the main foor and a large family room w/walk-out on the next level down, to the outdoors in the spacious 71’x200’ yard. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths & 4 foors of fn’d living space. There is room for your family, friends, pets, vehicles and hobbies in this family home! 2 cozy woodstoves (one is woodburning and one is gas), recently installed fooring gives a nice update to the large neutral space. MLS® www.RedCarpetOnHerrgott.com WE WILL FORMULATE A CUSTOMIZED FAILSAFE MARKETING PLAN TO HELP YOU GET TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR HOME. Call us today!We’re Raising the Standard of Your Real Estate Experience! Julie D. Martin Real Estate Broker The Red Carpet Crew Team Leader THINKING OF SELLING in the Fall Market ? Roger Martin Real Estate RedMortgageSalespersonAgentCarpetRenovatorsTeamLeader 9 Looking forward toNEXT YEAR! THANK to all who came out to our movie night! The kids loved their balloon animals, the Classical Martial Arts Centre demonstration was excellent, the snacks were so tasty and Mary Poppins was delightful. We had a great time meeting and hosting you. ÿøû
00 00 Steve Bailey BROKER & MA NAGING PARTNER STEVE@SOLDBYBAILEY.COM | @SOLDBYBAILEYTHE BAILEY TEAM NOT INTENDED TO SOLICIT PROPERTIES UNDER CONTRACT WITH A BROKERAGE. EACH OFFICE INDEPENTELY OWNED AND OPERATED. THE AGENCY, BADEN 8 FOUNDRY STREET BADEN, ON, N3A @THEAGENCYWATERLOOREGION519.208.14442P5 THE AGENCY, KITCHENER 417 KING STREET W, UNIT B1 KITCHENER, ON, N2G 1C2 @THEAGENCYWATERLOOREGION519.208.1444 THE AGENCY, OAKVILLE 136 CHURCH STREET, OAKVILLE, ON, L6J 1M9 @THEAGENCYOAKVILLE905.636.0045 THE AGENCY, MUSKOKA 72 MANITOBA STREET, BRACEBRIDGE, ON, PIL 2B4 @THEAGENCYMUSKOKA705.646.2444 THE AGENCY, BRANTFORD 11 -20 ROY BOULEVARD, BRANTFORD ON N3R 7K2 @THEAGENCYBRANTFORD519.304.1803 PT LT 11 Gore , Puslinch MLS® Build your dream home in Puslinch Listed At $1,250,000 111 Maple Street, Drayton MLS® Sunlight Heritage Homes Oxford Model 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | Listed At $985,900 59 Waffer Crescent,Cambridge MLS® Meticulously maintained East Galt Home 3 Beds | 3 Baths | Listed At $875,000 11 Cardigan Place, Stoney Creek MLS® Stunning Stoney Creek Executive Home 5 Beds | 4 Baths | Listed At $1,950,000 1D-185 Windale Cres, Kitchener MLS® Attention Investors & First Time Buyers. 1 Beds | 1 Baths | Listed At $349,900 300 Joseph Schoerg Crescent, Kitchener MLS® 5 Beds | 6 Baths | Listed At $3,750,000 1300 Caen Avenue , Woodstock MLS® 4 Beds | 3 Baths | Listed at $875,000 901 Fall Harvest Court, Kitchener MLS® Custom Designed Grason Home 4 Beds | 3 Baths | Listed At $2,650,000 41 Deer Ridge Crescent, Kitchener MLS® Elegant & Timeless Deer Ridge Estate 5 Beds | 6 Baths | Listed At $3,100,000 643 Regal Place, Waterloo MLS® Stunning Chateau-Style Waterloo home 4 Beds | 5 Baths | Listed At $3,875,000 92 Maple Street, Drayton MLS® Sunlight Heritage Homes Oxford IIModel 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | Listed At $1,089,000 424-404 King St. W, Kitchener MLS® Historic Kaufman Lot 2 Bedroom Unit. 2 Beds | 1 Baths | Listed At $650,000 NEWLISTING! NEWLISTING! NEWLISTING!
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BRESLAU HOME, QUALITY-BUILT BY THOMASFIELD Loaded w/upgrades. 2 Sheds. Rec room w/wet bar & bdrm. 3 bdrms on the upper foor. MLS®
Owner is willing to lease back for 1 - 5-year term. Solidly built all brick & maintenance free exterior, lovely 3-bdrm bungalow. Great open layout, main foor hardwood & walkout to large grilling deck. Nicely fn’d rec-room w/3 pc bath. Call Realtor direct for lease terms. EXCL
INVESTORS OR FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS Near maintenance free all brick bungalow with effcient infoor heating system located in central Forest Hill/West Kitchener family friendly neighbourhood. Walking distance to schools & amenities. Parking for 4 cars. Don’t miss this op portunity to own your own home or great piece to invest. MLS® FOR INVESTORS!
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FRIENDLY NEIGHBOURHOOD! 4 bed family home in Kitchener West/ Forest Heights. Home needs some TLC. w/hrdwd frs. private backyard. Close to schools and shops. MLS® HURON PARK! Home w/many upgrades, hrdwd fring, & open concept. Modern kitchen, S/S appls. Upper lvl laundry & 3 beds. Close to amenities. MLS® ALL BRICK BUNGALOW Fully customized w/top-of-the-line quality features. 2,300 sqft, main wood frs. Fully fnished bsmnt. MLS®
00 CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT TODAY! • FREE NO OBLIGATION MARKET EVALUATION! CHARLES DOERING SALES REPRESENTATIVE ABR, SRS, SRES, CNE YOUR REAL ESTATE GPS 519 496 7747 Charles@DoeringRealty.ca | www.DoeringRealty.ca 519 579 4110 PLATINUM CLUB 7 Consecutive Years of 100% Club Award INVESTMENT • RECREATIONAL • RESIDENTIAL CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT TODAY! FREE NO OBLIGATION MARKET EVALUATION! FAMILY-FRIENDLY NEIGHBOURHOOD! .504 acres vacant fenced property adjacent to 115 Clarke Road also known as 7 Chaterhouse Crescent. There is 8’ x 40’ Offce Trailer onsite and included. Detached 20’ x 20’ storage garage with concrete foor. Which is ideal for additional vehicle storage. Great investment opportunity, call for details. MLS® BEAUTIFUL HOME W/ACCESSIBILITY IN BADEN Main foor with 9’ ceilings. Kitchen w/island & walkout to deck. 4 bdrms, 3 baths. Master suite w/luxury ensuite & w-in closet. Bsmnt fully ren’d w/separate entrance (R3 zoning). Accessibility, elevator, roll in shower. Large detached. MLS® FAMILY HOME IN WOODSTOCK Open concept hrdwd frs & a gas FP which overlooks the kitchen/dining room & walk-out to deck. Main foor feat. master bdrm w/ensuite bath, 2nd bdrm & laundry room. Lwr lvl fn’d rec-room, 3rd bdrm, work shop, & 3-pc bath. MLS® ATTENTION INVESTORS Great location, great curb appeal, great project to realize an opportunity to own a solid investment. 460 Wellington St N Kitchener, Home is an estate sale. MLS® BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ON THIS 11.2 OR 21.4 ACRE PROPERTIES Backing onto thousands of acres of crown land. Pick your building site on this mature lot. Huge natural ponds, creeks & trails near by. Builder plans available, many models to choose from. Access to Hwy17 via Hwy 539. Mins to Warren, only 30 mins to Sturgeon Falls & mins to lakes including Lake Nipissing. MLS®
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519 589 SADLERREALTY.CA3521 1331 COUNTRYSTONE DR. UNIT A15, KITCHENER155 FRONT ST. UNIT 401. SARNIA 61-71 GARTH MASSEY DR. CAMBRIDGE Just Lised!Investors Dream! Now Leasing! Q CONDO PROJECT Available Now! This 34 storey, 239-unit luxury condo development is already creating a ton of buzz in the region. Located beside Goudie’s Lane and set atop the historical Economical Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Berlin (now Economical Insurance) building, Momentum Developments plans to preserve the integrity of the 106-year-old building and infuse more life into the downtown core. The Q will feature a 2000 sqft. (public) performance space, gym, lounge/party room, outdoor terrace, and golf/sports simulator. From the team that brought you beautiful modern condos such as: • CHARLIE WEST– 24 Charles Street, Kitchener • GARMENT STREET CONDOS – 120 Victoria St. S, Kitchener • THE GLOVEBOX – 120 Victoria St. S, Kitchener Q CONDOS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR SALE - GET IN TOUCH TODAY! 12 Beautiful Custom Built Homes with Premium Finishes! Just 40 min Outside Kitchener-Waterloo Lots Available!IN MILVERTON
WYLDWOODS - KITCHENER Stately bungalow on almost 2 acres of private park-like grounds backing protected Pinnacle Hill Natural Area. 2+2 bed, 3 bath w/3,760 sqft of living space w/walk-out bsmt. Modern kitchen w/granite, living room w/gas FP, 4-season sunroom w/foorto-ceiling windows. Backyard retreat w/landscaping, gardens & raised deck. SOLD SOLD
SOUTH PARKWOOD ESTATES - ELMIRA Better than new executive home (built 2017), offering 4 beds 3 baths & 2,490 sqft. Dream kitchen w/quartz, great room w/electric freplace & ledgestone surround, lavish primary w/vaulted ceilings. Engineered hardwood, designer lights & so much more. Incredible curb appeal w/covered deck w/privacy wall. MLS ®
519.841.6511 BECKY DEUTSCHMANN* 519.841.6511 DREW DICKINSON* 519.500.2805 519.841.6511INFO@ELITERE.CA|ELITERE.CA BECKY DEUTSCHMANN & DREW DICKINSON *REAL ESTATE SALES REPRESENTATIVE CARRIAGE CROSSING Gorgeous custom built Milla home home in the highly coveted Carriage Crossing. Offering approx. 5,000 sqft of luxurious living space, w/4+1 bed 5 baths. Featuring dream kitchen w/granite countertops & premium appliances, great room gas FP & custom built-ins, formal living room & dining room. MLS® $1,145,000 BEECHWOOD FOREST Incredible family home backing onto green space w/extra-deep, tranquil backyard retreat. 3 beds, 3 baths home w/over 2,300 sqft of fnished living space. Updated kitchen w/quartz counters, & great room w/freplace. Backyard retreat w/lush gardens, pond & mature trees. MLS® $1,895,000 RIVER RIDGE Elegant executive home backing green space & the Grand River on an oversized lot. Offering 5 beds, 4 baths & 3,182 sqft of luxurious living space. Grand foyer, kitchen w/soapstone counters, lg center island & great room w/gas FP. Main foor offce/ den. Lavish primary suite w/spa-like ensuite. Professional landscaping & more. MLS ®
$999,900 GEORGIAN BLUFFS Build your dream home or cottage on this incredible 0.64acre waterfront building lot on beautiful Georgian Bay. Premium lot slopes gently to pristine Colpoy’s Bay. Fully serviced & situated amongst a small community of fne estates, conveniently located near Wiarton for all amenities. EXCL $525,000 GARMENT STREET CONDOS Rare Opportunity to purchase at the already SOLD OUT Garment Street Condos, in downtown Kitchener’s Innovation District. Featuring 1 bed, 1 bath “Architect’s Pick” w/605 sqft of modern living space. $17,000 in upgrades, state-of-the-art amenities & 1 underground parking spot. MLS ® $2,495,000 COLONIAL ACRES for the 1st time in Colonial Acres, on over a half-acre of park-like grounds, 4 beds, 6 baths over 6,262 sqft space, kitchen w/granite, formal dining & living room. Luxurious primary suite w/ensuite & 2 walk-in closets. Partially fn’d bsmt w/ potential for in-law. Stunning curb appeal, landscaped grounds & gardens. MLS®
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DON’T LIKE WHERE YOU ARE? MOVE. YOU’RE NOT A TREE UNLOCK YOUR DREAM My real estate experience touches all aspects of selling and purchasing. I have many years of experience and dedication to the industry. I was fortunate enough to work with custom home builders, investors and my very special repeat clientele and referrals, to sustain an excellent level of opportunity to survive in this industry. Well educated and current in all aspects of the real estate market, including ethical and moral conduct, I understand that market trends is key to a successful transaction. BëssASSIMACOPOULOS-MARKOU direct 519 588 1834 office 519 885 0200 markou123@rogers.com | www.bessliving.com SELLING SINCE 1985 Bess Living Sells RE / MAX Twin City Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated 14
ANGELA BAAS Sales Rep. ASA, CNE, ABR, angela@angelabaas.comREMSwww.angelabaas.com KRISTA JONKER Broker, SRES, CNE, krista@kristajonker.comLUXEwww.kristajonker.com KIM ADEMA TOPP Broker, Home Stager, SRES, CNE, LUXE www.kimtopphomes.comkim@kimtopphomes.com Hire Confidencewith $1,249,000 5584 DEBORAH GLAISTER LINE, WELLESLY Formerly a Presbyterian church built in 1865 converted to a home. 4 bed, 2 bath home, +2,900 sqft living space, four season sunroom, just under an acre with large spring fed pond. 5 minutes to Wellesley, 20 mins to Waterloo. MLS® Contact Angela $5,499,000 4426 WILMOT EASTHOPE RD, NEW HAMBURG Springburn Farm, 100-acre estate property. Unique blend of modern luxury living & peaceful cottage. Fully stocked swim-pond, gourmet kitchen, primary bedroom, oasis ensuite. MLS® Contact Angela & Kim Call Us 519.747.2040TodayWOLLE REALTY, BROKERAGE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED 15 For Sale For Sale ForForSoldSaleSaleFor Sale ForSoldSale$965,000 292 THORNCREST DRIVE, WATERLOO 3 beds, 3 baths w/+2,000 sqft living space. Living room with gas freplace, eat-in kitchen with sliders to deck overlooking mature trees, rec room. Near to schools, Universities, St. Jacob’s Farmer’s Market & Waterloo Tech Park. MLS® Contact Angela $1,590,000 53 MITCHELL ST, NEW DUNDEE Located on Alder Lake this gorgeous 2+2 bed bungalow with 3 full baths, double garage, main foor offce, walk-out fnished basement & huge deck overlooking lake. Access to the lake. Great access to 401, 15 minutes to Kitchener. MLS® Contact Krista $879,900 252 CAMERON ST N, KITCHENER 4 bedroom 3 bath home. Updated kitchen, loft primary bedroom & ensuite bath constructed by Menno Martin. LR with wood burning freplace. Finished basement with rec room with freplace, 2 pc bath. Steps away from St. Anne School. MLS® Contact Angela $1,549,000 28 HALEY CT. W. MONTROSE Spacious 2 storey home in West Montrose sitting on .571 acre with +3,000 sqft offering 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, family room with stone freplace, sun room, swimming pool, hot tub, pool bar & pool house. MLS® Contact Angela 5-691 COLUMBIA FOREST BLVD, WATERLOO 3 bed, 3 baths 2 storey condo. Open concept main foor with cathedral ceiling, skylights & more. Upper foor features primary bedroom with cheater ensuite bathroom & 2nd bedroom. Walk-out basement to second deck. MLS® Contact Angela $465,000 707-3227 KING ST. E, KITCHENER Move-in-ready bright & fully renovated 2 bed 2 bath condo in the popular Regency building features insuite laundry, underground parking, 4-pc ensuite and walk-in closet. Amenities include a pool, gym, library & more! Close to the 401. MLS® Contact Kim 108-3227 KING ST. E, KITCHENER 2 bed, 2 bath open layout condo with in-suite laundry & key fob entry. Main foor unit is a short walk down the hall from the main entrance. Main foor amenities including indoor pool, library, & peaceful back patio area surrounded by mature trees. MLS® Contact Kim For Sale
16 245 GOLF COURSE RD, CONESTOGO $1,849,000 This gorgeous 2-storey home backing onto Conestoga Golf Course. 3 car garage + workshop. 4,800+ sqft, blending classic architectural styling w/premium fnishes & plenty of privacy. MLS® 76 MEADOWRIDGE ST. KITCHENER $849,900 Welcome HOME to this beautiful freehold 3 bed, 2.5 bath townhome, nestled in highly soughtafter Doon South neighbourhood in Kitchener. Walking distance to Groh Public School. MLS® 7-415 MORGAN AV. KITCHENER $399,900 End-unit Townhouse 3 bed & 2 baths Freshly renovated from top to bottom! Remodeled with high-end fnishes, bright new kitchen w/white cabinets, SS appls, quartz counter-tops. MLS® *** Broker of Record ** Broker ± Licensed Partner * Advisor §Admin PIONEERPARK CONESTOGO CHICOPEE WATERLOO REGION BROKERAGE DENNIS MEHRAVAR***± @evrealestate.comdennis.mehravar519-498-1229 NIK POULIMENOS ** ± @evrealestate.com519-503-0442nik.poulimenos EMMA YU ** ± @evrealestate.com519-722-9518emma.yu SHARON PARSONS * @evrealestate.com519-500-1993sharon.parsons DANA MEHRAVAR § 519-800-0080dana.mehravar @evrealestate.com PREET SAHOTA * @evrealestate.com226-972-8701preet.sahota MELODY ESFAHANI * @evrealestate.com226-979-0805melody.esfahani TABITHA ROURKE ** @evrealestate.com519-496-4219tabitha.rourke MELODIE MENSCH ** @evrealestate.commelodie.mensch519-591-4450 TIFFANY SCHADE * 519-998-7714 @evrealestate.comtiffany.schade VICTORIA PARSONS * 226-220-0607 victoria.parsons @evrealestate.com SIMMI BAJWA * @evrealestate.com226-606-4598simmi.bajwa CHRIS XI * @evrealestate.com226-201-3610chris.xi ZAMONA KHAN § 519-800-0080 zamona.khan @evrealestate.com CASSIE LY § 519-800-0080 cassie.ly @evrealestate.com HOLLY MISTRY § 519-800-0080 executiveadmin @evwaterlooregion.com MARINA GASPAR § 519-800-0080 @evrealestate.comadmin
Move-in ready two Storey 3 bed/3 bath detached home with double car garage. Fully fenced backyard. Located with easy access to the highway, the Boardwalk & buses. MLS®
Gorgeous detached bungalow. 3 spacious bdrms a beautiful primary with 3 piece en-suite & walk in closet, and a open concept full fnished basement with 3 piece bath, bed and lots of space! MLS® 1-11 GRAND RIVER BLVD, KITCHENER $570,000 Gorgeous 2-storey townhouse in Chicopee Hills! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1 parking spaces and a fnished basement. Convenient location to schools, shopping and quick & easy access to 401. MLS® 532 NATHALIE ST. KITCHENER $1,149,900 This Brand-New 2,130 sqft 2 Storey Activa Built with WALK OUT basement sits on a pie shaped premium lot. Loads of upgrades. Fast access to HWY. Shows better than a Model Home. MLS® 573 MARL MEADOW CRES, KITCHENER $1,342,800 3+2 bdrm, 4 bath home w/3,600+ sqft of living space Double height family room, after. High Demand location! Lots of upgrades & on premium walk-out lot backing to protect forest. MLS® Engel & Völkers Waterloo - 80 King St S Suite 105, Waterloo, ON N2J 1P5 (519) 800-0080 TRUSSLER VICTORIAHILLS BEECHWOODFOREST CHICOPEE HERITAGEHOME WESTMOUNTPORTROWAN BRIGADOONGUELPH DOONHURONSOUTHCENTREVILLECHICOPEE SOLD 41 LEMON STREET, GUELPH $2,950,000 St. George’s Park has distinguished itself as one of Guelph’s most prestigious neighbourhoods. +$675,000 in upgrades in this 2 storey solid brick estate. Sitting on a third of an acre. MLS®
Stately, one of a kind home in Waterloo’s fnest neighbourhood. The massive 99 ft x 162 premium lot w/sunlight for days. Salt-water pool w/shallow steps & waterfall features. MLS®
94 NORTH HILL PL, KITCHENER $1,745,000 Country living in the city with this 0.99 acre lot w/ det'd workshop! Enjoy over 2,453 sqft in this wellappointed home backing onto protected green space. Custom built home with fn'd bsmnt. MLS®
90 CHURCH ST, KITCHENER $1,199,800
Designed as a "Heritage" home, Italianate 10ft ceiling on main & upper lvl. Built in 1879, separate coach house are among only a few city buildings continuously for more than a century. MLS®
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Attention 1st time home buyers or investor. Well kept end unit townhouse w/walk-out basement, updated kitchen, 3 beds, 2 baths and more. Fin'd w-out basement w/in-law potential. MLS®
201 OPRINGTON PL. KITCHENER $899,900
126-51 PAULANDER DR, WATERLOO $550,000
31 REISTWOOD DR, KITCHENER $1,438,800 Beautiful 2 years young all brick 2 storey built by Heathwood Homes with stunning curb appeal in a Family Oriented Neighbourhood. All high-end window coverings. +3400 sqft of living space. MLS®
84 ROOSEVELT, WATERLOO $2,650,000
364 ROBERT FERRIE DR, KITCHENER $1,400,000 Expect to be impressed by this spectacular home! Overt 4,200 sqft meticulously maintained home, has everything you need and more. Close to the hwy, schools and all amenities. MLS®
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Sold Sold Listed LUBINSKY 519 . 895 . 6120 lisalubisnky@hotmail.comlistedwithlisa.ca 2020 - 2021 2017 2019 Beautiful, well cared for, two story brick home with premium walk out lot, backing onto green space in Beechwood South Waterloo!!! 20 191 CASTLEGATE CRESCENT, WATERLOO Lisa Real Estate... IT’S MY PASSION! 4 BED | 3 + 1 BATH 101-17 KAY CRESCENT, GUELPH 546 BUCKINGHAM BLVD. WATERLOO
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16 NOVAK NIKOLIC & KRISTI SCHOUT Sales Representatives Waterloo,75novakkwhomes@gmail.comnovaknikolic.com519.591.8057KingStreetSouth,Unit50,ONN2J1P2 REALTY SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO LIMITED, BROKERAGE HOW WILL OUR EXPERT TEAM HELP YOU SELL YOUR HOME? • Complimentary Staging Consultation • Highest quality photos, videos & virtual tours • Maximum exposure across Waterloo Region and the Greater Toronto Area • Constant Communication with clients Real Estate Team CALL US FOR HOMECOMPLIMENTARYAEVALUATION
Outstanding quality and sumptuous finishes are in evidence throughout this magnificent custom-built residence. Built to last and outfitted in a manner fit for the most discerning of buyers, 44 Peter Street sets the tone quickly with its soaring ceiling heights, 8’ solid wood doors, acres of granite counters, heated natural stone and beautiful walnut hardwood flooring, and an intricately-designed stone mantelpiece surrounding the wood-burning fireplace. SALE
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This attractive yellow brick West Galt bungalow occupies a gracious 60-foot lot on a quiet side street, only five minutes from Downtown Galt’s restaurants, shops, bars and market, just seconds up the road from the amenities of the Westgate Centre, and steps across the street from Southwood Secondary. A wonderfully kept and nicely decorated two-plusone bedroom home; ideal for any young family, investor, or someone seeking a mortgage-helper with its potential for duplexing via separate side entry.
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LOT 19 FIRST LINE, Erin, Ontario More than 10 acres of land situated just outside the charming town of Erin - only 20 minutes from the centre of Guelph, and half an hour’s drive to Brampton and the GTA.
RE/MAX Grey Bruce Realty Inc., Brokerage Locally Owned & Independently info@greybrucerealestate.netOperated Ofce 519-596-2255 Cell 519-477-9713 Ashley Jackson Team Leader, Broker Darlene James Team Consultant, Broker Nellie ChrisSalesSalesHeatherBrokerFromFromRepresentativeDylanDolsonRepresentativeMawdsleyBroker Tara MacAskill O ce Manager Courtney Witten Admin Assistant Ýøûr Brûçë Pëñïñsûlå Real Esate Team $975,555 HOME ON 2.8 ACRES ACROSS FROM WATER ACCESS! Detached garage + attached garage. 1,950 sqft year-round home/cottage, 3 bdrms & 2-5-pc baths. Level of fnish & materials throughout will be sure to impress. Open concept main level layout with stone foor-to-ceiling freplace, vaulted ceiling, granite kitchen countertops & more! The upper level provides spacious bdrms/bath, walk-in closet & covered balcony overlooking the fre pit below! Large lower level family rm. MLS® $1,299,999 GEORGIAN BAY WATERFRONT Multi Million Dollar View! This spectacular 2.5 bath, 3 bdrm timber-frame cottage is located on the crystal clear shores of Georgian Bay just North of the lovely little town of Lion’s Head. Open concept main foor has panoramic views of Georgian Bay. The jaw dropping view can be seen from every level of the cottage/ home. Concrete stairway taking you to fat limestone rock shoreline. Swimming is great, deep waters. Comes furnished from top to bottom. Rare Find! MLS® $1,199,000 LAKE HURON WATERFRONT 135’ of beautiful Lake Huron waterfront. Privately treed lot is 1.4 acres. 3 bdrm/3 bath, 3,000 sqft. year-round home. Open concept area. DR w/walkout to porch, kitchen w/b-bar, SS appls. Lower level family room. Mostly furnished & turn-key. MLS®
STUNNING$579,000VIEWS 3 bdrms/1 bath, open concept living, this quaint cottage is brimming with potential. Imagine waking to the sound of waves, making breakfast for the family in the fully equipped kitchen & overlooking the water as you sip your morning brew. MLS®
SAND$279,000BEACH! RARE fnd on the Peninsula. Treed Lot! Excellent Location, less than 10 minutes from Tobermory. Year round road, hydro at road. Play in the waves & on the sand beach or sit around the campfre & watch the stars appear overhead. MLS® Serving the Bruce Peninsula from Wiarton to Tobermory! AWARD 2017-2020
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RYAN BRIGGS* 519.498.5775 ryan@cmarealty.ca CHRISTINA ROONEY* 519.654.2408 christina@cmarealty.ca DUNCAN MCLEAN* 519.590.7997 duncan@cmarealty.ca NEW DEVELOPMENT IN NEW HAMBURG 51BROKERAGE9.578.0337 www.cmarealty.ca*SalesRepresentative Welcome to Riverbend Brownstones, coming soon to New Hamburg. Located in a very scenic enclave on the meandering Nith River. Luxury modern townhomes built with exceptional detail, and character with opportunity to custom design and personalize over 2,200 square feet of living space. Starting at mid - $900,000’s. Available summer 2023. Only 8 units left! Walking distance to downtown New Hamburg, with boutique stores, restaurants, and shopping. MLS® Call Ryan EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE • EXCEPTIONAL RESULTS Completely Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath situated within walking distance of Google, School of Pharmacy, LRT and close to expressway. New renovations include: roof, windows, furnace & air, plumbing, electrical, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring and siding. MLS® Call Ryan Modern 2 bedroom 1.5 bath executive townhouse with low maintenance fees of $110 per month! 1400+ sq.ft. with eat-in kitchen. Single garage & driveway that allows parking for two. Great location near shopping, parks, walking trails and hwy 401. MLS® Call Ryan 3 bdrm home, situated on a half acre lot close to Flamboro Downs. 10 min drive from Hamilton, this spacious home features a det’d 1,200 sqft garage w/10 ft drive in door, walk out basement, double car garage & fenced rear yard. The house requires updating throughout. MLS® Call Ryan
EXCEPTIONAL$749,900OPPORTUNITY DOWNTOWN$699,900KITCHENER CAN-AMERA$624,900PARKWAY HANDYMAN$899,900SPECIAL! $3,499,000
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Brand new custom home on 7 acres designed with meticulous attention to detail and a modern open concept layout. Located 5 min from Baden and 15 min from Kitchener-Waterloo. This bungalow features a 5 car garage (3 wide + 2 tandem), 2+2 bedrooms plus an offce/gym and 3.5 bathrooms with 10 foot ceilings on the main foor and the highest level of quality on both levels. A chef’s kitchen, massive windows, gas freplaces, walkout to deck, ensuite bathrooms, walk-in closets, and too many features and upgrades to list. No detail has been overlooked in this one of a kind dream custom home! MLS® Call Christina This spacious home has two separate living spaces with 5 bedrms & 3 full baths. Over 2,100 sq/ft above grade fnished space features in-law suite. Huge front porch, private backyard. Oversized double car detached garage/workshop located seconds from xway access. MLS® Call Christina! ~ BRAND NEW CUSTOM HOME!
24 2 bedroom, 1 bath brick home in beautiful Clinton! This storey and a half home includes a large backyard. Just add your own fnishing touch’s and call it home. Close access to everything! MLS 519 524 3951 sales@kapteinrealestate.com ALLOW ME TO USE MY EXPERIENCE TO HELP YOU BUY THE HOUSE OF YOUR DREAMS OR SELL YOUR HOME, SO YOU CAN FULFILL YOUR DREAMS. Conrad KAPTEIN KRE INC. IS OFFERING A 1% REDUCTION In total commission charged, to our frst 14 listing clients. CONRAD KAPTEIN BROKER OF RECORD SOLD PATRICK G. BERNIER Sales Representative Broker Geraldine@GeraldineSellsHomes.com • www.GeraldineSellsHomes.com MAHOOD TEAM $700,000 3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms 84 DOVER WATERLOOSTREET, Located in the Columbia forest/Clair hills area.The main foor and 2nd foor were completely renovated. Freshly painted, new light fxtures, stainless steel appliances, and new fooring. 3 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms 195 WESTMEADOW DRIVE, KITCHENER located in the Beechwood Completely renovated fromarea. top to bottom. Please contact Geraldine for more information.
25 DELON SHAMON Sales Representative - Team Leader delonshamon@gmail.com 519- 590-4111 SONIA SOUSA Sales Representative realtorsonias@gmail.com 226-600-0235 MARCUS UMANA Sales Representative marcusumana.01@gmail.com 226-929-6447 BRAD SIMMONS Sales Representative bradsimmons@rogers.com 519-741-0950 NINWETTA SHAMON Administrative Assistant ninwe.shamon@gmail.com 519-741-0950 www.delonskey.com 519-741-0950 GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND TO FIND YOUR NEXT HOME. C ontact U s! Aliya Manji Sales Representa tive 519-573-9189 amanji@remax.netwww.remaxkw.ca CALL FOR A FREE 519-573-9189EVALUATIONHOME $3,400/mth NEWLY BUILT Brand new semi detached in Lackner West area with 1,963 sqft of living space! 4 bed rooms, 3 bathrooms, huge open concept kitchen, primary en suite, spacious bed rooms, close to parks and trails. MLS® $499,900 BELMONT VILLAGE CONDO! 1 bed + den, 9 foot ceilings, laminate foors, in suite laundry, double length balcony, park ing, granite countertops throughout, breakfast bar island, s/s appliances - all in the heart of Belmont Village steps to parks, shops, restau rants, pharmacies plus more! MLS® $1,899,900 NOW CONSTRUCTION!UNDER 4 bed, 4 bath family home with upgrades! Over 3000 square feet, open concept kitch en, 9 foot ceilings, main foor offce, upper foor LOFT, large windows throughout, w-out basement & child friendly court. MLS® $529,900 BELMONT VILLAGE CONDO 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 9 foot ceilings, underground parking, granite countertops throughout, insuite laundry room, breakfast bar island, freplace, balcony plus MORE! Steps to shops, restaurants & pharmacies. EXCL
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4110 FRIE DA KOTSOPOULOS BRO KER 519 580 8376 SIMPLY STUNNING! Side-split on beautiful, Bluebird Place in Elmira. Just move into this updated 3 bedroom home with enough space for the whole family and 2 full bathrooms. Enter through the new front door into the open concept, living room with high ceilings, huge windows & bamboo foors, updated kitchen with elegant cabinetry, modern backsplash, quartz island and countertops and dining room perfect for entertaining. Upstairs features a spacious, airy primary bedroom and 2 other good sized bedrooms as well as the fully updated 4 piece bathroom. Possession is fexible. frieda_kotsopoulos@hotmail.com | friedasellshomes.com 519.885.0200 519 500 0940 tinatorok@rogers.com www.tinatorok.com SALES REPRESENTATIVE SPACIOUS ONE BEDROOM CONDO Condo unit with large living room, balcony, laundry in building, locker & parking. Well maintained & clean unit, no smoking & no pets. Heat, hydro & water are included in condo fees of $442/mth, low property taxes $1,451/2022. Pets are allowed in this complex. Flexible closing! Near shopping, schools, hanlon expressway, 401, University, park, trails, playground & restaurants. CALL TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS! $349,900
1) It’s time to get ready for the kids to return to school, which could be difcult for some to get back into the swing of things, including parents! For some, it is easy and exciting, but for others, it is an emotional time watching your child grow up and start a new grade. Every parent has been there watching their baby go to school for the frst time; emotions can be high. That’s why parents… you can’t forget about yourself! So here are some tips to help keep yourself organized or help ease those emotions
27 www.RonAndAnnaHill.com info@RonAndAnnaHill.com Experience Matters! ANIA & RON HILL Sales Representatives Ania Direct 519-591-0005 Ron Direct 519-580-1074 LOW$678,000CONDOFEE! Beautiful townhome. Open concept main fr w/large kitchen, b-bar & SS appls. Bright LR/ DR w/sliding doors to private & quiet patio. Parking for 3 carsgarage, driveway & reserved. MLS® WESTMOUNT$524,999LOCATION Trendy end-unit condo bungalow. Open concept design, 9’ ceilings, LR/DR open to well equipped kitchen. French doors lead to western exposure balcony. MLS® LAURENTIAN$675,000WEST Fantastic carpet-free freehold end-unit townhome. Meticulously maintained by original owner. +1,790 sq.ft. w/ open concept main foor. Beautifully landscaped, fenced private patio. MLS® $899,900 4 LEVEL SIDESPLIT! 2,600 sq.ft. carpet- free home on a 72x125 lot. Open concept. LR w/ gas FP. Kitchen w/ island. Private fenced backyards. Lwr lvl w Family rm & 2 pc Bath & separate entrance. MLS® 519-579-4110 4 3+12 2 21 3 21/21 3 2+11JUSTLISTED!SOLD BACKSSOLDOVERLISTONTOWOODLAND Our Family Helping GETMOVINGNOW.CAYours $639,900 VIEWS OF THE GRAND RIVER Just move in! Stunning condo feat hwd foors, breakfast bar, 2 beds, 2 baths, w/o to veranda overlooking the Grand River. Underground parking & storage. MLS® $799,900 PINNACLE WOODS! An executive townhouse Bungalow condominium complex, an exclusive use managed forest just for the owners of 74 Autumn Ridge Trail!! 2 beds, 2 bath, fully fnished walk out basement. MLS® $379,900 CONDO COMPLETELY UPGRADED! Welcome to Unit 15 at 37 Conroy Cres! This condo has been upgraded in the last 2 years with ceramic flooring, & updated kitchen. MLS® Kathy: 226.988.3232 | Luanne: 519.651.9459 SOLD SOLD SOLD Independently Owned & Operated 519 804 9934 ext 1122 Joanne Papadopoulos Sales Representative, SRES, RESA 519 575 8143 papajoanne1@gmail.comdirect FREE MARKET EVALUATION NO COST • NO OBLIGATION $899,900 230 BLACKWELL DRIVE DESIRABLE LOCATION WITH IN-LAW SUITE CAPABILITY! Spacious family home in Forest Heights close to schools, shopping, & x-way. Over 3,000 sq ft. 4 bdrm., 3pc primary ensuite bath w/w-in closet & 5 pc main bath. Private fenced w/pool. Fully fn’d bsmnt incl 3pc bath, laundry, gas FP & lrg cellar. MLS® $1,150,000 131 SOPHIA CRESCENT MOVE IN READY HOME IN DESIRABLE LOCATION! Nestled in Huron Village. Open concept main fr w/hrdwd frs. Kitchen w/granite countertops, moveable large island. Private pool (2020). 3 bdrms, a 4pc bath & master bdrm w/walk-in closet & 4 pc ensuite! Finished bsmnt w/ offce/work. Near x-way & schools. MLS® SOLDOVERASKING
Waterloo region has almost always performed better than the national average. Even if the property values aren’t the highest in our area than some of the bigger cities in Canada, our market has always been more stable because we have some unique factors that make our values less volatile than some of the other markets in the country.
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There are a few greedy ones who have had to face the music that maybe they aren’t going to sell their house for as much as they would have had they listed earlier, and there are a few desperate ones who bought when the market was super hot and then sold when it was in the middle of the shift, but most of them have fgured out a plan and have swallowed the bitter pill of the new reality. For everyone else, there is no need to Nowpanic.that we’ve been experiencing the downshift for nearly half a year now, most have begun to settle in and accept it. The new property values didn’t happen any quicker than the previous increases happened. It’s understandable that eventually we hit a wall and people were no longer willing (or in many cases, able) to continue competing with dozens of other buyers on the same property and paying $100k or $150k or $200k over the list price and offering without any conditions. That may have seemed normal to many of us after years of revving up into the most overheated market we’ve ever experienced, but that wasn’t normal at all. What we’re experiencing now is normal. Individuals who make decisions based on fear, are usually the ones who end up losing in the long run. If you don’t own a home, do you want to? Or do you want to sell your current home and buy something different, what’s stopping you? One great thing about our current conditions is that there may not be as big of a gap between your current home and the property you’d like to purchase. Make some plans and proceed with the assistance of a professional who you can trust to guide you in a way that helps you succeed. If the property values decline for a little longer, that really doesn’t hurt the consumer, as long as they plan to own the property for several years. When the market begins to trend up again. No matter what the media is covering about real estate, it has almost always been what I would consider to be inaccurate based on our local market. Very rarely is the coverage local enough. The stats they usually use are either national stats, or stats based on Toronto or Vancouver, which are areas that tend to be the frst to be affected when there is a market shift. National stats or GTA stats are somewhat relevant in that they tell the big picture, but they don’t tell the story like a local Realtor would be able to share based on their recent experiences. Every single real estate market across the nation is different. Even the Waterloo market is different than the Cambridge market, which is different from Guelph. You can easily drive to all these cities within an hour, but what drives each of these markets is completely different – every market has their own individual factors.
Consider that real estate has ALWAYS been a good long-term investment and our current market is NOT a poor market. And the good news is, you can likely get an offer accepted right now with conditions and you may not have to compete.
Lots of people have been saying that they’re scared to make a move in this current real estate market. I want to clear the air that I don’t think this market is plummeting. It’s simply a bit cooler, a bit slower and a bit more reasonable than it has been for many years, and that’s what most of us have wanted.
29 EAGER TO HEAR MORE? CONTACT ME TODAY 519.572.0334 www.myprealestate.commyp@royallepage.ca 2021 MARGARETYONGPING Sales Representative Grand Valley Realty, Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated 519.745.7000 NORTHERN WOODSTOCK This absolutely stunning custombuilt home features a triple car garage, with 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, backs onto lush greenery, and is only minutes away from Pittoek Conservation and Dam. EXECUTIVECONDOTOWNHOUSE Beechwood/University - Waterloo Executive Townhome, 2+1 Bedroom, 2+1 Bathroom. A must See! Call for more information. SOLD LindaCybalski@gmail.com | www.LindaCybalski.com WOLLEBROKERAGEREALTY Independently Owned & Operated 519 747 2040 PROFESSIONAL REALTOR 519 502 8264 Call for complementaryyour Market Evaluation DON’T MISS OUT! 2 bedroom Condo on the second level. Low-maintenance living in the heart of Kitchener. LIST WITHLindaSold! Sold! “ ” L inda achieved beyond our expectations during our buying & selling process. We really value the professionalism, honesty and integrity, she provides with her service.extraordinary WOLLE REALTYBROKERAGE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED THE ONSEN TEAM ”Øûr Fåmïlÿ Hëlpïñg Ýøûr Fåmïlÿ” OFFICE 519 578 7300 Helping clients in the Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph and surrounding areas ~ We also speak Romanian onsenhomes.com • info@onsenhomes.com Flav Onsen Sales Representative Laura Munroe-Onsen Sales Representative Radu Nicolici Sales Representative SOLD SOLD SOLD TO GET THE BEST RESULTS, YOU NEED THE BEST AGENTS!
30 196 APPLEWOODPLATTSVILLEST. Triple Car2,936Garagesqft 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Baths Dedicated Offce Space Premium Lot 48 CUTTING DRIVE ELORA Single Detached 2,494 sqft 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Open Concept Floor Plan Second Floor Family Room 1388 CAEN WOODSTOCK Stunning Model Home 1,388 sqft 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath FinishedLandscapingBasement Eric Boyles 519 829 5893 eric@aerealestate.ca Broker of Record
31 519.742.5800 ext 2287 gama@coldwellbankerpbr.com coldwellbankerpbr.com FULL TIME REALTOR ® SINCE 1984 MALESGAYE Broker LAURELWOOD! Walking distance to highly ranked schools Deep 151’ lot with fenced yard Six levels fully fnished Primary suite has vaulted ceiling, 4 pc. Ensuite, balcony & 3 closets Family room, Offce & Recroom Bright interior, super location for growing family $988,000 MLS 40308377 COLONIAL ACRES! Pride of ownership, immaculate condition Desirable 4 level backsplit with double garage Solar panel income! Fabulous renovated Kitchen, walk-in pantry Hardwood foors, gas freplace, cove molding 3 full bathrooms of which two have heated foors Parks, Conestoga Mall & ION hub nearby $970,000 MLS 40294878 ELMIRA! Freehold Townhouse, no condo fees Built in 2018, low maintenance Upgraded Kitchen, gas stove, granite, pantry 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms Finished Recroom, deck Country Club Estates, walk to primary school 20 minutes to Waterloo & Kitchener $749,999 MLS 40283079
32 THAT’S *SALES REPRESENTATIVE Ofce: 519.804.7200 REALTY SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO LIMITED, BROKERAGE ATTITUDE, DILIGENCE & HUSTLE, FOR A LOCATION & LIFESTYLE TO LOVE. Darryl Watty* watty@wattyway.ca519.590.0579 Jim LaFitte* jim@wattyway.ca519.590.5863 Far Kamalov* far@wattyway.ca226.343.1100 Sam Daminato* sam@wattyway.ca519.588.0296 4 bed, 4 bath custom new build by Ritz Homes. Inquire today! EXCL. 2 bed, 2 bath spacious bungalow on a deep lot with detached garage. MLS® 126 Chestnut Street, Kitchener 248 Pinewood Place, Waterloo 3 + 1 bed, 2 bath backsplit with basement walkout close to Chicopee Ski Hill. MLS® 3 bed, 1 bath roomy century home close to Uptown Waterloo. MLS® 3 bed, 3 bath all brick family home in charming Woodstock. MLS® 2 bed, 2 bath condo in Uptown Waterloo with all of the amenities, including sunroom. MLS® 101 Park Street, Waterloo 101 Park Street, Waterloo 101 Park Street, Waterloo 339 Peel Street, New Hamburg 122 Mackay Crescent, Waterloo 363 Morrison Road, Kitchener 652 Normandy Drive, Woodstock - 4 Willow Street, Waterloo GOLF TOURNAMENTONLINEAUCTIONTHURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15 2022 SEPTEMBER 1 - 15 REGISTRATION + AUCTION DETAILS ON KWAR.CA/GOLF2022 FOURSOMEINDIVIDUAL $700 $175 +HST +HSTREBEL CREEK GOLF CLUB KWAR.CA/GOLF2022 In support of
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44 $949,900 Open FamilyConceptHome Lackner Woods home with great finishes top to bottom. 3+1 Beds. 4 baths.Well cared for with lots of improvements. Finished Basement with In-law potential. MLS® $639,900 BackYard Oasis Welcome Home to this gorgeous 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom move-in ready home on Coachman’s Lane. Landscaped backyard with pergola and beautiful trees. MLS® MARKCALL MARYCALL SOLID GOLD REALTY (II) LTD., BROKERAGE Independently Owned and Operated 519-888-7110 519 577 6277 markvandongen@remaxsolidgold.bizwww.HomeWithMark.ca Mark VanDongen Sales Representative 519 496 8790 derbezremax@gmail.comwww.DeniseDerbez.com Denise Derbez Sales Representative 519 574 6148 mary@kellerfamilyteam.comwww.kellerfamilyteam.com Mary Ke er Broker 647 993 4138 www.kellerfamilyteam.comriley@kellerfamilyteam.com Riley Ke er Sales RepresentativeSpanish & SpokenEnglish $899,000 ShantzTownhomeHi 4 year old townhouse w/ huge yard! This may be the best lot & location in the subdivision! 55’x 66’ backyard! Beautiful multi-level home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths & a garage! This home has all the appliances and has been freshly painted. It’s MOVE IN READY! MLS® $699,900 Single Detached Cutey Bright & Open Concept, 3 bedrooms, 2 Baths, with a fn’d Basement and a backyard that is 147’ deep! Great location! Just steps away for Resurrection CSS. MLS® $395,000 Ca ing A Handy People Make your renovation dreams come alive with this specious 2 bed, 2 bath home with fnished basement. Book your private viewing today. MLS® HUGEYARD! MARKCALL RILEYCALLMARKCALL emoura@golden.net • www.edmoura.com • cmourarealestate@gmail.com Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated 519 888 7110 *SalesRepresentative MOURAEd* 519.572.2692 MOURACristina* 519.741.4625 CALL US FOR A COMPLIMENTARY MARKET ANALYSIS OF YOUR HOME OR APARTMENT BULDING $825,000 DEEP LOT! Detached home on a 50 x 177 ft lot. Deck overlooks deep fen’d yard. Large tree provides shade. Patio doors ‘20 (off deck to inside of house). Front door ‘21. Roof shingles ‘21. Eves troughs & fascia ‘21. Close to x-way & Laurentian Mall. Near school. House interior, deck, & front porch freshly painted. MLS® $744,900 SPOTLESS BRIGHT END UNIT Wide foyer. Main foor 9’ ceilings. Great room gas freplace. Ceiling fans in primary bdrm & great room. Quartz counter tops. Main foor laundry. Insulated & heated double garage. Rec room gas FP w/thermostat & fan. 4 pc bath, bdrm. Backyard w/natural gas bbq. Privacy fence. 10 min to Port Dover. MLS® $1,190,000 METICULOUSLY KEPT 4 bed 4 bath home. Beautifully landscaped gardens. Main foor family room & LR with 2 gas freplaces. Eat-in kitchen with extended cabinetry. Large breakfast island, granite countertops, hrdwd frs, main fr laundry. Primary bedroom withhardwood foors, w-in closet. Ensuite. Large rec room area. 5th Bedroom. 4 pc bath. MLS®
45 Helen Fidler REALTOR 9034 MIDDLE LINE BLENHEIM Own and operate your own cannabis production facility. A perfect LIVE/Work opportunity. Includes a 3 bed all brick bungalow w/double car garage on over 5 acres, while running business out of the 40 x 80 shop. MLS® BEECHWOOD PLACE CONDO WATERLOO This main foor unit with a massive deck offers all on one level living. Tastefully updated two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo in Beechwood. This home has undergone many recent upgrades and features a full lower level with a gas freplace that doubles the already fantastic living space.MLS® THE GREENWAY IN GALT CAMBRIDGE This 3 bed 2 bath freehold home on an oversized pie-shaped lot. Look no further if you are looking to get into the market. This house has had many updates including laminate fooring, the roof, windows, the furnace and AC. MLS® Daphne Moens REALTOR MackenzieJary BROKER Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated 519 888 7110 HELENSTEAM.CA Helen’s Real Estate Helen’sHelenHelen.Fidler.Real.EstateTeamFidlerRealtorTeam [ ]COMINGSOON 2002-2021 TREADWELL*SHANNONJIM McINTYRE* 519.888.7110 | jcmcintyre@remaxsolidgold.biz | www.mcintyreteam.com Serving KW for over 40 years! RE/MAX Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., BROKERAGE Independently Owned & Operated * SALES REPRESENTATIVE WORDS TO LIVE BY... “People rarely succeed unless they have fun in what they are doing.” – Dale Carnegie $799,000 BEECHWOOD! 3+1 bedroom, 2 bath home on mature, treed lot in desirable neighbourhood! Spacious living room with picture window, open to dining room with sliders to twotiered deck & private backyard. Finished lower level, rec room with large window & corner gas freplace, 4th bedroom & 2 piece bath plus den/offce. Class A - 3 bedroom rental licence! MLS® $685,000 ELMIRA! 3 bed, 2 bath semi on meticulously manicured lot! Oak kitchen with island, stainless appliances & lots of natural light. Finished rec room & second bath. Sunroom with double wide patio doors & custom blinds! Private double driveway for ease of parking, backyard shed with sliding barn door. This home has it all! MLS® $749,000 ROSEMOUNT! 4 bed, 2 bath bungalow on mature, fully-fenced lot! Newer windows & exterior doors. Updated kitchen & bathroom. LR/DR with hardwood foors & gas freplace. Lower level with fnished rec room, gas freplace plus second bath. Attached garage! Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping & access to highway! MLS® $1,595,000 BEECHWOOD! Stunning 3 bed, 4 bath, 2,200+ sq. ft. renovated home on deep (186’) lot in prime location! 2-storey foyer, wrought-iron railings, 4 freplaces, carpet-free! Fabulous primary suite with wall of windows, freplace & luxurious ensuite. Spectacular landscaped backyard with patio, deck, gardens & pond with waterfall. Your very own private oasis! EXCL SOLD
This well maintained 3 bedroom all brick Bungalow, is located in the sought after family neighbourhood of Breithaupt Park. Located on a large, private corner lot & comes with an oversized, detached double garage with workshop and 2 driveways. Eat-in Kitchen with a bright, spacious, sunroom addition. Formal living room & an updated 3pc bathroom. Large fnished Rec room with a cozy gas freplace, and an additional 3pc bathroom + lots of storage space. Check it out, you won’t be disappointed. MLS® MICHELLEMcPHEE SRS,BROKER,SRES ®
46 As a new Canadian there are programs available to assist you with home ownership with as little as 5% down (of the purchase price). Some conditions will apply. DOMINION LENDING CENTRES PREMIER MORTGAGES INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED FSRA #11232 JULIEwww.alisonlopes.caMEDEIROS MORTGAGE AGENT T. 519.575.3961 jmedeiros@dominionlending.ca www.juliemedeiros.ca New to Canada? Have you immigrated or relocated to Canada within the last 5 years and are looking to purchase your first home in your new country? • Do I need permanent resident status or work Visa? • Do I need Canadian credit history? • How much of a down payment do I need? INGLISIAN BROKER MEDEIROSLISA MARKETINGMANAGER Call THE INGLIS TEAM about our PREMIUM LISTING PACKAGE! 519.888.7110 | www.TheInglisTeam.com ianinglis@remaxsolidgold.biz • mmcphee@remaxsolidgold.biz SOLD! Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated $785,000 INGROUND POOL Stay cool the rest of the summer with this heated, inground pool. Great 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom family home, located on a quiet court in a mature neighbourhood. Eat-in Kitchen, Bonus sunroom with walk out. Finished basement with rec room with freplace. MLS®
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Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd. Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated 5 ips for ivorcing ouples aggie orsburgh Sales CertifiedRepresentative,DivorceReal Estate Expert (CDRE) TM 519.496.6244 DivorceHaven.camaggie@tapestryagent.com|TapestryRealtyGroup.com “ understand the journey of divorce, the uncertainties, and the need to feel safe.” STAY OFF SOCIAL MEDIA While going through a divorce, stay off social media and do not let others post about you. Postings can be used against you in court. DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING Do not sign any documents presented to you without frst reviewing them with a lawyer. DO NOT STAY MARRIED TO A MORTGAGE If your name is on the mortgage it will stay there until the loan is refnanced into your spouse’s name, or the mortgage is paid off with the sale of the home. PROTECT YOUR CREDIT Keep your mortgage payments current. Agree with your spouse on who will make the mortgage payments while the divorce is pending. Keep bills current. GATHER THE FACTS Know whose name is on the title and determine if there are liens, judgements or other recordings that could affect title. The balance on the mortgage statement is not always the payoff amount. 54321 “YOUR UNFAIR ADVANTAGE” 519.888.7110
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When you’re ready to make a fresh start and move forward with your life, putting the past behind you is essential for moving forward. You don’t want to let the past impact your ability to get on with your life. And if buying a home is part of your plan, you need to prepare early.TM
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If you’ve never owned property before your marriage, have never had a credit card in your name...in other words, you lack credit, you will need to establish some. You need a credit score to get a mortgage. Apply for a credit card or even your own mobile phone account. Don’t apply for too many things at once as that could negatively affect your credit score since it might be a sign you are taking on too much debt. Start slow. If you’re going from two incomes to one, you need to have a good handle on what you can afford. Work the numbers by looking at your income sources. Consider all your current and anticipated expenses - especially when it comes to a home. Remember, you will now have to cover all utilities, taxes, maintenance and repairs, along with food, clothing and other essentials. Be realistic and don’t stretch yourself too thin.
I often talk about the importance of having a Separation Agreement in place before you sell your marital home. It is a legal document that outlines the rights and responsibilities of each party regarding the division of assets, fnancial support, childcare, and anything else that is affected by the separation. You can’t get a new mortgage without one. ’ Finally, I know how hard it is to let go of your family home, especially when there are children involved. Let go of the guilt and treat the sale like a business transaction. It’s just bricks and mortar. If you let your guilt take over, you risk compromising the sale and getting less than you deserve. By treating it like a business transaction, you are automatically focused on maximizing your return - enabling you to move forward on the best fnancial footing possible.
OLD BEECHWOOD $1,599,900 Welcome to 311 Shakespeare Place. This Impressive 4 Bedroom Executive home, has been renovated & offers over 3286 sq ft living space on the main & upper level & full walkout basement! Generous rooms, incl. main foor den, custom Chervin kitchen overlooking Family room w/ gas freplace. Winding staircase to upper level where laundry & Master Retreat w/spacious walk-in closet w/ built-ins & a large ensuite. Partially fnished 1722 sq ft basement. This home is loaded w/all the features you’d expect in an executive home including generous room sizes & unique features throughout. Steps away from the Community Pool & Tennis courts, UofW & Tech Centre, walking trails, parks & schools. MLS CLOSE TO VICTORIA PARK $649,900 Charming 3 bedroom home close to Victoria Park, modern kitchen with built in dishwasher, separate dining room, 2 full baths, large private backyard, detached garage and fnished basement. MLS® BACKING ONTO A PARK $489,900 Spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath semi backing onto a park, fnished basement, freshly painted, updated roof, furnace & c/air, water softener, large covered driveway, covered deck and fenced yard. MLS® THE ONE YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR $859,000 Over 3,600 sqft of fn’d living space! 5 bdrm home, open concept foor plan w/abundance of space! Large eat-in kitchen, formal study w/built in bookcases & gas FP, main foor laundry. MLS® SOLD SOLD SOLD hewickCari www.soldoncari.comcari@soldoncari.comBROKER Renataplecity renata@renataplecity.comBROKERwww.renataplecity.com “THE DEGREE OF SERVICE IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SALES PEOPLE” Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated 519.888.7110 Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated 519 . 888 . 7110 48
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