Real Estate Update - July 15 - 2016 by Guelph and District Association of REALTORS®

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NEW PRICE! $249,000 Calling all investors or first time homebuyers; 2 bed, 1 bath condo on 3rd floor is move in ready and waiting for you. Close to amenities, transit, and includes 1 parking spot. Quick closing available. TERRA WHITE & CHRISTIANNE CHILD

Invest in yourself for only $35,000. A turnkey established operation is for the offing. The “E-Ride” business will go far in this economic atmosphere of conservation and eco sensitive industry. Everything is included for you to build upon an up and coming clientele. So, if you have small electric motor skills and an entrepreneurial spirit, then please, give me a call. Contact JANE HASTINGS

Freshly renovated, close to parks & transit hub. Separate meters and more – this will not last. Just 5 minutes north of High Park in up & coming Junction neighbourhood. Call ANDREAS KRAUSE to view and for full particulars 519-835-0120.

4 BEDROOM BUNGALOW $599,900 Located on a quiet street convenient to schools including Conestoga College, shopping, library and recreation center. This home was custom built and has been meticulously cared for. Gorgeous kitchen open to the dining area and family room with access to a wrap around deck with covered barbecue area. Finished basement has fourth bedroom, third bathroom and large recreation room. A truly remarkable home. BRYAN MARQUESS 519 830 2756

BUNGALOW – EXHIBITION PARK AREA 3 bdrm bung w/fin bmst, gardeners delight. No lawn to mow in this backyard! Just enjoy the deck, birds, gorgeous colours and scent of the flowers. JACKIE HARRISON

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$599,000 PIDEL BUILT Custom designed, lovingly maintained, 2 br (extra large master), 2 bath (ensuite), 1739 sq ft, brick bungalow in good neighbourhood of east end Guelph. Attached double garage with interior access, attractively landscaped, abuts park land a side and rear of property. Well worth a look. See you Saturday. Your host: CARL A. LEYBOURNE

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NEW LISTING 60 MONTICELLO CRES $849,900 This all brick custom built 5 bedroom home with 2856 sq ft is in a great neighbourhood. Steps to University of Guelph and walking distance to downtown and with easy access to the 401. 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, newer hardwood floors throughout. Spiral stair with all hardwood staircase. Finished basement with Separated entrance. Reverse pie shaped backyard with huge deck backing onto park. Many recently updated. Proud one owner home! Excellent location. Show with confidence. LISA CHOU

Looking for tri-plex’s, 4 unit or 6 units, etc. Please call HUGH PELOSO

Condo Townhome Central to North End of Guelph with green space influence. 2-3 bedroom, minimum 1.5 bath. If you are considering selling such a place, please contact COLIN MACDONALD 519-836-1072

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FOR LEASE WEST END ON CUL DE SACE

2300 Sqft 4 bedroom 3.5 bath plus finished basement, walkout to serene pie shaped fenced yard. Main floor living/ dining/family rooms with 2pce bath and laundry. Double car garage plus parking for 4 vehicles. On court near Taylor Evans and St. Francis Schools. $2500/month + Union Gas and Guelph Hydro utilities. Available immediately. HAROLD LEE

SEVERAL BUYERS LOOKING FOR 1) In the Lourdes school region, flexible closing 2) Looking to close beginning of July 4+2 BEDROOM 4 BATHROOM PIDEL BUILT HOME

283 PARKSIDE DRIVE, FERGUS 3 Bed, 2 Bath updated backsplit backing onto park. Work shed with hydro, single car garage. Roof 2015. All other mechanicals replaced 2010. CHRISTIANNE CHILD and TERRA WHITE $369,900

on a 61’ lot, almost 3,000 sq ft of finished living space ideal for a large family. New windows, granite countertops as well as newer roof and more. Lovely covered rear deck and bistro style side deck are great spots to relax and enjoy the day. Around the home you’ll enjoy the meticulously trimmed and maintained yard that is well cared for. Definitely worth a look. Call ANDREAS KRAUSE to see it today. Offered at $619,900

3) Looking to close beginning to mid-August If you are considering selling your home and it fits any of the above, please contact

DEBBIE ASKIN at 519-766-2710

DOWN TOWN LIVING Not only do we have a well cared for home that offers 3 bedrooms and an office but a large fenced yard and a driveway for 2. Perfect Family home and great starter too! JACKIE HARRISON

SELL YOUR HOME TO MY BUYERS! * near the U of G under $450,000 w registered unit * on quiet street in the Region up to $700,000 * along Skyway Drive, Guelph * in Guelph-Eramosa or Puslinch up to $600,000 WILL LENSSEN, 519-830-4799 Visit www.willen2sell.com

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CAN YOU SAY PRIVATE!

This is private with its 50+ …..at the end of this long treed lined driveway sits this 2200 sqft Century stone home with its high ceilings, baseboards & amazing wood features. Wrap around balcony off the kitchen looking towards the fields & gorgeous mature trees. We have a walk out bsmt & attached garage too. Did I mention the barn, shed & well house! The location is amazing & the space is here…we just need you! GASPER RUSSO

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GUELPH

214 Speedvale Avenue W. T: 519.821.6191 TF: 800.475.2251 speedvaleoffice@royallepage.ca

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848 Gordon Street T: 519.824.9050 gordonoffice@royallepage.ca

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295 Alma St. Unit 1 T: 519.856.9922 rockwoodoffice@royallepage.ca

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! LD 65 College Avenue

71-700 Paisley Road

AFFORDABLE WEST END CONDO

OLD UNIVERSITY HOME ON HALF AN ACRE

Tucked away into the West Hill Estates community, this three bedroom home is great for getting the foot in the door as a family or as an investor. Plenty of visitor parking and a yard that is private and serene with a view of greenery. Roofs were done in 2014 and most windows and doors have been updated within last nine years. Unlike most complexes, gardening is encouraged here! Close to the Hanlon Expressway and transit. John Clark* & Lorna Ronald*. $184,900

This Old University charmer that you’ve likely spotted while driving down College Avenue is available! With an updated kitchen and a tender care that has upheld its character, it is the ultimate canvas to introduce the finishings of 21st century to. Grand formal rooms (typical to the home’s era), high ceilings and an outdoor serenity that many city dwellers yearn for. Situated on a huge, private, treed, half acre lot in central Guelph, close to the University of Guelph OVC, near the amenities on Stone Road or downtown’s local shops and vibrant culture, this may be your last stop for a long time. John Clark*, Lorna Ronald* and Bill Swan**. $699,000

JUST LISTED! 33-310 Christopher Dr, Guelph - Sun., July 17th, 2-4 PM

67 Old Ruby Lane

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Three BRs, 4 baths, and a finished, bright walk out basement attracts family living! Single attached garage which leads to the above-grade basement that has a two piece powder and a walkout to the rear patio area. The main living level has a bright, updated eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances and patio door to the rear balcony. There is a formal dining room with convenient built-in wet bar and cabinet, which leads to the lower living room. Many possibilities as this home could cater to families or appease empty nesters who don’t want to sacrifice living space. John Clark* & Lorna Ronald*. $244,900

A truly custom built, one owner bungalow by George Good, one of the area’s premier builders! This 2,500 sq. ft. home with finished walkout basement (w/in-law suite) features a large kitchen with stainless appliances & working island with handy seating area. 3 BRs up, main floor laundry with an abundance of working space and ideally used as a mud room off of the large and bright 3 car garage! The master features a 5 pc. ensuite with double vanity, glass shower and soaker tub, along with patio doors to the deck. The large lot offers many outdoor possibilities. A must see in the Estates at Audrey Meadows. John Clark* & Lorna Ronald*. $1,399,000

42 Dudley Drive

317 Suffolk Street W., Guelph

28 Serena Lane

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9.3 ACRE LOT IN ROLLING HILLS

No waiting for this newly built Fusion home, it is ready to move into! Loads of upgrades have been put into this home including soaring 9’ ceilings, several transom windows, hardwood flooring, luxurious kitchen island with breakfast bar, a pantry, pot lights and AC already installed! The kitchen has white cabinets, under-cabinet lighting and upgraded range hood fan. Upstairs are the 4 BRs, a large 4 pc bath and the exquisite master with walk-in closet and 5 pc luxury ensuite. Come see it! John Clark* & Lorna Ronald*. $606,500

This updated home is well-designed with 3 BRs, 2 baths, 3-season sunroon and attached garage. Sliding doors from the dining area take you to the quaint outdoor living space with 12’ x 14’ stamped concrete, covered patio with skylights and a fenced rear yard. Upstairs is a renovated bath featuring whirlpool tub, free standing shower and ceramic floors. The rear addition houses the main floor laundry and 2 pc bath, patio and upstairs bath but also includes a basement area with rough in for bath and stairs leading to the single car garage. Nicely landscaped and ready to enjoy!ffice, play room, etc. Close to all kinds of amenities, clean, bright and ready to move into. John Clark*, Lorna Ronald*, Nancy Aikens* & Crista Aikens*. $434,900

Perhaps the largest and most private estate building lot in the City. 346 feet of frontage. Ideslly treed, with open space and pond/wetland area that abounds in nature. You can enjoy solitude yet also enjoy the convenience of restaurants, the Galaxy Cinema, schools and shopping minutes away. The best of both worlds. John Clark* & Lorna Ronald*. $875,000

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18-355 MacAlister Blvd., Guelph

END UNIT IN SOUTH END

Three BR, 3 baths and attached garage in this south end townhome close to transportation, schools and family lifestyles. It features three bedrooms, three baths, upstairs laundry and private rear yard. The spacious foyer leads to an open concept living area with adjoining two piece bath. The white kitchen has a backsplash and pot drawers plus stainless dishwasher and ceramic flooring. The rear door off the dinette area overlooks a private rear yard with fencing. Upstairs is a generous master bedroom with walk-in closet and ensuite bath with ceramic tub surround. This home has been freshly painted in neutral gray tones and shows like new. The basement is unfinished with larger windows and bath rough in. The complex attracts a variety of professionals, families and retirees. John Clark* & Lorna Ronald*. $364,900

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CONNEX REALTY INC.

Real Estate Brokerage • Independently Owned and Operated Gordon Dawe

Tyler Dawe

Adam Bendig

John Gaida

Sydney Fisher

Michele Dawe

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106 MAIN ST N, ROCKWOOD, ON N0B 2K0

11311 Regional Rd 25, Acton

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142 York Rd, Unit #15, Guelph

326 Cole Rd., Guelph

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NESTLED ON A MATURE TREED LOT

Well Maintained Bung. Tired Of Small Cramped Lots With No Space To Store The Boat Or Camper? Imagine A Mature 100 X 198 Ft. Lot! 1012 Sq.Ft. Bung Features A Cozy LR/DR With Wood Insert, 3+1 Bdrms, 2 Baths, Finished Basement, Large Backyard Where You Can Watch The Children Play While You Relax. Gord & Michele Dawe. $549,900

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3+1 bedroom semi-detached home in a great South-end location. Close to U of G, stone road mall, on a direct bus route and seconds to Hwy 6 makes this home perfect for students or commuters alike. Finally a home where all the work has been done......just move right in!!! Tyler Dawe & Adam Bendig $319,000

4 Bdrms (all above ground), 2 full bathrooms, 2 rooms with balconies & a great view of York Rd, park & the covered bridge. Fantastic location! Walking distance to U of G & Guelph’s downtown shops, restaurants & more! Located on a direct bus route. Great for quick transportation throughout the city. Large unfinished bsmnt with oversized egress windows, 3pc rough-in & ensuite laundry. Affordable 4 bdrm townhomes like these don’t last long. Tyler Dawe & Adam Bendig. $269,900

108 Ridge Rd., Rockwood

WELL CARED FOR BRICK TOWNHOME IN THE SCENIC VILLAGE OF ROCKWOOD Spacious Foyer With Slate Floor To Welcome Your Guests, Beautiful Living/Dining Rooms With Cathedral Ceilings, Beaded Corners, Hardwood Floors, Gas Fireplace, & Walkout To Patio. Bright Eat-In Kitchen With Potlights, Granite Countertops & Walk-In From Garage. Main Floor Laundry, Office & Master Bedroom With Walk-In Closet, 3 Piece Bath & Crown Mouldings. 2nd Floor Features 2 More Bedrooms, A Loft & 4 Piece Bath. Michele & Gord Dawe & Sydney Fisher $469,900

LARGE 1 BEDROOM (possibly 2) Country Property for Rent. $1,500/month inclusive. References & past tenancies required. Call Gord or Michele. 291 Main St. S., Rockwood

BEAUTIFUL CENTURY HOME In the Village of Rockwood. Walk through your backyard to the Conservation. This stately brick, 2178 sq. ft., 2 storey home will welcome your family & friends, large foyer, spacious living room with bay window & gas fireplace, separate dining room & eat-in kitchen. Hardwood floors, original pocket doors, wide halls, high ceilings & deep baseboards, front & back staircases. Gord, Michele & Sydney $549,900

122 Main St. S., Rockwood

104 Colonial Crt., Burlington

COMMERCIAL BUILDING INCLUDING A 3 BEDROOM HOME

Unique building on high traffic Main St in Rockwood. 2100 sq. ft. in total, store front, office, 3 entrances plus 3 bedroom with renovated kitchen & large dining room with hardwood floors. Cozy living room with french doors & a walkout to 26’ x 18’ deck. 2nd floor with 3 bedrooms plus sitting room, spacious master bedroom with skylight & walkout to 5.10’ x 9.4’ deck, 1-2 piece bath & a 1-4 piece bath. Lower level has 2 workshops, furnace room & storage plus walkout to parking. Michele & Gord Dawe.$349,900

PRIME LOCATION JUST SOUTH OF LAKESHORE!! Fall in love with this spectacular 3+1 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3045 sq.ft. home located on a quiet court. Almost half an acre close to Lake Ontario with the luxury of your own in-ground pool, landscaped gardens & a fully fenced private backyard. To see this beautiful property please check out the Virtual Tour at: www.myvisuallistings.com/pfsnb/212194. Gord Dawe & Sydney Fisher $1,699,900

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INSTANTLY INCREASE CURB APPEAL with a New Front Door Colour Curb appeal is an essential tool in the selling and staging of your home. Choosing a new front door colour is an instant and cost-effective way to give the exterior of your home a lift and make it welcoming, distinctive, and set the tone for what’s inside. With so many colours to choose from however, this can seem like a daunting task. Bearing this in mind, we have put together a few key points that will help you simplify the selection process so that you can create a memorable entrance to your home. STEP ONE Choose a Colour that Suits Your Home Step back from your house and observe what is around you. Consider the materials and colours that are already present on the exterior of your house by looking at the brick, siding, stone, trim, shutters, and roofing. The goal is to choose a colour for your exterior door that complements the existing colour palette but adds enough contrast so that it is distinguishable and becomes a feature. You may choose to pick a paint colour that enhances a tone in the brick or trim for example. Ultimately, there should be a sense of balance and harmony between the colours of your exterior. Another factor in selecting the colour of your front door is the architectural style of your home. Although you may love lime green, it may not be an appropriate fit with a Victorian house. Generally speaking, traditional homes use rich, deep hues, contemporary homes can handle

a bold colour, and Cottage/Farmhouse style suits a bright paint colour that is inspired by nature. Quick tip ideas: if the trim or exterior of the home is already a bold colour, pick a neutral door colour; light or bright colours work best with dark exteriors; bold and rich coloured front doors contrast nicely with muted/neutral exteriors STEP TWO Remember the Psychology of Colour Colour generates emotion. When considering a new front door colour, we should ask ourselves how this colour makes us feel and how this could affect potential buyers. To increase curb appeal, we need to select a colour choice that gives plenty of reasons for people to think positively about the home because the front door is the first impression of what’s to come! Using subtle/muted/pastel colours for the front door can emit a feeling of serenity and ease, whereas bold/bright colours create a sense of energy and cheerfulness. Below is a quick list of colours and their common emotional associations. Where do your preferences lie?

Red: Bold, Passionate, Confident Orange: Lively, Bright, Cheerful, Bold Yellow: Friendly, Cheerful, Optimistic Green: Organic, Natural, Restorative Blue: Soothing, Refreshing, Strength Purple: Creative, Luxurious, Dramatic Black: Dramatic, Glamorous, Elegant White: Clean, Fresh, Order STEP THREE Selecting the Right Finish of Paint The finish of paint you choose affects the look of your front door. You’ve gotten this far and chosen a new colour but now you are asked what finish you would like. For most front doors, semi-gloss exterior paint is perfect. However, if your home has an older wood door, you may consider using a low-lustre finish to reduce the appearance of imperfections that have developed with age and use. On the other hand, high gloss paints can create interesting texture against matte finished exteriors such as stone and give a polished, refined look to your front entrance.

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WITH THE APPROPRIATE TIME AND CONSIDERATIONS, CHOOSING A NEW PAINT COLOUR AND FINISH FOR YOUR FRONT DOOR WILL GIVE YOUR HOME A REVITALIZED SENSE OF CHARM AND WELCOME FOR ALL TO ENJOY!

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Smith Valeriote Law Firm LLP

DLC Home Capital Solutions Inc. (FSC010844)

MortgageGuys.com

www.SmithValeriote.com

www.HomeCapitalSolutions.ca

MortgageGuys.com

519-837-2100

PRICE

TIME

ADDRESS

REPRESENTATIVE

BROKERAGE

TBD

12:00-1:00 PM

175 Maiden Lane, Fergus

Carolyn Sullivan

Edge Realty Solutions

$329,900

12:00-1:30 PM

4 Ireland Place, Guelph

Karen Pagnan & Gay Gennings

Re/Max Real Estate Centre Inc.

$549,999

1:30-2:30 PM

8447 Wellington Rd 19, Belwood

Carolyn Sullivan

Edge Realty Solutions

$599,000

1:00-3:00 PM

131 Severn Drive, Guelph

Carl A. Leybourne

HomeLife Power Realty Inc.

$849,900

2:00-4:00 PM

50 Monticello Cres., Guelph

Lisa Chou

HomeLife Power Realty Inc.

1-877-862-8850

Silver

1-877-662-0225

519-836-6365

RBC Royal Bank

519-341-6900

1-866-871-9868

Mortgage.RBC.com

2016

Open Houses! Sunday, July 17

2016

PRICE

TIME

ADDRESS

REPRESENTATIVE

BROKERAGE

$244,900

2:00-4:00 PM

33-310 Christopher Dr., Guelph

Collette Aeschlimann

Royal LePage Royal City Realty

$329,900

12:00-1:30 PM

4 Ireland Place, Guelph

Karen Pagnan & Gay Gennings

Re/Max Real Estate Centre Inc.

$423,900

2:00-4:00 PM

26 Lonsdale Drive, Guelph

Linda Duszczysyn

Re/Max Real Estate Centre Inc.

$599,900

2:00-4:00 PM

27 Flaherty Drive, Guelph

Bryan Marquess

HomeLife Power Realty Inc.

$849,900

2:00-4:00 PM

50 Monticello Cres., Guelph

Lisa Chou

HomeLife Power Realty Inc.

Sold by a REALTOR® MLS® Market Analysis

Trillium West Real Estate

Planet Realty Inc.

At Home Group Realty Inc.

HomeLife Power Realty Inc.

Coldwell Banker Neumann

www.trilliumwest.com

www.PlanetRealty.ca

www.HomeGroupRealty.ca

www.HomeLifePower.ca

www.CBN.on.ca

226-314-1600

519-837-0900

226-780-0202

519-836-1072

519-821-3600

Bronze AmeriSpec

Pillar To Post

Professional Home Inspections

BrokerLink

Richard R. Morrow Law Office

Building Insights Inc.

RLB LLP

Champion Mortgage Inc.

TOWNSHIPS OF PUSLINCH AND GUELPH-ERAMOSA

Number of Homes

Includes detached, semi-detached, townhouses, & apartment units

Sold Year-to-Date

Home Inspection Services

Centre Staged Inc.

CITY OF GUELPH

CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP

Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors

StayBridge Suites

Guelph’s Only Extended Stay Hotel!

2016 2015

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2016 Trending: Down 2% from 2015

Year-to-Date

2015

Winmar Guelph

103

Includes detached, semi-detached, townhouses, & apartment units

The Real Estate Book

Peter A. McSherry Law Office

2016 Trending: Up 6% from 2015

2015

Year-to-Date

Teranet/Geowarehouse/Vimo

Welcome Home Inspection Services

174

101

Includes detached, semi-detached, townhouses, & apartment units

Lobban Stroud Ltd.

Paquette, Travers & Deutschmann

2015

2016

Year-to-Date

Home Improvement Professionals

Visual Advantage

184

Includes detached, semi-detached, townhouses, & apartment units

2016

Nelson Watson LLP

2016

Sold Year-to-Date

Average Sales Price Average Sales Price Average Sales Price

TD Canada Trust

Guelph & Wellington County

1076

2016 Trending: Up 6% from 2015

Cheryl Stelzer Barrister & Solicitor

Mortgage Architects

1136

Sold Year-to-Date

$399,622 $365,265

2016 Trending: Up 9% from 2015

Home Selling

2016

$374,913

2016

2015

$366,318

2015

2016 Trending: Up 2% from 2015

Home Selling

$637,128 $503,044

2016 Trending: Up 27% from 2015

Home Selling

Indicators (previous month)

Includes detached, semi-detached, townhouses, & apartment units

Months of Inventory

# Days on Market

2016 Trending: Seller’s Market

Months of Inventory

# Days on Market

2016 Trending: Seller’s Market

Months of Inventory

# Days on Market

2016 Trending: Seller’s Market

Updated May 31, 2016. Sales information has been drawn from sources deemed reliable, but accuracy and completeness of the information is not guaranteed. The Guelph & District Association of REALTORS® does not assume any responsibility or liability, and all numbers should be independently verified.