August 18, 2014 Issue 100 by The Real Estate Market Watch

WHAT’S INSIDE: Thinking of Selling this Winter? Now’s the Time for Photographs PAGE 6

HOMES FOR SALE Grimsby, Lincoln, West Lincoln & Niagara Listings PAGE 5

Waterfront | PAGE 3 Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Ancaster, Dundas & Glanbrook Listings PAGE 9

August 18, 2014 - Vol 67b

202 Central Avenue, Grimsby

Testimonial

Rob Golfi

Thanks Rob, for a job well done. Again, you proved to me that your experience and knowledge of the market made a big difference in the outcome on the sale of my property. I will definitely recommend you to friends, family and anyone who wants a true professional. Don Wilds

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About Rob Golfi

ob’s career in real estate began in October 1997 and putting the needs of his clients first has always been a primary principle. Rob joined RE/MAX Escarpment January 1st 1999. As his career grew and with changing times in the marketplace, Rob realized that the team concept was the next step in order to maintain the same level of service that his clients had come to expect. Hence, “The Golfi Team” was formed, comprised of a select group of individuals who work well together and share Rob’s team philosophy. In 2003, the team received the prestigious honour of being in the top 100 Real Estate Teams for RE/MAX Canada*. And this status continues to date*. Rob has received every major award available at RE/MAX including the Diamond Club (2010-2012)*, 100% Club (1999-2001)*, Platinum Club (2002)*, Chairmans Club (2003-2009)*, Hall of Fame (Inducted in 2003)*, and the Lifetime Achievement Award (Inducted in 2006)*, Circle of Legends (2013).* Rob’s experience and aggressive negotiating skills are key in this business. Any agent can list your house, but Rob’s knowledge and ability to negotiate constructively gives his clients peace of mind in dealing with the single most important investment in their lives. Rob has an extensive marketing background that compliments his real estate career. He has achieved an impressive visual identity in the market place. Rob also prides himself on his ability to stay current with in the industry and to remain competitive in the marketplace. His hard work and dedication has awarded him the honour of consistently ranked in the Top 5 of nearly 2500 sales agents in the Hamilton-Burlington and Niagara Area since (2003).** Currently (2013)* Rob is ranked Number 1 in transactions sales ends in the Hamilton-Burlington and Niagara Area.

“Each client is always treated with First Class Service.” *Based on RE/MAX Ontario Atlantic Canada annual commission criteria **Based on The Real Estate Association of Hamilton-Burlington total transactions January 1, 2003 – March 31, 2013.

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Waterfront WATERFRONT

WATERFRONT

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$774,900

63 Edgewater Drive Stunning view of the Lake! This beautiful Waterfront 4+1 bedroom home makes you feel like you are away from home! Main floor offers open concept with sliding doors to the patio. Have your morning coffee on the patio and sit back and enjoy the sound of the water! 2 master bedrooms with ensuites.

FORT ERIE

$799,900

GRIMSBY

3723 Niagara River Parkway

1 11th Street

BREATHTAKING vIEWS on 2 acres! 4+1 bdrm home features Oak hardwds, main flr master suite, irrigation sprinkler system, aerobic septic bed, backup gas generator, furnace 6yrs, new, roof 3yrs, gardeners greenhouse & a nicely landscaped yard! Docking rights available!

BIGGER THAN IT LOOKS! 2200 sq ft completely rebuilt Waterfront retreat w/180-degree views of Lake feat. 3 bedrms & 2 baths in a . Large master suite w/ensuite, two main floor bedrms, 3pc powder rm, two-level living area, spacious dining rm, & over sized chefs gourmet kitch. Turn the key & leave w/this zero maintenance freehold property!

$3,194 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

STOnEY CREEk

$737,000

37 Edgewater Drive WOW! The lakefront view is breathtaking! Newport Yacht club. 4 BRs, master w/ensuite, 2 way gas FP, & 9ft sliding door w/gorgeous view! Main flr is open concept w/hardwd flrs & FP in living rm, sliding doors to concrete deck inground lit path & fire pit at the lake’s edge. Fully finished basement!

GRIMSBY

WATERFRONT

$1,669,900

$589,900

WATERFRONT RETREAT 1900 sq.ft, 1-1/2 storey home with beautiful lake views. Features 4 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, vaulted ceilings, oak spiral staircase, professionally landscape yards. Call for a private viewing today! $2356 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

TRENDY BEACH BLvD – Spectacular & luxurious best describes this awesome beauty! Executive free hold townhome on waterfront trail with top quality finishes through-out, quartz, marble, porcelain, crown moulding, and oversized terraces, steps away to downtown Burlington & quick access to QEW $3,794 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

WATERFRONT

$955,000

hAMIlTOn EAST

$949,900

188 North Service Road

143 Lake Street

ONE ACRE GATED LAKEFRONT ESTATE - Features 4 bedrm home, w/fully-finished basement, 180 ft of armour rock shoreline protection. Everything has been updated from top to bottom in this magnificent show piece. Separate building can be a boat house or studio. view pictures on line.

FABULOUS FIND – Exclusive listing to the Golfi Team. Beautiful Waterfront lot sitting on 140 x 183 ft. lot on private cul-de-sac, build your dream home on the shores of lake Ontario, services include sewers, water and gas to lot line.

$3,814 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$6,665 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

WATERFRONT

90 Seabreeze Cres.

GRIMSBY

$949,900

1085 Beach Boulevard

$2,944 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

STOnEY CREEk

WATERFRONT

hAMIlTOn EAST

1083 Beach Boulevard

$3,591 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$3,095 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

WATERFRONT

$899,900

STOnEY CREEk

WATERFRONT

$619,900

FORT ERIE

$3,794 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

WATERFRONT

$849,900

STOnEY CREEk

$374,900

131 Edgewater Drive

1645 Niagara Parkway

515 North Service Road, Unit #2

THIS IS A 10++ LOCATED AT NEWPORT YACHT CLUB, biggest lot! Private Marina, new $60,000 designer gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line sub-zero fridge & wine storage, wolfe 6 burner gas stove, miele dishwasher, granite counter top with built-in island!

CUSTOM BUILT HOME facing the Niagara River, four large bedrooms, plus finished attic with roughed in bath for a fifth bedroom. Solid oak doors and trim throughout. Unspoiled basement with walkout. New C/A, Furnace ‘01. Roof ‘05. Does not disappoint!

$2,476 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$3,395 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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Whether you own an old home or a brand new one, there are a number of things that can fall short of requirements during a home inspection. If not dealt with, any of these 11 items could cost you dearly in terms of repair. That’s why it’s critical that you read this report before you list your home. If you wait until the building inspector flags these issues for you,

you will almost certainly experience costly delays in the close of your home sale or, worse, turn prospective buyers away altogether. In most cases, you can make a reasonable preinspection yourself if you know what you’re looking for, and knowing what you’re looking for can help you prevent little problems from growing into costly and

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Grimsby, Lincoln West Lincoln & Niagara

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2 ACREs

PElhAM

$699,900

WEST lInCOln

$264,900

571 Poth Street

8273 5th Concession Road

5 ACRE PROPERTY w/ large 4 bedrm home & barn w/ stalls. Home feat liv/rm, dinrm, eat-in maple kitchen, main flr master suite & fin bsemnt. Outdoor feat large pond, barn w/ 5 stalls, run in shed, 2 paddocks & exercise ring

2 ACRE COUNTRY PROPERTY on deep lot w/trees, meadow & pond w/island. Most of the home has been refinished w/new drywall. 4pc bath w/jetted tub. Cistern & drilled well (2010), C/Air (2010), most shingles (2010). Detached 2 door garage w/cement floor and loft area with large bright windows. Kitchen needs updating.

$2,795 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

GRIMSBY

$479,900

180 Main Street West 2 STOREY WITH IN-LAW. 4+2 bedrm, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, new kitchen, furnace & a/c, roof & back deck. Main floor home office, den & separate dining rm. In-law has separate entrance & driveway. $1,917 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

BEAMSvIllE

$159,900

1 Meadowood Lane BUILDING LOT RARE FIND - Fantastic opportunity to build your dream home on this 50.00 X 108.00 ft lot!, Sewer and water to lot line. Buyer pays town, regional charges and park dedication plus building permit, 4 lots available. Subject to severance in progress. HST may be applicable. $639 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$1,058 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

WATERFRONT

Docking Rights Available!

BEAMSvIllE

$159,900

BEAMSvIllE

$464,900

FORT ERIE

$799,900

BEAMSvIllE

$217,900

2 Meadowood Lane

4038 Bush Crescentt

3723 Niagara River Parkway

4340 Central Avenue

BUILDING LOT RARE FIND - Fantastic opportunity to build your dream home on this 50.00 X 108.00 ft lot!, Sewer and water to lot line. Buyer pays town, regional charges and park dedication plus building permit, 4 lots available. Subject to severance in progress. HST may be applicable.

LARGE OPEN CONCEPT 2 plus 1 Brick Bungalow in great location, energy star home, high quality finishes, quartz counters, hardwood floors, upgraded windows, fully finished basement complete with 3 piece bathroom. Composite deck, interlock patio, retractable awing, large double car garage, main floor laundry.

BREATHTAKING vIEWS ON 2 ACRES! 4+1 BR home features Oak hardwds, main flr master suite, irrigation sprinkler system, aerobic septic bed, backup gas generator, furnace 6yrs, roof 3yrs, gardeners greenhouse & a nicely landscaped yard! Docking rights available!

WHAT A DOLL HOUSE! Clean & beautifully kept home in fantastic condition features shingles 6 years new, all thermal vinyl windows, gorgeous hardwd flrs under all broadlm, long concrete drive w/fenced yard & personal greenhouse backing onto church park, & close to all amenities. Shows like a dream!

$639 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

WATERFRONT

GRIMSBY 1 11th Street

BEAMSvIllE

$299,900

WAInFlEET

$389,900

WAInFlEET

$499,900

4496 Comfort Crescent

40830 Forks Road

40830A Forks Road

SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION close to splash pad, parks, schools, QEW & conveniences! Walk in & feel at home no expense spared boasts hrdwd flrs, ceramics, kitch island, back splash, gas fireplace, bedrm level laund., lrg Mbed w/ensuite, central vac, & fenced yard. Backs onto park!!

2.8 ACRES OF COUNTRY LIvING with pond. Updated 2 storey country charmer. This home has it all, 4 bedroom, 2 full baths, large eat-in kitchen, main floor office, laundry and mudroom. Outside features a lovely wrap-around porch and 4 car garage.

WORK/LIvE 6 yr old, 60x225’ industrial workshop. 6” concrete flr, steel roof/siding, insul ceiling, clear span, scissor trusses, 4 roll-up doors, 2 hoists, 16 ft ceiling in centre, tube htg, 200 amp service. SQ ft 13,500. $1,997 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$1,557 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$1,197 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$3,591 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

WATERFRONT

37 ACREs

$959,900

342 Kemp Road West CUSTOM BUILT home on 37 acres. Features nanny's quarters or 2 bedroom in-law suite, 2 fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, ceramics, vaulted ceilings, in-ground pool, 3 car gar. Barn w/13 stalls, 4 paddocks & a 60x140 arena. Minutes from town! $3,834 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

FORT ERIE

$849,900

$989,000

P/L#23 Durham Road ZONED LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL with 5.5 acres and 602 feet of frontage on Durham Rd. $3,954 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

SMIThvIllE

$399,900

1645 Niagara Parkway

7 Wade Road

BEAUTIFUL LARGE LOT can possibly be severed for a corner building lot or build a garage. Buyer to verify zoning reg. 4 level side split in prime location on quiet deadend street. 3+2 bdrms, in-ground pool, walkup from bsmt, double garage, & large driveway. Updated kitchen, windows, hdwd floors and roof.

$3,395 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

WEST lInCOln

$539,900

8326 3rd Concession Road HUNTERS & HOBBIESTS – Everything has been done to this 3 bedrm raised ranch with 48x32 car garage or workshop, sitting on 10 acres with 7 acres of bush. Updates include windows & furnace 2011, updated kitchen cabinets with granite counters & backsplash, professionally finished basement and much more. $2,156 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

ST. CAThARInES

$252,900

15 Lakeside Drive, Unit 39 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSe with amazing views of the lake! Resort style living. Large eat in kitchen, living room with corner gas fireplace, updated flooring, freshly painted. In-ground pool, large courtyard, private deck off patio doors, lower level finished. $1,010 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$1,789 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

1.36 ACREs

10 ACREs

5.5 ACREs

BEAMSvIllE

$870 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

2.8 ACREs

$899,900

GRIMSBY

$3,194 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$1,857 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

WATERFRONT

GRIMSBY

$589,900

168 Saw Mill Road BACKING ONTO 40 MILE CREEK-Custom newly built 2 storey country home w/detached 3 car garage sitting on 1.36 acres fenced, features open concept w/large family size kitchen & island, 4 large sunny bedrooms, professionally landscaped, high speed internet available, close to Bruce Trail and minutes to town. $2,356 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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GRIMSBY

$1,669,900

188 North Service Road ONE ACRE GATED LAKEFRONT ESTATE - Features 4 bedrm home, w/fully-finished basement, 180 ft of armour rock shoreline protection. Everything has been updated from top to bottom in this magnificent show piece. Separate building can be a boat house or studio. view pictures on line. $6,665 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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Exceptional Real Estate Market in July (August 6, 2014 – Hamilton, Ontario) The REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington (RAHB) reported 1559 property sales processed through the RAHB Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) system in July. This represents a 21.5 per cent increase in sales compared to July of last year. There were 1968 properties listed in July, an increase of 5.5 per cent over the same month last year. End-of-month listing inventory was 8.4 per cent lower than last year at the same time. “July is typically a little quieter after

the spring market,” said RAHB CEO Ross Godsoe. “but this year is an exception. Sales were not only higher than average, but were the highest for a July in over 10 years.” Seasonally adjusted sales of residential properties were 18.6 per cent higher than the same month last year, with the average sale price up 6.9 per cent for the month. Seasonally adjusted numbers of new listings were 6.1 per cent higher than the same month last year. Actual overall residential sales were 21.3 per cent higher than the previous

year at the same time. Residential freehold sales were 20.8 per cent higher than last year while the condominium market saw an increase of 23.3 per cent in sales. The average price of freehold properties showed an increase of 8.1 per cent compared to the same month last year; the average sale price in the condominium market increased 6.3 per cent when compared to the same period last year. The average sale price is based on the total dollar volume of all properties sold in the RAHB market area. Average sale price information can be useful in estab-

lishing long term trends, but should not be used as an indicator that specific properties have increased or decreased in value. The average days on the market decreased from 42 to 36 days in the freehold market and from 45 to 39 days in the condominium market when compared to the same month last year. Year to date, listings are 2.5 per cent higher than the same January-to-July period a year ago. Sales are seven per cent higher and the average sale price is 5.5 per cent higher for the period.

Municipal Year-to-Date Statistics July 2013 vs July 2014 P R E S E N T E D

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Based on sales data on all home sales from July 2013 vs July 2014, REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington

Listed YTD

Expired YTD

Sold YTD

Average Selling Price

Average Days on Market

Selling % of List Price

ANCASTER (DISTRICT 42)

2014 2013

672 607

76 85

393 389

$492,745 $474,773

44 52

98% 98%

BURLINGTON (DIST. 30 to 36 & 38)

2014 2013

2759 2785

186 217

2081 1977

$508,088 $487,916

31 32

99% 98%

DUNDAS (DISTRICT 41)

2014 2013

279 271

19 17

207 195

$403,700 $382,474

36 45

98% 98%

GLANBROOK (DISTRICT 53)

2014 2013

369 404

43 59

263 269

$357,643 $336,959

58 57

98% 98%

GRIMSBY (DISTRICT 54,55)

2014 2013

402 380

45 50

280 245

$363,203 $346,895

43 50

98% 98%

HAMILTON EAST (DIST. 23,24,27,28,29)

2014 2013

670 666

60 66

497 496

$226,164 $203,325

32 45

98% 97%

HAMILTON WEST (DIST. 10, 11, 12)

2014 2013

587 598

44 57

456 409

$333,645 $320,365

35 38

99% 99%

HAMILTON MTN (DIST. 15,16,17,18,25,26)

2014 2013

1599 1459

110 122

1222 1135

$301,287 $280,921

29 35

99% 98%

HAMILTON CTRL (DIST. 13,14,20,21,22)

2014 2013

925 985

101 141

656 689

$200,973 $173,562

37 42

98% 97%

BEAMSVILLE (DISTRICT 981)

2014 2013

167 164

16 14

131 104

$320,522 $295,106

47 46

98% 98%

WEST LINCOLN (DISTRICT 56, 982)

2014 2013

61 88

12 10

28 44

$391,696 $392,903

55 60

97% 97%

SMITHVILLE (DISTRICT 57)

2014 2013

77 73

6 7

68 41

$295,978 $266,449

60 52

98% 97%

STONEY CREEK (DISTRICT 50,51,52)

2014 2013

960 846

95 105

665 575

$357,156 $325,684

37 40

98% 98%

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Thinking of Selling this Winter? Now’s the Time for Photographs

FREE Professional Photography Services in August

e’re in the final weeks of summer – families are busy enjoying the weather, planning vacations and keeping the kids busy before they head back to school. Though you may have a ton of priorities on your plate this summer, if you’re thinking of selling at all come the winter months, there is one thing you should plan ahead – your photographs. Realtors know that photographs help sell homes faster. With 90 per cent of home buyers going online to view properties, your home is being assessed before anyone steps foot inside your home. How your home looks online is a buyer’s first impression – you don’t want potential

buyers dismissing yours because of the way it’s been photographed. It’s not just about having photographs, the quality of the photographs is also a crucial factor. Having a professional photographer is a must in today’s fast-moving real estate market. With all of the new photographic techniques, a photographic expert can have your home tell a whole new story through their lens! Have you ever searched properties that fit your criteria but at closer inspection saw images of cluttered rooms, odd photographed angles and dull photo quality? A photographer will absolutely make your home look its best, even if it’s not staged. Having the expertise of a professional

photographer only enhances your property’s appeal. So, why are we asking you to think of your winter listing now? Well, look around – your property always looks its best when the weather is at its best. Gardens are in bloom, the grass is lush and green, your gazebo begs relaxation, and, if you have a pool, the water surface is glistening. Now’s the time to photograph your stunning front and back yards. Backtracking later by rifling through your family’s summer barbecue photos just won’t cut it and will only cause you stress. Why wait until the snow covers your beautiful landscaped property? With a bit of pre-planning, you will have the right visual tools to market your property in any season. Are you thinking of listing your home this coming winter? We are offering professional photography services free for the month of August. Contact us so we can get started on ensuring the right photographs are taken now so your home’s outdoor spaces shows their best when it’s time to list.

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Hamilton, Stoney Creek Ancaster, Dundas & Glanbrook

$129,900

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$269,900

285 King Street, Unit #3

187 Sanford Avenue North

GREAT LOCATION, NEAR MC MASTER! Fabulous ground floor two bedroom. The Chantilly is filled with character and Century features. Nicely decorated, shows beautifully, lots of closets and storage, newer tile floors and refinished hardwood. Bathroom and kitchen updated.

GREAT INvESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Currently set up as a 3 unit home. Updates include furnace, water heater, and roof (2011). Potential rental income: Basement unit $750, Main unit $950, Upper unit $1200. $1,078 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$519 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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$315,900

116 Hoover Crescent SECRET GARDEN PARADISE!! Well established in a prime mountain location! Bungalow with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, carport with storage shed. Partial finished basement (walls studded), new windows, granite counters and ceramic flooring in kitchen and shingles in 2012. Side entrance could accommodate in-law.

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$229,900

459 Greenhill Avenue LOCATION ROCKS!! Updated and ready to go, shingles 2009, A/C furnace 2006, Concrete drive & windows 2007, freshly painted, refinished hardwood floors, new stainless kitchen appliances included, updated kitchen cabinets. Close to Red hill, shopping, schools & Park! $918 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$1,262 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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$315,000

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$274,900

STOnEY CREEk

$489,900

67 Cleghorn Drive

78 Lorraine Drive

293 McNeilly Road

Perfect family home in desirable Binbrook! Upgrades from beginning to end. Mocha oak cabinetry in kitch w/granite counter tops & deep under mount sinks, S.S. appliances including Bosch dishwasher. Gleaming dark hardwd throughout, wrought iron spindles in staircase & custom built deck w/pergola.

Great mountain location! This 3 bedrm, 2 bathrm bungalow is great for potential rental income. Interlock driveway and walkway w/great landscaping, fully finished basement w/side entrance including gas fireplace, full eat in kitch connecting to fabulous 4 season sun rm & hardwd flrs throughout.

Custom built 4 bedrm home includes updated kitchen with granite counters, updated bathroom, new carpeting, furnace. Features ceramic & hardwood flooring, main floor laundry & den, finished basement w/ in-law set up & fully fenced yard.

$1,258 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$1,098 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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$179,900

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$209,900

$1,957 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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$99,900

11 Harrisford Street South, Unit #5

208 Glow Avenue

3 bedroom Townhouse in great location! Easy highway access, sunken living room, patio doors to rear patio, dining room, eat in kitchen finished rec room and more.

START PACKING!! All brick one floor plan w/separate side entrance, bsmt has a huge rec room, bedroom and 4 piece bath, CAN YOU SAY IN-LAW?!! Concrete drive, new 98 sq. foot storage shed, separate dining room. Windows, shingles, kitchen and bath updated. Place shows 10++.

CUTE ONE FLOOR PLAN, and same owners for 24 years!! Front concrete drive, nice fenced in backyard w/sliding doors from kitchen, new windows and doors. Great location, close to new Centre Mall and parks.

$838 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$471 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$719 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

95 Hope Avenue

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$949,900

1083 Beach Boulevard TRENDY BEACH BLvD – Spectacular & luxurious best describes this awesome beauty! Executive free hold townhome on waterfront trail with top quality finishes through-out, quartz, marble, porcelain, crown moulding, and oversized terraces, steps away to downtown Burlington & quick access to QEW $3,794 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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$269,900

37 Cliff Avenue SUPER MOUNTAIN LOCATION! Well-appointed 3 bedrm, 2 bath home! Great family neighbourhood, fully finished basement w/walk up to backyard, lrg front porch & rear deck, & numerous updates. Furnace & new panel & wiring updates in ‘12. Attic insulated June ‘13. $1,347 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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$269,900

4207 Governors Road SUN DRENCHED COUNTRY HOME. Great country location, near the city. 4 bedrooms, big family room addition w/wood stove and walkout to private rear deck. Walk to Lynden Park. Numerous updates, some insulation and drywall, basement waterproofed, back roof re-shingled, vinyl windows. $1,078 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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$479,900

$619,900

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$129,900

131 Edgewater Drive

342 Dalhousie Street

MCMASTER STUDENT RENTAL! Best location for student rental at Mac, on university side of Main Street. Same owner for 32 years, numerous updates with big garage. Four rooms not yet rented. $3000.00 a month income when fully rented and students pay utilities. Walk to university, shopping and on main bus line.

THIS IS A 10++ located at Newport Yacht Club, biggest lot! Private Marina, new $60,000 designer gourmet kitchen with top of the line sub zero fridge & wine storage, wolfe 6 burner gas stove, miele dishwasher, granite counter top with built in island!

Location Rocks!! Short bus ride to Wilfrid Laurier Campus. Convenient Location for Tenants. Both units occupied on month to month. Side parking and huge backyard. $475 + hydro/water upstairs and $650 + hydro/water downstairs. Seller pays gas and water heater rental.

$2,476 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$519 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$1,917 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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STOnEY CREEk

14 Cottrill Street

1 ACRE

$949,900

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$339,900

1087 Beach Boulevard

193 Parkwood Crescent

FANTASTIC LOCATION!! Walk to Limeridge mall & parks. Features a spiral staircase, main flr fam room w/gas fireplace, separate dining room, laundry was on the main LvL and can be moved back, large master bedroom with walk in closet and ensuite, large partially finished basement and fenced rear yard with deck. Shingles replaced in 2002.

$3,794 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

$1,358 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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$599,900

1489 /2 Highway #8

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OUTSTANDING & IMMACULATE custom built 1760 sq.ft. all brick bungalow sitting on one acre with 3 car garage, featuring beautiful hardwood through-out, stylish kitchen with granite counter tops, main floor laundry, partially finished basement with 3pc bath & rough in for kitchen.

$399,900

723 Ridge Road

BEAUTIFUL ESCARPMENT vIEWS! Prime location on Ridge Road, close to all amenities. This property has a home suitable for renting or building your dream home. Buyer to satisfy themselves with building permits & costs.

$2,396 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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$1,597 per/mth P&I / O.A.C.

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