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88 ERINGATE DR. - Stoney Creek, ON

Bedrooms: 3+1  Bathrooms: 4
Total Living Space: 2,726 Sq Ft
Lot Size: 30 x 163

Price: $1,199,000

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2432 MARYVALE COURT - Burlington, ON

Bedrooms: 3  Bathrooms: 2
Total Living Space: 1,328 Sq Ft
Lot Size: 24 x 82 

Price: $599,900

Quiet Crescent In Millcroft!

4210 SAUNDERS CRES. - Burlington

Bedrooms: 3  Bathrooms: 3
Total Living Space: 2200 Sq Ft
Lot Size: 25 x 125 (pie shaped)

Price: $3,500/mth

Stunning Waterfront Condo!

35 SOUTHSHORE CRES. #102 - Stoney Creek

Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1
Living Space: 679 sqft
Lot Size: N/A

Price: $1900/mth

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337 BEACH BLVD. #22 - HAMILTON

Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2
Living Space: 1380 sqft
Lot Size: N/A

Price: SOLD for 122 % of List Price

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89 DUNKIRK DR., Hamilton

Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2
Living Space: 746 sqft
Lot Size: 45 x 115 

Price: SOLD CONDITIONAL

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5010 CORPORATE DR. - Burlington, ON,

Bedrooms: 1+den Bathrooms: 1 
Living Space: 702 sqft 
Locker: 1 Parking: 1 

Price:  SOLD for 108% of List Price

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Appointments are trending upward, as buyers continue to enter the market and inventory increases. The sold/appointment index also inches upward, as buyers continue to view many properties before successfully finding a home in this competitive seller’s market. 

Appointments continue to outstrip last year’s numbers, as in 2020 we were still in the grip of the original COVID-19 lock down. Pent up demand, out-of-town buyers and successful health and safety measures are causing the demand this year to continue to grow. 

In Hamilton, mid price ranges continue to be in the highest  demand, with the more luxurious $1-2M price ranges holding the #5 spot. In Burlington, slightly higher prices make up the majority of top price ranges, with $1-2M taking the top spot. Niagara continues to represent the more affordable price ranges.

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Those engaged in the Ontario real estate market right are likely wondering what’s allowed and perhaps more importantly, what’s not allowed, under the new province-wide Stay-At-Home order that took effect last week. The emergency order is the third of its kind, in response to record-high COVID-19 case counts and particularly in light of the more-contagious and deadlier variants. To help clarify things from a real estate perspective, here’s what homebuyers and sellers need to know.

Why have the new rules been imposed?

The current Stay-At-Home order aims to reduce mobility to curb the spread of COVID-19, which is now officially into its third wave. The threat to overwhelm the health-care system is palpable, with the number of positive cases hovering at a record-high, alongside rising hospitalizations and ICU occupancy. The Ford government increased restrictions last week, requiring everyone to stay home except for essential reasons including grocery shopping or attending the pharmacy, accessing health care services (including vaccination appointments), to get outdoor exercise, or for work that cannot be done from home. This means tighter rules for restaurants (now closed for dine-in) and restrictions on retail of non-essential goods. Indoor events and social gatherings are not permitted, except with members of your own household (or one other household, if you live alone). Outdoor gatherings are also limited to those from the same household. Schools have transitioned to online learning following the delayed Spring Break. And starting today, Ontario’s borders with Manitoba and Quebec will have checkpoints, only allowing for “essential travel.” Real estate continues to operate under strict guidelines, having been classified as an essential service at the beginning of the pandemic. Meanwhile, the race is on to get vaccines into arms as soon as possible, with the province ramping up efforts by expanding the phased roll-out to include high-risk populations including front-line workers, and “hot-spot” neighbourhoods

“The COVID-19 situation is at a critical stage and we must act quickly and decisively to stay ahead of these deadly new variants,” said Premier Ford in a press release. “By imposing these strict new measures we will keep people safe while allowing our vaccination program to reach more people, starting with our high risk population and identified hot spots. Although this is difficult, I urge everyone to follow these public health measures and together we will defeat this deadly virus.”

The new measures took effect on April 8 across Ontario and are expected to remain in place for at least four weeks.

What’s the impact on real estate activity?

There were no changes from a home-buying or selling perspective. However, the State of Emergency does mean that open houses are prohibited in regions under the shutdown and stay-at-home orders, but property showings are permitted by appointment only. The Real Estate Council of Ontario has further recommended that brokers and agents limit showings to situations where they are necessary.

Ontario real estate and COVID-19:

It’s no secret that the global pandemic has dramatically impacted the Ontario real estate industry, from how agents perform their day-to-day duties, to how consumers engage in the market. The pandemic has been a fixture since early spring, so many of the rules and “best practices” that were established at that time remain in effect as we move through this third wave:

Masks are required in indoor and outdoor public spaces, when social distancing is not possible. This recommendation was made as part of the second Stay-At-Home order.

Real estate remains an essential service, which means transactions can continue under strict guidelines. While agents are advising their clients to “hold off” on selling their homes right now if they can avoid it, it’s important to recognize that under certain circumstances, delaying the transaction is not an option.

Open houses are banned. There are no exceptions to this rule, and it will remain in place until the Province lifts lockdown restrictions.

In-person showings are permitted by appointment only, when required. Showings can have a maximum of two visitors at a given time, plus the agent; masks must be worn at all times; and surfaces/hands must be sanitized before and after showings.

Virtual real estate transactions and digital tools replace in-person contact whenever possible.

The good news for Ontario real estate

Canadian real estate has been surprisingly resilient amidst this public health crisis and the economic fallout. The government and other organizations quickly stepped to offer financial relief to Canadians impacted by the pandemic, and the Bank of Canada reduced its key interest rate to an unprecedented 0.25% in an effort to stimulate the economy. Despite a deep but short-lived decline in housing market activity last spring, residential sales and prices quickly rebounded from coast to coast, with Ontario real estate posting record growth in 2020. The trend continues thus far in 2021.

RE/MAX continues to be committed to safe transactions. Government recommendations at the federal, provincial, and municipal levels are constantly changing. At RE/MAX, we want to offer homebuyers and sellers stability and comfort knowing your real estate needs are still being met in a safe and responsible manner. REMAX.ca continues to offer up-to-the-minute listings, accurate home estimates, and timely, valuable real estate news on the RE/MAX Canada Blog — especially important at this time. While RE/MAX remains open for business, our agents and brokers are taking all necessary precautions as recommended by the various health agencies and government. Article Soure: Re/Max.ca