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The COVID-19 Pandemic And Shifts in Home Type Demands in Major Canadian Cities

Since the declaration of the COVID-19 as a pandemic by the WHO in early 2020, many shifts have happened in industries across Canada & the world. The impact on the real estate market in Toronto & Vancouver, the two hottest cities of gossip when it comes to real estate market trends, is noteworthy. 

Suburb Homes Over Urban Condos

With more work-from-home measures put into place by many offices, the demand for condos in the city core has dropped. While the price ad maintained at a slight 0.8% increase, the number of sales were down 8.5% for condos in the Toronto core area in October 2020. The number of condo listings in Downtown Toronto had spiked by 215% in this period. A similar tone was seen in Vancouver when September 2020 showed a 14% median decrease in condo prices compared to the same month a year ago amidst increasing inventory.

Conversely, the suburb areas of Toronto and Vancouver saw increasing demand, especially in townhomes and detached homes which offer more space for those who are spending more time working from home. While condo prices dropped, detached houses soared in Vancouver in the 2nd half of 2020, and some suburbs of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) saw 20% increase in detached home prices in September 2020.

Highway to Toronto Suburbs
Highway 401 is a main artery that connects Toronto to its many suburbs.

Neighbourhoods to Watch For outside of the Toronto Core

Milton, Ontario

Milton is among the suburbs that saw approximately 20% increase in pricing this year with a great surge in demand. It boasts a great scenery indeed, as it is a rural community that kept its natural beauty. If you want trails & parks with the access to shops & amenities, this might be your next place to call home. You can check out the parks & trails as well as recent MLS® listings for sale in Milton (ON) here. Milton was also dubbed the fastest growing community in Canada and is rapidly finding a balance between its countryside charm and modern shops, restaurants & amenities, so you won’t feel boredom there.

Mississauga, Ontario

A much shorter distance to the Downtown Toronto core, Mississauga is a mixture of a business mecca as well as a quiet suburb. Accessible via the highway or the Go Train, Mississauga is the perfect balance of convenience & quiet. Mississauga offers a blend of luxurious neighbourhoods, great school catchments, as well as conveniently located high-rise condos to suit a wide range of needs for those seeking to leave the downtown core. Being a business core with a cosmopolitan vibe, it also boasts some great restaurants that can rival those in the Toronto downtown area!

 
 
 
 
 
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Communities to Look Out For outside of Vancouver, BC

Port Moody, BC

Truly a picturesque city, Port Moody is one of the most sought after cities outside of Vancouver, BC. Enjoy Rocky Point Park for the waterfront experience (there are many more parks in Port Moody), and browse its many breweries that are thriving such as the Twin Sails Brewing or Yellow Dog Brewing Co. While it used to be predominantly detached houses (with some incredible luxury houses in Belcarra & Anmore, for example), the Skytrain adjacent regions have been developed with thousands of new condo buildings to offer more affordable homes that offer easy accessibility to Downtown Vancouver. 

Port Coquitlam, BC

The furthest of the Tri-Cities, this suburb offers a great lifestyle & convenience. Accessible via the Skytrain with more station extensions on the table, this town offers a blend of affordability with great shops & amenities (it has a Costco) and a blend of condos & houses to please all demographics. It is home to many parks & trails, including The Trabolay Poco Trail. With a population of almost 60,000 and growing at just under 1% per year, this region has been a solid neighbourhood to call home for many working families in BC.

  • November 9, 2020
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New Upcoming Developments around Metro Vancouver

Vancouver city has become an attractive area for many building developers which found it as a profitable real estate market. There are new and different projects for towers/condos, townhomes and larger homes around Port Moody, Brentwood mall and on Cambie Corridor. Between the most popular new developments are:

The Grande at Suter Brook Village

The building is planned to has 26 floors, with condos from different sizes with 1, 2 and 3 rooms. Between the various amenities, the residents will enjoy of fitness facilities at the Grande Health & Fitness Club while having dream views of the North Shore mountains.

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Waterfall Lumina

Modern design homes with 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms. Between the different amenities that the development is offering are fitness facility, dog run, outdoor theatre and easy access to different parks and natural areas.


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567 Clarke and Como

The Coquitlam tallest tower with 49 floors ranging from $349,900 to $739,900. The development is well located close to Lougheed town centre with many accessible shops and restaurants nearby. Between the different benefits, the residents will enjoy of 20,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor facilities and a Public Plaza.

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Arcola Townhomes

A townhouse development located in Burnaby Highgate close to Metrotown and Edmonds Skytrain Station. An urbanization near to schools and community centres with unique townhomes from 1,432  to 1,541 sq ft.

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Platform

A condo development with 104 modern design homes developed by Aragon Properties. The project will be close to Port Moody Skytrain Station, it offers 6 floors studios with one bedroom, two bedroom and condos and houses with three bedrooms.

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Parc Elise

A new condo and townhouse developed by DAVA Developments located in Cambie Street, next to the Queen Elizabeth Park. Under the features, the development has 102 units and 6 storey building with balconies and outstanding outdoor areas.


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  • July 18, 2017
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Lifestyle Oriented Condo Towers in Canada

When looking for accommodations in Canada condos appear as attractive options for residents due to its convenience, relative cost-effectiveness as well as availability. We picked five condo developments in Vancouver, Toronto and Victoria which based their amenities and lifestyle provisions to provide a better condo living experience.

Fairmont Pacific Rim (Dream condos)

If you are looking for an unforgettable space, the Fairmont Pacific Rim is the right option for you. It offers luxurious, modern and stunning accommodations in a desirable location with fantastic views of the city. The listings range from $1,450,000 to $4,125,000. The Fairmont Pacific Rim provides a pool, hot tub, sauna, 24 hrs concierge, gym, spa, and pets are allowed. The Fairmont Pacific Rim excels in providing a delightful and an extraordinary living experience to its guests.

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Unit 3007 Fairmont Pacific Rim

 


Unit 3007 Fairmont Pacific Rim

 

 


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Olympic Village (Urban high-tech buildings design)

Olympic Village emphasizes on offering a sustainable urban style along the waterfront of False Creek. It provides various unit sizes (1 Bedroom Condos, 2 Bedroom Condos, Townhomes, Penthouses and Lofts) and accessible buildings located in Vancouver Westside, with easy access to various restaurants, stores and recreational facilities.

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Olympic Village (False Creek), Vancouver West. 1 Bedroom Condo.

 


Olympic Village (False Creek), Vancouver West. 1 Bedroom Condo.


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Cresford (Practical Spaces)

In Toronto, Cresford is a condo developer with different luxury downtown locations focusing on high quality and attention to detail buildings which results in practical and livable spaces. Under their current projects are the sophisticated Halo residences, Clover on Young, Vox, Casa II, 1Thousand Bay which offers a unique lifestyle experience.

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Casa II condos. Image taken from: http://urbantoronto.ca/


Casa II condos. Image taken from: http://urbantoronto.ca/


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Aura Tower (Toronto’s tallest condominium)

Aura Tower is Known as the tallest Toronto’s condo with 80 floors. Aura’s offers penthouses from $2.4M to $3.7M with different amenities as a fantastic building design, 24-hour concierge service and access to fitness facilities.

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Image taken from: http://www.canderelrentals.com/


Image taken from: http://www.canderelrentals.com/


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989 (Urban Condo Style)

In Victoria, 989 is a condo development  by Cox Developments Ltd planned to be done in 2018. The development will have two towers with 15- 17 storey each one. 989 will be near to different restaurants, shopping centres, and theatres which make the livable experience comfortable, fun and unique. Between the various benefits, its residents will enjoy fantastic views, modern kitchen spaces, customized bedroom spaces and electric vehicle parking stations.


Image taken from https://www.buzzbuzzhome.com/us/989-victoria

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  • July 9, 2017
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