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Market Report | July 2023


In July 2023, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) witnessed an increase in home sales, new listings, and prices compared to July 2022. Despite this growth, the momentum slowed following the Bank of Canada's rate adjustments in June. TRREB officials have voiced concerns over the future impact of uncertain borrowing costs and the need for cohesive housing policies amid rising immigration targets.

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4 Trends In Indoor-Outdoor Architecture And Design

While architecture and decor constantly evolve, styles that holistically unite a home’s interior and exterior environments will always maintain their value. That’s particularly true as homeowners look for ways to improve their physical and mental well-being and reconnect with nature by spending more time outdoors.

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Video Of The Week: Stonebrook In Brisbane, Australia

Cocooned within an exceptionally secluded and rare five-acre sanctuary, Stonebrook was brought to life by celebrated New Zealand architects Sumich Chaplin, and seamlessly intertwines opulence and comfort to create a landmark residence.

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What’s Old Is New Again: 4 Ingenious Home Transformations

Whether a restyled former synagogue or a transfigured community theater, these four properties have been painstakingly, fashionably modified, respecting each one’s provenance while introducing architectural and aesthetic innovations

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The Summer Season At Sotheby’s

Coinciding with the re-opening of the National Portrait Gallery in London on 22 June, and forming part of their Portrait Mode program, this summer Sotheby’s will host a celebration of portraiture with a season of exhibitions and events, complementing the traditional marquee auctions of fine art.

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4 Homes With Astonishing Water Features

Luxury estates often feature water, an element that affords a sense of total relaxation and peacefulness. While conventional pools remain incredibly popular amenities, water features offer unique visual resplendence and musical rhythms. 

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Market Report | June 2023

Home sales and the average selling price in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) in June 2023 remained above last year’s levels. Seasonally adjusted sales dipped on a month-over-month basis. The seasonally adjusted average selling price and the MLS® Home Price Index (HPI) Composite benchmark were up compared to the previous month.

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Inside Billy Joel’s Spectacular Long Island Waterfront Mansion

Billy Joel is not only celebrated in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, but in the Long Island Music Hall of Fame as well—since it’s in New York’s scenic town of Oyster Bay that he came of age.

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5 Ideas to Reinvent Your Backyard Patio Experience

The winter season is the perfect time to start planning for a backyard reinvention, especially when temperatures are below freezing and homeowners are reminiscing about spending time outdoors in warmer temperatures. There is often motivation to draw up plans, order supplies, discover deals and prepare for tackling projects as soon as the weather permits. Here are 5 ideas to help inspire your planning and help you take full advantage of your outdoor area.

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The Sweetest Delights: Exploring Markham's Top 5 Bakeries

Toronto is a city of unparalleled dining options, a thriving arts and entertainment scene, and a multicultural demographic with more than half of its population hailing from outside the country. It even has an airport in the downtown core.

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Market Report | May 2023

The GTA housing market saw a surge in sales in May 2023, but the limited supply of homes failed to keep up with the high demand, resulting in increased competition and rising prices. However, the unexpected interest rate hike in June introduces uncertainty and potential implications for the market in the upcoming summer months.

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Seamless Style: 4 Homes Ideal For Indoor-Outdoor Living

In coveted locales from Santa Fe to San Francisco, these four estates are perfect for the long, lovely days of summer, effortlessly blending outdoor spaces with easy access to indoor comforts and conveniences.

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