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Brantford Real Estate Market Snapshot – What’s Hot (and What’s Not) in Early 2025

The latest numbers show a clear divide between price points, property types, and neighbourhoods. Some segments are moving quickly, with sellers holding the upper hand. Others have cooled dramatically, giving buyers the edge. Here’s what you need to know if you’re thinking about buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on the local market.

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Twilight Zone or Golden Opportunity? What’s Really Going On in Canada’s Housing Market Right Now

Over the past three years, Canada’s housing market has felt like a roller coaster with no end in sight. Between sky-high prices, rate shocks, and buyer hesitation, even seasoned Realtors are calling this period “terrible,” “paralyzed,” and “a Twilight Zone.” But here’s the twist—right now, as we head deeper into 2025, we might be standing at a rare moment of opportunity, especially for buyers who are ready to act.

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Southern Ontario Housing Market: Why Demand Is at a 15+ Year Low

Southern Ontario’s resale housing market is experiencing its weakest demand since the 2008-09 financial crisis. Home sales have plunged from the pandemic-era frenzy to levels last seen over a decade ago. This analysis clearly explains the market conditions and anticipates what’s next.

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Brantford Real Estate Market Report – March 2025

Welcome to the March 2025 Brantford Real Estate Report, where we look back at what happened in February and put it into context for buyers, sellers, and homeowners. If you have any questions about these numbers or how they might impact your real estate goals, don’t hesitate to reach out.

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🏡 Brantford Real Estate Market Update – February 2025

As we enter February, the Brantford real estate market is showing signs of stability, opportunity, and momentum. While January started slow—partly due to seasonal trends, a cold snap, and global political distractions—the fundamentals of the market remain strong.

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Bank of Canada Rate Cut: What It Means for the Real Estate Market

The Bank of Canada announced another 0.25% rate cut today, bringing the policy rate down to 3%. While this may seem like a small change, the bigger story is the total effect of the rate cuts over the last year. Comparing the mortgage environment from 2024 to what it will be in 2025 shows a dramatically improved landscape for borrowing money—good news for homebuyers, businesses, and the overall economy.

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Why Aren’t Homes Selling? Common Mistakes Sellers Make in Today’s Market

Selling a home isn’t as easy as it used to be. Some homes are still moving quickly, but many are sitting on the market longer than expected. If you’re thinking about selling, understanding why some homes struggle to sell can help you avoid the same pitfalls.

The good news? Homes that are priced right, presented well and marketed effectively are still selling. Let’s break down the most common mistakes sellers make—and what you can do to make sure your home doesn’t fall into the same trap.

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The Brantford Rental Market - Fall 2024

The rental market analysis for real estate investors highlights the expected rental prices across various property types and bedroom configurations based on the most recent 60 days of market data. Apartments show a wide range of rents, with one-bedroom units achieving between $1,300 and $2,200, while two-bedroom units range from $1,450 to $2,400. Basement apartments provide more stable rents, with two-bedroom units typically fetching around $1,600. Larger homes offer higher returns, with three-bedroom houses renting between $2,457 and $3,100, and four-bedroom homes commanding up to $3,200. This report equips investors with insights into potential rental income, allowing for informed decision-making based on property type and size.

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Big Changes In The Fall Real Estate Market

Current trends paint a picture of a dynamic landscape shaped by historical patterns, economic shifts, and evolving buyer preferences. As we delve into October's figures, we find the median sale price of residential homes continuing its upward trajectory at $650,000, marking a steady rise amid fluctuating interest rates and a recovering market from the downturn influenced by the Bank of Canada's previous rate hikes. While the market shows a robust year-over-year price increase, it remains in a state of balance, with a significant portion of sales concentrated in homes under the $800,000 mark and properties listed for less than six weeks demonstrating the highest turnover.

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Brantford Real Estate Market Shifting Dramatically

September brought about a significant increase in the number of properties listed in Brantford. We saw 283 properties listed for sale, marking a 30% increase from both August and the previous year. Historically, this is the highest for a September in the last decade. However, a good portion of these are not new listings but are re-listings of properties that had been temporarily taken off the market.

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