Tina Smith Real Estate

Set on a street lined with century-old homes, the 110-year-old Craftsman boasts another bit of L.A. history it was once owned by Edward Warren Hoak, the chief designer of Union Station, real estate records show.

Check out this home! Brand new, luxury 4 bedroom, 5 washroom detached brick home fronting on a park area. All bedrooms come with ensuite washrooms. Over 3600 square feet above grade, with 10-foot ceilings on the main level and 9-foot ceilings on the 2nd floor and in the basement. Approximately $50K spent on builder upgrades. Close to Mississauga and many amenities. Click for more photos and details.

Check out this home! Fall in love with this 600 square foot unit - including the vintage leopard patterned hallway carpet at King West's Gotham Lofts. This open-concept original authentic hard loft features large windows, exposed brick, as well as wood posts and beams. Has soaring 10-foot ceilings. South-facing with a quiet garden view. New laminate floors. Freshly painted. Updated cabinets. Click for more photos and details.

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Certain rustic features, like shiplap and barn doors, are starting to date themselves.

hankfully, there are more affordable options in the province’s real estate market than Toronto-area prices show.

A good budget plan begins one or two years before the buyer makes an offer.

Check out this home! Welcome to this large 3+2 bedroom brick bungalow with an attached garage. This home has been lovingly cared for and updated by its original owner. Enjoy an updated kitchen, bathrooms, windows & hardwood floors throughout. The finished basement is spacious with 2 bedrooms, a large recreation room, and a 3-piece bathroom and includes lots of storage. Click for more photos and details.

This trend isn’t being driven by major cities like Toronto or Ottawa. Instead, small commuter suburbs and cottage country are what’s leading the market.