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Waterloo Region Condo Market cooling with increased inventory and fewer buyers

I hope you are having a great start to summer and enjoyed the Canada Day Long weekend. I know the golfers have had some mixed weather but for the most part the grass is still nice and green. 

The stats are out for June and we have seen some cooling in the real estate market here in Waterloo Region. Listing inventory is growing and it seems that the buyers are staying on the sidelines waiting for rates to come down a little more. Let’s dive into the stats to take a look… 

In June, a total of 674 homes were sold, which represents a decrease of 13.7 per cent compared to the same period last year and a decline of 24.8 per cent compared to the average number of homes sold in the previous ten years for the same month.

Total residential sales in June included 424 detached (down 9.6 per cent from June 2023), and 136 townhouses (down 8.7 per cent). Sales also included 66 condominium units (down 44.5 per cent) and 47 semi-detached homes (up 14.6 per cent).

In June, the average sale price for all residential properties in Waterloo Region was $790,945. This represents a 5.8 per cent decrease compared to June 2023 and a 3.3 per cent decrease compared to May 2024.

  • The average price of a detached home was $900,307. This represents a 10.3 per cent decrease from June 2023 and a decrease of 4.6 per cent compared to May 2024.
  • The average sale price for a townhouse was $663,642. This represents a 0.6 per cent decrease from June 2023 and an increase of 2.0 per cent compared to May 2024.
  • The average sale price for an apartment-style condominium was $462,145. This represents a decrease of 1.8 per cent from June 2023 and an increase of 0.5 per cent compared to May 2024.
  • The average sale price for a semi was $649,353. This represents a decrease of 6.7 per cent compared to June 2023 and a decrease of 7.2 per cent compared to May 2024.

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MLS® Home Price Index Benchmark Price
 Kitchener-WaterlooCambridge
Benchmark Type:June 2024Monthly % ChangeYr./Yr. % ChangeJune 2024Monthly % ChangeYr./Yr. % Change
Composite$741,500-1.4-5.6$755,200-0.7-3.1
Detached$852,900-1.6-5.1$791,900-0.6-3.1
Townhouse$626,400-1.2-3.9$652,600-0.7-0.6
Apartment$455,800-0.5-4.7$490,600-1.11.6
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The average selling price for residential properties has decreased by 5.8 per cent since June 2023, with detached homes showing the most significant drop at 10.3 percent. This indicates a broader softness in the market and a shifting from a Sellers market to a more balanced market at the moment. The silver lining is this presents a more favourable pricing environment for buyers, with more choices, greater flexibility, and the potential to negotiate better deals.

There were 1,431 new listings added  last month, an increase of 7.6 per cent compared to June last year and a 10.6 per cent increase compared to the previous ten-year average for June.

The total number of homes available for sale in active status at the end of June was 1,790, an increase of 75.5 per cent compared to June of last year and 31.9 per cent above the previous ten-year average of 1,357 listings for June.

Market-wide inventory levels were up 73.7 per cent, with 3.3 months’ supply for all property types at the end of June. The property type that gained the most inventory was the condo apartment segment, which increased by 103.1 percent. That amounts to 6.5 months’ supply for condo apartments, 2.8 months for detached homes, and 3.2 months for townhouses.  The number of months of inventory represents the amount of time it would take to sell off current inventories at the current sales rate.

The average number of days to sell in June was 18, compared to 15 days in June 2023. The previous 5-year average is 15 days. 

If you have any questions at all, are thinking of making a move this summer and wondering what your home might be worth, give me a call or text to 519-497-4646 and we can sit down for a coffee and chat about your family’s needs going forward.

Enjoy the rest of your July!

Kevin

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March Home and Condo Sales Slump in March for Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge

I hope you had a nice Easter long weekend with the family last week and got to enjoy some time together making new memories. The Easter bunny came to our place too in the form of 4 new chickens and 2 ducks for our newly constructed coop 🙂

The stats for March came out and Waterloo Region experienced record low home sales. The market is tight for inventory once again and multiple offers are showing up for well priced homes in the 700-900k range. 

Let’s take a look at the numbers….

In March, a total of 596 homes were sold, this represents a decrease of 3.2% compared to the same period last year and a decline of 33.4% compared to the average number of homes sold in the previous 5 years for the same month. 

Despite the challenging market conditions, the first quarter of 2024 saw an increase in home sales, marking an 8.0 per cent rise compared to the previous year. However, these figures still fall short of the first-quarter sales of the past decade. 

While home sales in Waterloo Region hit a record low for March in over two decades, we’re also witnessing a positive trend.   Over the past three months, prices and activity have started to pick up, and I expect this momentum will continue into the spring.    

Total residential sales in March included 344 detached (down 3.9 per cent from March 2023), and 127 townhouses (down 0.8 per cent). Sales also included 86 condominium units (down 1.1 per cent) and 37 semi-detached homes (down 11.9 per cent).  

In March, the average sale price for all residential properties in Waterloo Region was $806,279. This represents a 3.6 per cent increase compared to March 2023 and a 6.6 per cent increase compared to February 2024.  

  • The average price of a detached home was $954,342. This represents a 4.9 per cent increase from March 2023 and an increase of 7.3 per cent compared to February 2024.  
  • The average sale price for a townhouse was $667,810. This represents a 4.4 per cent increase from March 2023 and an increase of 6.0 per cent compared to February 2024.  
  • The average sale price for an apartment-style condominium was $483,085. This represents an increase of 0.3 per cent from March 2023 and an increase of 5.3 per cent compared to February 2024.  
  • The average sale price for a semi was $680,039. This represents a decrease of 2.9 per cent compared to March 2023 and an increase of 1.0 per cent compared to February 2024. 

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MLS® Home Price Index Benchmark Price 
 Kitchener-Waterloo Cambridge 
Benchmark Type: March 2024 Monthly % Change Yr./Yr. % Change March 2024 Monthly % Change Yr./Yr. % Change 
Composite $740,900 1.6 0.0 $747,500 0.7 0.9 
Detached $853,800 1.5 1.3 $780,100 0.8 1.1 
Townhouse $614,900 2.3 1.3 $652,400 0.6 2.4 
Apartment $461,900 2.1 -0.7 $490,500 2.8 3.4 
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Home prices have been gradually increasing since December, which is a typical trend that we see going into a spring market. The rate and extent of further increases will depend on the willingness and patience of potential home buyers who have been waiting for lower interest rates before making their purchase. With the Bank of Canada not anticipated to make any rate changes before its June meeting, some potential home buyers may feel stuck in limbo.  

There were 1,023 new listings added last month, an increase of 18.7 per cent compared to March last year and a 15.9 percent decrease compared to the previous ten-year average for March.  

The total number of homes available for sale in active status at the end of March was 1,081 an increase of 54.0 per cent compared to March of last year and 1.1 per cent below the previous ten-year average of 1,093 listings for March. 

At the end of March, there were 1.9 months of inventory, a 58.3 percent increase compared to last year and 18.8 percent above the previous 10-year average. The number of months of inventory represents how long it would take to sell off current inventories at the current sales rate.   

The average number of days to sell in March was 19, the same number as March 2023. The previous 5-year average was 18 days.   

If you are thinking about buying a new home, It is my belief that we are going to see home prices rise throughout 2024 and once the Bank of Canada starts lowering rates the acceleration of prices will increase as buyers that have been sitting on the sidelines will jump back into the market. 

If you have any questions at all, are thinking of making a move this spring and wondering what your home might be worth, give me a call or text to 519-497-4646 and we can sit down for a coffee and chat about your family’s needs going forward.

Enjoy the rest of your April and the nice weather that is coming. 

Kevin

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Condo market softer while the housing market remains steady in Kitchener Waterloo and Cambridge

I hope you are and your family are enjoying the mild winter we have had so far. The ground hogs predicted an early spring, which is not good news for all the skiiers.

The stats are out for the housing market here in Waterloo Region for January. Lets take a look at the numbers.

In January, there were 375 homes sold, representing an increase of 25.4 per cent compared to the previous year and a decline of 7.4 per cent compared to the previous 10-year average for the month.

January is traditionally a slower time of year for home sales, but it’s reassuring to see the increase compared to last year. This time last year, we hit an all-time low in January home sales, and while this year has begun with sales below the historical average, the market is showing signs of improvement.        

Total residential sales in January included 206 detached (up 15.7 per cent from January 2023), and 85 townhouses (up 39.3 per cent). Sales also included 56 condominium units (up 30.2 per cent) and 19 semi-detached homes (up 11.8 per cent).

In January, the average sale price for all residential properties in Waterloo Region was $762,174. This represents a 0.1 per cent decrease compared to January 2023 and a 3.2 per cent increase compared to December 2023.

  • The average price of a detached home was $911,262. This represents a 2.9 per cent increase from January 2023 and an increase of 7.5 per cent compared to December 2023.
  • The average sale price for a townhouse was $638,162. This represents a 2.0 per cent increase from January 2023 and an increase of 2.7 per cent compared to December 2023.
  • The average sale price for an apartment-style condominium was $446,146. This represents a decrease of 10.0 per cent from January 2023 and a decrease of 8.7 per cent compared to December 2023.
  • The average sale price for a semi was $631,995. This represents a decrease of 2.9 per cent compared to January 2023 and an increase of 3.1 per cent compared to December 2023.

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MLS® Home Price Index Benchmark Price
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Benchmark Type:January 2024Monthly % ChangeYr./Yr. % ChangeJanuary 2024Monthly % ChangeYr./Yr. % Change
Composite$714,6001.30.1$747,8005.83.8
Detached$820,7002.82.6$777,9007.04.3
Townhouse$597,500-0.7-0.4$658,7000.23.7
Apartment$444,000-5.9-7.3$487,100-2.20.2
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We are optimistic that this year will have more stability than last. With the Bank of Canada holding steady at a 5.0% benchmark interest rate, they recognize the overall economy has slowed down. However, housing is a key metric, and we expect the Bank to maintain a balanced response so long as housing continues with moderate growth in 2024 rather than any dramatic increases.

There was 720 new listings added last month, an increase of 23.5 per cent compared to January last year and a 3.9 per cent decrease compared to the previous ten-year average for January.

The total number of homes available for sale in active status at the end of January was 855 an increase of 33.4 per cent compared to January of last year and 1.2 per cent below the previous ten-year average of 865 listings for January.

At the end of January, there were 1.5 months of inventory, a 50.0 percent increase compared to last year and 15.4 percent above the previous 10-year average. The number of months of inventory represents how long it would take to sell off current inventories at the current sales rate.  

With the exception of condo apartment property types, we saw mostly yearly and monthly price gains across the housing types. This is because there is more supply in the condo segment (2.8 months) compared to the other property types.

The average number of days to sell in January was 33, compared to 25 days in January 2023. The previous 5-year average is 20 days. 

If you are thinking of making a move in the next couple of months or are just wondering what your neighbors home sold for, please give me a call or text at 519-497-4646 or email kevinbakerrealestate@gmail.com.

Lets sit down for a coffee and talk about your families needs going forward. 

Have a wonderful February!

Kevin

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February Sales Down But Prices Remain Steady

I hope you and your family are enjoying a wonderful weekend and survived the house dumping of snow we received last night. The February Real Estate stats are out for Waterloo region and inventory is tight and sales continue to stay low as prices are remaining steady. Lets take a look at the numbers…

Sales volume set a new low for the month of February, with 439 homes sold, representing a decrease of 45.0 per cent compared to February 2022 and 31.5 per cent below the previous 5-year average for the month.

Once again, we experienced record low listing sales in February,  Increased borrowing costs, coupled with a shortage of housing supply and strong demand, have put a strain on prospective buyers as affordability continues to be a top concern; however, home prices have remained stable for the past several months.

Total residential sales in February included 256 detached (down 45.3 per cent from February 2022), and 100 townhouses (down 33.3 per cent). Sales also included 55 condominium units (down 52.6 per cent) and 28 semi-detached homes (down 56.3 per cent).

In February, the average sale price for all residential properties in Waterloo Region was $758,698. This represents a 25.1 per cent decrease compared to February 2022 and a 0.6 per cent decrease compared to January 2023.

  • The average price of a detached home was $877,884. This represents a 26.0 per cent decrease from February 2022 and a decrease 0.9 per cent compared to January 2023.
  • The average sale price for a townhouse was $642,777. This represents a 25.6 per cent decrease from February 2022 and an increase of 2.7 per cent compared to January 2023.
  • The average sale price for an apartment-style condominium was $461,322. This represents a decrease of 19.2 per cent from February 2022 and a decrease of 6.9 per cent compared to January 2023.
  • The average sale price for a semi was $667,250. This represents a decrease of 25.8 per cent compared to February 2022 and an increase of 2.6 per cent compared to January 2023.
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MLS® Home Price Index Benchmark Price
 Kitchener-WaterlooCambridge
Benchmark Type:February 2023Monthly % ChangeYr./Yr. % ChangeFebruary 2023Monthly % ChangeYr./Yr. % Change
Composite$726,5003.0-24.2$742,3001.6-25.3
Detached$822,8004.2-24.8$770,8001.8-27.0
Townhouse$588,5000.9-22.3$637,400-0.2-13.8
Apartment$473,800-1.6-14.3$492,1000.9-7.6

Limited supply and the small number of listings coming to the market continues to be a trend within the region. There may be some hesitation for those considering selling their property due to decreased reported sale prices; however, with demand continuing to outpace supply and prices stabilizing, sellers are in a healthy position to make their move coming into a spring market. 

Although prices have fallen more than 20 per cent from their peak in February 2022, they remain significantly higher than three years ago, which is great news for our local market. 

There were 671 new listings added last month, a decrease of 37.1 per cent compared to February of last year and a 24.8 per cent decrease compared to the previous ten-year average for February.

The total number of homes available for sale in active status at the end of February was 692, an increase of 75.2 per cent compared to February of last year and 38.0 per cent below the previous ten-year average of 1117 listings for February.

The number of months of inventory is up 140.0 per cent compared to February of last year, but still historically low at 1.2 months. The number of months of inventory represents how long it would take to sell off current inventories at the current sales rate.  

The average number of days to sell in February was 20, compared to 8 days in February 2022. The previous 5-year average is 16 days. 

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The Real Estate market is changing very quickly, so If you are thinking of buying or selling this spring,  wondering what the neighbor’s place sold for, or have any questions at all, give me a call, text at 519-497-4646 or shoot me an email to kevinbakerrealestate@gmail.com

Enjoy a wonderful March with your families!

Kevin


Condo Prices and Sales Continue to fall in Kitchener Waterloo

I hope you and your family are doing well and enjoying the beautiful August weather we are having. Hopefully if you are in town you have also been able to enjoy some wonderful free music at the Kitchener Blues Festival going on all weekend!

The Stats are out for July and things are still trending up on available homes for sale and trending down on average prices throughout the region. The stress of increasing mortgage rates are putting more pressure on the consumers ability to purchase a home which keeps prices from finding a bottom at this point. 

There were 550 residential homes were sold in July, a decrease of 32.8 per cent compared to July 2021, and 32.3 per cent below the previous 5-year average for the month. We’re seeing a clear shift in the market and what people can afford to purchase or are willing to pay. On the bright side for buyers, it’s not the extreme sellers’ market it was.

Total residential sales in July included 337 detached (down 30.4 per cent from July 2021), and 112 townhouses (down 32.9 per cent). Sales also included 65 condominium units (down 39.3 per cent) and 36 semi-detached homes (down 41.0 per cent).

In July, the average sale price for all residential properties in Waterloo Region was $752,301. This represents a 1.2 per cent decrease compared to July 2021 and a 4.9 per cent decrease compared to June 2022.

  • The average price of a detached home was $842,241. This represents a 6.0 per cent decrease from July 2021 and a decrease of 7.0 per cent compared to June 2022.
  • The average sale price for a townhouse was $642,750. This represents a 3.6 per cent increase from July 2021 and a decrease of 3.3 per cent compared to June 2022.
  • The average sale price for an apartment-style condominium was $521,731. This represents an increase of 20.4 per cent from July 2021 and an increase of 4.1 per cent compared to June 2022.
  • The average sale price for a semi was $661,087. This represents an increase of 1.0 per cent compared to July 2021 and a decrease of 5.4 per cent compared to June 2022.
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Benchmark Type:July 2022Monthly % ChangeYr./Yr. % ChangeJuly 2022Monthly % ChangeYr./Yr. % Change
Composite$749,000-5.31.1$776,900-3.93.4
Detached$827,100-5.6-0.8$789,600-4.21.3
Townhouse$642,500-5.110.5$760,500-2.617.7
Apartment$524,800-2.317.4$584,700-0.020.1
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The real estate market is cooling across the province, and we are seeing significantly fewer buyers from the GTA, which is also impacting prices, however, this is not entirely bad news since the previous market was not sustainable. The surprising thing is we are seeing rents continue to rise. The demad for rental properties has increased which is putting pressure there as well. 

There were 1,174 new listings added last month, an increase of 34.0 per cent compared to July of last year, and a 9.2 per cent increase compared to the previous ten-year average for July.

The total number of homes available for sale in active status at the end of July was 1,283, an increase of 215.2 per cent compared to July of last year, and 19.5 per cent below the previous ten-year average of 1593 listings for July.

The number of months of inventory was 1.7 months in July, as it was in June. While this is still at historic lows, the last time it was near this range was September of 2019 when it was 1.6 months.  The number of months of inventory represents how long it would take to sell off current inventories at the current sales rate.  

The average number of days to sell in July was 18, compared to 11 days in July 2021. The previous 5-year average is 17 days. 

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If you are thinking of buying or selling this summer and fall,  wondering what the neighbor’s place sold for, or have any questions at all, give me a call, text at 519-497-4646 or shoot me an email to kevinbakerrealestate@gmail.com

Enjoy the nice weather and have a great rest of the summer!

Kevin


March Condo Sales up but prices dip for Kitchener Waterloo Real Estate

I hope you and your family are doing well. Looks like spring is here and Easter is just around the corner.  The March stats are out and home sales are up over February,  but prices have taken a small dip from the february average as well. Lets take a look at the numbers…

There were 725 residential homes sold in March 2022 is a decrease of 27.1 per cent compared to March 2021, which continues to hold the record for most home sales in a single month. On a month-over-month basis, sales in March were up 19.4 per cent compared to February 2022. The previous ten-year average number of residential sales for March is 599.

The skyrocketing prices of the last two months took a bit of a breather in March, with the overall average price dipping five per cent compared to what we saw in February. While it is too soon to draw conclusions from just one month of home sales, I know many will be comforted to see a leveling off on the average price, no matter how incremental.

Total residential sales in March included 416 detached (down 29.7 per cent from March 2021), and 114 condominium units (down 9.5 per cent). Sales also included 64 semi-detached homes (down 17.9 per cent) and 131 townhouses (down 33.8 per cent).

In March, the average sale price for all residential properties in the Kitchener-Waterloo area was $960,181. This represents a 25.5 per cent increase over March 2021 and a 4.6 per cent decrease compared to February 2022.

    • The average price of a detached home was $1,132,637. This represents a 25.9 per cent increase from March 2021 and a decrease 6.4 per cent compared to February 2022.

The MLS® HPI composite benchmark price for all residential properties in Kitchener-Waterloo was $960,100 in March. This represents a 29.6 per cent increase over March 2021 and a 1.5 per cent decrease compared to February 2022.

    • The benchmark price for a detached home was $1,046,200. This represents a 28.1 per cent increase from March 2021 and 4.0 per cent decrease compared to February 2022.

Even though the average price decreased across all property types on a month-to-month basis, the MLS® HPI showed continued monthly gains for both townhouse and apartment property types. As the province feels its way out of the pandemic, we are beginning to see some very preliminary signs of a potential cooling. We are not seeing quite as many multiple offers and some offers are coming in with conditions. Of course, when we say cooling, we’re talking about a market that has been scorching hot which is why we are pleased to see this happening.

There were 1,131 new listings added last month, a decrease 16.8 per cent compared to the record topping number of listings added in March of last year, and a 28.0 per cent increase compared to the previous ten-year average for March.

The total number of homes available for sale in active status at the end of March was 441, an increase of 1.1 per cent compared to March of last year, and 59.0 per cent below the previous ten-year average of 1,072 listings for March.

The number of months of inventory nudged up to 0.7 months in March from 0.5 months in February. Inventory has been under the one-month mark since October 2020. The number of months of inventory represents how long it would take to sell off current inventories at the current rate of sales.

The average number of days to sell in March was 8 days, the same as it was in March 2021. The previous 5-year average is 16 days.

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If you are thinking of buying or selling this spring, wondering what the neighbor’s place sold for, or have any questions at all, give me a call, text at 519-497-4646 or shoot me an email to kevinbakerrealestate@gmail.com

Enjoy the nicer weather and have a wonderful Easter with your family!

Kevin


It Was a Crazy Real Estate Market in Waterloo Region in January!!

Hope you and your family have been doing well and everyone is staying safe. With the lockdowns in place and the kids home from school it is definitely a different winter season indeed. There is some great news though… the Waterloo Region real estate market is still on FIRE! The average price of a detached home in the region hits a new milstone… Breaking $800,000… WOW!!!

There were 351 residential homes sold in January, an increase of 24.9 per cent compared to January 2020, and an increase of 1.4 per cent compared to the previous month. The previous 10-year average number of residential sales for January is 286.

Total residential sales in January included 201 detached (up 31.3 per cent from January 2020), and 71 condominium units (up 97 per cent). Sales also included 21 semi-detached homes (unchanged) and 56 freehold townhouses (down 17.6 per cent).

In January, the average sale price of all residential properties sold in 2021 increased by 23.9 per cent to $695,582 compared to the same month last year. Meanwhile, the average price of a detached home hit a new milestone by exceeding 800-thousand-dollars for the first time, coming in at $853,945 an increase of 27.3 per cent. During this same period, the average sale price for an apartment-style condominium was $383,196 for a decrease of 1.4 per cent. Townhomes and semis sold for an average of $566,345 (up 29 per cent) and $626,512 (up 29.3 per cent) respectively.

The median price of all residential properties sold in January increased 25.9 per cent to $680,000 and the median price of a detached home during the same period increased 23.3 per cent to $801,500.

With demand for homes in the region very strong, the consumer preference is leaning predominantly toward single detached homes. In January we saw buyers paying a premium for this property type, Conversely, even as condo sales were increasing in January, we saw prices for this style of housing soften by comparison.

Supply is just not able to keep up with continuing demand, much of it coming from the GTA, for the strong increases in home prices in Waterloo Region and in many other parts across the province. The number of months of inventory in Waterloo region has numbered less than 1 month since October. The number of months of inventory represents how long it would take to sell off current inventories at the current rate of sales.

There were 432 new listings added to the MLS® System in KW and area last month, a decrease of 7.4 per cent compared to January of last year, and 37.6 per cent decrease compared to the previous ten-year average for January.

The average number of days to sell in January was 16 days, compared to 22 days in January 2020 and a previous 5-year average of 30 days

If you are thinking of buying or selling in the coming months, wonder what the neighbor sold for, or have any questions at all, give me a call, text at 519-497-4646 or shoot me an email to kevinbaker@kwhometeam.ca. 

Have a wonderful weekend and stay safe!

Kevin