March 2015 property sales surpass February’s at a 41.8% increase, with an overall sale increase of 356 properties. Just as predicted in early February, a fast approaching spring market shows promise. Included in March sales are 980 residential class properties, and 228 condominium class properties, noting that any which style of property registered as a…
DetailsMark Your Calendars With only a little over a month to spare, Canadians are preparing for the largest Charity Garage Sale in Canada. On Saturday May 9th, 2015 Royal LePage offices coast to coast will be hosting the National Garage Sale for Shelter, where 100% of proceeds will go toward women and children who have…
DetailsRoyal LePage is pleased to share the outstanding volunteer efforts of John Gomes, a sales representative for Royal LePage Performance Realty. John is hosting the second annual Fifty Seven Ride cycling charity event. Last year John and a few others embarked on a four day cycle from Toronto to Ottawa to raise funds for the Cancer Society. This year…
DetailsThe History Behind Sandy Hill Sandy Hill is a historic Ottawa neighbourhood located just to the east of the city’s downtown core, featuring an eclectic assortment of property types and a wide selection of amenities for its residents. While there are many privately owned residential properties in the neighbourhood, including both houses and condominiums, Sandy…
DetailsRoyal LePage Performance Realty Brokers Volunteer Royal LePage is pleased to share the outstanding volunteer efforts of Eric Van Hofwegen, a Commercial Real Estate Broker for Royal LePage Performance Realty. He and Charlene, a dental hygienist from Ottawa, joined Health Teams International for a week of volunteering medical services to those in Cabarete, Dominican Republic.…
DetailsWith spring just around the corner, you may want to begin prepping your home for sale. Buyers will have many big picture questions, like structural and functional considerations, so as the seller you need to make an instant impression right off the start – by properly staging your home! Sorry – a fresh coat of paint and…
DetailsThe Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) has released its monthly sales statistics for February 2015, reporting that members of the Board sold 853 residential properties across Ottawa during the month. This is a decrease of 1.7% over the same month of last year, and below the five-year average for February sales which is 914. Spring…
DetailsOttawa is known around the world as the glorious capital city of Canada, and the city’s downtown is at the heart of it all. Whether you’re looking for a unique shopping experience, fine dining, an exciting night out on the town, or an in-depth look at Canada’s national history, Ottawa’s downtown offers something for everyone.…
DetailsThe Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) released its monthly home sales statistics yesterday, reporting that national home sales decreased 3.1% on a month-over-month basis in January. Sales were down in about 60% of all local housing markets, with the monthly decline largely reflecting fewer sales in Alberta and Saskatchewan. Real Estate Market Remains Balanced According…
DetailsLocated just west of the Central Experimental Farm, Central Park is one of Ottawa’s fastest-growing residential communities. Considered to be a newer neighbourhood in comparison to the more established areas surrounding it, like Carlington or Fisher Heights, Central Park includes a mix of both older and newer homes. Ideal Neighbourhood with Variety of Amenities The…
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