Exciting new development in Burlington’s downtown West. Illumina is Burlington’s new light!
The sleek line. The confident posture. Illumina heralds a new era of luxury living in Burlington, where the majesty of Lake Ontario and the vibrancy of this enchanting city are at your doorstep. Created by the award-winning team at Graziani + Corazza, Illumina is a statement of elegance with a view to Burlington’s future – one that only the Molinaro Group can offer, given its 50+ years of creating landmark residences.
From the moment you enter Illumina’s hotel-inspired lobby, the high life begins – be it through sophisticated social occasions on the rooftop terrace, or getting your glow on in the modern fitness studio. Embrace the views with Illumina’s light-filled amenities that further define luxury living. Here, you’re close to everything you know and love about Burlington; and just far enough away from the rush of downtown to enjoy the quiet retreat you desire.
Gallery Condos + Lofts will be located at Brant and James in downtown Burlington, and was inspired by the city’s vibrant arts scene.
The 22-storey building will feature a four-storey podium with a unique cutaway corner, and a wide streetscape. The rooftop will feature barbecues, a fire feature and stunning views in every direction. Also included is a fitness facility, along with a yoga studio with an indoor/outdoor stretching area and a heated indoor pool with lounge areas, as well as a multi-purpose party room with a bar and dining room.
Large balconies and chef-style kitchens augment each of the 161 open-concept suites. Units with lofts are available on the gallery level, and highlight urban finishes like 10- foot ceilings and barn doors. The master ensuite in the loft units include a one-of-a-kind, four-piece spa bath. This signature feature places the tub in a five- by five-foot room for a totally relaxing environment.
Click here to visit the Gallery Condos + Lofts website.
Located at Brant and James in downtown Burlington, Gallery Condos + Lofts was inspired by the city’s vibrant arts scene.
The 22-storey building will feature a four-storey podium with a unique cutaway corner, and a wide streetscape. The rooftop will feature barbecues, a fire feature and stunning views in every direction. Also included is a fitness facility, along with a yoga studio with an indoor/outdoor stretching area and a heated indoor pool with lounge areas, as well as a multi-purpose party room with a bar and dining room.
Large balconies and chef-style kitchens augment each of the 161 open-concept suites. Units with lofts are available on the gallery level, and highlight urban finishes like 10- foot ceilings and barn doors. The master ensuite in the loft units include a one-of-a-kind, four-piece spa bath. This signature feature places the tub in a five- by five-foot room for a totally relaxing environment.
Click here to visit the Gallery Condos + Lofts website.
Hamilton, ON (January 16, 2020) – The REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington (RAHB) reported 12,866 sales of residential properties located within the RAHB market area were processed through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System in 2019. This is 10.1 per cent more sales than in 2018. The average price of a residential property in 2019 was $587,745. This is up 4.9 per cent from 2018, and 95.3 per cent higher from 10 years ago. New residential listings were down 4 per cent compared to the previous year.
“The RAHB residential market has balanced out from the high activity experienced in 2016 and 2017; however, increases in average price and number of sales, paired with a decrease in new listings, indicates that 2019 favoured sellers more than in 2018,” says RAHB CEO Carol Ann Burrell. “Buyers in 2019 were able to take more time to find their preferred, and in many cases more affordable, property compared to previous years, and so the sellers’ market was not as noticeable.”
When the residential statistics are broken out into the four main RAHB market areas, Hamilton experienced a 1.7 per cent increase in listings, a 13.3 per cent increase in sales, and a 6.2 per cent increase in average price to $525,843; Burlington saw a decrease in listings by 5.7 per cent, an increase in sales by 5.7 per cent, and an increase in average price by 2.8 per cent to $755,639; Haldimand saw a 5.3 per cent increase in listings and a 7.4 per cent increase in average price to $465,271, while the number of sales remained essentially the same; and Niagara North saw a 1.7 per cent increase in listings, a 10.9 per cent increase in sales, and an increase in average price by 6.6 per cent to $581,733.
Broken down further by community, Stoney Creek and Ancaster experienced the highest percentage increase of sales at 16.6 per cent, and the Hamilton Mountain saw the highest total number of sales at 2,043. The largest drop in number of sales was experienced by Rainham, falling from 85 to 57 sales.
The highest average sale price was held by Ancaster at $772, 811, and the largest percentage increase was held by Rainham at 30.5 percent, from $357,312 to $466,153. The only community to experience a drop in average price was Flamborough.
“It can be difficult to properly interpret the statistics, especially when communities have so many different types of properties – large and small, as well as urban, suburban and rural,” says RAHB President Kathy Della-Nebbia. “For example, one large farm sale could skew the average price up more than what was experienced in that overall area. That’s why it is so important to work with a local REALTOR® when selling or buying your home – they know the market trends for your neighbourhood and have the tools to help you.”
With respect to property style, single-family properties experienced gains in number of sales across all four market areas, with Hamilton seeing the highest at 15.5 per cent. Apartment-style property sales were up across most RAHB market areas, with the exception of Haldimand where this type of property is rarer. Apartment-style property sales in Niagara North increased by 61.5 per cent over 2018. Townhouse sales in this area declined by 10 per cent, which was the only RAHB market area to see the number of townhouse sales fall. Detached homes, townhouses and apartment-style properties in most of RAHB’s market areas experienced average price increases, with only Haldimand townhouses experiencing a slight drop.
“The clear trend for 2018 was that apartment-style and townhomes outperformed detached properties. This year we see that these types of properties are still performing well; however, buyers choosing detached homes are trending upward yet again,” says Della-Nebbia.
Commercial properties within the RAHB market area experienced a decrease in number of sales, as well as average price. Hamilton saw the highest number of sales at 134 and the highest dollar volume at $121,522,332, which are both down from 2018.
The total dollar volume of all sales within the RAHB market area was $7,897,509,003 – up nearly $1B from 2018.
Specific neighbourhoods within the overall RAHB market area see results that often differ from the average of the entire RAHB market area. Because neighbourhoods vary, determining the right price and conditions when buying or selling a property can be challenging. RAHB REALTORS® have the local experience, knowledge and tools to help buyers and sellers make those big decisions.
*Average sale price is based on the total dollar volume of all properties sold through the RAHB MLS® System. Average sale price can be useful in establishing long-term trends, but should not be used as an indicator that specific properties have increased or decreased in value. Talk to your local RAHB REALTOR®.
Stunning 2 bedroom, 2 full bath, sun-filled Excelsior model in Burlington’s newest and most sought-after Berkeley Condominium. This hotel inspired building by Carriage Gate Homes has it all, offering the most exquisite style in boutique condo living. The location has the best of both worlds being just steps to all the downtown action but perfectly tucked away on quaint Maria Street. The excellent layout provides separate living/dining areas and a split bedroom floor plan for utmost privacy. The second bedroom acts as a second master with oversized walk-in closet and adjacent main bathroom with walk-in shower. This 1012 sq. ft. condo features 9 ft. ceilings, engineered hardwood throughout, an open concept eat-in Barzotti kitchen, quartz countertops, a large island, low-profile cook top, upgraded Monogram oven with meat thermometer/ probe, in-suite laundry and spa like bathrooms. The units’ premium position on the South side provides ample sunshine and light from morning until late afternoon. The condo boasts a wonderful covered balcony that runs the full length of the unit off the living room. The private outdoor space captures greenery, steeples of church tops and the village style street scape. The unit includes one underground parking spot (P3, #24) and two storage lockers. Large premium locker conveniently located in front of parking spot (P3, #59). Second locker conveniently located on same floor as the unit (Level 3, #28).
Sold! – Rare opportunity to own 1+den, 800 sq.ft. unit in the prestigious Strata building. Unit has beautiful escarpment views, private balcony and new laminate flooring(December 2019). Kitchen upgraded extended cabinetry provides plenty of additional storage. Spacious bedroom with floor to ceiling windows. Unit includes one underground parking space, one storage locker and one bike locker. Great location – walk to downtown, Spencer Smith Park and Lake Ontario. Seemingly endless amenities including pool, fitness centre and party room.
Hamilton, ON (January 3, 2020) – The REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington (RAHB) reported 585 sales of residential properties located within the RAHB market area were processed through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System in December 2019. This years December sales are up 3.9 per cent over December 2018; however, are down from both November and October of this year. The average price for residential properties increased by 7.6 per cent from December 2018 to $581,566.
“With the holidays and cold weather, sales tend to dip in December when compared to the previous months. It’s a trend we see almost every year,” says RAHB President Kathy Della-Nebbia. “A decrease in new listings and an increase in sales can equal less inventory on the market. With increased competition for the properties available, this looks to be an opportune time to sell your property.”
The number of sales for single family properties within the entire RAHB market increased by 6.8 per cent compared to the same month last year, and the average sale price increased by 8.2 per cent. Townhouse sales activity across the entire RAHB market area decreased from December 2018 by 7.6 per cent, and the average townhouse sale price increased by 1.4 per cent to $502,981. Apartment-style property sales increased by 14.8 per cent from December 2018, and the average price increased by 10.2 per cent.
“For the past few months, townhouses within the RAHB market area have experienced an increase in the number of sales and a decrease in the number of listings,” says RAHB CEO Carol Ann Burrell. “This, paired with increases in average price each month of 2019, shows that this is a popular property type for buyers – most likely due to its affordable price point.”
Specific neighbourhoods within the overall RAHB market area see results that often differ from the average of the entire RAHB market area. Because neighbourhoods vary, determining the right price and conditions when buying or selling a property can be challenging. Local RAHB REALTORS® have the experience, knowledge and tools to help buyers and sellers make those big decisions.
*Average sale price can be useful in establishing long-term trends, but should not be used as an indicator that specific properties have increased or decreased in value. Talk to your local REALTOR®.
