Kristen Clowry - London Ontario Realtor - Real Broker Ontario Ltd.

10/09/2026

I just read through LSTAR’s latest update, “Housing Sales Pick Up in September,” and the headline sounds pretty encouraging… but there’s more to it than just the headline.

And sales did pick up. But before anyone adds $20,000 to their asking price, let’s chat about the rest of the numbers.

561 homes sold across our area, compared to 526 in August. That’s also up 5.3% from September 2025.

The average sale price went up too, from $590,550 in August to $611,509 in September.

So that’s good news, right? Yeahhh, but there’s a bit more to it.

For every 100 new listings that came to market in September, there were about 35 sales. In August, that number was around 38.

So while yes, more homes sold, new listings still outpaced sales. Buyers continue to have TONS of options.

And the higher average doesn’t mean everyone’s house all of a sudden became worth $21,000 more.

From what I’m seeing, some move-up buyers who sold their starter homes last month were able to make their next purchase. Those purchases can bring the average up without prices actually increasing.

We’re still not seeing much movement in the higher-priced homes.

And there’s the local economy to consider. London’s unemployment rate climbed to 8.5% in August, compared to 6.1% a year ago 😬

That matters. When people are worried about their jobs, taking on a bigger mortgage isn’t usually at the top of their ‘to-do’ list.

There’s also the possibility of interest rates going up again. If that happens, higher mortgage payments could mean buyers have to lower their budget or put their plans on hold.

So yes, buyers are out there and homes are selling. But one better month doesn’t mean the things making buyers cautious have suddenly disappeared.

Getting buyers through the door is still the first step. It’s hard to negotiate with someone who never booked a showing.

If you’re thinking about selling this fall, have a read through the LSTAR update. It’s encouraging to see more sales, but your listing price still needs to reflect what similar homes are selling for and what else buyers have to choose from.

We are one of the largest Real Estate Boards in Canada with a membership of approximately 2,300 Brokers and Salespersons working out of 200 offices.

10/06/2026

This house is dangerously close to making me say the word “adorable,” so I’m going to need everyone to stay calm.

91 Jacqueline Street in London Ontario has 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a finished basement, detached garage, fenced backyard, patio, fire pit, a fully fenced backyard and a gas BBQ hookup.

It also has a 2025 roof, 2024 AC and heat pump, a freshly resurfaced driveway and updates to the plumbing and electrical.

Basically, all the charm of an older home with significantly fewer opportunities to discover something horrifying behind a wall.

It’s cute.
It’s practical.
AND it has two full bathrooms, which frankly deserves its own line.

91 Jacqueline Street is officially for sale!

DM for more info!

Kristen Clowry
Real Broker Ontario Ltd.
1-888-311-1172

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10/03/2026

Fun fact: I once sold my best friend a murder house.

In my defence, he knew.

Some buyers don’t care what happened in a house before they owned it.

Others would like a complete list of deaths, crimes, unexplained noises and anyone named Mildred who may still be occupying the upstairs hallway.

Neither is wrong.

If a property’s history matters to you, tell me.

I can’t promise your house isn’t haunted.

I can promise I’ll ask the weird questions.

Kristen Clowry
Real Broker Ontario Ltd.
1-888-311-1172

09/29/2026

The new IKEA opened at White Oaks Mall today. Has anyone been yet?

More importantly, can someone report back on the meatball situation? Your favourite swedish / hungry realtor needs to know.

09/29/2026

A beautiful kitchen can make you forget to ask some very boring, very expensive questions.

That’s where I come in. I’ll admire the kitchen with you, then ask about the roof, the water stains, the budget and why the furnace looks like it remembers WW2.

Sometimes I’ll tell you I think we should keep looking. You might disagree, and that’s completely your call. My job is to give you my honest opinion so you can decide with your eyes open.

If you’re buying a home, send me a message. I’m great company at a showing, though I have been known to interrupt a kitchen crush with a question about all the staining on the baseboards.

Kristen Clowry
Real Broker Ontario Ltd.
1-888-311-1172

09/24/2026

From the street, it looks like a tidy little house. On paper, it’s bringing in $4,350 a month 👀

31 Myrtle Street in St. Thomas offers three beautifully updated apartments, two separate backyard spaces, and an income stream that’s verrrry impressive.

The main-floor unit has two bedrooms and one bathroom. The upper and lower units each have one bedroom and one bathroom. All three are currently rented.

The roof was replaced in September 2026 and comes with a transferable warranty, because income properties are much more appealing when the expensive work has already been handled 🙌

Close to downtown, parks, transit, shopping and everyday amenities, with convenient access to the highway and Port Stanley.

Offered at $570,000. Send me a message for the full financials or to book a private showing!

Kristen Clowry
Real Broker
1-888-311-1172

09/23/2026

Canada is sad today.

09/22/2026

She’s cute, she’s practical, and she’s not asking you to pretend you need 4,000 square feet.

This little SoHo bungalow has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a comfortable living room and a dining room that is weirdly huge in the best way.

You’ve also got parking for 2, a fenced backyard, a patio for summer dinners and a shed for all the stuff you swore you were going to organize last spring.

And the location? Close to downtown, transit, shopping, the Thames River and all the redevelopment happening around the former Victoria Hospital lands.

A great little option for first-time buyers, downsizers or anyone who wants a home with some personality and room to make it their own.

Swipe through, then come see if she’s your kind of cute!

Kristen Clowry
Real Broker
888-311-1172

09/13/2026

Okayyy… now we’re talking. 👀

713 Railton Avenue has a NEW PRICE and if you scrolled past this one the first time, you might want to circle back!

This East London bungalow has 3+1 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a whole lot more space than you’d guess from the curb.

The main floor gives you a separate dining room, brand-new kitchen appliances, updated flooring through the main living areas and a large living room with new pot lights.

Downstairs, there’s a finished basement with an oversized rec room, fourth bedroom, 3-piece bathroom AND a separate side entrance with direct access to the lower level. Hello, future possibilities.

Add in a good-sized backyard and easy access to Veterans Memorial Parkway and the 401, and there’s a lot here to work with.

Is she the fanciest house on the block? Nope.
Does she have space, a practical layout, a great location and so muchpotential? Absolutely.

And now… she has a new price.

DM me for more info!

Kristen Clowry
Real Broker Ontario Ltd.
1-888-311-1172

09/11/2026

Summer isn’t over yet, but I can already feel fall trying to sneak in (so rude).

So before I start complaining about it being dark at dinner, I figured I’d at least make us a list of things worth doing once the weather turns.

Save this for later and send it to someone who hates pumpkin spice lattes but is slowly coming around to sweater weather.

Kristen Clowry
Real Broker Ontario
1-888-311-1172