Sarah Pruesse Real Estate

09/13/2025

Congratulations to my buyer whose family is going to be calling Little Britain home. The perfect town to start a family 💙

08/15/2025

Perfect for First-Time Buyers or Downsizers!

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom home, ideally located on a quiet, family-friendly street in a highly desirable neighborhood. Nestled on a spacious reverse pie-shaped ravine lot, this property offers the rare combination of privacy and natural beauty, backing onto a serene wooded area.

Just steps away from a brand-new park, excellent schools, and public transit, and within walking distance to shops and restaurants, this home offers the perfect balance of convenience and tranquility.

Inside, the main floor features a bright, open-concept layout with gleaming hardwood floors and ceramic tile throughout. The inviting living room boasts a cozy fireplace, a picturesque bay window with California shutters, and plenty of natural light. The separate dining room is ideal for entertaining, while the eat-in kitchen includes ceramic flooring, built-in microwave and dishwasher, and a walk-out to a private deck with a gazebo—perfect for enjoying the peaceful ravine setting.

Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and access to a beautifully renovated semi-ensuite bathroom. Two additional generous bedrooms complete the upper level, making this home perfect for growing families.

The finished basement offers a large recreation room, ideal for a playroom, home office, or media space.

Additional highlights include:

Single-car garage with ample storage

Driveway parking for four vehicles (no sidewalk!)

Linked property offering great value

Don’t miss your chance to own this exceptional home with fantastic outdoor space and an unbeatable location!

07/01/2025

🇨🇦Happy Canada Day!🇨🇦
Wishing you a day filled with red & white, fireworks, family, and all things maple 🍁 ✨️
From local homes to hometown pride, I'm grateful to live, work, and grow in this amazing country. Here's to fresh air, friendly neighbors, and finding your place to call home. 🏡❤️
Have a safe and happy Canada Day!

05/18/2025

🏡 The spring market is in full swing across the Greater Toronto Area, and while headlines may highlight year over year price dips, the story on the ground is more nuanced and full of opportunity.

🔹 Durham Region saw 769 homes change hands this April, with an average sale price of $913,500. That’s down slightly from last year, but buyers now have 58% more active listings and 16% more new options to choose from, a clear sign of a more balanced, buyer friendly market.

🔹 Northumberland County is seeing strength in values, with average prices rising from $714,424 to $726,817. Although sales dipped slightly, a 17% increase in active listings means more choice and less competition for buyers who’ve been waiting on the sidelines.

🔹 Peterborough showed stability in sales volume (174 vs. 179 last year) while offering more selection with 20% more listings. Prices have softened to $673,403, a signal for affordability minded buyers to jump in.

🔹 Kawartha Lakes had fewer sales (77 vs. 121) and a slight price dip, but inventory edged up, hinting at opportunity for those looking to secure a home or cottage lifestyle with less bidding war pressure.

In Toronto, April followed the usual seasonal pace, but overall sales fell compared to last year. The average price now sits at $1.1M, down 4.1% from 2024, with new listings up 8.1%, pointing to more supply and negotiating room.

📌 With the recent federal election behind us, attention turns to economic policy, interest rates, and cross-border trade — all factors that could influence buyer confidence and market momentum as we head into summer.

04/20/2025

04/16/2025

📢 The Bank of Canada is hitting pause on interest rate cuts, keeping its benchmark rate at 2.75% after seven straight drops.

🔎Why? This pause follows signs of weakening inflation and a slowdown in consumer spending, housing, and business investment. Global uncertainty—including ongoing U.S. trade tensions—is weighing heavily on the Canadian economy.

🗓The Bank meets again on June 4th

04/05/2025

🏡The momentum of the spring market is building! Across Durham Region, new listings surged 32% in March, with more buyers re-entering the market following the Bank of Canada’s recent rate cut. While the average sale price remained steady or slightly trailed 2024 levels, we saw a noticeable bump in sales.

📊Sales jumped 21% month over month in Durham Region, and homes are now selling five days faster. Ajax led the charge with a 40% increase in sales, quicker turnarounds, and an average of 103% of list price. Oshawa homes are starting to sell over asking at 102%, Whitby saw monthly price growth and an 8% sales boost, and Clarington sales climbed 27%.

🔥Northumberland County is on fire, with sales up 40% month over month and homes selling two weeks faster than in February. Cobourg saw average prices soar—up 24% month over month and 7.5% year over year—while Northumberland as a whole posted a 12% price gain compared to last March. Port Hope had a standout month with a 140% spike in sales.

📈Toronto is also gaining steam. Townhouse prices climbed 4.8% month over month and 1.9% year over year, while semis saw a 4.9% increase month over month and 2.9% year over year—clear signs of renewed buyer confidence in the city.

🔎Despite ongoing economic uncertainty tied to trade relations with the United States, data from the Canadian Real Estate Association indicates that our region remains in a balanced market. If trade uncertainties ease, we could see much stronger home sales activity later in the year.

03/21/2025

Stylish & Update 3-Bedroom Townhouse in the Heart of Courtice!

Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom condo townhouse in the highly sought-after Nantucket Community of Courtice! Move-in ready with fresh paint throughout, this home features a bright modern kitchen, updated bathrooms, and spacious sunfilled rooms.

Enjoy a host of recent upgrades, including:
✔️ New windows & coverings (2024)
✔️ French doors (2024)
✔️New air-conditioning unit and metal garage door (2022)
✔️ Appliances & flooring (2018)
✔️ Roof (2013)

Perfectly situated just steps from the Courtice Community Centre with a pool, library and skatepark. This home is also close to top rated schools, parks, shopping and major transit routes for u beatable convenience.

✨️ Don't miss this incredible opportunity-call Sarah Pruesse Real Estate to schedule your showing today! ✨️

03/06/2025

New Listing!

Bright & Spacious End-Unit Townhouse in Dunbar Gardens

Welcome to Unit 406 in the highly sought-after Dunbar Gardens! This well-maintained end-unit townhouse condo offers 2 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and a thoughtfully designed layout in the heart of historic Cobourg.
The open-concept great room is filled with natural light and features a walkout to a south facing covered patio, perfect for year-round enjoyment. Upstairs, the primary suite boasts a 3-piece ensuite, walk-in closet, and a charming Juliet balcony. A cozy, finished basement provides provides extra living space, while direct garage entry adds everyday convenience.
Ideally situated within walking distance to schools, downtown, the beach, boardwalk, and a variety of amenities, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
Carefree condo living at an incredible value-dont miss this opportunity!

Listed at $615,000

02/26/2025

🌺 Spring Market if Around the Corner!

Thinking of buying or selling this Spring? Now is the time to start preparing! Let's discuss your goals and create a plan to get ahead of the market.

📩 DM me to get started before the rush!

02/07/2025

🏡 A Special Thank You! 🙌💙
I'm beyond grateful for amazing friends who sent a referral my way, leading to such a special milestone-helping first-time buyers purchase their dream home! 🏡🌟
Referrals are truly the greatest compliment, and they mean the world to me. They help me grow my real estate business, but more importantly, they allow me to guide incredible people through one of the biggest moments of their lives.
To my first-time home buyers - congratulations!🎉 Wishing you endless happiness and beautiful memories in your new home. And to my friends, your trust and support mean everything. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! 💙