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UPHouse Realty Karl Vanderkuip believes in doing things a little differently. Trust his experience and benefit from his expertise.

With his clients as his priority, Karl's easy communication style and outgoing vibes make him your realtor but also your friend. Karl made his entry into the Niagara Real Estate market in 2004 and not once has he questioned what he believes is his calling. Thing is, he was never supposed to be a real estate guy, or at least never thought he was. He was a drifter by nature and whilst exploring Nicaragua he developed mono and was Fed-EXed home to sleep for months. In between naps he found the love of his life and now wife, Pauline. He knew she was out of his league and quickly buckled down to establish an education at Brock University while obtaining his real estate license on the side. A growing passion for architecture, the next great cup of coffee and the drive of a honey badger made it clear that this is where he belonged. This has solidified him as an industry leader.

20+ years later and Karl’s passion is stronger than ever but his game has changed. Now a father of four: Naomi , Arie, Maaike, Bodie. With a wise old realtor once telling Karl “I hope you become a better father than realtor,” Karl considers those words on the regular and is sure he won’t forget them (well, pretty sure). All things history related or ‘latest and greatest’ is what makes Karl tick… the drive to know what is happening can be seen in his eclectic app collection, presence at City Hall, who’s on first, or rumours of the latest addition to the Apple family. Warm and generous and always quick to a joke, Karl ensures that his clients feel valued and appreciated throughout the buying and selling process. But don’t mistake Karl’s kindness for any brand of weakness… this could not be further from the truth. Think of him as a shark in a dolphin costume when it comes to closing the deal.

10/08/2026

St. Catharines Condo for Sale: Luxury 1,600 Sq Ft Corner Unit at Grenadier Place

Looking for move in luxury with breathtaking 180 degree creek views in St. Catharines?

Situated on the 7th floor overlooking the forested embankment of Twelve Mile Creek, Unit 708 at 162 Martindale Road offers a fully renovated corner layout finished to the highest standard.

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:

- Spacious Interior: 1,600 sq. ft. corner unit with floor-to-ceiling windows & 180° nature views

- Designer Finishes: Rich hardwood flooring, Rosewood cabinetry with under-lighting, Cambria granite countertops, and custom Swarovski crystal chandeliers

- Primary Suite: Morning sunrise views, custom walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired fully updated ensuite bath

- All-Inclusive Condo Living: $1,400 monthly fee covers Heat, Hydro, Water, Cable TV, Insurance, Parking, and Maintenance

RESORT-STYLE AMENITIES:

- Newly updated indoor saltwater pool & sauna

- Fully equipped fitness room & social lounge

- On-site workshop & dedicated car wash bay

PRIME LOCATION & CONVENIENCE:

- Direct access to waterfront trails right outside your door

- Minutes to 406 & QEW highway access for easy commuting

- Close to Martindale commercial hubs, top Niagara w**eries, and Health Sciences Centre

Offered at $585,000

READY TO SEE IT?:

- DM us or tap the link in bio to arrange your private tour

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- Share this with someone looking for elevated condo living in Niagara!

Karl Vanderkuip | Broker of Record
UPHouse Realty
905.704.8701
[email protected]
uphouserealty.ca

09/30/2026

From listing to securing their next dream property, helping local clients navigate the Niagara real estate market is what it’s all about.

Patience, persistence and the right opportunity finally came together, after searching for over a year for the perfect place to call home. At the same time, properly pricing and strategically marketing their current home helped create the perfect path to make the move happen right here in Niagara.

It’s a true full-circle moment, and one of my favourite parts of what I do.

Real estate is about the homes, but it’s the relationships that make it so rewarding. Getting to know my clients, earning their trust, navigating the ups and downs, and ultimately watching them move into the next stage of their lives is something I never take for granted.
The perfect home, the right timing, the right strategy, and a very happy ending.

Congratulations to my clients on this exciting new chapter!

If you are searching for homes to buy or looking to sell in Niagara, let’s connect!

Christina Balah | Realtor
UPHouse Realty
[email protected]
289.686.7787
Christina Balah

09/29/2026

Price Drop: 347 Linwell Road, St. Catharines. 4-Bed North End Bungalow. Now offered at $499,000!

If you’ve been looking for a detached home in the St. Catharines North End, your window is open. Tucked away among mature gardens and a gorgeous tree canopy, this meticulously maintained 1,050 sq. ft. bungalow delivers exceptional value, a dry basement, and a fantastic layout.

Property Features & Layout Highlights:

- Main Level: 3 generous bedrooms, a 4-piece bathroom, timeless oak hardwood floors, a fresh coat of paint, and an open eat-in kitchen overlooking the backyard.

- Lower Level: Features a 4th bedroom, a massive rec room for game days, a laundry/furnace room with a built-in workbench, and great potential for an in-law suite setup.

- Major 2024–2026 Upgrades: New furnace, heat pump, water softener, reverse osmosis system, washer, dryer, dishwasher, professionally cleaned ducts, and updated kitchen fixtures.

Location & Lifestyle: Set in a wonderful, established neighbourhood just minutes from local park trails, Malcolmson Eco Park, the Waterfront Trail, and top schools including William Hamilton Merritt P.S. and Holy Cross C.S.S.

What feature is at the top of your must-have list? Drop a comment below or send a DM to book your private tour!

Karl Vanderkuip | Broker of Record
UPHouse Realty
905.704.8701
[email protected]
uphouserealty.ca

09/24/2026

Let’s save the YMCA, sell some real estate, and extend the Terry Fox Trail!

Rise up, St. Catharines. Big Ideas For The City Of St. Catharines Episode 3

Like many of you, I feel the sadness seeing our old YMCA on YMCA Drive empty. With a brand-new $110 million rec facility eyed for Merritton, why look at giant new builds when a solid fix is right here?

Here’s a smarter way forward:

- The Math: A $30M reno + carrying costs saves a fortune over a $110M build.

- The Space: Move in the Boys & Girls Club and Dunlop Drive Centre for Older Adults, and repurpose underused sites like Russell Avenue Community Centre and Buchanan Hall to offset costs.

- The Connection: Link it all with a pedestrian bridge from the Terry Fox Trail over the QEW straight to the YMCA.

Let’s save an iconic landmark and use what we already have.

What do you think? Drop your thoughts below! And for all your real estate needs across the Niagara Region, “Y” don’t you Call Karl from RE/MAX UPHouse Realty.

Karl Vanderkuip Broker of Record
UPHouse Realty
905.704.8701
[email protected]
uphouserealty.ca

09/23/2026

OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY, SEPT 27 – 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM - 24 Greenmeadow Court, St. Catharines

Now newly priced at $619,900, this sought-after North End family home is ready for you to tour this Sunday afternoon. Come check out the remodelled galley kitchen with new appliances, the walk-out basement, the lower level featuring a warm fireplace, and that picture-perfect lot with absolute privacy and a brand-new fence!

Nestled in a quiet North-End enclave at 24 Greenmeadow Court, this approximately 1,100 sq. ft. property features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an informal dining room with a built-in bench, and a primary suite with ensuite access to a stylish new bathroom with a deep soaker tub.

Can’t make it? Send a DM to book a private showing.

Karl Vanderkuip Broker of Record
UPHouse Realty
905.704.8701
[email protected]
uphouserealty.ca

09/23/2026

OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY, SEPT 27 - 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM - 347 Linwell Road, St. Catharines

The price has dropped to $525,000, and this North End 4-bedroom gem is ready for its next owner. Come walk through the meticulously maintained spaces, check out the dry basement potential, and see the gorgeous tree canopy in person this Sunday afternoon!

Tucked away among mature gardens at 347 Linwell Road, this charming 1,050 sq. ft. bungalow features timeless oak hardwood floors, a fresh coat of paint, an open eat-in kitchen, and major updates completed in 2024 (including a new furnace, heat pump, and appliances).
Can’t make it? Send a DM to book a private showing.

Karl Vanderkuip | Broker of Record
UPHouse Realty
905.704.8701
[email protected]
uphouserealty.ca

09/18/2026

Price Drop: 347 Linwell Road, St. Catharines. 4-Bed North End Bungalow.

Now offered at $525,000—this is your ultimate opportunity to secure a detached home in the North End!

If you have been waiting for the right moment to secure a detached home in the North End, your opening is right here. Tucked away among the mature gardens and tree canopy at 347 Linwell Road, this charming 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom, 1,050 sq. ft. bungalow has been meticulously maintained, featuring a dry basement and incredible value.

Interior & Layout Highlights:

Main Level: Timeless oak hardwood floors, a fresh coat of paint throughout, three good-sized bedrooms upstairs, a 4-piece bathroom, and an open eat-in kitchen that is perfect for keeping an eye on the backyard.

Lower Level: Expands your living space with a fourth bedroom, a spacious rec room ideal for watching the big game, plenty of storage in the furnace and laundry room complete with a workbench for all your tools, and exceptional potential to create an in-law suite.

Updates & Peace of Mind:

- Major upgrades including a washer, dryer, dishwasher, furnace, heat pump, water softener, and reverse osmosis system (all 2024)

- Professionally cleaned ducts (2024)

- Modern kitchen hood vent, new faucets, light fixtures, and GFI kitchen outlets (2026)

- Shingles less than 10 years old

Set right in a wonderful community just minutes from local park trails, Malcolmson Eco Park, the Waterfront Trail, and top-rated schools including William Hamilton Merritt P.S. and Holy Cross C.S.S. Arrange your private tour today via DM or tap the link in our bio!

Karl Vanderkuip | Broker of Record
UPHouse Realty
905.704.8701
[email protected]
uphouserealty.ca

09/18/2026

Price Drop: 1365 Rice Road, Pelham. 4-Bed Country Side-Split.

Now offered at $815,000—this is your ultimate opportunity to secure a slice of rural freedom in Fonthill!

Pickup trucks, vegetable gardens, and your free-range kids exploring freely over your picture-perfect acre in the country. This is what you have been dreaming of.

If you have been searching through For Sale Homes In Pelham or browsing the latest Homes For Sale In Niagara Region, your search ends right here at 1365 Rice Road. Set against big sky views, this oversized 4-bedroom side-split is the ultimate family sanctuary under a mature canopy, delivering rural freedom with the new arena nearby.

Interior & Layout Highlights:

- Main Level: Refinished country kitchen overlooking the backyard with gas stove and cabinets (2022). Family room with cozy wood-burning stove.

- Practical Living: Mudroom with full bathroom and laundry (2024).

- Bedrooms: 4 spacious bedrooms upstairs for the family.

- Lower Level: Walkout basement with rec room and storage.

Backyard & Outdoor Living:

- Wood-burning sauna and custom deck/patio (2023)

- Tire swings, chickens, and tree fort

- Bonfire nights and s’mores

Updates:

- New siding and eaves (2026)

- 50% new windows (2026)

- Furnace (2025) & Hot-water tank (2025)

- Shingles (2018)

- UV water filtration (2021)

- 10,000-gal cistern (washed/refilled approx. 6x/yr, -$2,500/yr) + rainwater collection for garden

- Flooring (2026) & Gas BBQ hookup

Properties with acreage in Pelham move quickly at a new price point. Book your private showing today via DM or tap the link in our bio!

Karl Vanderkuip | Broker of Record
UPHouse Realty
905.704.8701
[email protected]
uphouserealty.ca

09/18/2026

Price Drop: 12 Foxhill Crescent, West St. Catharines. 4-Bed Family Home.

Now offered at $830,000—this is your best opportunity yet to secure a stunning property in West St. Catharines!

Welcome to 12 Foxhill Crescent. Located in a highly desirable, quiet west-end neighbourhood near the coveted Power Glen Public School, this exceptionally well-maintained 2-storey home delivers unmatched value, luxury, and privacy.

What Makes This Property an Incredible Value at This New Price:

- The Backyard Oasis: Fully private with zero rear neighbours and direct access to the park behind, featuring a custom composite deck, a shaded pergola, a gas hookup for BBQs, a storage shed, and a sparkling inground pool.

- Family-Ready Layout: 4 spacious bedrooms, 4 bathrooms (including a primary 5-piece ensuite with a walk-in closet and a 3-piece bath in the freshly painted lower rec room), a massive custom kitchen with a large island and skylit dining nook, and a cozy family room with a gas fireplace.

- Prime Location: Minutes from Fourth Avenue shopping, quick access to Hwy 406, and a short drive to local Niagara w**eries and hiking trails.

Properties with this combination of school district, features, and price adjustments move fast.

Ready to tour this home? DM me “FOXHILL” for a private showing, or click the link in our bio for full property details!

Karl Vanderkuip | Broker of Record
UPHouse Realty
905.704.8701
[email protected]
uphouserealty.ca

09/16/2026

Just Listed: 3 Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms Home for Sale at 54 Keith Crescent Niagara-on-the-Lake at $574,900

Tucked into one of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s most sought-after pockets, 54 Keith Crescent offers a rare combination of everyday ease and refined comfort. If you have been searching for a home for sale in Niagara-on-the-Lake, this stunning 3-bedroom, 4-bathroom property priced at $574,900 delivers on every front.

Inside, the main floor unfolds in a bright open-concept layout where the kitchen, dining, and living areas flow naturally together, anchored by a cozy gas fireplace. Upstairs, the primary retreat features a walk-in closet and a spa-like ensuite with a large soaker tub, joined by two additional generous bedrooms and another full bathroom.

Looking for extra space? The newly finished walk-out basement features a second gas fireplace and opens directly to a private backyard with no rear neighbours, creating a peaceful setting for morning coffee or evenings under the stars.

This Niagara-on-the-Lake real estate listing provides quick access to the QEW for effortless commuting, while the Outlet Collection, Niagara College, local golf courses, and the region’s award-winning w**eries and restaurants sit right at your doorstep. Whether you are searching for a new family home for sale in Niagara or an investment property in the heart of w**e country, this location has it all.
Send a DM today to book your private tour or click on the link in our bio for full property details.

Christina Balah | Realtor
UPHouse Realty
[email protected]
289.686.7787
Christina Balah

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Saint Catharines, ON
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