Marlon Pretto- Realtor at Exp realty

04/30/2025

Thinking of moving to Smiths Falls? 🏡 Here’s a quick intro to what makes this town a hidden gem in Eastern Ontario 💎 Let me show you around! 🎥✨

04/11/2025

Under Contract!
1313A Coldrey Ave is officially off the market with my amazing buyer client! We found the perfect home that checked all the boxes, wrote a strong (but smart) offer, and now we’re on the way to a smooth closing. This one felt right from the start. Let’s get it done!

Thinking about making a move? Let’s find the right place for you too — shoot me a message!

04/07/2025

First-time buyers, this one’s for you 🏡

There’s a ton of inventory on the market right now—and that’s great news if you’re pre-approved ✅
If you’re approved for $300K–$500K, there are some awesome starter homes available in the Ottawa Valley!

Work in Carleton Place, Stittsville, Barrhaven, or Nepean? If you’re cool with a 20–45 min commute, homeownership might be way closer than you think 🔑

Want a printable Home Buyer’s Roadmap? Drop a DM or comment “PDF” and I’ll send it your way!
Got questions? I’ve got answers. Let’s chat! 💬

Parents, aunts, uncles — if your kids or nieces/nephews are thinking of buying now or in the next 5 years, share this with them!
Tag them or send it directly—let’s help the next generation get on the path to smart homeownership.

01/28/2025

What are your thoughts on these prices? 💭 Comment below!

Here’s a snapshot of Smith’s Falls market trends from Nov 1–Jan 28 for high-end bungalows sold between $700K–$800K. 🏡 I also have detailed analysis for all other bungalows sold within the outlined sales radius during the same period.

DM me your email 📩 to receive a surplus of info like this, tailored specifically to your needs.

If you like these stats, follow me on Facebook and Instagram for more updates 📲. Investors, connect with me on LinkedIn! 📈 If you want to chat real estate, inbox me anytime—I’m happy to answer your questions. No pressure, no sales pitch. 😊

Do not base your strategy on these stats alone! 📊 Talk to your Realtor about a strategy that works for you. Let’s work together to create a plan that suits your goals. 💡

01/28/2025

07/03/2024

Not sure if you have seen this but check it out!

🏗️Downtown Smiths Falls is looking at a major revitalization development sometime in the future.

🧐What are your thoughts on this?

⭐ If you're a home owner/aspiring home owner looking for a way into the gorgeous growing community of Smiths falls, or you are looking for a change of scenery, Contact me now! ⭐

I help investors of all sizes make above average returns on their investments by helping them buy and sell at prices tailored to their investment strategies!!!

Marlon Pretto
[email protected]
613-207-4838
Realtor at eXp Realty.

07/01/2024

⭐Welcome to 190 Morphy Street Carleton Place Ontario.⭐

Property Details:
💲599,900.00

🌇Zoning: Mississippi Residential⭐
Allows for single family, semi-detached, duplex, or town homes.
(Discretionary uses (subject to council/planner approval) include triplexes, quadplexes, and small apartments. Discretionary layouts can include two-story buildings with basement units.)

location📍: 190 Morphy Street, Carleton Place, ON
⭐2 minute drive to down town Carleton place
⭐23 min from Kanata
⭐37 min to down town Ottawa
Notre Dame highschool, Carleton place highschool, and numerous elementary schools.

Existing Structures: Recently renovated house with shed, fence, and garages.
Development Options:

Option 1: Sever the house, sell it, and build 2 semi-detached homes with up/down rental units.
Option 2: Remove the existing house and build three town homes (constructed as duplexes).

The location and flexible zoning make this property a prime candidate for a variety of profitable development projects.

This is an exclusive listing (listing agent is Joanne Beaton).
I am happy to negotiate a deal tailored to your needs.

REALTOR at EXP realty Inc.
613-207-4838
[email protected]

07/01/2024

Are you looking for a property in Smithsfalls to build a 3 story 24 unit building in walking distance from all the amenities a tenant could need?
⭐ Welcome to 35 Van Horne Ave. ⭐

🌇zoning R4-3 allows for 24 units

💲Price: 899,999.00 (Price reduced from $999,999)

📈 Location: Fronting on Van Horne Ave and Hwy 29. the property is 44 mins away from Kanata, 57 min from down town Ottawa, 21 min from Perth, and 29 min from Carleton Place.
⭐ walking distance from:
- grocery
- gas station
- highschool
- elementary school
- dentist

🌞🌚SWOT Analysis: (message me for details🔐)
🏗️ utilities: (message me for details 🔐)
🤝other info: (message me for details 🔐)
The listing agent on this property is Ryann Bailey from Century 21.
If you're interested in this property, let me know. I am confident that I can get this property negotiated to a deal that is tailored to your needs.

06/30/2024

This is the average sale price of homes in:
Kemptville 🔵 $729,546 (Last June) --->$642,925(Today)
Carleton Place 🟢 $576,385(Last June) ---> $627,933(Today)
Perth 🟣 $480,365 (Last June) ------->$536,700(Today)
Smiths Falls 🟠 $380,644(Last June) ------->$427,350(Today)
From Janurary 2023- Today.

💲COMMENT "CMA" TO GET A DETAILED ANALYSIS OF WHAT YOUR HOME IS VALUED AT COMPARED TO OTHER PROPERTIES IN THE MARKET TODAY!

To see an interactive version of this chart use the link below!
https://oreb.stats.showingtime.com/infoserv/s-v1/xv2w-ZOc

06/30/2024

Good morning friends! 🌞
My name is Marlon Pretto I'm a realtor with eXp Realty and I need you're help!

When it comes to listing services, I want to make sure that my clients are receiving the most value that I can possibly provide.

That being said, I'm looking for some third party professionals to work with that operate in and around Smiths falls, Carleton Place, Merrickville, and Kemptville.🏡
If you have any recommendations for the following professionals please tag them in the comments below:

- cleaning services🧼
- home staging🏠
- painters 🎨
- seacan/ storage services🚚

06/27/2024

🗝️ First-Time Home Buyers in Ontario: Your Ultimate Checklist Awaits! 🏡

Are you ready to take the exciting leap into homeownership? Whether you’re looking to buy in Toronto, Ottawa, or anywhere in between, navigating the process can be a bit overwhelming. That’s why I’ve created the First-Time Home Buyer’s Ultimate Checklist for Ontario: From Financing to Moving In! 🎉

This step-by-step guide covers everything you need to know:

Assessing your financial situation 💰
Securing financing and getting pre-approved 📋
Choosing the right realtor 🏢
Defining your needs and wants 📜
House hunting tips 🏘️
Making an offer and negotiating 📝
Conducting home inspections 🔍
Securing mortgage approval 🏦
Closing the deal and moving in 🏠
Even if you decide not to choose me as your realtor, I want to ensure you have all the tools you need for a smooth and successful home-buying journey.

📢 Share this post with anyone you know who might be considering buying their first home! Let’s help as many people as possible make their dream of homeownership a reality.

Ready to get started? Check out the checklist and feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance!

Happy house hunting! 🏡✨

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