Toronto Realty Boutique

10/06/2026

Getting approved for $1.2M doesn’t mean you have a $1.2M budget.

There’s a number the bank says you can spend.

Then there’s the number that lets you buy the right home and still live the life you want after you get the keys.

Those are two very different conversations.

A good buying strategy doesn’t start with, “What’s the most I can afford?”

It starts with, “What am I actually comfortable spending?”

That’s the number I want my buyers to know before we start looking.

10/05/2026

One of the biggest mistakes buyers make is compromising on the wrong things.

A dated kitchen can be replaced.
Bad floors can be changed.
Bathrooms can be renovated.
Paint is easy.

But you can’t renovate your way into a different neighbourhood, move the road behind your backyard, create better natural light, or make a narrow lot wider.

That’s why, when I’m helping someone evaluate a property, I’m usually much more interested in the things that can’t easily be changed.

Location. Layout. Lot. Exposure. Light. School district. Future resale.

The goal isn’t to find a perfect home. It probably doesn’t exist.

It’s to make the right compromises.

In my latest article, I break down the things I think buyers should be stubborn about, the imperfections that may actually create opportunity, and why beautiful finishes can sometimes distract from a property that isn’t the right fit.

Read the full article here on the TRB Blog.

Not every compromise is equal when buying a home. Learn which features Toronto buyers should be flexible on—and which ones deserve much more scrutiny.

10/01/2026

Sometimes the best advice I can give a client is not to buy the house.

Not because it’s a bad house.
Not because someone else shouldn’t buy it.

But because it isn’t the right house for you.
There will always be another house.

— Romey

09/28/2026

Some buyers want condo living. They just don’t want a condo-sized life.

And that’s exactly why I wanted to show you this one.

Suite 1214 at 270 Dufferin gives you the things that can be surprisingly hard to find together in a Toronto condo: proper living space, separation between the bedrooms, somewhere to work, room to entertain — and an outdoor space you’ll actually use.

Inside, there’s 1,029 sq. ft. wrapped in windows, with two bedrooms + den, two bathrooms and a bright northwest corner exposure.

Outside?

Another 318 sq. ft. on a west-facing terrace with room to dine, lounge and watch some pretty incredible sunsets over the city and lake.

It’s beautifully kept. Thoughtfully laid out. Parking and a locker are included.

And it might just change what you think condo living has to look like.

270 Dufferin Street #1214

Want to see it in person? Send us a DM to arrange a private showing.

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09/25/2026

JUST LISTED | 30 Baseball Place #625 | Riverside

When you’re buying a condo, you’re not just buying what’s inside the four walls.

You’re buying everything outside the front door too.

And that’s what makes this one interesting.

Suite 625 at Riverside Square offers 690 sq. ft., 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, parking, a locker and a large private balcony overlooking the rooftops and treetops of the neighbourhood.

Inside, it’s bright, freshly painted and move-in ready, with exposed concrete ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and an open living and dining space that actually works.
Then you step outside.

Queen East is at your door. Coffee shops, restaurants, independent shops, patios and green space are all around you. Downtown is just across the bridge, but home still feels distinctly like a neighbourhood.

The condo is the reason to come see it. Riverside is the reason you may want to stay.

📍 30 Baseball Place #625
🛏 2 Bedrooms | 🛁 2 Bathrooms
📐 690 Sq. Ft. | 🚗 Parking | 🔐 Locker
🌿 Large Private Balcony

Explore the full listing on the TRB website or message us to book a private showing.

Explore Suite 625 at 30 Baseball Place in Riverside Toronto. A move-in ready 2-bed, 2-bath condo with parking, a locker & a large balcony.

09/24/2026

JUST LISTED | 270 Dufferin Street #1214

We hear this from buyers all the time:

“I want the convenience of a condo. I just don’t want to live in a condo.”

And we know exactly what they mean.

They still want proper space. Room to entertain. Somewhere to work. Privacy between bedrooms. And outdoor space that feels like part of the home rather than somewhere you simply step outside.

That’s what makes Suite 1214 at XO so interesting.

This beautifully kept northwest corner suite offers 1,029 sq. ft. of interior space, with two bedrooms + den, two bathrooms, 9-foot ceilings and wraparound windows that fill the home with natural light.

The bedrooms are thoughtfully separated for privacy, the den creates a dedicated work-from-home space, and the kitchen offers full-size appliances and a custom island. Parking and a locker are both included.

But the highlight may be outside.

A 318 sq. ft. west-facing terrace gives you genuine room to dine, lounge and entertain, with expansive views across the lake, treetops and city — and incredible sunsets.

For someone who wants the ease of condo living without giving up the way they like to live, this one deserves a closer look.

270 Dufferin Street #1214
2 Bedrooms + Den | 2 Bathrooms
1,029 Sq. Ft. Interior + 318 Sq. Ft. Terrace
Parking + Locker
Offered at $1,199,900

Send us a message for full details or to arrange a private showing.

Explore Suite 1213 at 270 Dufferin Street. A spacious 2+den corner condo with 1,029 sqft, a 318 sqft terrace, lake views, parking and locker.

09/21/2026

If you’re thinking about selling your home, please don’t start renovating before you have a strategy.

One of the first questions I get from sellers is: “What should we renovate before we list?”

But that’s not really the question I want to answer.

I want to know: Where are we actually going to get our money back?

There are homes where spending $30,000 before listing can completely change how buyers perceive the property.

There are others where I’d strongly recommend against a $100,000 renovation because I don’t believe the eventual buyer will value it enough to justify the cost.

That’s the distinction between renovating a home and preparing a home properly for sale.

More money spent does not automatically mean more money returned.

In my latest article, I break down how I evaluate pre-listing improvements, why buyer expectations and price point matter, and the three questions I think every seller should answer before starting a renovation.

And yes — sometimes my recommendation really is:

Don’t touch it.

Read the full article on the TRB Blog.

Should you renovate before selling your Toronto home? Learn which improvements can add value, which may waste money, and how to prepare strategically.

09/14/2026

Toronto's real estate market is starting to look surprisingly normal — and I think that's good news.

August prices were remarkably stable: detached homes were up 1% year-over-year, semis and rows were up 1%, and condos were down 2%.

But the more interesting story is what's happening underneath those numbers.

Homes are taking longer to sell. Buyers have time to compare their options and negotiate. Sellers have to work harder to earn the sale. Interest rates have become more predictable. And in some segments, new inventory continues to shrink.

We've spent years being conditioned to think a property selling in three days with 15 offers represents a healthy real estate market.

I don't think it does.

A market where buyers can make rational decisions and sellers need the right pricing, presentation and strategy may actually be a much healthier place for Toronto real estate.

In my latest Market Insights, I break down the August numbers for condos, semis/rows and detached homes, what I'd be doing if I were buying or selling this fall, and why October is the month I'm watching closely.

Read the full analysis here on the TRB Blog.

Toronto home prices stayed remarkably stable in August 2026 while buyers took more time and inventory shifted. Here's what the numbers mean for the fall market.

09/10/2026

Some Projects Are Worth Watching From the Very Beginning. 1 Marlborough is One of Them.

1 Marlborough is coming to Yonge & Marlborough, where Rosedale meets Summerhill — just 58 residences ranging from approximately 1,800 to more than 8,000 sq. ft.

But it’s not simply the size that makes this interesting.

The project is being designed around an idea we think matters: moving from a house shouldn’t mean compromising how you live.

Large-scale residences. Generous outdoor space. Nearly all with direct elevator access. Serious attention to privacy, acoustics and building quality. And architecture built around the restoration of one of Toronto’s historic landmarks.

Pricing and floor plans haven’t been released yet — and rather than speculate, we’ve put together everything we know so far and why we think 1 Marlborough is worth watching.

If you’re considering a move from a larger Toronto home — or simply want to follow this one as it develops — take a look.

1 Marlborough | Rosedale × Summerhill

🔗 Full details + private access here:

https://torontorealtyboutique.com/listings/1-marlborough/

09/09/2026

Toronto’s fall real estate market is officially underway — and I think we’re entering it in a very different position than many people realize.

Buyers still have negotiating power. Sellers are beginning to face less competition. Interest rates have become more predictable. And inventory continues to tighten.

That doesn’t mean Toronto is suddenly heading back into a frenzy. But it does mean the market is beginning to shift — and the strategy that worked six months ago may not be the right one this fall.

In my latest article, I break down what I’m seeing on the ground, where I think the opportunities are for both buyers and sellers, and why I’m paying particularly close attention to inventory as we head into the fall market.

Read the full article here on the TRB Blog.

Toronto's fall real estate market is beginning to tighten. Here's what shrinking inventory, stable rates & changing competition mean for buyers & sellers this fall.