Gillian Lewis Real Estate

06/10/2026

This is a good reminder that “the Toronto market” isn't one thing anymore; price point, property type, and neighbourhood are making a big difference.

Toronto’s summer market is showing a few different stories at once. Semi-detached homes under $2 million are drawing strong interest, smaller condos are still struggling, and some luxury neighbourhoods are seeing more activity than they did last year. For anyone watching the city closely, the take...

06/10/2026

No surprises here.

NEW: The Bank of Canada has held its policy rate steady at 2.25%, as expected, leaving borrowing costs unchanged for variable-rate mortgage holders and borrowers with lines of credit tied to prime.

06/09/2026

Spectacular Custom-Built Executive Home in Prime Don Mills!
This 4+1 Bedroom Home Exudes A Timeless Modern Design With A Stone, Brick & Wood Aesthetic. A Functional Layout With Exceptional Attention To Detail & A Rare 2nd Floor Office & Laundry. Custom Italian-Style Modern Kitchen With Sub-Zero & Wolf Appliances. A Professionally Finished Basement With Heated Floors, Separate Entrance & More.

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9 Fordham Place, Toronto, ON M3B 1K2. Click for more photos and pricing

06/08/2026

The right real estate agent can make all the difference when you are hunting for a new home, guiding you past unseen pitfalls.

This article explains how a trusted realtor helps you interpret the market, understand neighbourhood dynamics, and make confident decisions from the first conversation to the moment you get the keys. It’s an encouraging reminder that you don’t have to navigate the process alone.

06/07/2026

Check out this Luxury condo living at The Reserve Collection by Tribute Communities. ✨ This bright 2 Bed + Den suite offers modern finishes, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, floor-to-ceiling windows & a south-facing balcony. Amazing amenities, owned parking & steps to transit, Greek Town & the Beaches. Investor-friendly with tenants paying $3,300/month + utilities and willing to stay!

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286 Main Street, Unit 210, Toronto, ON M4C 0B3. Click for more photos and pricing

06/06/2026

Upscale improvements can certainly be worth the investment if executed with a sense of balance between design panache, functionality, and market sensibility.

Upscale improvements can certainly be worth the investment if executed with a sense of balance between design panache, functionality, and market sensibility. The most important factor to weigh before splurging is "adherence to the home's price range and location. If you over-improve — say, install...

06/05/2026

*An Exceptional Opportunity To Personalize In Bayview Village*
This Large 4 Bedroom Home Converted To 3 Bedrooms Awaits Your Renovator's Touch. Extra Wide Lot With 64 Ft. Of Frontage, Main Floor Family Room With Fireplace, Finished Basement, Updated Kitchen With Granite Countertops, 7 Car Parking With Double Car Garage & Direct Access to House.

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3161 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, ON M2K 1G2. Click for more photos and pricing

06/04/2026

Buying land can sound simple until financing comes up, especially when lenders want more money down or approved construction plans first.

Buying land in Canada usually comes with different financing rules than buying a house that’s already built. Lenders may look closely at whether the land is raw, serviced, rural, urban, or tied to a construction plan. In Ontario, that can matter even more if you’re comparing cottage country, far...

06/03/2026

May Real Estate Stats Toronto & GTA

06/03/2026

If you’ve been waiting for less competition and a little more negotiating room, the current Toronto market looks very different from the frenzy a few years ago.

There are signs the Toronto market may be starting to steady after a long stretch of slower activity and softer prices. More buyers appear willing to step back into the market, helped in part by lower borrowing costs and increased inventory compared with the peak pandemic years. At the same time, af...