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Everyone reported the wrong July number.The headline was “prices down 4.5%.” Fine. But here is the one that actually mat...
08/20/2026

Everyone reported the wrong July number.

The headline was “prices down 4.5%.” Fine. But here is the one that actually matters: new listings across the GTA fell 17.8% compared to last July, while sales stayed flat.

Fewer homes. Same buyers. You know where that goes.

Slide 1 is Toronto, slide 2 is Oakville. A few things worth knowing:

Toronto is not one market. Semi-detached homes sold at 101% of asking in an average of 24 days. Condos, meanwhile, are the softest they have been in years, with the benchmark down 7.09% and over 5,000 units sitting active. Same city, opposite experiences.

Oakville is holding its premium at a $1.41M average, but buyers are taking their time. Listings averaged 38 days to sell with about five months of inventory. Real value, real patience required.

If you are buying, your window is still open. It is just narrower than it was in the spring, and it is closing fastest on low-rise.

If you are selling this fall, you have less competition on the shelf than you did a year ago. That is a genuine advantage, but only if the price is right from day one.

Averages will not match your street. Send me a DM with your neighbourhood and I will pull your actual numbers.

SOLD | 170 Cowan Ave, Toronto✨Some homes just have a soul. Built in the 1880s as a church manse, this Victorian came wit...
08/14/2026

SOLD | 170 Cowan Ave, Toronto✨

Some homes just have a soul. Built in the 1880s as a church manse, this Victorian came with pressed tin ceilings, stained glass, original hardwood, and an 1881 claw-foot tub still going strong.

A home like this doesn’t just get listed. It gets understood.

Here’s what went into the sale:
A plan before a price, plus a pre-listing inspection
Fresh paint and smart touch-ups that let the original details shine
Professional staging, photography, and video
A targeted social push and busy open houses
Negotiation from a position of strength

The result? The right buyer, clean terms, and a number our sellers were thrilled with.

Congratulations to our clients.

08/10/2026

Look up.

Twenty foot ceilings. Imported Italian tile with heat running underneath it. A floating glass staircase with nothing visible holding it up.

This is 3.3 million dollars in South Oakville, and I want to show you what that number actually looks like in person, because photos do not do this one justice.

Four bedroom suites, each with a private heated ensuite. A walk out lower level with nine foot ceilings that feels nothing like a basement. And a rare 150 foot lot in a pocket where depth like this almost never comes up.

📍2378 Rebecca St, offered at $3,299,999.

DM us if you want the full tour and I’ll send it over.

Listed by Hazma A. Juma from Royal LePage Certified Realty, Brokerage

Be the first to write your story in this exceptional 3+2 bedroom, 4-bathroom modern bungalow, where refined design meets...
07/29/2026

Be the first to write your story in this exceptional 3+2 bedroom, 4-bathroom modern bungalow, where refined design meets rare, untouched space.

Set upon a sweeping 2.5-acre parcel of flat, usable land, this nearly 2,000 sq ft residence offers something increasingly hard to find: room to breathe, a sense of seclusion, and a thoughtfully composed layout that lives beautifully.

Step inside and feel the space open around you. The great room, dining area, and gourmet kitchen flow together in seamless harmony, anchored by an oversized island, a natural gathering place for the passionate cook and the effortless entertainer alike. Sunlight moves easily through the open-concept design, giving every moment a warm, elevated feel.

The main level unfolds into three generously scaled bedrooms, including a serene primary retreat complete with a walk-in closet and a spa-inspired 5-piece ensuite. Everyday living is made effortless with direct entry from the double garage into a well-appointed laundry and mudroom, plus a convenient 2-piece bath.

Descend to the fully finished lower level, where possibility awaits: a fourth bedroom, a full bathroom, an expansive office, and a versatile bonus room ready to become your private gym, home theatre, or whatever your imagination invites. Generous open space remains, offering room for storage, for celebration, for life’s gatherings.

Outside, a quiet, tree-lined setting cradles a sprawling backyard, offering endless room to roam beneath open skies. And with the quality and ease of a newer build, there is nothing left to do but arrive, exhale, and begin.

📍734565 West Back Line, Grey Highlands, ON
Offered for $1,375,000 (Offers Anytime)

DM us for more information, photos, the floor plan or to book a private showing.

The GTA market is quietly turning a corner, and June’s numbers prove it. Here’s what’s happening in your neighbourhood r...
07/20/2026

The GTA market is quietly turning a corner, and June’s numbers prove it.

Here’s what’s happening in your neighbourhood right now:

📍 Toronto: The average price sits around $1.08M, but here’s the real story. GTA home sales jumped 9.4% year over year while new listings dropped nearly 13%. Buyers still have room to negotiate, but that cushion is shrinking fast.

📍 Oakville: Steady and strong, with an average price around $1.45M and 297 homes sold in June. Detached homes are anchoring the top end near $1.81M, while condos remain a smart entry point around $694K.

The takeaway? Whether you’re buying or selling, this is a market that rewards a plan, not waiting on the sidelines. The window for easy wins is narrowing.

Swipe through for the full breakdown 👉 and if you’re wondering what this means for your home or your next move, send me a DM. No pressure, just a friendly conversation.

Bright and spacious detached home in the sought-after Iroquois Ridge community! This beautifully maintained residence of...
07/17/2026

Bright and spacious detached home in the sought-after Iroquois Ridge community! This beautifully maintained residence offers a fantastic open-concept layout designed for both comfortable living and effortless entertaining.

The modern eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, a stone backsplash, and quality stainless steel appliances, while the main level boasts soaring 9’ ceilings, elegant columns, crown moldings, pot lights, and a rich combination of ceramic and hardwood flooring. Generous living, dining, and family rooms provide plenty of space to gather and relax.

Retreat to the spacious primary bedroom, complete with a 5-piece ensuite and a large walk-in closet. The professionally finished basement adds incredible versatility, offering a cozy fireplace, wet bar, private office, and a huge recreation room, perfect for family fun or hosting guests.

Freshly painted throughout, with new light fixtures and brand-new carpet in the basement, this home is move-in ready. Ideally located in an excellent Iroquois Ridge neighbourhood, you’ll be close to top-rated schools, a splash pad, and scenic trails. A wonderful place to call home!

📍457 Ravineview Way, Oakville
Offered for $1,449,900 (Offers Anytime)

DM us for more information, photos, the floor plan or to book a private showing.

Please join us in welcoming Lee Johnston to The Lotus Group! A seasoned veteran of Toronto real estate, Lee specializes ...
07/15/2026

Please join us in welcoming Lee Johnston to The Lotus Group!

A seasoned veteran of Toronto real estate, Lee specializes in sales and rentals across Etobicoke and the wider GTA. Since 2019, he’s built his business on hard work and trust, delivering outstanding results for his clients and, more importantly, the kind of lasting relationships that turn buyers and sellers into repeat and referral clients. Those relationships are the heart of what he does.

Lee brings integrity and commitment to every transaction, along with a little fun, because buying or selling a home should feel good, too.

Welcome to the team, Lee. We’re so glad you’re here.

📩 Looking to buy, sell, or rent in the GTA? Reach out to Lee today at [email protected]

This charming 2.5-storey home sits in the heart of Central Hamilton, just steps from Gage Park. Thoughtfully updated, it...
06/24/2026

This charming 2.5-storey home sits in the heart of Central Hamilton, just steps from Gage Park. Thoughtfully updated, it blends timeless character with modern comfort across 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths.

A covered front porch welcomes you into a spacious foyer that opens to a bright living and dining area, where pot lighting highlights updated flooring and a striking feature wall. The updated kitchen imMODA modernicahite cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and butcher blockLin Lin Lins—perfect for family meals or entertaining.

A piano-style staircase leads to the second level, offering two generous bedrooms, including one with a sun-filled bay window. An exterior door accesses the flat roof over the kitchen—a space full of potential. The elegant 3-piece bath features an oversized glass shower.

The third level is a true primary retreat with two closets and a spa-inspired 3-piece bath with a stand-up glass shower. The lower level adds excellent storage, laundry, and a finished 2-piece powder room.
Outside, enjoy a low-maintenance turf yard with a deck, leading to an oversized 1.5-car garage with an updated door.

Recent updates include windows, roof shingles and eavestroughs (2017), flooring and light fixtures (2020), central air (2020), electrical panel (2020), main drain replacement (2020), and furnace (2023). California shutters and oversized mouldings throughout preserve the home's original character.

With cafes, shops, and transit just steps away, 39 East Bend Avenue South is the perfect blend of location, character, and quality upgrades.

📍39 East Bend Avenue South, Hamilton
Offered for $569,900 (Offers Anytime)

DM us for more information, photos, the floor plan or to book a private showing.

Sold in 2 days.The average one-bedroom condo in this neighbourhood takes 45 days to sell. Ours sold in 2. That is more t...
06/24/2026

Sold in 2 days.

The average one-bedroom condo in this neighbourhood takes 45 days to sell. Ours sold in 2. That is more than 20 times faster.

So how did it happen? It was all about the prep.

Before we listed 1000 King Street #304, we put in the work to make it shine. We gave it a fresh coat of paint and new flooring. We added new light fixtures and new kitchen cabinet handles. We staged every room with MODA Staging | Toronto Home Staging

Then we brought in a pro for the photos and a video tour. Jay

The showings filled up fast, and the home sold before most listings even have their first open house.

Here is the simple truth. When a home looks its best, buyers fall in love. The right prep plus the right marketing equals a faster sale.

A big congratulations to our sellers.

We are so happy for you, and it was a joy to help you reach the finish line.

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130 King Street W, Suite 1800
Toronto, ON
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