The BREL Real Estate Team

08/20/2026

$369,000 for a one-bedroom with an outdoor space that changes how the whole condo lives.

At 40 Homewood Ave #609, the floor plan minimizes wasted space, moving cleanly from the entry into the living area and a surprisingly generous eat-in kitchen. Fresh paint and updated flooring create a straightforward, move-in-ready starting point, while west exposure brings afternoon and evening light into the suite.

Then there's the balcony: approximately 18' x 8', private, freshly painted and wide enough for a proper table and chairs, planters and more. It feels less like a typical condo balcony and more like an extra room for the warmer months.

The suite also includes an exclusive-use locker, and maintenance fees include all utilities (heat, hydro, water, and cable TV). The building includes an indoor pool, gym, sauna, bike storage, visitor parking, concierge, and more.

Parking spaces are available to rent in the building for $110/month. With a 94 Walk Score and groceries, dining, theatres, nightlife and Church-Wellesley Village within easy reach, a car may not be the priority here.

40 Homewood Ave, Suite 609 | 1-bed, 1-bath | $369,000

See photos, the floor plan, and the virtual tour here: https://bit.ly/4bZxo4O

Listed for sale with Allie Rempel and the BREL team.

40 Homewood Ave #609 | thoughtful 1-bed condo with a large balcony listed for sale with Allie Rempel and the BREL team

08/14/2026

There's a lot to like about 126 Oakcrest Ave. There's even more to appreciate once you start thinking about actually living here.
A front mudroom for wet boots and coats. A rear mudroom connecting the house to the backyard. Private-drive parking for one car. A finished basement with a second bathroom, plus dedicated space for workouts, movie nights and storage. Even the cantina has been lined for wine-bottle storage.
The renovated kitchen and bathrooms pair beautifully with the home's original character. Exposed brick, wood accents, well-curated lighting and a wood-burning fireplace give the house its warmth and personality.
And the less obvious work is just as important: a completely rebuilt roof, replaced windows, new electrical, basement foam insulation and HVAC updated in 2019.
Add a backyard with room to garden, a small deck and hot tub, plus Woodbine subway station, Danforth GO Station and the community life around East Lynn Park, and you have a detached East Danforth home that works well beyond its principal rooms.
126 Oakcrest Ave | 3-beds, 2-baths | $1,438,000
See the photos, floor plan, and virtual tour here: https://bit.ly/4ghJtUn
Listed for sale with Halina Bucchino and the BREL team.

08/14/2026

126 Oakcrest Ave is the kind of house you feel as you move through it...the wood-burning fireplace anchoring the main floor, exposed brick and warm lighting giving each room its own mood, and renovated spaces that sit naturally alongside the home's original character.
And then there's the practical side that quietly makes life easier: two mudrooms, private-drive parking, and a finished basement with a second bathroom and flexible space for workouts, movies or storage.
Step out back, and it opens up again with a deck, garden space and a hot tub, all tucked into a private, easygoing yard.
126 Oakcrest Ave | Open House | August 15 & 16 | 2:00 to 4:00 pm
See the photos, floor plan, and virtual tour here: https://bit.ly/4ghJtUn
Listed for sale with Halina Bucchino and the BREL team.

08/11/2026

Start with the volume.

The soaring 18-ft ceilings and large industrial windows at 135 Dalhousie St #502 change the experience of this one-bedroom suite from the moment you walk in. Polished concrete floors and the Merchandise Building's heritage architecture make its hard-loft identity equally clear.

Then come the details that make the space work: a proper separate bedroom with a skylight tucked away from the living space, a beautifully renovated bathroom, custom built-in storage, one parking space and a locker.

Outside the suite, residents have access to a rooftop pool and terrace with BBQs, a basketball court, a rock climbing wall, a sauna, a party room, guest suites, and concierge. Eaton Centre, Sankofa Square, Church Wellesley Village, St. Michael's Hospital, Massey Hall and Toronto Metropolitan University are all within walking distance, with TMU Station approximately 450 metres away.

135 Dalhousie St, Suite 502 | 1-bed, 1-bath | $529,000

See the photos, floor plan, and virtual tour here: https://bit.ly/3RYMsZN

Listed for sale with Ashton Childs and the BREL team.

135-Dalhousie St #502 | 1-bed, 1-bath hard loft in the Merchandise Lofts Building listed for sale by Ashton Childs with The BREL Team.

08/07/2026

214 Gainsborough Road is a more intimate detached home, and that's part of what makes it feel so warm and welcoming.

The three-bedroom layout covers the essentials without wasted space. The kitchen has generous storage, a pass-through to the dining room and a window onto the garden. Downstairs, extensive built-ins give all the less-photogenic parts of family life (sports gear, holiday decorations, toys, luggage and Costco-sized packs of toilet paper) somewhere to disappear. There's also a Murphy bed and three-piece bathroom when guests arrive.

For the future, the attic space offers the potential for a future expansion of the living space. For right now, there's an above-average home inspection and a house that's ready to live in.

Then step outside: Williamson Park Ravine across the street, parks and recreation nearby, two elementary schools with French-language programs within a short walk, and a street where the annual Canada Day fair brings young families and long-time neighbours together.

214 Gainsborough Rd | Open House | Saturday, August 9 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

See the photos, floor plan, and virtual tour here: https://bit.ly/4yTk1gy

Listed for sale with Halina Bucchino, Allie Rempel, and the BREL team.

08/06/2026

The official word on real estate in Toronto in July 2026 is that market conditions "tightened." The numbers technically support that, but how it tightened matters.

Sales fell 0.9% compared to last July, while new listings dropped 17.8%. When supply falls faster than demand, the ratios that measure "tightness" improve even if buyers haven't rushed back into the market.

In July, we saw sellers leaving the market in droves. We are currently experiencing a balanced market, one that leans in buyers' favour. There are 4.6 months of inventory, meaning it would take that long to sell all the properties currently listed for sale, at the current sales pace (4-6 months of inventory is considered a balanced market).

The average home sold for 97% of asking and took 45 days to sell once you count relistings.

The average selling price came in at $1,003,956, down 4.5% year over year, and the MLS HPI Composite is down 4.6%.

So while prices haven't improved, the supply side of the market is shrinking, and that's the trend worth watching heading into fall.

Let's dig in:

July 2026 - TRREB stats show sales are flat, new listings down 17.8% across the GTA, and prices lower than July 2025.

08/05/2026

Suite 4207 at 70 Temperance Street is a bright south-facing 1+1 bedroom condo in the Bay Street Corridor with a practical layout, generous storage, and views from the 42nd floor.

The fully enclosed bedroom offers welcome separation from the living space, while the separate den is ideal for a home office. Large closets, generous kitchen cabinetry, a separate laundry room, and an included locker provide storage that's hard to find in a condo of this size.

Located just steps from the Financial District, PATH, Nathan Phillips Square, restaurants, shopping, and transit.

70 Temperance Street, Suite 4207 | 1+1 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | Offered at $528,000.

See the photos, floor plan, and full listing details here: https://bit.ly/4xqDnIj

Listed for sale with Varun Arora and the BREL team.

70 Temperance St #4207 | a 1+1 beds, 1 bath condo listed for sale in Toronto's Bay St Corridor with Varun Arora and the BREL team.

07/31/2026

If you've been searching for a detached family home that feels warm, welcoming, and ready to move into, we'd love to show you around 214 Gainsborough Road.

Thoughtfully maintained over the years, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home blends timeless character with everyday comfort. From the wood-burning fireplace and original details to the beautifully landscaped gardens and finished basement, it's a home designed to be lived in and loved.

Set on one of the Woodbine Corridor's most community-oriented streets, you're just steps from Williams Ravine, parks, schools, local cafés, shops, and transit.

Join us this weekend and see why this home feels just right.

214 Gainsborough Rd | August 1 and 2 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

See the photos, floor plan, and virtual tour here: https://bit.ly/4yTk1gy

Listed for sale with Allie Rempel, Halina Bucchino, and the BREL team.

07/30/2026

There comes a point when continuing to rent stops making financial sense.

If you've been waiting for an affordable way into the Toronto real estate market, this newly reduced one-bedroom condo at 159 Dundas St E, Suite 1204 deserves a closer look.

Now offered at $369,000, this 537 sq ft downtown Toronto condo features a true one-bedroom layout, built-in kitchen appliances, and a full-length balcony that adds valuable outdoor living space.

Located at Jarvis & Dundas, you're steps from TTC transit, the Eaton Centre, everyday essentials, and Starbucks right across the street. The building also offers a 24-hour concierge, gym, outdoor pool, sundeck, garden, and BBQ area—making day-to-day living easy and low maintenance.

Whether you're a first-time home buyer looking to stop renting or an investor searching for a condo in a high-demand rental location, this is a smart opportunity to secure your place in downtown Toronto without overextending.

159 Dundas St E, Suite 1204 | 1- bed, 1-bath | now $369,000

See more photos and the floor plan here: https://bit.ly/4mHCRS4

Listed for sale with Shannon Walker and the BREL team.

159 Dundas St E #1204 1-bed, 1-bath condo in Toronto's Church-Yonge corridor listed for sale with Shannon Walker and the BREL team

07/29/2026

214 Gainsborough Road is a detached Arts and Crafts residence in Beach Hill, where original character has been beautifully preserved. It is a home that feels grounded, with warm evenings by a wood-burning fireplace and sun-filled rooms that shift beautifully with the light.

Upstairs, there are three comfortable bedrooms and the family bath. The finished basement provides additional space that can adapt as needs change over time. Outside, the lush perennial gardens are a natural extension of the living space.

What truly defines this home, however, is the neighbourhood around it. Williams Park Ravine sits just across the street, with parks, pools, schools (including French-language programming), and daily conveniences all within easy reach, making life feel simple and connected. It is a place where the kids spend their days outdoors, and neighbours remain familiar faces.

For those looking to align their move with the upcoming school year, a short closing is available.

214 Gainsborough Rd | 3-beds, 2-baths | $1,249,000

See the photos, floor plans, and virtual tour here: https://bit.ly/4yTk1gy

Listed for sale with Halina Bucchino, Allie Rempel and the BREL team.

214 Gainsborough Rd | 3-bed, 2-bath detached home listed for sale with Allie Rempel, Halina Bucchino, and the BREL team in Toronto