Since our last newsletter we've brought 2 fabulous waterfront cottage listings to market AND sold them, in multiple offers, over asking! One on peaceful Riley Lake and the other on crystal clear Skeleton Lake (you can see them below). If you own a similar property and are thinking of selling, please reach out. We have loads of buyers who are still looking.
If you are a buyer out there combing through listings, you may be passing up the perfect property without even considering it. If you're serious about buying, you can increase your odds of success by aligning with a trusted local advisor. We eat, sleep and breathe waterfront properties. It's our full time job so it doesn't need to be yours. Stay in touch with us so you're top of mind.
As we get into summer, we love sharing some of our Muskoka Favourites. This month we've featured Beveragino in Port Carling and Cacao Boys in Bala on our blog in some local business shoutouts. While you're at it, check out our other Blog Posts!
Are you a member of your Lake Association? These are typically run by volunteers who do all sorts of things from planning/running social and sporting events on the lake to monitoring water quality and spearheading stewardship projects. There's usually a nominal charge each year and it's well worth it to be kept up-to-date on lake goings-on and some insurance companies even offer a discount to members!
Derek recently shared his expertise on the Muskoka market with Real Estate Magazine. He shed some light on the evolving landscape of cottage properties in the Muskoka region. As mentioned in the article, the demand for waterfront properties will always be present, with land values increasing over the years. This has caused buyers to become more creative with development, from large luxurious cottage builds to innovative site clearing, people are finding a way to make the Muskoka terrain work for them. You can check out the whole article here.
We don’t mention it much, but we love to give back to the communities we live and work in. We volunteer and donate to various organizations and a portion of every sale goes to a local charity.
Coming up on June 1 our family will be participating in Bike for Brain Health supporting Baycrest’s vision of a future where every older adult enjoys a life of purpose, inspiration and fulfilment.
The world has changed so much in the past few years, and now, more than ever before, we are seeing how vulnerable our older population and their supporters are. Together, we can help older adults everywhere live their best lives and give resources to their caregivers.
Join our team!Or, please consider supporting us in our journey to raise funds for this incredible organization. It’s simple to do, safe and secure, and you will automatically receive your tax receipt via email! Click here to make a donation
There are always loads of things going on in Muskoka. Here’s a few suggestions if you need an excuse to come up!
Looking for long weekend plans? The Muskoka 2/4 Craft Beer Festival is a beer festival smashed together with music, food and a full day of fun. What a great way to kick off the summer season and spend a Saturday hanging out on the beautiful Muskoka River in downtown Huntsville. Check it out May 18th, 11-6pm.
The Kee to Bala is a Muskoka summer staple year after year. The 2024 summer concert lineup includes Canadian heavy hitters and international icons alike. They are known for bringing in artists that appeal to all generations! They kickoff the season with Big Wreck – Opening Night At The Kee May 18th @ 8pm. We’re going to be at the Billy Idol concert at the Kee Aug 13, let us know if you’re going to be there too!
If you’re looking for more activity, you can enjoy several different length cycling tours around the picturesque Muskoka Lakes while supporting Mental Health in Muskoka and Parry Sound at Spin The Lakes Tour May 25th
In July of 1977, Jim and Sue Waddington began a 36 year journey of discovery to locate, document, and photograph the actual landscapes that inspired and influenced the Group of Seven. Join them to chat about their book “In The Footsteps Of The Group of Seven” in support of Muskoka Lakes Museum June 8th 3:30-5:30pm
Last Month we mentioned that we’d seen twice as many new waterfront listings in March in the Lakelands North (Muskoka, Haliburton, Parry Sound) as in 2023. The trend continued with more in April and Year to Date New Listings (735) are up a whopping 73% over last year.
In this market where most buyers struggle with not finding enough choice, sales tend to follow listings. Although not up as much, YTD Sales (167) are 28.5% ahead of 2023 due to this increased inventory.
Now that we’ve got several months of data to give more statistical significance, the YTD pricing numbers are more meaningful. We’ve talked before about how volatile Average Sale Price can be and YTD ($1,187,174) is down 7.7% from 2023 while the more reliable Median price ($950,000) is up 4% over YTD 2023.
Even though we’re seeing monthly fluctuations in price, the trend is relatively flat. If you’re one of those buyers waiting for prices to drop further, you may be waiting a while.
The CREA Lakelands Stats have been released a bit early this month if you want to look at the entire Real Estate Board.
Renovating a home can transform it into a beautiful place, but it can also lead to problems if not done properly. With careful planning, you can complete your home renovation on time and within budget. This guide will provide you with the steps you need to take and some tips and tricks to ensure a smooth process.
Pollinator gardens are easy to set up and maintain, offer year-round beauty, and support biodiversity. Here’s how to choose the right flowering plants and provide proper care to create a thriving pollinator garden.
This is not intended to solicit properties currently listed for sale or individuals currently under contract with a brokerage. All information was current on May 15, 2024.
