The GTA real estate market is currently stalling rather than crashing. There is an obvious lack of momentum. Buyers are literally sitting on the sidelines while listings continue to increase. BUYER MENTALITY: "WHY ACT FAST WHEN THERE IS SO MUCH INVENTORY?" Buyers are hesitant due to fear of overpaying, leading to intense price pressure, especially for condos, as listings rise and sales decline.Here are the latest stats by Home Type:
-Over 12,000 active condos listings in the GTA-Roughly 1 in 10 selling month/over month-Detached and Townhome sales also falling (more notable in the 905 region)-If you are not priced 'best in category', be prepared to waitKEY MARKET IMPLICATIONS: - Intensifying Price Pressure: With more listings and fewer sales, sellers will likely face pressure to reduce prices, driven by buyer expectations.
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- Vulnerable Pre-Construction & Investor Segments: The new condo market is at a 30-year low in sales, with softening rents and falling resale values making investor-oriented projects unsustainable. Expect more assignments and potential developer delays or incentives.
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- Fragile Functionality: While deals are still happening, the market lacks direction. Liquidity exists only for sellers willing to discount and buyers confident enough to act, indicating an unhealthy balance.
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- Bank of Canada's Pivotal Role: Future interest rate decisions are critical. Rate cuts could stimulate demand by late summer or fall, but holding steady will prolong the current limbo, leading to longer days on market, more aggressive price reductions, and continued buyer hesitation.
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