Canada’s slow real estate market is finally beginning to impact condo apartment prices. CREA data shows its condo apartment house price index (HPI) fell in June. Despite weak demand and rising inventory, prices have outperformed—falling less than the general market. That appears to be changing as price drops get larger, and the rut turns into […]
The Canadian condo slump continues as weak demand and rising inventories erode prices. Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) data shows the price of a benchmark (typical) condo apartment fell for a 19th consecutive month in May. Despite a smaller correction than the broader market, prices are now at the lowest since 2021. Canadian Condo Prices […]
Canada’s condo market has provided big returns for investors, but it’s currently running on fumes. Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) data shows the price of a benchmark, or typical, condo apartment fell in July. The investor-dominated segment didn’t see prices fall nearly as much as the general market since rates began climbing. However, condos have […]
Canadian condo prices have been resisting a correction, but might be ready to give in soon. CREA data shows Canadian condo prices fell for a second consecutive month in June, wiping out most of the progress made this year. Condo prices have been relatively resilient despite rising interest rates, but historically weak demand and rising […]
More Canadians are looking to buy condos, but they’re being warned not all are equal. The Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) released a study on condo reserves this week. In the 140-page report, the organization warns low reserves often create misleading overvaluations. Over the long run those values may not benefit the current owners though. […]
Canadian condo prices had a slow start compared to detached homes, but they’re now ripping higher. Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) data shows prices hit a record high in April. The typical condo apartment has seen prices advance by double digits just last month. Some markets have now produced annual gains well into the six […]
Canadian real estate saw prices surge across the country, but not in all segments. Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) data show the national index saw price growth speed up in October. A breakdown of the index reveals a different picture though. Since the beginning of the pandemic, single-family home prices experienced a price surge. Meanwhile, […]
