November 2019 Newsletter
(November start was a winter wonderland!)
HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON!
I can't believe we are at the end of November already! October ended and November started off with a blast of snow storms and high winds! Cooler temperatures and continued snow through the first half of November which allowed Blue Mountain Resorts to open skiing for the past two weekends! month. A new record.
Ted and I were fortunate to escape to warmer sunshine in Mexico this month and this past week I was able to enjoy a wonderful 'Sisters Getaway' for 2 days with my 4 sisters! First time ever! We enjoyed two fabulous nights in the Blue Mountain Village taking in some fabulous Fallicious dining opportunities and mesmerized by the fabulous lighting display being set up for the Blumination Dream Trail, which officially opens on Saturday! Be sure to come and check it out. You will not be disappointed!
October was another solid month in the real estate world throughout the entire Southern Georgian Bay region, particularly the Western region, staying with the trend for most of Ontario. Residential sales throughout Southern Georgian Bay showed an increase of 12.6% over October 2018, with a 8.8% increase year to date. October average sale prices for the entire area were up 11.4% with new listings up 15.2%
Real Estate sales activity in October for he Western Region of Southern Georgian Bay was solid as sales activity was up 14.9% over last year, with year to date activity up 11.2%. New listings were up 23% over 2018 which likely is what has contributed to increased sales activity. . Average sale prices across the region were up by 12.5% in September 2019 over 2018, year to date average sales price is up 10.9%. Residential home sales in the entire Western Region, includes Wasaga Beach, Clearview Township, Collingwood, The Blue Mountains, the Municipality of Meaford, and Grey Highlands.
Please find stats specific for the areas that I focus on.
Collingwood Average Sales Activity continued to be up, showing a 22.4% increase year over year, with year to date activity up 25.9%. The Average Sale Prices for October were up by 11.4% over 2018, with year to date prices also up by 10.4%. October new listings in Collingwood for were up significantly, by 32.8% over 2018 which contributed to the increased sales activity.
The Town of Blue Mountains October Average Sales Activity was actually down slightly, by 2.4%, but year over year it is still up by 7.3%. The Average Sale Prices for October was up 10.1% year over year with year to date up by 9.4%. New listings in The Blue Mountains were only up 2.6% over 2018. Overall demand in the Blue Mountains continues to be strong, especially for chalets, single family homes and waterfront properties .
Meaford Sales Activity for October was on the rise being up 10% last month over October 2018, however year to date sales are still down by 5.2%. The average sales prices continued to climb in Meaford, up 10.1% for October, with year to date also increasing by 11.4%. New listings were up by a huge 47.4% providing more options for Buyers.
Check out the variety of properties I have featured that are across our Western region. The Southern Georgian Bay region is a very desirable location to live in, whether for full time living or for your home away from home.
Please see more details for the Western Region in the Chestnut Park Market Watch below.
Looking to BUY or SELL a property, call me to help!
RESORT HOMES - CHALETS - SINGLE FAMILY - CONDOS
VACATION - FULL-TIME - INVESTMENT - RETIREMENT
MOUNTAINSIDE -IN-TOWN -COUNTRY - WATERFRONT
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Consistent Performer with over 35 years experience, the last 20 years selling Collingwood, Blue Mountain to Meaford. Contact me for your real estate needs! EllenJarman@rogers.com
Turn key and ready to move in and only steps to the Village! Charming and cozy fully furnished three bedroom, two bath chalet in the popular Heritage Corners Development, only minutes walk to the action in the Blue Mountain Village, the ski hills and golf. This inviting home offers a spacious and open living area with wood burning fireplace and sliding doors to a patio, large kitchen with fabulous cupboard space including a wall of pantry cabinets. Two bedrooms and full bath on the main floor and beautifully finished lower level with an oversized family room finished in barn-board, as additional bedroom/den and a full bath with steam room! This is a perfect full time home or a wonderful chalet to use as your cottage getaway, Heritage Corners offers great recreational facilities with a seasonal outdoor pool, tennis courts, and a games room. This is a lovely and quiet family neighborhood. No transient short term rental permitted. Call for details!
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Stunning Town Home in Thornbury! *Courtesy of ReMax at Blue Realty Inc. Brokerage
#2 - 11 Bay Street East, Thornbury, Ontario
Now $1,195,000
A family retreat! Watch and listen to the Beaver River flow by! Enjoy sunsets and views over Georgian Bay and the Harbour from your balcony. This gorgeous home is spectacular and perfect for the entire family, from Grandparents to children. The in-unit private elevator gives you a lift when necessary. The main level offers gourmet open concept kitchen,dining and living with gas fireplace and high ceilings, entrance from garage and large utility room. Walk out to your private patio in the landscaped backyard. Attention to detail, crown molding, solid wood doors, gorgeous hardwood floors, heated tiled floors, and oversized baseboards.
The private master bedroom located on the top level has a enormous spa-like ensuite, separate den with fireplace and private balcony, Your personal oasis.
Plenty of storage for all your toys with attached single car garage and cupboard space throughout. The location of this home is ideal, walking distance to downtown Thornbury's favourite restaurants & shops. Skiing, hiking, biking, boating all very close. Contact me for details on this prestigious home in such a fabulous location.
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MLS #227885
SKIING IS UNDERWAY AT BLUE MOUNTAIN AND PRIVATE CLUBS ARE GETTING READY FOR SKI SEASON 2019-2020!
STILL SOME GREAT SKI SEASON RENTALS AVAILABLE!
See Ski Season Options below!
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BLUE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE
A FOUR SEASONS RESORT AREA OFFERING GREAT COTTAGE AND INVESTMENT ALTERNATIVES.
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(Snow covered Blue Mountain Village earlier this November!)
SKIING OPENED AT BLUE MOUNTAIN ON NOVEMBER 15TH!
THE EARLIEST EVER!
Weekend skiing has begun at Blue Mountain with snow guns adding to Mother Nature's snow to get the 2019-2020 ski season underway! Forecast is for colder winter days into December so full skiing should open before long.
The Blue Mountain Village is decorated over the top this year, certainly welcoming the upcoming festive season. If you have not experienced Blumination, you must check it out. Absolutely amazing. I was fortunate to see it being set up this week and it is gorgeous.
October real estate sales in the Blue Mountain Village and surrounding village properties continued to be steady and has been so throughout November as well. Many Buyers are looking for the added benefits of revenue producing properties that the Blue Mountain Village offers, while still being able to enjoy personal use as desired. STA (Short Term Accommodation) approved properties around the Village core are in high demand as well, where owners have the option of self managing or going with a rental management company.
5 more sales the past month in the Blue Mountain Village and 3 sales in the immediate surrounding area town homes! See sales stats for October listed below.
BLUE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE AND AREA SALES FOR PAST MONTH
VILLAGE PROPER SALES - PAST MONTH
Grand Georgian- 1- 2 bedroom
Weider Lodge - 1 bachelor unit
The Westin - 3 - 1 bachelor, 1 one bedroom 1 - two bedroom
VILLAGE AREA TOWNHOME SALES - PAST MONTH Snowbridge - 1 - one bedroom
Rivergrass -1 two bedroom
Chateau Ridge -1 - 2 bedroom
INVENTORY REMAINS LOW!
IF YOU HAVE BEEN THINKING OF SELLING? TIME TO GET YOUR RESORT HOME ON THE MARKET.
NOT LOOKING FOR SHORT TERM RENTAL PROPERTIES BUT WANT TO BE CLOSE TO THE SKI HILLS? There are some great exclusive use ownership opportunities in Blue Mountain, close to the ski hills and Village, for Buyers looking to enjoy personal use ownership only. Chalets, condos, single family homes. What is your choice?
Contact me for details on some great opportunities and all available listings in the Blue Mountain Village and area.
NON RESIDENTS 15% SPECULATION TAX DOES NOT APPLY TO BLUE MOUNTAIN AND GREY COUNTY!
I am proud to be a Top Producer Selling Blue Mountain Village and area for the past 20 years!
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Offered on market for the first time, this spectacular contemporary Barn like architectural home is nestled on the Niagara Escarpment just outside Thornbury Ontario.
