Tuesday 19 August 2014

Oakville Neighbourhoods and Surrounding Real Estate Grandeur – Part 3

The beauty and the charm of a home are best revealed when it is set on a picturesque, tranquil neighbourhood. This is a universal phenomenon that holds true in any corner of the world. In fact, the immense impact that a surrounding neighbourhood has upon defining the chic and the grandeur as well as, weaving a homely atmosphere around a home is simply undeniable.

In this context, the vast housing zone that stretches across the Oakville Ontario region deserves to be uniquely mentioned. This development is actually redefining the scope of success for the country’s vast real estate sector. In erstwhile posts, we described the salient features of some plush residential neighbourhoods, across the region. In continuation to that here we are bringing up some of the other chic housing zones across the region.

Bronte

The initial cluster of this residential sector consisted of the Village of Bronte. However, in course of last thirty years adjoining areas, mostly to the western boundary of the village, have come under this sprawling neighbourhood.

  • The residential zone is uniquely famous for its spectacular array of lakefront properties.
  • Some 100 or so years ago, this neighbourhood existed as a separate town and gradually, it became a constituent of Oakville County.  
  • It is most renowned for its harbour and hence, is considered as Oakville’s other downtown.  
  • The locality is ideal for retired and semi retired people, who can afford to take life more casually.
  • Huge, spacious bungalows and set of attractive and comfortable condos adore the most spectacular line of housing properties across the region.
  • The zone is home to a number of exotic restaurants and superb walking zones.

Glen Abbey

As the name suggests, this residential zone is home to the Glen Abbey golf course – one of the most renowned golfing turfs in the world. In fact, this residential sector happens to be one of the earliest well-planned neighbourhoods across the entire geographical region.

  • Most of the properties that stand along Glen Abbey today were commissioned between 1980s and ‘90s.
  • Housing properties around the region are stacked with a wide and contrasting range of modern amenities.
  • The entire zone is dotted with shady trees that provide exclusive comfort to pedestrians. 
  • The neighbourhood is exclusively renowned for excellent educational institutes that have flourished here.
  • The locality is known to provide an exemplary social life with a vast community library, the iconic Monastery Bakery and an elaborate trail system that is ideal for jogging and walking, etc.

Considering all these striking amenities around the localities, large number of Canadian homebuyers is focusing on these neighbourhoods. This is in fact, a promising turn of events for the entire Canadian real estate industry. There are several other residential zones across the county that will be taken up in following posts.

Wednesday 13 August 2014

Oakville Real Estate Surrounding the Plush Neighbourhoods – Part 2

A beautiful home is something that everyone prefers dwelling in. However, beauty of a home never remains restricted only within its four walls. Rather, it automatically merges with the appeal and the charm of the surrounding neighbourhood as well.  

In the previous post, some of the plush residential neighbourhoods across Oakville Ontario region have been discussed. In continuation to that blog, here we are presenting some intrinsic details on other housing zones surrounding the vast geographical stretch. As such, any premier Oakville real estate company counts on the attractive layout of these housing neighbourhoods, along with that of plush designing of the buildings to attract customers.

Joshua Creek

  • It is a plush neighbourhood across the region that is renowned for large number of luxury homes.
  • This residential zone is located close to the industrial hub of Toronto, as well as the city of Mississauga is also pretty nearer to it.
  • The area started developing in mid 1990s and the earliest settlers moved in during late 1990s. However, a second phase of development started around 2004.
  • Considering its stages of development, Joshua Creek is a newer subdivision that is located south of Dundas.
  • The neighbourhood can be easily accessed through highways 403 and 407, as well as by the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW).
  • Residential amenities that the zone offers include excellent education institutes and large shopping plazas.
  • The residential neighbourhood is known for double storey detached homes and luxury bungalows.
  • In fact, Joshua Creek is the ideal place to set up home for people who have to commute to and fro Toronto on a regular basis. 

Wedgewood Creek

  • The residential locality of Wedgewood Creek started coming up in the mid 1980s. However, the first batch of residents moved in during the late 1980s.
  • As it is located just west of Joshua Creek, interestingly, residents of Wedgewood Creek enjoy the same advantages in commuting as that of the other neighbourhood.  
  • The locality is famous for extensive shopping facilities and tree-lined shady pathways.
  • In a recent trend, many of the existing housing properties in the area are undergoing thorough overhauling to facilitate modern lifestyle for residents.
  • Iroquois Ridge High School is a famous educational institute across the zone that is attended by scores of local teenagers.
  • The locality is mostly dotted with sprawling double storey structures bearing 4 bedroom accommodations, along with double garage space.  
  • As far as social life around the region is concerned, Iroquois Ridge Community Centre and Library is a famous landmark.
  • There is a host of residential amenities that the region offers, which include plush indoor swimming pool with water slide, exclusive skate boarding park, children’s playground, extensive tennis courts and soccer field and sprawling public parks, etc.

Considering all the pros and cons – relevant to the existing buildings and surrounding neighbourhoods – a huge number of home buyers are focusing into this region. As such, the local real estate sector is almost on verge of redefining success, for once and for all! There are several other plush neighbourhoods across the region, which will be gradually discussed in the following blog post.

Friday 8 August 2014

Luxury Homes across Plush Neighbourhoods in Oakville – Part 1

A great neighbourhood contributes sufficiently in making of a great home. Ideally, the “homely” feeling should go beyond the four walls of one’s home and extend into the surrounding locality. In fact, while choosing a new home, people invariably assess the surrounding community. Therefore, the premium residential neighbourhoods, especially in the contemporary times, are designed with enough precision to provide the residents with all the essential and luxury amenities. In the context of high-end residential neighbourhoods in Canada, the Oakville township has attained an unparallel prominence. This majestic locality is coming up right across the shores of Lake Ontario.

Luxury Homes in Oakville Ontario

The vast residential estate across the region is comprised of an array of plush neighbourhoods. These include

  • Bronte Creek
  • Falgarwood
  • Joshua Creek
  • Wedgewood Creek
  • Glen Abbey
  • Bronte
  • Ford
  • Morrison and
  • Clearview, etc. 

The almost infinite set of luxury homes in Oakville Ontario – that the region is renowned for – is scattered across these neighbourhoods. Here is a brief description of some of these popular neighbourhoods.

Bronte Creek

  • It is one of the newest colonies in the region, which has come up between 2003 and 2012.
  • Geographically, it is nestled between Bronte Road and the Oakville Burlington town line. The Bronte Creek marks its border with the Bronte Creek Provincial Park.
  • The neighbourhood has come up on the location of erstwhile Richview Golf Club. As such, the meadows, ponds, sand dunes and most of the other landscapes have been retained in the newly formed residential neighbourhood.  
  • The region is noted for large detached homes and sprawling luxury town homes.
  • It is ideal for growing families that require larger amount of space.

Falgarwood

  • The neighbourhood came up in early 1960s. It is located just above the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) and is almost equidistant from both north and south Oakville.
  • The neighbourhood is noted for large plots, ranch style bungalows, two-storey homes with extensive backyards, wide streets dotted with large shady trees.
  • Some of the premier educational institutes of the region are located within walking distance from this plush neighbourhood. It is the nearest location to downtown Oakville.  

The key attractions of this entire neighbourhood are the serene atmosphere and host of latest amenities. In fact, the region churns out a unique warmth and friendliness that is hard to miss even on a first visit. Considering all these it is obvious that the housing properties located across these neighbourhoods have considerable demand in the market.

Information on some of the other mentioned prominent neighbourhoods across the region will be discussed in the next part.

Wednesday 30 July 2014

Factors Guiding Development of the Canadian Real Estate

Investing into the real estate is a trend that can be traced back to the bygone eras. There are certain undeniable advantages that the sector provides to its investor fraternity. As far as Canada is concerned, the nation possesses a robust economy. Simultaneously, standard of living that the country offers to its citizens is exemplary. Above everything else, the cost of living in the country, in stark contrast to its high living standard, is conveniently affordable. Taxation policies are pretty less uncomplicated. In addition to all these, immigration policy that the nation pursues is most lenient.

Canadian Real Estate

All these factors have contributed in making Canada the most preferred immigration destination in the world. People from all corners of the globe, cutting across colour, creed and ethnicity, have made this country their home. All these related factors have invariably, contributed to flourishing of the Canadian real estate industry.

There are some technical reasons as well that contribute to the popularity of the real estate industry among the country’s investors.

  • The sector provides higher leverage, as compared to other modes of investments. Banks conveniently lend 75 per cent or more of the total value of a property to the buyers.
  • Immovable assets like land and buildings receive appreciation on regular manner. Thus, property prices are ensured to go higher up in course of time.
  • One can avail a steady cash flow by letting out a building or a commercial space.
  • Investment into land and properties is more predictable than stock markets.
  • It provides excellent protection against inflation. As inflation sets in, cost of living increases and as a result, the rents increase.
  • Investing into the sector helps in obtaining certain tax benefits.

In a recent development, an ambitious residential township is coming up in the country, right across the shores of Lake Ontario. This housing project has actually redefined the commercial segment inside out. Contrasting categories of houses that are coming up here are not only catering to all sections of buyers. These housing properties are undeniably redefining the concept of “amenities and luxury in homes,” in the contemporary times.

Friday 18 July 2014

Amenities to Expect in Luxury Homes in Oakville

The business of land and buildings is doing well in contemporary Canada. This sector is showing some spectacular promises of growth. In this advantageous setup, it is obvious a large number of enthusiasts are eagerly investing their hard-earned money into the sector. As a matter of fact, the real estate in Oakville – in latest developments – is encountering a beeline of customers. Interestingly, demand for residential properties has attained huge prominence, in the region. Actually, an ambitious residential township is coming up here, right across the shores of the Lake Ontario. The vast housing zone that is under construction, is about to redefine the concept of residential buildings for once and for all.

Categories of Housing Properties

Living quarters across the region ideally cater to all categories of buyers. As such, the housing properties can be broadly divided into the following    

  • Open plots
  • Customised buildings
  • Lakefront villas and
  • Condominiums, etc.

Array of Amenities

Lakefront villas are the ideal luxury homes in Oakville Ontario that are attracting hordes of customers from far and near. The entire range of these luxury properties is located right on the shores of the great lake!  

  • In fact, a lot of these estates own private harbour and boathouse
  • The other amenities that the buildings offer include private swimming pools, hot tubs, lakeside fire pit, outdoor kitchen, well-maintained flower beds, numerous porticos paved with stone, garage space for numerous cars and many more
  • Given the list of luxury components that each of these housing estates are composed of, it is only natural that each of the properties spread across several acres.

Insides of the buildings are no less gorgeous. These are decked with a host of amenities, based on latest technology, which include

  • Home automation systems
  • Cat-6 Ethernet cable wirings
  • In-built Wi-Fi network
  • Strategically installed digital security cameras and
  • Signal boosters for cell phones, etc. 

In addition to the above technological features, the homes come with additional features, like dedicated gyms, cellars to store wine, alluring sunrooms and a vast array of bedrooms and bathrooms, etc.

According to market experts, investing into the properties here is certainly going to provide ample mileage, strictly on commercial aspect, in future.

Thursday 26 June 2014

Oakville Redefining the Concept of Luxury Homes!

The segment of homebuyers in Canada is eagerly looking for an opportunity to invest into the residential project that is coming up across the shores of Lake Ontario. The project is under construction; although, that does not help putting the beeline of customers that it is attracting to check. This particular real estate venture has rightly redefined the fortune of the entire corporate segment across the nation. The array of luxury homes in Oakville Ontario – on the other hand – is redefining the concept of luxury amenities across the housing sector, in the contemporary times.   

Luxury Homes in Oakville Ontario

There are various categories of housing properties that are coming up across the region. Lavish lakefront properties, in particular, are stacked with an infinite array of amenities that is unparallel in the contemporary times.

  • The sprawling buildings resemble more to opulent villas than any other category of building.
  • There are extensive porches, driveway, lawns and exclusive car parking space, etc. that come with the range of properties.
  • Most of these magnificent homes – if not all – have extensive basement spaces, to serve with more room to occupants.
  • Above everything else, each of the lakefront villas has exclusive exposure to the great lake. Thus, one can enjoy the best panoramic view around, from these luxury properties.
  • Impressive and functional layouts, quality construction materials, all branded fittings that are relevant with this set of homes require especial mentioning.

This commercial venture is so ambitious in itself that it truly reflects less of a housing project and more of a residential township. The township offers an added set of facilities in form of

  • Park and gardens
  • Swimming pools
  • Central library
  • Movie halls
  • Art galleries
  • Chic restaurants, bars and clubs
  • Banks
  • Shopping malls
  • Community hall
  • Gymnasium
  • Golf course
  • Hospitals and
  • Pharmacists, etc.

As a matter of fact, the Glen Abbey Golf Course and the Oakville Centre for Performing Arts are two landmark locations across the region. The region, geographically, lies in close proximity to Toronto, the significant commercial hub in the country. Extensive area that the housing township is comprised of is wrapped under adequate security arrangements. All strategic locations are under hi-tech electronic surveillance system, 24 hours a day, incessantly round the year.

The region is home to some renowned hospitals. These institutes maintain state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilitate medical care based on the latest breakthroughs in Medicine. In short, the Oakville residential zone offers as many positive factors as one can count as the best residential destination for any family.

Monday 16 June 2014

Houses for Sale Redefining Residential Amenities in Oakville

There is a long queue of investors, anxious to put their hard-earned money on houses for sale in Oakville Ontario. A vast residential township is coming up across the shores of Lake Ontario in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). This ambitious venture is actually redefining the existing benchmark, of amenities around a residential zone. Here is a quick glance on the key features that the complex offers.

houses for sale in Oakville Ontario

List of advantages

  • The extensive residential estate is coming up right across the shores of Lake Ontario. As such, scenic beauty of the region is just breathtaking. The zone has a typical serene atmosphere, which is quite appealing.
  • Lush greenery that surrounds the entire region, provides an exotic feeling of living right in the middle of an amazing nature trove. The place facilitates living in an atmosphere that is free from pollution.
  • As such, there is 2,400 acres of open space spanned all around the region. This includes parks, gardens, water bodies and natural landscape, etc. As such, the vast complex provides ample space and privacy for almost everyone. Moreover, extensive care has been taken to implement the latest electronic surveillance systems all around the region.
  • Residential units that are coming up reveal unique taste and design that appeal to every category of buyers. Construction materials used in the building are of impressive quality, which ensures durability of the structures.
  • The residential belt is located pretty near to Toronto, which is the financial capital of the nation. Thus, commuting to and fro, between one’s home and workplace, is much easier when one settles down here in Oakville.
  • The residential zone offers excellent sporting options for the sport lovers. There are multiple premier sport organizations in and around the place. Above everything else, there are some impressive ice sporting organisations in the region.
  • There are excellent schooling facilities for the kids. These educational institutes have dedicated teaching staffs, along with other modern amenities, in form of science and math labs, library facilities, etc.
  • One can avail the best medical facility, based on latest developments in the domain of healthcare, across the hospitals located within the vast residential zone.

In short, the unprecedented prominence that the impressive housing development project has acquired can actually be attributed to a string of unbelievable facilities that it offers.

Thursday 5 June 2014

Houses for Sale in Oakville: An Ever Growing Demand!

Houses for  Sale in Oakville

Any serious real estate investor in Canada knows that properties, including houses, for sale in Oakville Ontario region hardly remains in the market for long. There are – as such – more buyers for lands and buildings here than that of any time in the past. Why are the investors so anxious to put their hard-earned money in the real estate here? This is a significant question that must have popped up in the mind at one point of time or the other. In fact, there are several supportive factors that have handsomely contributed to this impressive development. These can be summed up as following.

Advantages for Oakville

  • First of all, geographical location of the place is truly exotic. The township is stretched right across the shores of Lake Ontario.
  • Thus, the region is a vast treasure trove of nature. The residents can really live amidst nature, right in the middle of far-stretching greenery.
  • The residential estate emanates a feeling of warmth and friendliness. Anyone, who has driven down Oakville even once, will surely understand this with ease.
  • The entire township is superbly designed, providing all necessary amenities at the appropriate places. There are as much as 2,400 acres of open space all around this residential zone.
  • These include parks, gardens, golf courses, water bodies and natural landscape, etc. The Glen Abbey Golf Course, which is the official venue of the Canadian Professional Open Golf Tournament that is held every year, is located right here.
  • A number of excellent schools have come across the region. These premier educational institutes provide quality education to the children residing across the township.
  • There are several multi-specialty hospitals in the region, as well. These medical centres provide “state of the art” medical care and service to patients.

In short, there are all the necessary amenities that are crucial for a hassle-free life, in the contemporary times. Resale value of properties, in and around this zone, is obviously much higher than anywhere else in the country.  

Thursday 22 May 2014

Mattamy Home Oakville Redefining the Age-Old Concept in Contemporary Times

‘Home’ is a simple word that has a different description to each individual. In fact, as one of the most significant housing solutions in contemporary Canada, Mattamy homes Oakville takes all such individual descriptions into account. Eventually, blending all the expertise and passion, some appealing homes are finally constructed for the consumer society. In fact, successful designing of homes revolve around considering a million relevant aspects, if not more, that include aesthetics, functionality, comfort and individual taste, etc.

Mattamy homes Oakville

Geographical advantage

Oakville is one of the most prominent developing residential neighbourhoods in the entire country. It is stretched right across the shores of Lake Ontario. In fact, natural beauty of the entire region is irresistibly appealing. Anyone who has been to this place even for once is bound to get struck by its vivid greenery. As such, there is 2,400 acres of open space comprising of natural landscape, golf courses, gardens and parks, etc. In addition to these, the entire region is surrounded by separate cycling and hiking trails.

Necessary amenities

The layout of this entire residential zone has been designed to perfection. There is no dearth of amenities that are relevant to contemporary life. A host of excellent centres of learning have come up across the place. These institutes are most ideal to facilitate education to children. Moreover, there are several ‘state of the art’ health facility centres in the region. In fact, to provide medical facility to pets, veterinary hospitals are coming up here as well.

The downtown location is dotted with a large number of fine eateries, bars and nightclubs, etc. As such, an extensive option to pursue clubbing and socialising is readily available here. There are banks, malls and other commercial establishments to facilitate life in this ongoing age of dominant consumerism. In short, no single stone has been left unturned here for avoiding a dull and humdrum life for its residents. 

In addition to all these, the residential estate is a part of the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) and is located pretty near to the nation’s economic capital. Considering all these factors, it is natural that a beeline of customers is anxiously awaiting their turn to procure properties in this exotic haven.

Wednesday 14 May 2014

Advantages of a Luxury Home in Oakville Ontario Region

Owning a luxury home in Oakville Ontario region is one of the most reassuring financial investments in Canada, in the recent times. The posh residential zone is located on the shore of Lake Ontario and as such, is a part of the Greater Toronto Region. The entire region sprawls over a huge area – starting along the shore, and is divided into about a dozen neighbourhoods. Some of the prominent localities here include Eastlake, Bronte, Clear View and College Park, etc.

Luxury homes in Oakville Ontario


Advantageous location

In fact, the township offers a serene atmosphere along with radiating a kind of warmth that is hard to deny even for a stranger. Located in the midst of nature, panoramic view of the place and its adjoining area is simply captivating.  

Rocking social life

The locality offers an exciting social life for every individual, irrespective of age or ethnicity. The Annual Jazz Festival is organized every year that brings in some of the biggest names of performers covering all corners of the globe. Cultural shows and events organized by the Oakville Center for Performing Arts witness heavy footfall in a regular manner.

Midnight Madness is a ‘draw card and sale’ event, which is organized every July. The festival offers thickest discounts on all items. It naturally is one of the most popular fun activities that bring the local community – to some extent – together.  

Amenities
As such, health care and child education are two of the vital factors that homemakers take into account before shifting to a new neighbourhood.

There are some excellent medical care facilities around this region. On the other hand, there are some outstanding schools that facilitate education, in the most effective way, to the kids.

The entire neighbourhood offers an excellent venue to set up an ideal home. In fact, this is an excellent investment opportunity too. Valuation of a property in such a spectacular location amidst nature is certainly going to shot up with passage of time. 

Tuesday 6 May 2014

Reasonable Factors Contributing to the Growing Demand of Houses for Sale in Oakville

As such, procuring residential properties including houses for sale, in and around Oakville, is the most prominent trend in the present times. A steady influx of residents and real estate investors are swarming the region. The fraternity of realtors, operating in the vicinity, is having too much on their platter than what they can actually manage. However, this sudden rise of fortune for these real estate agents has some profound logical explanations.

Houses for sale in Oakville


Advantages redefined

·         One of the vital reasons that uplift a geographical area as a sought-after residential destination is its existing family friendliness. A number of quality educational institutions have come up around the area in recent times. These institutions facilitate excellent resources in form of libraries, computer labs, and science labs, etc. along with a dedicated pool of teachers to make learning fun for children.
·         Geographically, the area is located close to the pulsating commercial hub of the country. There are innumerable corporate entities that operate from in and around the region. Thus, lots of people prefer to find a home here, so that they do not have to spend enough time on commuting to and fro their workplaces.
·         Above everything else, the region offers a great opportunity for the grown-ups to indulge into a rocking socio cultural life. Live performances including both musical soirees and plays are organized here on frequent basis.

Business for real estate agents, in this area, is growing in leaps and bounds. Thorough professionalism and sheer business acumen are the two factors that have paved their way to success. In fact, these professionals have put up an exemplary performance on the aspect of customer handling. As such, commercial prospect for the entire real estate sector in and around this region seems to be more promising than ever.