Edmonton Real Estate Blog

Homeowners: Everything You Need to Know About Pet Ownership in Central Edmonton

There are many lifestyle factors to consider when moving into a new home. Suitable amenities located near a property are significant things to evaluate during the decision process – this includes amenities for any four-legged family members as well! Having a pet can be a major influence on where you choose to call home, and if you’re interested in relocating to Central Edmonton, there are some key variables to keep in mind.

In-home considerations

Barking is going to happen; however, this becomes more of an issue when you’re living in a denser environment like Central Edmonton. People are going to be living closer to you, therefore making them much more susceptible to any noise. You’ll need to be more mindful of any disruptive sounds you and…

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[QUIZ] How well do you know Edmonton neighbourhoods?

You might think you're well-versed in some of Edmonton's top neighbourhoods, but how well do you know them really? Take my quiz to find out!

Featured listings by neighbourhood

Do you see your dream home in the above infographic? Find it in my featured listings:

• Westmount
• Belgravia
• Oliver
• Garneau
• Downtown
• Strathcona

How did you do? Share you results (and, perhaps, something interesting you learned!) with me on Facebook or Twitter.

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How the Summer Olympics Are Impacting Real Estate in Rio

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When it comes to sporting events, it doesn’t get much bigger than the Olympics. With years of planning and preparation, millions (and even billions) of dollars are spent on building new infrastructure, as well as on promoting the host city on a global scale. This year’s summer Olympics have placed the spotlight on Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and the games are now underway. The globe is not only watching the games, but everything happening within the country before, during, and even after the big event.

The Proctor team has been examining the real estate market in Rio and how it has been affected by one of the world’s most coveted athletic shows. Here’s what we’ve discovered:

A Reason for Concern

The Olympic athlete’s…

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July Market Update: Strong, Stable Pricing in Edmonton Area Despite Slower Sales

The all residential average sale price for the month of July remains strong at $384,504 while single family homes saw an increase in average price of 3% to $450,366. Although overall condo sales were 30% lower last month than they were in July, 2015, the average condo sale price remains roughly the same, while the median sale price increased by 6.1%.

“We can attribute much of the average price increase to the strength of high end home sales. When we look at the median price of residential properties, we see a clearer picture of what is happening to prices. The median sales price for all residential is up less than a percent from last year. We are continuing to see strong stable pricing throughout the Edmonton region despite slower sales,” says…

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How Realtors are making use of the popular Pokemon Go Game

Within weeks of being released Pokemon Go, the augmented reality mobile game that was popularized in the 90s, has become a a global phenomenon. Wherever you look, whether online or in the real world, there's no shortage of people looking for Pokemon or talking about Pokemon Go. And in that same short time, as you can see below, businesses are picking up on the craze, and using it to promote themselves! 


But as a real estate agent, I was wondering: are agents using it? The short answer is yes. Pokemon stops, pokemon gyms, and pokemon in general, have quickly become a selling point to use on listings. Here's a few examples of how real estate agents are using the cultural phenomenon known all around the world!
1) This realtor isn't messing around:…

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The big beautiful guide to Edmonton & area farmers' markets!

There's no better way to enjoy a beautiful summer day than with a stroll through one of Edmonton's best farmers' markets. Whether you're spending your Thursday evening grabbing a bite at the numerous food trucks surrounding the 124th street farmers' market, or you're skipping Friday drinks in favour of some good conversation and familiar faces at the downtown night market, Edmonton has no shortage of local vendors and artisans who live by the slogan: "You make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it."

Take a friend or catch up on some "me" time at any one of these local favouites. 

I'd love to hear which market is your favourite. Find me on Twitter and Facebook, or call me, Chris Proctor, at 780-709-0811, and perhaps we can find your dream…

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Modern family living: a day in Edmonton’s Pleasantview neighbourhood

Located within Edmonton’s coveted Southside is one of our city’s most noteworthy up-and-coming communities. Found just south of Whyte Avenue, Pleasantview offers a desirable location that is bordered by Calgary trail and is in close proximity to a wide variety of outstanding amenities. Overgrown trees and a centrally located park define this neighbourhood, making it a welcoming environment for young and growing families.

Not running short on character, you’ll find homes that boast unique style throughout the Pleasantview community. Looking for a spacious family home? Pleasantview has many, like this mid-century, triple-car garage home. Featuring a walk-out basement and four generously sized bedrooms, this home is move-in ready. In addition to its…

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Market Update June: Prices stay level, despite a slowing of sales for the month.

During the month of June, 3,041 new residential listings were added to the Edmonton Census Metropolitan Area (CMA). Although the number of residential units reported sold was flat month-over-month, June saw 1,117 single family sales, down 16 per cent from this time last year, but almost identical to the number of reported sales in May, 2016. Reported condo sales were up 11.5 per cent month-over-month at 465 units, but still down 23.6 per cent from last year. 

“Although June’s residential unit sales are up slightly over May, we did not see the numbers set in June of 2015. Also notable is that the sustained lull in sales we have seen over the past two years has not been reflected in average price. Continued sales of higher priced properties in the region…

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5 home projects that are easier than you think (and 2 that aren't)

We love a good do-it-yourself (DIY) project—especially one that can increase the value of a home with little investment. What we don’t love is committing to a project we think will only take an afternoon to complete, but ends up consuming our entire summer. Avoid a DIY disaster by effectively evaluating all the steps involved in completing a renovation or home improvement job correctly.

If you’re looking for a home project to get started on, here are five that you can confidently roll up your sleeves for and conquer. We’ve also highlighted a couple of projects you should definitely leave to the professionals!

Refresh with paint

One of the easiest ways to update your home is to give it a fresh coat of paint. You can save yourself a lot of money by…

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Summer sippin' on the best patios in Edmonton!

Today, June 20th, is the longest day of the year and the first day of Summer in Edmonton. What better time to share 6 of my favourite summer patios? Based almost entirely in Central Edmonton, we have some of the best people-watching patios to cool down on a hot summer's day. 

Grab a few friends, catch a few rays, drink a few cocktails, and enjoy!



Enjoyed the infographic? Don't hesitate to let me know on my Twitter, Facebook, Contact page, or call me, Chris Proctor, at 780-709-0811, and perhaps we can talk real estate on one of these patios!

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