Guelph's Best Outdoor Skating Rinks & Outdoor Community Ice Skating   As winter blankets Guelph in a layer of snow, the city transforms into a winter wonderland, offering an array of outdoor activities for residents and visitors alike. One cherished tradition that captures the essence of the season is outdoor skating. In this blog post, we'll guide you through the best outdoor skating rinks in Guelph, ensuring you make the most of this cold-weather and Canadian tradition of outdoor skating, and Guelph best outdoor skating rinks. Guelph's outdoor skating rinks offer a delightful ble ..read more

Serve Up Fun and Ace Your Game: Discover Guelph's Public Tennis and Pickleball Courts! Are you a tennis and pickle ball enthusiast in Guelph looking to unleash your inner Federer or Williams’ sister? Well, you're in luck! Guelph is home to several fantastic public tennis courts where you can indulge in your love for the sport. Whether you're a seasoned player or a beginner eager to learn, this blog post will guide you through the vibrant tennis scene in Guelph, ensuring you have a smashing time while serving up some fun! Plus, we have a special message for all the young tennis enthusiasts out ..read more

Unleash the Fun: Visit Guelph’s Top 5 ‘Off-Leash’ Dog Parks Welcome to Guelph, Ontario, where the sun shines bright, and the dogs run free! Whether you're a resident or a visitor, there's no doubt that you'll want to make the most of your time in this beautiful city. And what better way to do that than by visiting one of Guelph's amazing off-leash dog parks? That's why we've put together this guide to help you sniff out the best dog parks in Guelph.   First things first, let's talk about why off-leash dog parks are so great. Not only do they provide your furry friend with a chance to s ..read more

Guelph Home Sales in March Came in Like a ?…Went out Like a ? GUELPH, ON (April 8, 2020) –– There were 223 residential homes sold through the Multiple Listing System (MLS® System) in the City of Guelph in March, an increase of 16.1 per cent compared to the same month last year. Total residential sales in March included 121 detached homes (up 31.5 per cent), and 37 condominium apartments (down 2.6 per cent). Sales also included 49 townhouses (down 2 per cent) and 16 semi-detached homes (up 33.3 per cent).   Historical Guelph Home Sales By Property Type  “Guelph real estate sale ..read more

As we enter the second week of the COVID-19 state of emergency declaration, one thing rings true — we are all in this together with the focus of individuals and communities coming together to practice social distancing (physical distancing). As a result we have naturally seen showing activity fallen off from the same period in 2019 as the impact of COVID-19 continues to grow. ShowingTime has provided data that shows weekly showings through the ORTIS system. Through mid-March, year-over-year showing activity was higher nationwide compared to 2019. The current downturn is indicative of the indus ..read more

It’s clear we’re all in this together, and we’ve all been spending the last few days coping with the development of the COVID-19 pandemic with feelings of uncertainty. As a real estate sales representative with Chestnut Park in Guelph, one of the most important aspects of my service is to tour homes extensively with clients to access their features and benefits, and to identify areas of concern that could impact their way of life both health-wise and financially going forward during their time of ownership. Naturally, with practicing social distancing we need to find a balance of supporting ..read more

Starting on April 6th, 2020, the Government of Canada will be ushering in changes to the mortgage ‘Stress Test.’ So, what are these changes and how might they affect your home purchase this year? Ever since 2016, all insured mortgages must qualify at a minimum rate or, in other words, pass a ‘stress test’. The key difference between an insured mortgage and an uninsured mortgage is the initial amount you’re able to put down on the purchase of a home. If you find yourself able to put down more than 20% of the purchase price immediately, you can carry on without seeking mortgage insurance. If ..read more

Get to Know In Order Co. & The Team Behind It with Co-Owners Lisa Myles & Tanya Grovum Question: Can you tell us a little about In Order Co. and how you help make people’s lives a little easier? In Order Co. is a full-service professional organizing company with locations in Guelph and Kitchener, Ontario. We specialize in organizing, downsizing, and moving support. We help people who do not have the time, the know how, or the desire to organize, pack or unpack their homes themselves. Our team model allows us to expedite the process from what would often take someone several days, weeks ..read more

Number of Guelph Home Sales Increase in December, While Average Prices See Aggressive Double Digit Growth GUELPH, ON (Jan 6, 2020) ––There were 98 residential homes sold through the Multiple Listing System (MLS® System) in the City of Guelph in December 2019, an increase of 15.3 per cent compared to December 2018 – An impressive percentage increase in and of itself. “Overall, it was an accelerated December for number of home sales in December particularly for single-family detached units.” says Adam Stewart, a Sales Representative with Chestnut Park West in Guelph.  Total residential sale ..read more

GUELPH REAL ESTATE MARKET SEE STEADY INCREASES AGAIN IN NOVEMBER 2019 GUELPH, ON (December 8, 2019) –– 166 residential properties sold through the Multiple Listing System (MLS® System) in the City of Guelph in November, an increase of 6.4 per cent compared to the same month last year.   Home sales in November included 92 single-family detached (up 13.6 per cent), and 33 condominium apartments (up 50 per cent). Sales also included 36 townhouses (down 16.3 per cent) and 5 semi-detached homes (down 50 per cent).   The average sale price of all residential properties sold in November in ..read more