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I have sold a property at 580 Main Street in Wolfville

I have sold a property at 580 Main Street in Wolfville on Apr 8, 2024. See details here

Welcome to 580 Main Street, a true reflection of a bygone era in the heart of Wolfville. This stunning home exudes the timeless charm and craftsmanship. The original character has been preserved while adding modern updates, including mostly new windows (2017), new doors (2017), renovated kitchen (2019), renovated baths (2023), new heating and air conditioning throughout and a Generac generator. The kitchen has been expanded and tastefully reinvented, featuring all new cabinetry, spacious center island, new pantry, and high-end appliances including double ovens, a 36" 5-burner propane cooktop, and a 36” refrigerator. The adjacent butler’s pantry remains untouched as it segways into the elegant dining room with original trim and paneling, gorgeous built-in cabinetry, and painted wall art dating back nearly a century. A delightful sunroom, teeming in natural light provides the perfect spot for relaxation with a cup of tea and a good book. A main floor powder room has been added, and the mud room redesigned to provide that little extra convenience. The second-floor, principal bedroom is transformed into a serene retreat thanks to a newly renovated ensuite, with custom-tiled shower, air tub with Chroma therapy, and plenty of gorgeous natural light. A spacious third-floor loft and adjacent, renovated 3-piece bath provide a wonderful private space, ideal as a guest retreat or home office. This residence provides easy walking access to various amenities in Wolfville. The town offers a vibrant boutique lifestyle with diverse cuisine, fitness facility, parks, theaters, art gallery, walking trials, grocery store, farmers markets, many gift and clothing shops The esteemed Acadia University contributes to the town's welcoming culture and close-knit community.

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Modest interest rate cuts expected to spur activity next year, leading to a rise in property prices

National aggregate home price forecast to increase 5.5% year over year in Q4 of 2024

Following several years of unprecedented ups and downs, Canada’s housing market could return to more normal levels of activity and price trends next year. The Bank of Canada is expected to lower its overnight lending rate in the second half of 2024, which will lead to increased demand from sidelined buyers as they adjust to today’s lending realities. New household formation and newcomers to Canada will put additional upward pressure on prices. 

“Looking ahead, we see 2024 as an important tipping point for the national economy as most Canadians acknowledge that the ultra-low interest rate era is dead and gone,” said Phil Soper, President and CEO, Royal LePage. “We believe that the ‘great adjustment’ to tolerable, mid-single-digit borrowing costs will have a firm grip on our collective consciousness after only modest rate cuts by the Bank of Canada.”  

According to the Royal LePage 2024 Market Survey Forecast, the aggregate1 price of a home in Canada is set to increase 5.5% year over year to $843,684 in the fourth quarter of 2024, with the median price of a single-family detached property and condominium projected to increase 6.0% and 5.0% to $879,164 and $616,140, respectively.2 

Royal LePage’s forecast is based on the prediction that the Bank of Canada has concluded its interest rate hike campaign and that the key lending rate will hold steady at five percent through the first half of 2024. The central bank is expected to start making modest cuts in late summer or fall of next year. Meanwhile, several major financial institutions have already begun offering discounts on fixed-rate mortgages.

“Canada’s real estate market has been on a roller coaster ride for the last four years. A global pandemic briefly brought market activity to a grinding halt in early 2020, followed by a rapid, widespread spike in demand and price appreciation as Canadians sought safety and greater living space in their homes among a world of uncertainty. By the spring of 2022, home prices had reached unprecedented highs, but when interest rates started rising quickly and steeply to combat inflation, the extended market correction began,” said Soper. “Markets take time to adjust. We see a move toward typical home sale transaction levels in 2024, and as the year progresses, appreciating house prices.”

Nationally, home prices are forecast to see modest quarterly gains in the first two quarters of 2024, with more considerable increases expected in the second half of the year, following the anticipated start of interest rate cuts by the Bank of Canada. 

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New property listed in Kings County, Annapolis Valley

I have listed a new property at 580 Main Street in Wolfville. See details here

Welcome to 580 Main Street, a true reflection of a bygone era in the heart of Wolfville. This stunning home exudes the timeless charm and craftsmanship. The original character has been preserved while adding modern updates, including mostly new windows (2017), new doors (2017), renovated kitchen (2019), renovated baths (2023), new heating and air conditioning throughout and a Generac generator. The kitchen has been expanded and tastefully reinvented, featuring all new cabinetry, spacious center island, new pantry, and high-end appliances including double ovens, a 36" 5-burner propane cooktop, and a 36” refrigerator. The adjacent butler’s pantry remains untouched as it segways into the elegant dining room with original trim and paneling, gorgeous built-in cabinetry, and painted wall art dating back nearly a century. A delightful sunroom, teeming in natural light provides the perfect spot for relaxation with a cup of tea and a good book. A main floor powder room has been added, and the mud room redesigned to provide that little extra convenience. The second-floor, principal bedroom is transformed into a serene retreat thanks to a newly renovated ensuite, with custom-tiled shower, air tub with Chroma therapy, and plenty of gorgeous natural light. A spacious third-floor loft and adjacent, renovated 3-piece bath provide a wonderful private space, ideal as a guest retreat or home office. This residence provides easy walking access to various amenities in Wolfville. The town offers a vibrant boutique lifestyle with diverse cuisine, fitness facility, parks, theaters, art gallery, walking trials, grocery store, farmers markets, many gift and clothing shops The esteemed Acadia University contributes to the town's welcoming culture and close-knit community.

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Open House. Open House on Friday, September 1, 2023 12:00PM - 2:00PM

Please visit our Open House at 580 Main Street in Wolfville. See details here

Open House on Friday, September 1, 2023 12:00PM - 2:00PM

Welcome to 580 Main Street, a true reflection of a bygone era in the heart of Wolfville. This stunning home exudes the timeless charm and craftsmanship we have come to expect in such a grand-century home. The original character has been preserved while adding modern updates, including mostly new windows (2017), new doors (2017), renovated kitchen (2019), renovated baths (2022), and air conditioning throughout. The dining room will transport you to this home's past, boasting original trim and paneling, gorgeous built-in cabinetry, and painted wall art dating back nearly a century. A delightful sunroom bathed in natural light provides the perfect spot for relaxation with a cup of tea and a good book. The kitchen, and adjacent butler's pantry, have been tastefully renovated, featuring a spacious center island and high-end appliances, including double ovens, a 36" 5-burner propane cooktop, and a 36” refrigerator – all included. A new powder room has been carefully tucked away, and an original mud room provides that little extra convenience. The second-floor, principal bedroom is transformed into a serene retreat thanks to a newly renovated ensuite, with custom-tiled shower, air tub with Chroma therapy, and plenty of gorgeous natural light. The second floor offers plenty of additional space, with two more generously-sized bedrooms, a spacious walk-in closet, a custom media room, and a beautiful 3-piece bath. A spacious third-floor loft and adjacent, renovated 3-piece bath provide a wonderful private space, ideal as a guest retreat or home office. Conveniently located, this residence provides easy walking access to various amenities in Wolfville. The town offers a vibrant lifestyle, enriched by its boutique shops, diverse cuisine, fitness facilities, parks, theaters, art galleries, and nature trails.

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New property listed in Kings County, Annapolis Valley

I have listed a new property at 580 Main Street in Wolfville. See details here

Welcome to 580 Main Street, a true reflection of a bygone era in the heart of Wolfville. This stunning home exudes the timeless charm and craftsmanship we have come to expect in such a grand-century home. The original character has been preserved while adding modern updates, including mostly new windows (2017), new doors (2017), renovated kitchen (2019), renovated baths (2022), and air conditioning throughout. The dining room will transport you to this home's past, boasting original trim and paneling, gorgeous built-in cabinetry, and painted wall art dating back nearly a century. A delightful sunroom bathed in natural light provides the perfect spot for relaxation with a cup of tea and a good book. The kitchen, and adjacent butler's pantry, have been tastefully renovated, featuring a spacious center island and high-end appliances, including double ovens, a 36" 5-burner propane cooktop, and a 36” refrigerator – all included. A new powder room has been carefully tucked away, and an original mud room provides that little extra convenience. The second-floor, principal bedroom is transformed into a serene retreat thanks to a newly renovated ensuite, with custom-tiled shower, air tub with Chroma therapy, and plenty of gorgeous natural light. The second floor offers plenty of additional space, with two more generously-sized bedrooms, a spacious walk-in closet, a custom media room, and a beautiful 3-piece bath. A spacious third-floor loft and adjacent, renovated 3-piece bath provide a wonderful private space, ideal as a guest retreat or home office. Conveniently located, this residence provides easy walking access to various amenities in Wolfville. The town offers a vibrant lifestyle, enriched by its boutique shops, diverse cuisine, fitness facilities, parks, theaters, art galleries, and nature trails.

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I have sold a property at 580 Main Street in Wolfville

I have sold a property at 580 Main Street in Wolfville on Apr 8, 2024. See details here

Welcome to 580 Main Street, a true reflection of a bygone era in the heart of Wolfville. This stunning home exudes the timeless charm and craftsmanship. The original character has been preserved while adding modern updates, including mostly new windows (2017), new doors (2017), renovated kitchen (2019), renovated baths (2023), new heating and air conditioning throughout and a Generac generator. The kitchen has been expanded and tastefully reinvented, featuring all new cabinetry, spacious center island, new pantry, and high-end appliances including double ovens, a 36" 5-burner propane cooktop, and a 36” refrigerator. The adjacent butler’s pantry remains untouched as it segways into the elegant dining room with original trim and paneling, gorgeous built-in cabinetry, and painted wall art dating back nearly a century. A delightful sunroom, teeming in natural light provides the perfect spot for relaxation with a cup of tea and a good book. A main floor powder room has been added, and the mud room redesigned to provide that little extra convenience. The second-floor, principal bedroom is transformed into a serene retreat thanks to a newly renovated ensuite, with custom-tiled shower, air tub with Chroma therapy, and plenty of gorgeous natural light. A spacious third-floor loft and adjacent, renovated 3-piece bath provide a wonderful private space, ideal as a guest retreat or home office. This residence provides easy walking access to various amenities in Wolfville. The town offers a vibrant boutique lifestyle with diverse cuisine, fitness facility, parks, theaters, art gallery, walking trials, grocery store, farmers markets, many gift and clothing shops The esteemed Acadia University contributes to the town's welcoming culture and close-knit community.

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Modest interest rate cuts expected to spur activity next year, leading to a rise in property prices

National aggregate home price forecast to increase 5.5% year over year in Q4 of 2024

Following several years of unprecedented ups and downs, Canada’s housing market could return to more normal levels of activity and price trends next year. The Bank of Canada is expected to lower its overnight lending rate in the second half of 2024, which will lead to increased demand from sidelined buyers as they adjust to today’s lending realities. New household formation and newcomers to Canada will put additional upward pressure on prices. 

“Looking ahead, we see 2024 as an important tipping point for the national economy as most Canadians acknowledge that the ultra-low interest rate era is dead and gone,” said Phil Soper, President and CEO, Royal LePage. “We believe that the ‘great adjustment’ to tolerable, mid-single-digit borrowing costs will have a firm grip on our collective consciousness after only modest rate cuts by the Bank of Canada.”  

According to the Royal LePage 2024 Market Survey Forecast, the aggregate1 price of a home in Canada is set to increase 5.5% year over year to $843,684 in the fourth quarter of 2024, with the median price of a single-family detached property and condominium projected to increase 6.0% and 5.0% to $879,164 and $616,140, respectively.2 

Royal LePage’s forecast is based on the prediction that the Bank of Canada has concluded its interest rate hike campaign and that the key lending rate will hold steady at five percent through the first half of 2024. The central bank is expected to start making modest cuts in late summer or fall of next year. Meanwhile, several major financial institutions have already begun offering discounts on fixed-rate mortgages.

“Canada’s real estate market has been on a roller coaster ride for the last four years. A global pandemic briefly brought market activity to a grinding halt in early 2020, followed by a rapid, widespread spike in demand and price appreciation as Canadians sought safety and greater living space in their homes among a world of uncertainty. By the spring of 2022, home prices had reached unprecedented highs, but when interest rates started rising quickly and steeply to combat inflation, the extended market correction began,” said Soper. “Markets take time to adjust. We see a move toward typical home sale transaction levels in 2024, and as the year progresses, appreciating house prices.”

Nationally, home prices are forecast to see modest quarterly gains in the first two quarters of 2024, with more considerable increases expected in the second half of the year, following the anticipated start of interest rate cuts by the Bank of Canada. 

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New property listed in Kings County, Annapolis Valley

I have listed a new property at 580 Main Street in Wolfville. See details here

Welcome to 580 Main Street, a true reflection of a bygone era in the heart of Wolfville. This stunning home exudes the timeless charm and craftsmanship. The original character has been preserved while adding modern updates, including mostly new windows (2017), new doors (2017), renovated kitchen (2019), renovated baths (2023), new heating and air conditioning throughout and a Generac generator. The kitchen has been expanded and tastefully reinvented, featuring all new cabinetry, spacious center island, new pantry, and high-end appliances including double ovens, a 36" 5-burner propane cooktop, and a 36” refrigerator. The adjacent butler’s pantry remains untouched as it segways into the elegant dining room with original trim and paneling, gorgeous built-in cabinetry, and painted wall art dating back nearly a century. A delightful sunroom, teeming in natural light provides the perfect spot for relaxation with a cup of tea and a good book. A main floor powder room has been added, and the mud room redesigned to provide that little extra convenience. The second-floor, principal bedroom is transformed into a serene retreat thanks to a newly renovated ensuite, with custom-tiled shower, air tub with Chroma therapy, and plenty of gorgeous natural light. A spacious third-floor loft and adjacent, renovated 3-piece bath provide a wonderful private space, ideal as a guest retreat or home office. This residence provides easy walking access to various amenities in Wolfville. The town offers a vibrant boutique lifestyle with diverse cuisine, fitness facility, parks, theaters, art gallery, walking trials, grocery store, farmers markets, many gift and clothing shops The esteemed Acadia University contributes to the town's welcoming culture and close-knit community.

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Open House. Open House on Friday, September 1, 2023 12:00PM - 2:00PM

Please visit our Open House at 580 Main Street in Wolfville. See details here

Open House on Friday, September 1, 2023 12:00PM - 2:00PM

Welcome to 580 Main Street, a true reflection of a bygone era in the heart of Wolfville. This stunning home exudes the timeless charm and craftsmanship we have come to expect in such a grand-century home. The original character has been preserved while adding modern updates, including mostly new windows (2017), new doors (2017), renovated kitchen (2019), renovated baths (2022), and air conditioning throughout. The dining room will transport you to this home's past, boasting original trim and paneling, gorgeous built-in cabinetry, and painted wall art dating back nearly a century. A delightful sunroom bathed in natural light provides the perfect spot for relaxation with a cup of tea and a good book. The kitchen, and adjacent butler's pantry, have been tastefully renovated, featuring a spacious center island and high-end appliances, including double ovens, a 36" 5-burner propane cooktop, and a 36” refrigerator – all included. A new powder room has been carefully tucked away, and an original mud room provides that little extra convenience. The second-floor, principal bedroom is transformed into a serene retreat thanks to a newly renovated ensuite, with custom-tiled shower, air tub with Chroma therapy, and plenty of gorgeous natural light. The second floor offers plenty of additional space, with two more generously-sized bedrooms, a spacious walk-in closet, a custom media room, and a beautiful 3-piece bath. A spacious third-floor loft and adjacent, renovated 3-piece bath provide a wonderful private space, ideal as a guest retreat or home office. Conveniently located, this residence provides easy walking access to various amenities in Wolfville. The town offers a vibrant lifestyle, enriched by its boutique shops, diverse cuisine, fitness facilities, parks, theaters, art galleries, and nature trails.

Read

New property listed in Kings County, Annapolis Valley

I have listed a new property at 580 Main Street in Wolfville. See details here

Welcome to 580 Main Street, a true reflection of a bygone era in the heart of Wolfville. This stunning home exudes the timeless charm and craftsmanship we have come to expect in such a grand-century home. The original character has been preserved while adding modern updates, including mostly new windows (2017), new doors (2017), renovated kitchen (2019), renovated baths (2022), and air conditioning throughout. The dining room will transport you to this home's past, boasting original trim and paneling, gorgeous built-in cabinetry, and painted wall art dating back nearly a century. A delightful sunroom bathed in natural light provides the perfect spot for relaxation with a cup of tea and a good book. The kitchen, and adjacent butler's pantry, have been tastefully renovated, featuring a spacious center island and high-end appliances, including double ovens, a 36" 5-burner propane cooktop, and a 36” refrigerator – all included. A new powder room has been carefully tucked away, and an original mud room provides that little extra convenience. The second-floor, principal bedroom is transformed into a serene retreat thanks to a newly renovated ensuite, with custom-tiled shower, air tub with Chroma therapy, and plenty of gorgeous natural light. The second floor offers plenty of additional space, with two more generously-sized bedrooms, a spacious walk-in closet, a custom media room, and a beautiful 3-piece bath. A spacious third-floor loft and adjacent, renovated 3-piece bath provide a wonderful private space, ideal as a guest retreat or home office. Conveniently located, this residence provides easy walking access to various amenities in Wolfville. The town offers a vibrant lifestyle, enriched by its boutique shops, diverse cuisine, fitness facilities, parks, theaters, art galleries, and nature trails.

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