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Home prices in Toronto and Vancouver are on pace to increase nearly 10 per cent in 2015 while Calgary’s are falling less than expected, meaning the nationwide average price should grow 6.1 per cent this year, according to a new forecast from Royal LePage.

The Royal LePage House Price Survey and Market Survey Forecast analyzed sales in 90 markets during the second quarter of this year and found that prices increased year-over-year by 7.5 per cent to $438,938 for a detached bungalow, 6.8 per cent to $471,002 for a standard two-storey house and 3.9 per cent to $268,583 for a standard condominium.

Royal LePage president Phil Soper said the second-quarter averages were heavily influenced by Toronto and Vancouver, which have “prosperous labour markets driving demand for housing that is in limited supply.”…………

http://www.ctvnews.ca/business/average-price-of-home-to-increase-6-1-per-cent-this-year-royal-lepage-1.2467834

Josh Dehaas, CTVNews.ca
Published Tuesday, July 14, 2015 6:05AM EDT
Last Updated Tuesday, July 14, 2015 11:29AM EDT              

Be sure to see this well-kept and lovingly-maintained 2 bedroom plus /2 full bathroom home, nestled in a quiet country setting surrounded by tall trees and fresh air. This stylish bungalow is sure to please! A ceramic tiled foyer with wide hallway welcomes you and leads to an expansive open plan featuring a large Living Room w/HW floor, and the warm Maple Kitchen (extended in 1994/building permit in place) hosting a functional island, backsplash, lots of cupboard space, and a plant window. Bathe in the natural light which tons of windows bring into the house. Off the living room, sliding glass doors lead to a long west-facing covered deck overlooking the forest and another patio door leads to a large open deck on north side. Sit on the decks and enjoy tranquil forest views in a private and sunny space with nothing but the sound of the birds singing and the wind in the trees.  On the opposite side of the kitchen/living room is the private, spacious Master bdrm, office (can be a 2^nd bdrm on main level), and 4 piece bathroom. A beautiful staircase leads to a lower level highlighted with an elegant rec room with pot lights, a sink, a tastefully-finished 3 piece bath, great-sized bdrm, and laundry/mechanical room. It has access to a large deck and covered concrete patio space. Second level could be suitable for an in-law suite. Seasonal creek runs through this 10 gently-sloping acre property. 30 minute to Sun Peaks for year round activities, 15-30 minute to lakes.  Less than an hour to Kamloops. Among the extras, you’ll find certified Power Smart Home 1996, all upgraded windows, canvas covered carport , log barn & workshop, attached garden shed. 600 Gallon concrete septic tank. Satelite TV and Internet available (currently Bell and Xplornet ). Electric baseboard heating (electric bill-$190/mo). All measurements are approximate and to be verified by Buyer.

3 bedrooms up and two bedrooms down (self-contained inlaw suite) / two 4pc full bath Valleyview home with fully-fenced good sized flat yard. Separate entrance and separate laundry. Recent upgrades include newly-finished basement and new laminate floor (living room/hallway/stairs-upstairs). Upper level features a cheery bright living room with a big window that brings lots of natural light. Kitchen has a great eating area and space for cupboards. Off the master bdrm, a sliding door leads to a spacious deck. Lower level features brand new bathroom, spacious laundry area, kitchen with eating area, and two good-sized bedrooms. Detached workshop. Ample parking. 24 hr notice is required re. upstairs tenants (on a month-to-month lease) please. The location is unbeatable; all amenities (schools/shopping) are close by. All measurements are approximate and to be verified by buyer.

Perfect 3 bedroom/2bathoom cheery bright bungalow home for downsizers . Open design living areas. Lots of natural light throughout. Kitchen with bay window & SS appliances. Off dining area, patio doors to deck with freshly painted railing and view over flat back yard. Huge master bdrm. Daylight walkout basement , fully finished with bright rec room with gas fireplace, large 2 bedrooms and 3 piece bath . Fenced private backyard. Bareland strata fee $ 110/month for roads, water, sewer and garbage.  Numerous upgrades include brand new roof(30 year warranty), new hotwater tank, new carpet in living room/dining room, new countertop & sink in main bath, & new paint (in upper floor except for  bdrm/bath). Heat pump.  Great location close to TRU, shopping and bus route. All measurements are approximate and to be verified by buyer. This house won’t stay long. Book  a viewing today!

3 bedroom and 3 bathroom 23 year old cathedral home with tons of privacy. Open floor plan with sunken living room and dining room. Sundeck off dining room with beautiful view of western valley. Bright oak kitchen with eating nook and access to very private backyard. 3 large bedrms with a 4 piece ensuite off the master bedroom and another 4 piece main bath on upper level. Partly finished basement has a newly finished office (can be 4^th bedroom) and full bathroom. 2012 roof with insulation added into the attic. Furnace/heat pump (5 yrs). Underground sprinklers. Central Vac. Easy showing. Quick possession possible. All  measurements are approximate and to be verified by buyer.

It’s not just a home, it’s a lifestyle! It’s the special attention to detail that really sets this charming, prestigious craftsman style 3 bedroom/3bathroom downtown bungalow apart from the rest. Nothing says “welcome home”quite like the fabulous curb appeal offered here. This exquisite heritage beauty of a classic home has fabulous street appeal with a cozy, welcoming porch. Interior restoration to this home includes boxed beams, wide baseboards & original fir flooring. Many functional upgrades to the electrical system, plumbing, Underground sprinklers, Central A/C & Central Vacuum to name a few. Tons of recent upgrades include 2 car garage ($60k) with HW heated cement floor/ 9ft ceilings/custom made doors, heritage color painting (walls, ceiling, trim & all doors/windows) throughout, added fur crown molding to match great room, tastefully-upgraded 3 bathrooms, newly-added laundry with quartz counters with under mount stainless sink, and new electric wall plugs and upgraded lighting fixtures. Kitchen highlights custom cabinets with granite counters/marble backsplash/Italian porcelain farm sink/high-end appliances including Jennair gas range. Cute office with two big windows & pantry cabinets to match kitchen. Off the kitchen, large deck with timbered gazebo provides a stylish shelter for outdoor dining and relaxing. The deck upgraded with hot tar double-rolled roofing, removable cedar deck, and privacy walls/natural gas BBQ hookup. Relax in beautifully-landscaped private backyard with custom cedar fence & gate, metal driveway gates, & garden/flower beds. Security system w/ upgraded fire alarm. You’ll find the meticulously-done quality finishing throughout. Rarely will you see a home of such style and character come on the market. Custom made Kitchen Island is negotiable. Highly desirable location walkable to everything that Kamloops downtown has to offer. All measurements are approximate and to be verified by Buyer.

UPGRADES LISTS

KITCHEN: Custom cabinets/Under counter and above cabinet lighting/Granite counters/Italian porcelain farm sink/Glass door handles/High end appliances including commercial gas range/Paint – walls, ceiling, trim, wainscoting and windows&door/Added wainscoting , plate rail and widow molding/Added fur crown molding to match great room/New lights/New period detail sink faucet

OFFICE/PANTRY: Cement underpinning in garage/new roof – trusses, plywood decking and roofing/Flooring/Pantry cabinets to match kitchen

MAIN BATH: Marble tile tub surround and matching solid marble shelf/Period detail faucet and shower bar/Paint – walls, ceiling, trim and door/New custom doors on storage closet and trim

LAUNDRY: New custom doors on storage closet and trim/New cabinets/New washer/dryer/Quartz counters with under mount stainless sink with faucet with soup dispenser/Painted t&g pine ceiling/New drywall/Paint – walls, ceiling, trim and all doors&windows/Exterior wall insulation

BACK DECK: Hot tar double rolled roofing with lifetime warrantee/Removable cedar decking/Floor drain/Natural gas hook-up and barbeque/Privacy screen and two privacy walls to match the cedar shake siding/Outside plug/Stained&painted entire deck & rails

2 CAR GARAGE: Complete new build from ground up attached to existing home with basement walkout/Hot water heated cement floor/Fully insulated/2 – 8ft period detail custom garage doors with openers and exterior keypad entry/Hot and cold water/9 ft ceilings/Drywall with t&g pine walls/Storage room/Custom fir railing and stairs

LANDSCAPE: Custom cedar fence and gate by Valley View Industries Ltd./Metal driveway gates/Gravel driveway with brick surround/Pathways/Garden and flower beds/Hedging/Lawns/Underground sprinkler system