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Why are property taxes so high in Oshawa?

This article will help you understand the property tax rates in Oshawa compared to other communities in the GTA where you might consider buying a home.

It may be helpful to note that Oshawa's property tax rate is not the highest in Ontario.

How do property tax rates in Oshawa compare to other cities in the GTA?

Following is a list of GTA municipal...

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Bowmanville Development Proposal Near New GO Train Station Could Mean Big Changes

A major development project at the corner of Highway 2 and Bowmanville Avenue could make drastic changes a reality for the local community.

Bowmanville GO high rise project

Kaitlin Group Proposal Details

The proposed development by Kaitlin Group calls for nine towers as shown in the image below.

Bowmanville nine high-rise tower proposal

It includes the following details:

  • 9 high-rise towers ranging from 30 storeys to 40 storeys...

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Durham Region Real Estate Market Report May 2024

Durham Region Real Estate May 2024 Market Update

Last updated June 5, 2024, at 9:45 a.m.

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The real estate market in Durham Region has finished May 2024 with more listing inventory and strong activity from a buyer pool that has shown optimism about the economy and interest rates improving despite those rates cutting into their...

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The Hottest Neighbourhoods in Durham Region Real Estate

Last updated: May 9, 2024

If you have noticed more activity recently in the Durham Region real estate market, you aren't alone.

Prices have dropped overall about 22% from their high point across the region back in February of 2022, and competition among buyers isn't nearly as intense as it was at that time.

There has been a recent surge in buyer activity,...

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The Coldest Neighbourhoods in Durham Region Real Estate

Last updated: May 9, 2024

It’s no secret that the Durham Region real estate market has heated up lately.

If you have been trying to purchase a home here, particularly at the lower price points, chances are that you have faced multiple offer situations much more often than you would like.

There has been a recent surge in buyer activity, largely driven by...

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Durham Region Real Estate Market Report April 2024

Durham Region Real Estate April 2024 Market Update

Last updated May 3, 2024, at 10:30 a.m.

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The real estate market in Durham Region has wrapped April 2024 market with more sales volume from a buyer pool that was largely dormant in 2023. Buyers that expected lower prices were disappointed as competition on listings and selling...

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