Thursday, June 7, 2012

Toronto REALTORS® reported 10,850 transactions through the TorontoMLS System in May 2012 – an 11 per cent increase over the 9,766 sales in May 2011. Sales growth was strongest in the ‘905’ regions surrounding the City of Toronto.
Sales growth in the ‘905’ area code was stronger than growth in the City of Toronto across all major home types. While lower average prices are certainly one factor that has contributed to this trend, recent polling also suggests that the City of Toronto’s land transfer tax has also prompted many households to look outside of the City for their ownership housing needs.
New listings were up substantially on a year-over-year basis in May – rising by more than 20 per cent to 19,177. The average price for May 2012 sales was $516,787, representing an annual increase of 6.5 per cent compared to $485,362 in May 2011. Price growth continued to be driven by the low-rise market segment.
Low interest rates and good economic conditions in Toronto seem to be fueling the housing market. I expect for the market to sustain these sales levels throughout the rest of the year as mortgage rates are predicted to stay low.
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Summary of Toronto Mls Sales and Average Prices
Sales Average price
City of Toronto (416) 4,130 $568,768
Rest of GTA (905) 6,720 $484,840
GTA 10,850 $516,787

For the full report visit:
http://www.ilisttorontohomes.com/account/78ab9f8164dfd923/pdfs/June_Market_Watch.pdf