Happy Spring... a time when we're re-energized, renewed and refreshed... and that includes my website. Take a peek at the revamped www.BE-AT-HOME.com and let me know your thoughts!

Scroll down and I've got some market predictions, bathroom upgrade ideas, and places to find the best fish & chips... as well as some exciting new property offerings!

Also below, and despite a little controversy, Hot Docs is set to return at the end of April with a full range of programming, from a film about trans-trendsetter Jackie Shane to films about world politics, and the climate.

As for the market, the unseasonably warm weather this winter led to a busier-than-usual market in March, and with signs pointing to an interest rate reduction coming this year, we anticipate the spring market will continue to be busy as more listings are hitting the market each week!

As always, I thank you for your past and future business...and any referrals of friends or family you may have are greatly appreciated!

Check out www.be-at-home.com for exciting real estate opportunities!

Brian Elder

Sales Representative,

SAGE Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage

416-483-8000

www.be-at-home.com

brian@be-at-home.com

The spring market traditionally begins after Easter, but because we’ve had the warmest winter on record since 2009, house hunting has become more appealing and with the exception of March Break, it was a busy month!

The best fish and chips in Toronto combines naughty, nice, and desperately delicious, all into one. Your GP may not approve, but when the freshest fish and time-tested batter recipes hit the fryer for precisely the right amount of time, beautiful things happen. Golden-hued, crackly, light and satisfying, fish and chips is simplicity, refined.

Hot Docs Festival: April 25 - May 5

Hot Docs is back! Starting April 25th, North America's largest documentary film festival will showcase outstanding documentaries from Canada and around the world. Luther, Red Fever, Born Hungry and Flying Hands are just a few of the titles getting advance buzz.

A bathroom can start to feel cluttered, stagnant and uninspiring pretty quickly, especially if you haven't yet renovated it into your dream bathroom idea. And it's not always possible to splurge on a bathroom facelift, so turning to clever methods to make it feel brand new while costing nothing is essential.

Welcome to Celebrity Place!

103 - 77 Maitland Place: $739,900

Stylishly renovated, 2 bedroom, 2 baths, "Garbo Suite" (851 Sq Ft as per builder plan) with an open concept modern kitchen, updated baths and an entertainer's dream living space with wood floors & walk-out to a massive private garden terrace. The private second bedroom is perfect for couples that desire a "work from home" alternative or those that wish to cost-share. Steps to all the city has to offer. Transit, shopping, Loblaws, Farm Boy, Metro, Yonge & Bloor, Varsity theatres, parks, great restaurants... who could ask for more!

Merchandise Building Lofts

706 - 155 Dalhousie Street: $569,000

Rare, west-facing Merchandise Building, one bedroom loft with stellar city views. An expansive sun-soaked suite with a raised private bedroom (with a ton of storage underneath) featuring massive concrete pillars, soaring ceilings and impressive barn doors. Don't miss the amazing amenities which include, 24-hr concierge, a 5-star gym and an entertainer's dream roof top terrace with BBQ's, party room, kitchen, indoor pool and dog-run.

For Lease: Renovated Radio City Condo

2309 - 281 Mutual Street: $2,800/month

Fully renovated "Right to the studs", modern, one bedroom (approx 600sf) with locker and expansive sun soaked east lake views, oversized balcony, high-end, crisp white kitchen with a ton of storage. Ready for end of May occupancy. Don't miss the 5-star facilities including stunning party room, lounge, billiards, fitness centre, 24-hr security, guest parking and guest suites.

For Lease: Distillery District

1909 - 33 Mill Street: $2,650/month

Pure Spirit Condos! If you're looking for a stunning urban city view, this is it! Well laid out one bedroom plus den suite with parking and locker and an awesome urban view. It's gorgeous! In the heart of historical Distillery District, steps to St. Lawrence Market, theatre, restos, park, transit, the lake and beach, shopping and lcbo on Queens Quay or the market. You can't ask for more!

Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 6,560 sales through TRREB’s MLS® System in March 2024 – down by 4.5 per cent compared to March 2023. New listings were up by 15 per cent over the same period.