August 2023’s Real Estate Snapshot As summer comes to an end, many are bracing for lower inventory and a more competitive market. Will Windsor and Essex County fall in line with this prediction?
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SAVOUR THE SUMMER: The Ultimate Guide to Windsor and Essex County Beaches Summer has officially arrived in Windsor and Essex County! We’re lucky to have a number of excellent beaches in the area – let's dive in and rank them.
June 2023 Real Estate Snapshot Courtesy: Royal LePage Binder Blog While on the surface some figures may seem worrisome, the real estate market in Windsor and Essex County remains strong. Let’s break it down! Sales Numbers The number of homes sold under $550,000 is almost unchanged from May, showing strong interest in lower-priced homes. The slight hike in interest rates did impact the sales of homes over $550,000, but this was expected. The sales of homes over $1M remained strong, with 32 homes sold in June! What Style of Home is Selling Best? While most styles of homes increased in average sales price, two-storey homes dropped by $100,000 in June. In comparison, one-and-a-half-storey homes’ average price only dropped minimally. This is a great metric considering a sale or purchase; for example, this market would be a great opportunity to buy a two-storey home, but not necessarily to sell one. How Long Will My Home Be on the Market? As real estate agents always say, there is no guarantee and there are many factors…
Exploring Essex County’s Early History - From Paleo - Americans to Ribbon Farms Windsor and Essex County has a longer history than you may think – Southwestern Ontario has been inhabited since at least 10,000 BCE.
A Winery Older than Canada – Vin Villa and Other Must-See Heritage Sites Courtesy: Royal LePage Binder Blog Windsor Essex has incredible historic sites tucked away across the county. Our area has played a significant historical role, from pivotal battles in the War of 1812 to the arguably equally important establishment of Canada’s first commercial winery. Our history is more exciting than you may think, and these three landmarks are still standing to tell the story. Vin Villa Winery – Pelee Island A day trip to Pelee Island isn’t complete without a stop at Vin Villa – a winery older than Canada itself. Though it may be in ruins now, this site was once home to Canada’s first commercial winery. Vin Villa was founded in 1866 by the British and is over 150 years old. Vin Villa’s grounds, ruins and beautiful cellars are currently used as a wedding and event venue, and also hosts tours. Do yourself a favour and book a wine tasting in Canada’s oldest wine cellar next time you’re on the island! Fort Malden - Amherstburg Fort Malden was built in 1795…
