Driving a hard bargain

Builders offering vehicle credit incentive on Niverville bungalow

It's something new-home buyers have seen before -- an incentive to buy a home.That incentive might come in the form of a package of no-charge upgrades in the kitchen, a larger garage or a deluxe ensuite for the price of . . .

Posted: 2014-09-06

Bungalow offers lots of room to grow

Spacious home on large lot in Charleswood ideal for a young family

These days, homebuyers — particularly young families in the entry-level category — tend to wonder what type of home they can get for around $350, 000. A tidy bungalow at 780 Pepperloaf Cres. in Charleswood is a prime example of a . . .

Posted: 2018-11-10

Urban Oasis

Bunn's Creek-area home known as The Home With a View

Visualize this: You arrive home (just a tad frazzled), hang your coat up in an expansive foyer lined with two-tone granite flooring -- and then turn around to face the great room area. The sight that greets you is a sight . . .

Posted: 2010-03-27

Secluded gem has show-home vibe

In an ideal world, many of us would like to own a spacious home that feels like it’s off the beaten path — yet is close to everything. This Linden Ridge house checks those boxes and more, says Royce Finley of . . .

Posted: 2019-08-24

Former show home retains its grandeur

Despite being nearly two decades old, this bungalow doesn't look its age inside or out

Even if you’re only 18 years old, you’re bound to show some signs of wear and tear. The same goes for a home of the same vintage, as it seems there are always subtle yet telltale signs of aging. Ryan Davis of . . .

Posted: 2018-11-03

Top shelf design a fresh new approach

Built-in wall unit a nice alternative to tile or stone

In past columns we have featured built-in wall units with a floor-to-ceiling framework that houses a wall-mounted fireplace and flat-screen TV, fitted with a built-in shelf, sheathed in either tile or stone. For a recent client, this functional feature wall . . .

Posted: 2020-08-08

No cookie-cutter here

Distinctive design makes South Pointe show home a winner

It's a quandary prospective new homebuyers have to deal with when they're trying to determine what new home design would best fit their needs. After viewing several show homes -- often in the space of an hour or so -- that . . .

Posted: 2012-04-07

Perfect for a young family

Split-level cab-over design a winner

As popular as bungalow and two-storey designs have become over the past few years, split-level cab-over designs have become less prevalent. However, one can now be found at 107 Southview Crescent in South Pointe -- a 1, 620-sq.-ft. design conceived by . . .

Posted: 2013-04-13

Family-friendly

Bridgwater Lakes abode fit for the pocketbook, too

When young families look at a community such as Bridgwater Lakes, they decide to give it a pass. Why? Because they believe that they can't afford to buy a new home in that area. That's a misconception, said Signature Homes sales representative, . . .

Posted: 2014-01-04

Affordable and luxurious

Wellington Crescent condo has all you need for less than you'd expect

In most cases, the first thought that comes to mind when talking about condos on Wellington Crescent is how pricey units in the prestigious area can be — they typically start at $400, 000 and the prices escalate quickly from . . .

Posted: 2020-02-29