Fall/Winter 2010 Woodstock Condo Report

After a tough year for Condominium sales in 2009, the prospects for selling a condominium in the Woodstock market are definitely improving, as signs of stability are returning to the broader economy.  A return to moderate confidence in the market has fueled a rebound in the Condo market throughout 2010.  Compared to only 60 condominium units sold (4 new) in the entirety of 2009, the market has shot back with a 21% rebound this year, with Year to Date sales of Condominium units in Woodstock totaling 73 (and we sit at November 30th).  5 of these reported sales were of new condominiums.

We have also seen some new and exciting condominium developments in Woodstock, including Woodstock's first "Stacked Townhouse" Condominium Complex in the South end of Woodstock.  With prices starting at $169,900 with a garage, this style of affordable luxury is certain to catch on.  They are a commuters dream, just seconds from Highway 401.

In the northeast end, The Builders Group is listing Residential attached condominiums, in 2 storey non-traditional style.  For the budget minded, these units start at $219,900.

In the Alder Grange subdivision, on the north end of Woodstock, sales continue of new Ranch-style attached condominiums, with either single or double garages, in 2 - 3 bedroom configurations, while across Highway 59, you have additional choices available, with Bungalows and Loft style Condominiums.

Employment prospects in Woodstock and Area remain promising, with CAMI on 6 day rotations indefinitely.  This plant is expected to churn out 250,000 vehicles in 2010, a record for this facility.

Toyota has been and continues to produce the RAV4 in its Woodstock facility, and many Woodstonians make the 25 minute drive up the 401 daily to produce Corolla's in the Cambridge facility.  The Woodstock factory employs roughly 2000 people and produces 150,000 RAV4's annually.

If you're making the commute from Cambridge or London into Woodstock, may I suggest looking at some affordable Condominium options?  With Condos ranging from $65,000 up to $300+, we certainly have something that suits your budget, and needs.

I'd be happy to help.

For more information on Condominiums in Woodstock, head on over to Your Condo World website, or email me and we can chat!










Ben Sage, Sales Representative. http://www.bensage.com http://www.oxfordcountyhomes.ca Re/Max a-b Realty Ltd., Brokerage. 519-536-7535. 521 Dundas St., Woodstock, ON

First Time Home Buyers - What a GREAT time to buy!!

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Introduce you to a mortgage specialist. A friendly person, who will meet you in your home on your own terms to discuss your plans, and get a pre-approval.

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Recommending professional tradespeople to perform any services that you might require. As a real estate agent, a homeowner, and an investment property owner, I meet and use lots of Home inspectors, mortgage specialists, insurance agents, movers, cleaning services, plumbers, electricians, property maintenance, etc.

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