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London Ontario Real Estate Insights

Neighbourhood guides, mortgage education, and real estate insight covering every corner of London, Ontario, from a Real Estate Broker who works this market every day.

Looking north over Hyde Park in London, Ontario: a leafy neighbourhood between two main roads, with a sports field in the corner
Neighbourhood Guides 6 min read

October 29, 2026

Living in Hyde Park, London, Ontario: A Homebuyer's Guide

Hyde Park is a newer northwest London neighbourhood with an old village at its heart and one of the city's busiest shopping areas. Here is what the homes are like, what they cost, what's being built, and who it suits.

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A mid-rise condo building in Sunningdale, London, Ontario, photographed by drone when Justin listed a unit there
Buyer Guides 7 min read

October 8, 2026

Buying a Condo in London, Ontario: What Rising Condo Fees Mean in 2026

Apartment-style condo prices in London fell 12% in 2026 while monthly fees kept rising. Here is what that means for buyers, how fees change what you can afford, and how to check a building before you buy.

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London City Hall on Dufferin Avenue in downtown London, Ontario, with flags at the entrance
City Guides 5 min read

October 8, 2026

London, Ontario Election Results 2026: Josh Morgan Re-elected and Every Ward Winner

Josh Morgan was re-elected mayor of London, Ontario on October 26, 2026 with 45.4% of the vote. Here are the unofficial results for mayor and all 14 wards, plus turnout.

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Aerial view of downtown London, Ontario's towers and a stone church, a short walk west of Old East Village
Neighbourhood Guides 8 min read

October 8, 2026

Living in Old East Village, London, Ontario: A Homebuyer's Guide

Old East Village is one of the few places in London where a detached home still sells for around $400,000. Here is what the homes are like, what they cost, what heritage rules mean for owners, and who the neighbourhood suits.

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Looking north over Hyde Park in London, Ontario: a leafy neighbourhood between two main roads, with a sports field in the corner
Neighbourhood Guides 9 min read

August 11, 2026

Every London Ontario Neighbourhood, Explained: The Complete Guide

London, Ontario has around 40 distinct neighbourhoods and nearby towns outside the west end. Here is what each one is, in plain English, with a link to the full guide for each.

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The Thames River in spring flood near Southcrest in London, Ontario, with a road bridge and bare trees along the banks
Buyer Guides 5 min read

August 11, 2026

Buying Industrial or Agricultural Land Near Highway 401 in London, Ontario

Not every London Ontario real estate question is about a house. Here is a plain look at the farm and industrial corridor along Highway 401, and what matters before you buy there.

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Looking straight down on a cul-de-sac of homes in Highland, London, Ontario, with fall colour in the yards
Mortgage & Rates 6 min read

August 11, 2026

How the Mortgage Stress Test Works in Canada (2026)

The stress test decides how much mortgage you qualify for, and it uses a higher rate than the one you're quoted. Here is how it works in 2026 and how to run the numbers yourself.

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The Forks of the Thames in downtown London, Ontario, with road bridges, park paths and a ballpark beside the river
City Guides 8 min read

August 11, 2026

Moving to London, Ontario: The Complete Guide (2026)

London, Ontario was the fastest-growing city in the province between 2016 and 2021. Here is what's true about the climate, the economy and settling in, sourced from the 2021 census and official data.

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Local Guides 6 min read

August 11, 2026

The Best Golf Courses in London, Ontario

From a 1934 Stanley Thompson design to a links-style course built in 2007, here are London, Ontario's best-known golf courses, with the history of each and the kind of golfer it suits.

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Black and white aerial view of downtown London, Ontario at night, looking up a lit main road between the towers
Local Guides 5 min read

August 11, 2026

The Old East Village Dumpling Trail: A Local's Guide

Eight cultures' takes on the dumpling, all within walking distance in Old East Village. Here is every stop on London's Dumpling Trail and what to order at each.

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The back of a semi-detached home, with a patio, deck and green lawn
Buyer Guides 6 min read

August 11, 2026

What Is a Buyer Representation Agreement in Ontario? (And Why You Have to Sign One)

Since December 2023, Ontario law requires a signed agreement before a REALTOR® can show you homes or write an offer. Here is what it is, what it must include, and what to check before you sign.

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Aerial view of a red-brick church in downtown London, Ontario, with its grounds in black and white
Buyer Guides 5 min read

August 11, 2026

FINTRAC and Real Estate: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

Your agent asking for ID, or where your down payment came from, is a federal requirement. Here is what FINTRAC requires in a real estate deal, and why.

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St. Peter's Cathedral Basilica in downtown London, Ontario, seen from directly above its green spires
Buyer Guides 6 min read

August 11, 2026

What Does a Real Estate Lawyer Do at Closing in Ontario?

You can't close on an Ontario home purchase without a lawyer. Here is what they do with your file: the title search, the money and the paperwork that transfers ownership.

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