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Find your Dream Home in Spruce Grove Alberta!

If you’ve been searching for a beautiful, family-friendly community to call home, Copperhaven in Spruce Grove has it all — modern homes, move-in ready options, and a community that truly feels connected.

Quick Possession and Pre-Sale Homes Available

Copperhaven offers a fantastic selection of quick possession and pre-sale homes designed with both comfort and functionality in mind. Whether you’re looking to move in right away or want to personalize your finishes, there’s something here for everyone.

Each home features thoughtful layouts, open-concept living spaces, and designer-inspired finishes that make everyday living easy and enjoyable.

Exclusive Incentives You’ll Love

For a limited time, Copperhaven buyers can take advantage of amazing incentives that make your new home even more move-in ready:

  • 🌿 Landscaping included with all duplex homes
  • 🏠 Select homes with appliances already installed
  • 🪟 Free window coverings included for a limited time

These added features mean less time worrying about setup and more time enjoying your brand-new home.

A Community Built for Families

Copperhaven is one of Spruce Grove’s most desirable and growing neighbourhoods — offering the perfect balance between small-town charm and modern convenience.
You’ll find everything your family needs just minutes away:

  • Walking distance to schools, parks, and green spaces
  • Easy access to walking trails and leisure centres
  • A short drive to shops, restaurants, and major highways

It’s a community where you can put down roots, build memories, and enjoy a peaceful lifestyle while still staying close to the city.

Ready to Call Copperhaven Home?

Now is the perfect time to explore what Copperhaven has to offer. With limited quick possession homes and pre-sale opportunities, these homes won’t last long — especially at these prices.

📍 Visit Copperhaven in Spruce Grove today or contact us to book your private tour.
Let’s help you find the perfect home that fits your lifestyle and budget.

🎉 You’re Invited: Copperhaven Open House Event in Spruce Grove

We’re so excited to welcome you to our Copperhaven Open House Event with Rohit Homes this Saturday, September 20, from 12–3 PM!

📍 Location: 4 Cobblestone Gate, Spruce Grove

This is the perfect opportunity to explore one of Spruce Grove’s most sought-after communities, enjoy some local hospitality, and tour a beautifully staged home that’s move-in ready.

What to Expect at the Event!

  • Free food & drinks from a local food truck
  • Giveaways including two $250 Amazon gift cards
  • Guided tours of Copperhaven’s newest homes, including a chance to see why so many families are calling this community home

Featured Home: The Willow in Copperhaven

The star of the event is the Willow model, a thoughtfully designed 1,969 sq. ft. single-family home that blends modern finishes with functional spaces.

Home Features

  • Backs onto scenic green space for privacy and views
  • 3 Bedrooms + Office | 2.5 Bathrooms – plenty of space for growing families
  • Ethereal Zen design package with stylish upgrades throughout
  • Double attached garage and oversized driveway
  • Open-concept main floor with 9’ ceilings
  • Chef’s kitchen with walk-through pantry, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances (included!)
  • Side entrance with rough-in for a legal secondary suite
  • Upper floor laundry & bonus room for added convenience
  • Primary suite retreat featuring a walk-in closet, ensuite with double sinks, standalone shower, and soaking tub
  • Deck included – perfect for summer evenings
  • Built with triple-pane windows and a high-efficiency furnace for comfort and savings

And the best part? This home is move-in ready with quick possession available.

Why Copperhaven?

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Copperhaven is a family-friendly community where convenience meets nature. With three schools within walking distance, easy access to parks and walking trails, and nearby amenities, it’s an ideal place to plant roots.

Don’t Miss Out

Whether you’re actively house-hunting or just curious about the community, we’d love to see you there. Bring a friend, enjoy the food and giveaways, and take a closer look at the lifestyle Copperhaven has to offer.

📍 4 Cobblestone Gate, Spruce Grove
🗓 Saturday, September 20 | 12–3 PM

We can’t wait to welcome you to Copperhaven!

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Exclusive Rohit Homes REALTOR® Partner!

I’m thrilled to officially announce that I’ve partnered with Rohit Homes as one of their exclusive REALTOR® partners! This exciting opportunity allows me to bring you access to some of the most thoughtfully designed, high-quality homes in Edmonton and surrounding areas—including both quick possession and pre-sale new construction options.

Whether you’re looking for your first home, a stylish upgrade, or a smart investment, Rohit Homes has something for everyone—with show-stopping features, functional layouts, and standout design.

✨ Where We’re Building:

🛠️ Choose From a Variety of Homes:
We’ve got a large selection of beautifully crafted duplexes, townhomes, and single-family homes—each built with Rohit’s signature attention to detail and design-forward features.

🎨 Designs That WOW:
Rohit Homes offers interior styles like:

From walk-through pantries to bonus rooms, side entries for suite potential, double garages, and energy-efficient features, there’s a dream home here waiting for you!

📞 Let’s Get Started
Ready to tour a showhome or learn more about the latest inventory? I’d love to help you find the perfect home that fits your lifestyle and your future.

📩 Contact me today to get started!

4 Key Mortgage Updates You Need to Know in 2025!

Key Takeaways

  • 30-Year amortizations are available for First Time Buyers and For All Buyers of New Builds!
  • High-ratio mortgage insurance limit increased to $1.5M from the previous $1M
  • Homeowners can refinance their homes when adding a secondary suite (such as basement suite, or over-garage apartment).
  • Combined, these are some of the most impactful affordability measures introduced to buyers in decades.

1. 30-Year Amortization for First-Time Buyers

First time home buyers are now eligible for 30-year amortizations!

A “first time” home buyer must meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • Someone who has never purchased a home
  • Anyone who hasn’t owned a home (including their current spouse) for the past 4 years.
  • Those recently separated from a marriage or common-law partnership.

2. 30-Year Amortizations for All Buyers of New Builds

New builds now qualify for 30-year amortizations for all buyers – no first-time buyer restriction! To be considered for a new build home, the new home must have been previously occupied for residential purposes.

Even if you’re eligible for a 30-year mortgage, it’s crucial to understand both the benefits and drawbacks of these loans.  

Pros and Cons of a 30-year Mortgage

Pros

  1. Lower monthly payments. By stretching your mortgage out an extra five years, your monthly payment will decrease. By extending the repayment period 5 more years, your mortgage balance is divided into smaller portions, making your monthly obligations more manageable.
  2. Flexibility. With reduced monthly payments, you can free up cash flow to invest in other areas, such as retirement savings, education funds, or paying down high-interest debt.
  3. Improved affordability. Lower monthly payments may enable buyers to qualify for a larger mortgage, allowing them to purchase a more expensive home or compete in hot housing markets. This flexibility can be especially beneficial for first-time homebuyers or those upgrading to a larger property.

Cons

  1. Paying more in interest. A 30-year mortgage involves more time for you to be charged interest. The interest rate you’re charged will likely be higher than for a mortgage with an amortization of 25 years or less, too.
  2. More debt for longer. Three decades is a long time to pay back a loan, especially if it takes you close to retirement. If you’re still plugging away at a 30-year mortgage when you’re 64, for example, it might mean putting less into your RRSP or TFSA than you’re comfortable with.

3. High-Ratio Mortgage Insurance Limit Increased to $1.5M

Buyers can now qualify for a mortgage with less than a 20% down payment on homes priced up to $1.5M, making it easier to access higher-priced properties. This move aims to help buyers in higher-priced markets where skyrocketing housing costs have made it nearly impossible for many to qualify for insured mortgages under the previous $1M cap.

While this is especially relevant in markets like Toronto and Vancouver, it could be an option for those who are thinking of purchasing a little higher in cities like Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert and more.

4. Secondary Suite Refinance Program

Effective January 15, 2025, Homeowners have the chance to refinance up to 90% of their property’s value (capped at $2M) to add up to four rental units – such as basement suites, in-law suites, or above garage apartments.

The borrower must meet all the following requirements:

  • Borrower must already own the home
  • The borrower or a close relative are occupying one of the current units
  • Intend to construct additional units
  • The additional unit(s) must not be used as a short-term rental.
  • 30-year amortization is allowed.

New rental suites would provide more homes for Canadians and could provide an important source of income for seniors continuing to age at home. We expect this program to be very popular as clients look to offset mortgage costs with rental income.

Closing Thoughts

As we step into 2025, these mortgage updates present exciting opportunities and considerations for buyers, homeowners, and investors alike. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, planning to build your dream home, or exploring refinancing options, staying informed is key to making the best financial decisions. If you have questions about how these changes might affect your plans, or if you’re ready to buy, sell, or invest in real estate, reach out to us today. Let’s navigate this evolving market together and make your real estate goals a reality!

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Whether you’re buying, selling, or exploring property management services, we’re here to help. At Realty Focus, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service tailored to your unique needs. Servicing Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Fort Saskatchewan and Beyond!

Stunning Family Home Windermere Edmonton

Welcome Home to 1952 Ainslie Link – A remarkable 2,502 sq ft, fully finished two-story home that combines character, style, and thoughtful upgrades.

Upon entering, you are welcomed by a spacious foyer leading to a main floor den with an elegant glass wall—ideal for an office or creative space. The attached garage opens into a mudroom with custom built-ins for all your storage needs. From there, the flow leads to a stunning kitchen, complete with an abundance of cabinets, quartz countertops, and a gas range with a hood fan. This dream kitchen overlooks the dining area and a large living room with a cozy fireplace, perfect for entertaining. Large windows throughout bring in natural light, connecting the indoors to the deck and landscaped backyard with privacy wall and composite decking.

The open tread stairs lead to the upper level, where you’ll find a bonus room, top-floor laundry with a window, and spacious bedrooms. Each bedroom includes a walk-in closet, and the bathrooms offer double sinks. The master suite is a true retreat with a walk-around wall, a luxurious ensuite featuring a tub shower and double vanity.

In the fully finished basement, there is a large family room, two additional bedrooms, a walk-through bathroom with a stand-up shower, a wet bar with a fridge, and a flexible space perfect for recreation or storage.

Features Include:

  • Central A/C
  • Wet bar
  • Deck with privacy wall
  • Plenty of storage space
  • 27’ deep garage
  • Thoughtfully designed window coverings throughout.

This home has everything a family could desire in a highly sought-after neighborhood, offering comfort, style, and an abundance of practical features for modern living. Don’t miss the chance to own this one-of-a-kind home!

Location

Living in Windermere offers a lifestyle of convenience and luxury, with easy access to a wide range of amenities, restaurants, and shopping centres. The community is home to the Currents of Windermere, a premier shopping destination that boasts popular retailers, boutiques, and services, as well as diverse dining options ranging from casual eateries to fine dining. With its close proximity to major highways like Anthony Henday Drive and Terwillegar Drive, commuting to downtown Edmonton or other parts of the city is effortless, making Windermere an ideal location for those seeking both modern urban living and easy connectivity. Whether you’re running errands, enjoying a night out, or exploring nearby parks, everything you need is just minutes away.

Edmonton Real Estate Market January 2024

Slow and Steady Numbers a Good Start for 2024

“Slow and Steady Numbers a Good Sign for 2024” – The latest headline from Edmonton Real Estate Association.

Welcome to our first real estate market update of the year for the Greater Edmonton area! As we dive into the data, it becomes clear that the market is already buzzing with activity. With a surge in sales, rising benchmark prices, and a low inventory level, homeowners and prospective buyers are in for an intriguing year ahead. Let’s examine the latest trends and indicators that are shaping the real estate landscape in the Greater Edmonton Area.

Sales Surge and Reduced Inventory

Compared to January 2023, the market saw a remarkable 46% increase in sales, showcasing a highly energized market. At the same time, new listings experienced a more modest 4% increase. As a result, inventory dropped by 13% year-over-year, resulting in the lowest inventory levels observed in January since 2015. With just 3.16 months of inventory available, Greater Edmonton is firmly seated in a seller’s market.

Rising Benchmark Prices

In January, single-family home prices climbed by 4%, while townhouses and apartment-style condos experienced even more substantial growth, with increases of 7% and 6%, respectively, compared to January 2023. These price shifts indicate a bus market, providing a solid foundation for current homeowners and challenging prospects for potential buyers.

The Interest Rate Landscape

The Bank of Canada has diligently maintained steady interest rates for four consecutive decisions amidst moderating inflation. However, forecasters widely anticipate that rates may begin to drop in the third quarter of this year. Even as rates remain stable, the exciting news is that lenders are already offering 5-year fixed mortgages below 5%, which we haven’t witnessed in quite some time. This development opens up new opportunities for homeowners to secure favourable financing terms, creating more demand from buyers.

Record-breaking Net Migration and High Demand

Record-breaking net migration into the province continues to fuel demand in the Greater Edmonton Area. As newcomers flock to this region, well-priced and well-marketed listings frequently sell with multiple offers after only a few days on the market. 

✅ If you are interested in a free home evaluation or would like a market analysis on a potential property, call me direct at 780-777-9703! 

Information gathered from the Real Estate Association of Edmonton.

Jarett Johnson Real Estate

A positive start to the week!

Happy Monday! Taking a moment to appreciate these kind words by my amazing clients. It was an honour to help sell your home in Fort Saskatchewan. Our team works hard to make the process less stressful and getting the best possible results for our clients. Thank you for trusting me as your Realtor.

🏡 If you are interested in a free home evaluation or would like a market analysis on a potential property for rental, let’s have a chat! Call me direct at 780 777 9703!

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Charming Bungalow Just Listed in Sherwood Park!

Just Listed 🏠 171 Willow St, Sherwood Park, Alberta

Welcome Home! Charming bungalow in the quiet community of Sherwood Heights. Great location close to schools and parks and just a short drive away to all of what Sherwood Park has to offer! Updated and unique floor plan home with double detached garage & huge fenced back yard. Original garage converted into 315 sqft multi purpose space leaving extra long driveway great for parking or RV. Double detached garage with second driveway. Perfect for work space, storage, play room, & more. Rear access leads down the stairs to finished basement with rec room, bedroom, bathroom, laundry room, & utility space. Updates over the years include: furnace, roof, windows, garage, kitchen, & more!

🛌 4 Bed + 🛀 3 (2 Partial) Bath

🌲 1,189 Sqft

💻 MLS: E4349033

💲 Offered at $417,900

Find more information here: https://jarettjohnson.com/featured/171-willow-street-sherwood-park-ab-t8a-1p5/

✅ If you or anyone you know would be interested in working with me, call me direct at 780-777-9703! 

Jarett Johnson Real Estate

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Edmonton Market Update January 2023

The market is heating up!

The market sure is heating up! We’ve had multiple showings and a growing number of people heading to our open houses. There is no better time than NOW to look at your potential options in time for the SPRING MARKET. 

Whether you are looking to expand your space, downsize or invest in a property, feel free to contact me. Realty Executives Focus is a full service brokerage assisting families in buying, selling and investing in real estate! 

January 2023 Market Update

Average Price of Single Family homes in Edmonton and Area

“YEG Housing Market Sees Stable Transition Into New Year” 

“The Edmonton real estate market remained relatively stable from December as we transitioned into the new year,” says REALTORS® Association of Edmonton 2023 Board Chair Melanie Boles. “While many categories saw minimal decreases month-over-month, average prices for both the row/townhouse and apartment condominium categories saw increases when compared to December 2022.”

Single-family houses went for an average of $451,659, condos went for about $189,631 and duplexes sold for an average price of $355,086.

While it’s not unusual for the market to cool at this time of year, a climbing interest rate could be leading buyers to re-evaluate and sellers to reconsider moving. However, I anticipate activity will pick up in March just in time for the Spring market. If you have questions about the rising interest rates, forecasted home prices, or would like to know what these market stats mean whether you are buying or selling, feel free to contact me. 

Source: https://www.realtorsofedmonton.com/Market-Stats/Monthly-Housing-Statistic

Free Comparative Market Analysis

What is a Comparative Market Analysis?

A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) is an estimate of the market value of a property and is typically completed by local real estate agents. Real estate agents compare recently sold properties based on the neighbourhood, size, and age to determine a market valuation for a specific house.

Even if you aren’t thinking of selling now or in the near future, it’s never a bad idea to know what numbers you are working with. This can help you in the long run! I can provide you with a FREE CMA. Over the years, I have listed and sold all types of properties. From vacant land to apartments to duplexes to single family homes to acreages in rural communities. I’ve listed in Edmonton and Surrounding Cities such as Fort Saskatchewan, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Rural Strathcona County, Redwater, Beaumont, Gibbons, and more. If you don’t see it here, let’s chat!

Current Listings

You can check out all my current listings here!

12939 12941 102 St – Edmonton
20932 131 Ave – Edmonton
25 Currant Cr – Fort Saskatchewan
#115 2203 44 Ave – Edmonton
#11 8602 Southfort Blvd – Fort Sask
167 Great Oaks – Sherwood Park
41 Marion Dr – Sherwood Park
#908 10303 111 St – Edmonton
4349 51 St – Gibbons
8517 98 Ave – Fort Saskatchewan
#203 9930 100 Ave – Fort Saskatchewan
54/56 Wiltree Terrace – Fort Saskatchewan
46/48 Wiltree Terrace – Fort Saskatchewan
21028 128 Ave – Edmonton

Open Houses

Open Houses are a great way to get a feel for a property and ask any and all things real estate from one of our Realtors. If you are a first time home buyer, this is also a great starting point for your home search. See what you like/don’t like in a house, neighbourhood, features, amenities, and more. 

We host open houses almost every weekend! Make sure to stay tuned on social media or click here to stay updated.

Come check out our open house tomorrow February 18 from 12-3 PM!

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2023 Edmonton Housing Forecast RECAP

The Realty Executives Focus team, along with Kris Crawford (Mortgage Associate) had a great time at this year’s event!

Last Wednesday, I attended the 2023 Edmonton Realtors’ Association Housing Forecast at the Edmonton Convention Centre! I am so glad this event is back! It’s the first event hosted by EREA post covid. The event is a great chance to talk real estate, review historical information and learn expected projections for the new year. This year was great and informative – just as expected.

The emcee, Canadian Comedian Steve Patterson, was back for his third year (hosted both in 2019 and 2020) and did an amazing and hilarious job. The very well spoken and knowledgeable speakers included Past and Present Board Chairmans from Realtors Association, Modern Economist Todd Hirsch, Corporate Economist from the City of Edmonton and the Associate Minister of Finance, Honourable Randy Boissonnault.

I wanted to share some insight and summary of what was presented and inform you of what these experts expect for 2023! There are some variable factors and economic drivers that can potentially impact these projections that may or may not be beneficial to our market. These include climate change, global economy, military spending, conflict overseas and more.

2022 Year in Review

  • Average Price in 2022 for Single Family Homes: $484,822
  • Total New Listings in 2022 for Single Family Homes: 21,496
  • Total Sales Reported: 14,223

2023 Housing Market Predictions

Expect to see sales decline slightly and prices to gain modestly. Overall, the national market is expected to see more balance between buyers and sellers, a change from pandemic markets characterized by record-high buyer demand. Years 2020-2022 are considered to be anomalies and as we move forward in 2023, we can expect to see the market “correcting and normalizing” itself.

Activity in Alberta’s resale and new home markets is being supported by strong population growth. Alberta’s population grew by 1.3% in the third quarter of 2022, the highest single quarter growth rate in over 40 years.

Strong Housing Fundamentals in Alberta

Large core age population – Alberta has the youngest population in the country, with an average age of 39. More than half (53%) of Alberta’s source population is between 25 and 54 years of age, the cohort in which most household formations occur.

Shifting Demand/Product Type

  • Increased demand for apartments/condos: Buyers aren’t going anywhere they are just looking for something different! We expect to see a shift in row/townhouses and apartments/condos!
  • Continued growth in the luxury market: As I mentioned above, Alberta has a young population. A generational shift is occuring where a lot of older homes are up for sale. Investors/buyers are buying, ripping them down and building bigger homes, or renovating. We can see an increase of infills and modern homes in Edmonton!
  • An influx of migration from out of province: Minister of Finance Randy Boisssault mentioned immigration. 100% of the labour force growth comes from immigrants. We can expect to see more newcomers looking and buying homes.

Key Takeaways:

  • Edmonton can expect the 2023 market to continue to normalize. Compared with long-term trends, the COVID years are anomalies. This means we will see a drop in year-over-year numbers, with sales, listings and prices hovering at levels seen in 2019 and prior.
  • Our region is well-positioned to take on the economic challenges 2023 could bring. Alberta has affordability, demographics, and employment on its side. 
  • According to a recent report from the Government of Alberta, “In Alberta today, it takes 21 weeks of work to pay the annual mortgage payments on the average home purchased on the resale market. As a result, this is 41% lower than the national average of 36 weeks. By contrast, it takes 50 weeks of earnings in BC, 46 weeks in Ontario, and 26 weeks in Quebec to meet annual mortgage payments.”
  • Greater Edmonton Area – Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan, Sherwood Park, St. Alberta and other surrounding cities are both a great place to live and invest real estate in! One of Edmonton’s continued strong activity is it remains among the more affordable markets.

If you have any further questions or would like to discuss what this means for you and your real estate investment, please do not hesitate to contact me any time!

All the best!

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