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May 31, 2026 Article about company buying up condos NOW June 2026 to resell them 3-4 years later. ARTICLE 

I believe the condos in the Olympia will rebound as well.

So in time when they go up $100,000 that is tax free money you can make as a principal residence. In the meantime you can be paying down the principal.

This is good indicatioin of how millionaires buy when the prices are low, not when the market is high. They sell when the market is high. 

This is the lowest priced condo for 1,000 sq.ft. in the whole area with wonderful amenties and a great lifestyle. Close to everything. 


1,000 sq. ft. condo, Hamilton, Ontario, Steps to GO TRAIN
Now you can buy for almost the same price as it would cost to rent.
Details on this page.
Call anytime to chat 416-214-4875, Gary Nusca, Broker, Bridgecan Realty Corp. Brokerage

Link to this page: iciworld.com/402-2

The condo is in the tallest building on the left. The building feels new when you walk in. 


Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Two-bedroom condo in an upscale building in the Corktown Neighbourhood
The condo tower is the building on the left in the above picture.

These units were all priced between $300K and $400K, and I believe they will return to that range someday.

996 sq.ft. approximately, Balcony, 2 bath, 2 bedroom and almost 1,000 sq. ft.!

5 minutes to a Go Train Ride to Toronto or Mississauga
45 minutes to Toronto Pearson International Airport, 1 hr. to Toronto.

Amenities: Pool, Racquet Squash Court, Gym, Locker, Party Room, Sauna, Sun Deck/Patio, Underground Parking, Well-Managed, Security.  All amenities in the area, parks, schools, shopping, restaurants, Go Train 4 minutes, have free WI-FI access between Hamilton and Toronto.  etc.

Tenants include a mix of upscale professionals, young doctors, interns, nurses, seniors and retirees, young couples with a baby, single people, and couples, as well as some university students and people who work in Toronto.

Why Own Suite 402 at 150 Charlton Ave. E., Hamilton?

Suite 402 offers an affordable opportunity to own a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in Hamilton’s desirable Corktown area. Enjoy approximately 996 sq. ft., underground parking, building amenities, and a convenient location near hospitals, transit, schools, golf, the marina, downtown Hamilton, and the escarpment.


Ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors looking for value, location, and long-term ownership instead of renting.


View Suite 402 Details


Benefits of Owning a Condo at 150 Charlton Ave. E. Suite 402

Owning a condominium can be one of the most affordable and practical ways to build equity, enjoy home ownership, and secure your financial future. Suite 402 offers an opportunity to own your own home instead of paying rent while enjoying the convenience of condominium living.

✔ Build Equity Instead of Paying Rent

Every mortgage payment helps build ownership in your property. Rather than paying a landlord, you are investing in an asset that may appreciate over time.

✔ Affordable Entry Into Home Ownership

Condominiums are often one of the most affordable ways for first-time buyers to enter the real estate market while enjoying many of the benefits of home ownership.

✔ Less Maintenance and More Free Time

No cutting grass, shoveling snow, repairing roofs, or maintaining exterior grounds. The condominium corporation handles many of these responsibilities, giving owners more time to enjoy life.

✔ Ideal for Downsizers

For those looking to simplify life, a condo can provide comfortable living space without the work and expense of maintaining a larger home.

✔ Convenient Hamilton Location

Located in Hamilton’s sought-after Corktown neighbourhood, Suite 402 offers convenient access to hospitals, downtown Hamilton, shopping, restaurants, parks, transit, the GO Station, mountain access, and major highways.

✔ Security and Peace of Mind

Many condominium owners appreciate the controlled access, secured entry systems, underground parking, and the comfort of living in a well-managed building.

✔ Predictable Lifestyle

Condominium living can make budgeting easier because many building maintenance expenses are shared among owners through condominium fees.

✔ Excellent for Professionals and Retirees

Whether you are a busy professional, retiree, investor, or first-time buyer, condominium ownership offers a lifestyle that combines convenience, affordability, and accessibility.

✔ Potential Long-Term Appreciation

Real estate has historically been one of the preferred ways Canadians build wealth. While future values cannot be guaranteed, ownership allows you to participate in potential market appreciation over time.

Why Pay Rent When You Can Own?

Suite 402 at 150 Charlton Ave. E. offers an opportunity to enjoy the benefits of home ownership in a convenient Hamilton location.


View Full Details

Other Benefits

* **Stop Paying Rent. Start Building Equity.**
* **Own Your Home. Build Your Future.**
* **The Advantages of Condo Ownership in Hamilton**
* **Why Suite 402 May Be the Smart Move You’ve Been Waiting For**
* **Affordable Home Ownership in Hamilton’s Corktown District**
* **A Comfortable Lifestyle with Less Maintenance and More Freedom**
* **Build Wealth Through Real Estate Ownership Instead of Rent Payments**

For first-time buyers, “Stop Paying Rent. Start Building Equity.”


Provided by:

Gary Nusca, CCIM, CIPS, REALTOR, Broker 52 Years
Bridgecan Realty Corp., Brokerage
398 Mohawk Road East
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
L8V 2H7
Bus. 905-526-7551
Cell 416-214-4875
 
Condo in Upscale Building

Near St. Joseph’s hospital 
150 Charlton Ave. E., Suite 402
Hamilton, Ontario

Visit website: www.hamiltontotorontorealestate.com

Click to see Link to listing

Here is a buyer-friendly version you can use:

Click to see Condo MLS 40791685

Estimated Monthly Cost

Purchase Price: $274,900
Assumed Interest Rate: 4.5%
Amortization: 25 years

Example: 5% Down Payment

Down payment: $13,745
Mortgage before insurance: $261,155
Approx. insured mortgage: $271,601

Estimated mortgage payment: $1,510/month
Condo fee: $1,000/month
Property taxes: $200/month

Estimated Total Monthly Cost

$2,710/month
Normally, before utilities, insurance, and any lender adjustments.
In the case of 150 Charlton Ave. E. includes utilities, heat, hydro, water, and those utilities included.  So, really, it is like $2,400 plus utilities.

Buyer Message

For approximately $2,710 per month, a first-time buyer can own this Ontario condo, build equity instead of paying rent, and have the mortgage fully paid off over 25 years, assuming regular payments and no refinancing.

20% Down Example

Down payment: $54,980
Mortgage: $219,920
Mortgage payment: $1,222/month
Total with condo fee and taxes: $2,422/month

Important note: Final payments depend on lender approval, mortgage insurance, credit, exact rate, closing costs, and condo status certificate review.

Search conducted May 24, 2026, Hamilton 2-bedroom Condos. RESULTS. 
Only 10 2-bedroom units out of 185 are under $300,000 on the MLS! And may I suggest Unit #402 is the best for the money? Why? Because it is basically 1,000 sq. ft. in a prime, upscale, glass-structured building. Used to the 3rd tallest building in Ontario west of Mississauga, with the only higher building the CN Tower and Century 21 on Main St., Hamilton. Many say it feels like a new building because of the recent improvements. 


UNIT 402 For Sale is Vacant, Ready to Move In
The following pictures give you an idea of how another unit is furnished.


UNIT 402 For Sale is Vacant
The following pictures give you an idea of how it can be furnished.

  • Estimate for first time buyer
    1. Estimate for first-time buyer
    Here is a simple estimate for a first-time home buyer purchasing a condo at $273,900 with 5% down.

    Purchase Details

    • Purchase Price: $273,900
    • Down Payment (5%): $13,695
    • Mortgage Amount: $260,205
    Assuming:
    • Interest Rate: 4.5% (Could be higher or lower depending on the time you are buying,)
    • Amortization: 25 years
    Your estimated mortgage payment would be approximately:

    Monthly Costs Breakdown

    Item
    Monthly Amount
    Mortgage Payment
    ~$1,445
    Condo Fee
    $1,000
    Property Taxes
    $200
    Estimated Total Monthly Cost
    ~$2,645/month

    Additional First-Time Buyer Costs to Consider

    • CMHC Mortgage Insurance is required with 5% down and is usually added to the mortgage.
    • Legal Fees
    • Land Transfer Tax
    • Home Insurance
    • Utilities (if not included in condo fee)
    With CMHC insurance added, the mortgage payment could rise slightly to approximately:
    Item
    Monthly Amount
    Mortgage Payment incl. CMHC
    ~$1,520
    Condo Fee
    $1,000
    Property Taxes
    $200
    Estimated Total Monthly Cost
    ~$2,720/month
    One important selling point:A buyer is not just paying rent — they are building equity over time while owning a property that may appreciate in value.
  • Affordability
    1. Affordability
    For a first-time home buyer purchasing this condo, lenders usually use two affordability guidelines:
    • GDS (Gross Debt Service Ratio) — housing costs should generally stay under about 39% of gross income.
    • TDS (Total Debt Service Ratio) — all debts combined generally under about 44% of gross income.
    Using your example:

    Condo Purchase Example

    Item
    Amount
    Purchase Price
    $273,900
    Down Payment (5%)
    $13,695
    Mortgage Amount
    ~$260,205
    Mortgage Payment
    ~$1,520/month (including CMHC estimate)
    Condo Fee
    $1,000/month
    Property Taxes
    $200/month

    Total Monthly Housing Cost

    Lenders typically calculate:
    Item
    Monthly
    Mortgage Payment
    $1,520
    Condo Fee
    $1,000
    Property Taxes
    $200
    Heating Estimate
    ~$100
    Total Housing Cost
    ~$2,820/month


    Estimated Income Needed

    Using 39% GDS Ratio

    The formula lenders use is approximately:
    \text{Required Monthly Income} = \frac{2820}{0.39}
    Result:
    • Required Gross Monthly Income ≈ $7,230/month
    • Required Gross Annual Income ≈ $86,700/year

    Simple Affordability Summary

    Item
    Amount
    Estimated Total Monthly Housing Cost
    ~$2,820
    Estimated Income Needed
    ~$86,000–$90,000/year


    Important Notes

    A buyer may still qualify with lower income if:
    • They have little or no other debt
    • Strong credit score
    • Larger down payment
    • Co-borrower/spouse income
    • Lower interest rates
    • Gifted down payment from family
    If the buyer has:
    • Car payments
    • Credit card debt
    • Student loans
    then the required income would likely need to be higher.

    Helpful Selling Point

    This condo may appeal to:
    • First-time buyers wanting ownership instead of renting
    • Retirees wanting predictable housing costs
    • Investors looking for long-term appreciation
    • Buyers seeking lower purchase price entry into the market
    You can also explain:
    • mortgage paydown,
    • equity growth,
    • and possible appreciation over 25 years,which helps buyers understand the long-term financial benefit of ownership.
  • Mortgage Amortization Schedule
    1. Mortgage Amortization Schedule
    Using the same example:
    • Purchase Price: $273,900
    • 5% Down Payment: $13,695
    • Mortgage Amount: $260,205
    • Interest Rate: 4.5%
    • Amortization: 25 Years
    • Estimated Mortgage Payment: ~$1,445/month(approximately $1,520/month if CMHC insurance is added)
    Here is a simplified mortgage payoff example showing how the balance drops over time.

    Approximate Mortgage Amortization Schedule

    Year
    Mortgage Balance Approx.
    Principal Paid Off
    Start
    $260,205
    —
    After 1 Year
    ~$254,700
    ~$5,500
    After 3 Years
    ~$243,000
    ~$17,200
    After 5 Years
    ~$229,500
    ~$30,700
    After 10 Years
    ~$189,000
    ~$71,200
    After 15 Years
    ~$137,000
    ~$123,200
    After 20 Years
    ~$71,000
    ~$189,200
    After 25 Years
    $0
    ~$260,205

    What Happens Over Time

    In the beginning:
    • More of the payment goes toward interest.
    • A smaller portion reduces the mortgage balance.
    Later in the mortgage:
    • More of the payment goes toward principal.
    • The balance starts dropping much faster.

    Example of One Monthly Payment (~$1,445)

    Early Years:
    • Interest: about $975
    • Principal: about $470
    Later Years:
    • Interest decreases.
    • Principal repayment increases.
    By the final years:
    • Most of the payment goes directly toward paying off the mortgage balance.

    Total Paid Over 25 Years

    Approximate totals:
    Item
    Amount
    Mortgage Borrowed
    $260,205
    Total Mortgage Payments
    ~$433,500
    Approximate Interest Paid
    ~$173,000

    Important Selling Point for Buyers

    Even though the total monthly cost may be around:
    • $2,645–$2,720/month including condo fees and taxes,
    part of the mortgage payment is building ownership equity every month instead of paying rent to a landlord.
    Over time:
    • Mortgage balance decreases
    • Equity increases
    • Property value may appreciate
    • Mortgage eventually gets fully paid off
    That is one of the biggest advantages of ownership for a first-time buyer.
  • Stress Test
    1. Stress Test
    Yes. In Canada, federally regulated lenders require buyers to qualify using the mortgage stress test.
    The buyer must qualify at the greater of:
    • their actual mortgage rate + 2%, OR
    • the Bank of Canada qualifying rate.
    If the actual mortgage rate is 4.5%, then the stress test would be approximately:
    4.5% + 2% = 6.5%
    So even though the buyer pays payments based on 4.5%, the lender qualifies them as if payments were at about 6.5%.

    Condo Example With Canadian Stress Test

    Purchase Information

    Item
    Amount
    Purchase Price
    $273,900
    Down Payment (5%)
    $13,695
    Mortgage Before CMHC
    ~$260,205
    Mortgage With CMHC Approx.
    ~$270,600


    Monthly Mortgage Payment Used for Qualification

    At the stress-test rate of approximately 6.5% over 25 years:
    • Stress-test mortgage payment ≈ $1,825/month

    Total Housing Costs Used by Lenders

    Item
    Monthly
    Stress-Test Mortgage Payment
    ~$1,825
    Condo Fee
    $1,000
    Property Taxes
    $200
    Heating Estimate
    ~$100
    Total Housing Cost
    ~$3,125/month


    Income Required Under Canadian Stress Test

    Using the common Canadian GDS guideline of approximately 39%:
    \text{Required Monthly Income} = \frac{3125}{0.39}
    Result:
    Item
    Amount
    Required Gross Monthly Income
    ~$8,013
    Required Gross Annual Income
    ~$96,000/year


    Realistic Qualification Range

    Most lenders would likely want this buyer to earn approximately:

    $95,000–$105,000 per year

    depending on:
    • credit score
    • other debts
    • heating costs
    • exact condo fee treatment
    • lender guidelines
    • property tax amount
    • current qualifying rate

    Important Observation About This Condo

    The large condo fee of:

    $1,000/month

    has a major effect on affordability.
    Even though the purchase price is relatively affordable, the condo fee significantly increases:
    • required income
    • stress-test qualification difficulty
    • debt-service ratios

    Example Comparison

    Scenario
    Approx Income Needed
    Without Stress Test
    ~$87,000/year
    With Canadian Stress Test
    ~$96,000–$105,000/year


    Very Important Sales Insight

    Many first-time buyers focus only on:
    • purchase price
    • mortgage payment
    but lenders qualify buyers based on:
    • stress-tested payments
    • condo fees
    • taxes
    • heating
    • all monthly obligations
    This is why buyers are often surprised they qualify for less than expected.
ALL ABOUT HAMILTON

 

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Corktown is one of Hamilton’s oldest and most historic neighborhoods. Bounded by Main Street East to the north, Wellington Street to the east, the Niagara Escarpment to the south, and James Street South to the west, it is a highly walkable community famous for its 19th-century charm, rich diversity, and proximity to downtown. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Key Features of Corktown
  • History & Character: Originally settled by Irish immigrants in the 1800s, the area features beautiful historic row houses and deep working-class roots.
  • Transit & Commuting: Highly convenient for commuters, housing the Hamilton GO Station (formerly the TH&B station) and providing quick access to local public transit.
  • Green Space & Outdoors: Residents enjoy multiple local green spaces, notably Corktown Park and Shamrock Park, which feature playgrounds, basketball courts, and direct access to the Escarpment Rail Trail.
  • Local Amenities: The neighbourhood is situated right next to St. Joseph’s Hospital and is famous for its vibrant pub culture, including the longstanding Corktown Pub.
  • Community Engagement: The active Corktown Neighbourhood Association frequently organizes local events and acts as an advocate for community stewardship. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8]
For active real estate listings and market trends, you can explore the REALTOR.ca Corktown Listings. To learn more about community initiatives, stay connected via the Corktown Hamilton Facebook Page. [1, 2, 3]

 

Investinhamilton.ca

Durand Neighborhood

https://nexthome.ca/neighbourhoods/durand/23981/

Hamilton City Hall Website

  • Things To Do
    • TourismHamilton.com
    • Arts & Music
    • Festivals & Events
    • Golf Hamilton
    • Hamilton Civic Museums
    • Parks & Green Space
    • Recreation
    • Venues, Facilities & Bookings
    • Waterfront at Pier 8

Key pillars of Hamilton’s identity include:

  • The Waterfall Capital: The Niagara Escarpment runs through the city, featuring over 100 distinct waterfalls. Popular spots include Webster’s Falls, Tews Falls, and Albion Falls.
  • Industrial Heritage (“Steeltown”): Home to massive steel producers like Stelco and Dofasco, the city has deep working-class roots.
  • Arts & Culture: Hamilton is known for its thriving arts scene, highlighted by the annual Supercrawl arts and music festival and the Art Gallery of Hamilton.
  • The Birthplace of Tim Hortons: The first-ever Tim Hortons location opened on Ottawa Street North in 1964.
  • Vast Nature & Trails: Criss-crossed by the 900+ km Bruce Trail, it offers extensive outdoor and hiking recreation.
  • Historic Landmarks: The city features major attractions like the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum and the Hamilton Farmers’ Market, which has been operating since 1837. 
    Tourism Hamilton +5

     

 Things To Do

  • TourismHamilton.com
  • Arts & Music
  • Festivals & Events
  • Golf Hamilton
  • Hamilton Civic Museums
  • Parks & Green Space
  • Recreation
  • Venues, Facilities & Bookings
  • Waterfront at Pier 8

Millionaires buy real estate in both high- and low-market conditions, but they adjust their strategies depending on economic conditions. Wealthy investors prioritize deals that generate reliable cash flow and equity rather than attempting to perfectly “time” the peaks and valleys. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Their primary approaches to market cycles include:

1. Buying When Prices Are Low (Downturns and Recessions) [1, 2, 3]
  • Bargain Hunting: Many millionaires act as bargain hunters during recessions, foreclosures, or estate sales to secure properties significantly below market value.
  • Less Competition: They frequently buy during quieter periods—such as the late fall and winter in local markets like Hamilton—when there is less buyer competition and more motivated sellers.
  • Capitalizing on Cash: Because they have high liquidity, wealthy buyers are well-positioned to take advantage of discounted prices without relying as heavily on standard mortgages. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
2. Buying When Prices Are High (Booms and Stable Markets)
  • Focus on Fundamentals: In strong markets, millionaires rely on the fundamentals of a “good deal” rather than waiting for crashes. They target cash-flowing assets where the rental income comfortably covers all expenses, taxes, and maintenance.
  • Leveraging Existing Wealth: Instead of cashing out stocks or bonds, they frequently use their existing portfolios as collateral for interest-only loans. This allows their other investments to continue compounding while they acquire property.
  • Focus on Long-Term Value: Institutional and high-net-worth buyers prioritize prime locations with long-term appreciation potential and limited construction supply. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
To explore current local trends and specific property data, review the market reports on the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) to understand how timing affects your own investment goals. [1, 2, 3]

Call Gary Nusca, CCIM, CIPS
Broker
Bridgecan Realty Corp. Brokerage
416-214-4875
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