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Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Ancaster,Dundas & Glanbrook ListingsPAGE 9

HOMES FOR SALEGrimsby, Lincoln, WestLincoln & Niagara ListingsPAGE 5

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Thanks Rob, for a job well done.Again, you proved to me thatyour experience and knowledgeof the market made a bigdifference in the outcome onthe sale of my property.I will definitely recommend youto friends, family and anyonewho wants a true professional.

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About Rob Golfi

Rob’s career in real estatebegan in October 1997and putting the needs of

his clients first has always beena primary principle. Rob joinedRE/MAX Escarpment January1st 1999. As his career grewand with changing times in themarketplace, Rob realized thatthe team concept was the nextstep in order to maintain thesame level of service that his

clients had come to expect. Hence, “The Golfi Team”was formed, comprised of a select group of individualswho work well together and share Rob’s team philos-ophy. In 2003, the team received the prestigious hon-our of being in the top 100 Real Estate Teams forRE/MAX Canada*. And this status continues to date*.Rob has received every major award available atRE/MAX including the Diamond Club (2010-2012)*,100% Club (1999-2001)*, Platinum Club (2002)*,Chairmans Club (2003-2009)*, Hall of Fame (Inductedin 2003)*, and the Lifetime Achievement Award(Inducted in 2006)*, Circle of Legends (2013).*

Rob’s experience and aggressive negotiating skills arekey in this business. Any agent can list your house, butRob’s knowledge and ability to negotiate constructive-ly gives his clients peace of mind in dealing with the sin-gle most important investment in their lives.

Rob has an extensive marketing background thatcompliments his real estate career. He has achieved animpressive visual identity in the market place. Rob alsoprides himself on his ability to stay current with in theindustry and to remain competitive in the marketplace.His hard work and dedication has awarded him thehonour of consistently ranked in the Top 5 of nearly2500 sales agents in the Hamilton-Burlington andNiagara Area since (2003).** Currently (2013)* Rob isranked Number 1 in transactions sales ends in theHamilton-Burlington and Niagara Area.

“Each client is always treated with First Class Service.”

*Based on RE/MAX Ontario Atlantic Canada annual commission criteria

**Based on The Real Estate Association of Hamilton-Burlington total transac-

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FABULOUS FIND – Exclusive listing to the Golfi Team.Beautiful Waterfront lot sitting on 140 x 183 ft. lot onprivate cul-de-sac, build your dream home on the shores oflake Ontario, services include sewers, water and gas to lotline.


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THIS IS A 10++ LOCATED AT NEWPORT YACHTCLUB, biggest lot! Private Marina, new $60,000 designergourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line sub-zero fridge & winestorage, wolfe 6 burner gas stove, miele dishwasher, granitecounter top with built-in island!


FORT ERIE $849,9001645 Niagara Parkway

CUSTOM BUILT HOME facing the Niagara River, fourlarge bedrooms, plus finished attic with roughed in bath fora fifth bedroom. Solid oak doors and trim throughout.Unspoiled basement with walkout. New C/A, Furnace ‘01.Roof ‘05. Does not disappoint!


hAMIlTOn EAST $949,900 1083 Beach Boulevard

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GRIMSBY $589,900168 Saw Mill Road

BACKING ONTO 40 MILE CREEK-Custom newly built 2storey country home w/detached 3 car garage sitting on 1.36acres fenced, features open concept w/large family sizekitchen & island, 4 large sunny bedrooms, professionallylandscaped, high speed internet available, close to BruceTrail and minutes to town.


SMIThvIllE $399,9007 Wade Road

BEAUTIFUL LARGE LOT can possibly be severed for acorner building lot or build a garage. Buyer to verify zoningreg. 4 level side split in prime location on quiet deadendstreet. 3+2 bdrms, in-ground pool, walkup from bsmt,double garage, & large driveway. Updated kitchen,windows, hdwd floors and roof.


GRIMSBY $1,669,900188 North Service Road

ONE ACRE GATED LAKEFRONT ESTATE - Features 4 bedrm home, w/fully-finished basement, 180 ft of armourrock shoreline protection. Everything has been updated fromtop to bottom in this magnificent show piece. Separatebuilding can be a boat house or studio. view pictures on line.


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BEAMSvIllE $989,000P/L#23 Durham Road

ZONED LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL with5.5 acres and 602 feet of frontage on Durham Rd.


WEST lInCOln $539,9008326 3rd Concession Road

HUNTERS & HOBBIESTS – Everything has been done tothis 3 bedrm raised ranch with 48x32 car garage orworkshop, sitting on 10 acres with 7 acres of bush. Updatesinclude windows & furnace 2011, updated kitchen cabinetswith granite counters & backsplash, professionally finishedbasement and much more.


BEAMSvIllE $464,9004038 Bush Crescentt

LARGE OPEN CONCEPT 2 plus 1 Brick Bungalow ingreat location, energy star home, high quality finishes,quartz counters, hardwood floors, upgraded windows, fullyfinished basement complete with 3 piece bathroom.Composite deck, interlock patio, retractable awing, largedouble car garage, main floor laundry.


BEAMSvIllE $299,9004496 Comfort Crescent

SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION close to splash pad, parks,schools, QEW & conveniences! Walk in & feel at home noexpense spared boasts hrdwd flrs, ceramics, kitch island,back splash, gas fireplace, bedrm level laund., lrg Mbedw/ensuite, central vac, & fenced yard. Backs onto park!!


BEAMSvIllE $217,9004340 Central Avenue

WHAT A DOLL HOUSE! Clean & beautifully kept homein fantastic condition features shingles 6 years new, allthermal vinyl windows, gorgeous hardwd flrs under allbroadlm, long concrete drive w/fenced yard & personalgreenhouse backing onto church park, & close to allamenities. Shows like a dream!


FORT ERIE $799,9003723 Niagara River Parkway

BREATHTAKING vIEWS ON 2 ACRES! 4+1 BR homefeatures Oak hardwds, main flr master suite, irrigationsprinkler system, aerobic septic bed, backup gas generator,furnace 6yrs, roof 3yrs, gardeners greenhouse & a nicelylandscaped yard! Docking rights available!


GRIMSBY $959,900342 Kemp Road West

CUSTOM BUILT home on 37 acres. Features nanny'squarters or 2 bedroom in-law suite, 2 fireplaces, gourmetkitchen, ceramics, vaulted ceilings, in-ground pool, 3 cargar. Barn w/13 stalls, 4 paddocks & a 60x140 arena. Minutesfrom town!


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3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSe with amazing views of thelake! Resort style living. Large eat in kitchen, living roomwith corner gas fireplace, updated flooring, freshly painted.In-ground pool, large courtyard, private deck off patiodoors, lower level finished.


FORT ERIE $849,9001645 Niagara Parkway

CUSTOM BUILT HOME facing the Niagara River, fourlarge bedrooms, plus finished attic with roughed in bath fora fifth bedroom. Solid oak doors and trim throughout.Unspoiled basement with walkout. New C/A, Furnace ‘01.Roof ‘05. Does not disappoint!


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5 ACRE PROPERTY w/ large 4 bedrm home & barn w/stalls. Home feat liv/rm, dinrm, eat-in maple kitchen, mainflr master suite & fin bsemnt. Outdoor feat large pond, barnw/ 5 stalls, run in shed, 2 paddocks & exercise ring


WEST lInCOln $264,9008273 5th Concession Road

2 ACRE COUNTRY PROPERTY on deep lot w/trees,meadow & pond w/island. Most of the home has been re-finished w/new drywall. 4pc bath w/jetted tub. Cistern &drilled well (2010), C/Air (2010), most shingles (2010).Detached 2 door garage w/cement floor and loft area withlarge bright windows. Kitchen needs updating.


GRIMSBY $479,900180 Main Street West

2 STOREY WITH IN-LAW. 4+2 bedrm, 3 full baths, 2 halfbaths, new kitchen, furnace & a/c, roof & back deck. Mainfloor home office, den & separate dining rm. In-law hasseparate entrance & driveway.


GRIMSBY $899,9001 11th Street

BIGGER THAN IT LOOKS! 2200 sq ft completely rebuiltWaterfront retreat w/180-degree views of Lake feat. 3bedrms & 2 baths in a . Large master suite w/ensuite, twomain floor bedrms, 3pc powder rm, two-level living area,spacious dining rm, & over sized chefs gourmet kitch. Turnthe key & leave w/this zero maintenance freehold property!


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WAInFlEET $499,90040830A Forks Road

WORK/LIvE 6 yr old, 60x225’ industrial workshop. 6”concrete flr, steel roof/siding, insul ceiling, clear span,scissor trusses, 4 roll-up doors, 2 hoists, 16 ft ceiling incentre, tube htg, 200 amp service. SQ ft 13,500.


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2.8 ACRES OF COUNTRY LIvING with pond. Updated 2storey country charmer. This home has it all, 4 bedroom, 2full baths, large eat-in kitchen, main floor office, laundryand mudroom. Outside features a lovely wrap-around porchand 4 car garage.


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BEAMSvIllE $159,9002 Meadowood Lane

BUILDING LOT RARE FIND - Fantastic opportunity tobuild your dream home on this 50.00 X 108.00 ft lot!, Sewerand water to lot line. Buyer pays town, regional charges andpark dedication plus building permit, 4 lots available.Subject to severance in progress. HST may be applicable.


BEAMSvIllE $159,9001 Meadowood Lane

BUILDING LOT RARE FIND - Fantastic opportunity tobuild your dream home on this 50.00 X 108.00 ft lot!, Sewerand water to lot line. Buyer pays town, regional charges andpark dedication plus building permit, 4 lots available.Subject to severance in progress. HST may be applicable.


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YTD Comparison Listed Expired Sold Average Selling Average Days Selling % ofAREA July 2014 / 2013 YTD YTD YTD Price on Market List Price

ANCASTER 2014 672 76 393 $492,745 44 98%

(DISTRICT 42) 2013 607 85 389 $474,773 52 98%

BURLINGTON 2014 2759 186 2081 $508,088 31 99%

(DIST. 30 to 36 & 38) 2013 2785 217 1977 $487,916 32 98%

DUNDAS 2014 279 19 207 $403,700 36 98%

(DISTRICT 41) 2013 271 17 195 $382,474 45 98%

GLANBROOK 2014 369 43 263 $357,643 58 98%

(DISTRICT 53) 2013 404 59 269 $336,959 57 98%

GRIMSBY 2014 402 45 280 $363,203 43 98%

(DISTRICT 54,55) 2013 380 50 245 $346,895 50 98%

HAMILTON EAST 2014 670 60 497 $226,164 32 98%

(DIST. 23,24,27,28,29) 2013 666 66 496 $203,325 45 97%

HAMILTON WEST 2014 587 44 456 $333,645 35 99%

(DIST. 10, 11, 12) 2013 598 57 409 $320,365 38 99%

HAMILTON MTN 2014 1599 110 1222 $301,287 29 99%

(DIST. 15,16,17,18,25,26) 2013 1459 122 1135 $280,921 35 98%

HAMILTON CTRL 2014 925 101 656 $200,973 37 98%

(DIST. 13,14,20,21,22) 2013 985 141 689 $173,562 42 97%

BEAMSVILLE 2014 167 16 131 $320,522 47 98%

(DISTRICT 981) 2013 164 14 104 $295,106 46 98%

WEST LINCOLN 2014 61 12 28 $391,696 55 97%

(DISTRICT 56, 982) 2013 88 10 44 $392,903 60 97%

SMITHVILLE 2014 77 6 68 $295,978 60 98%

(DISTRICT 57) 2013 73 7 41 $266,449 52 97%

STONEY CREEK 2014 960 95 665 $357,156 37 98%

(DISTRICT 50,51,52) 2013 846 105 575 $325,684 40 98%

P R E S E N T E D B Y T H E G O L F I T E A M

Municipal Year-to-Date StatisticsJuly 2013 vs July 2014

Based on sales data on all home sales from July 2013 vs July 2014, REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington

(August 6, 2014 – Hamilton, Ontario)The REALTORS® Association ofHamilton-Burlington (RAHB) reported1559 property sales processed throughthe RAHB Multiple Listing Service®

(MLS®) system in July. This represents a21.5 per cent increase in sales comparedto July of last year.

There were 1968 properties listed inJuly, an increase of 5.5 per cent over thesame month last year. End-of-month list-ing inventory was 8.4 per cent lower thanlast year at the same time.

“July is typically a little quieter after

the spring market,” said RAHB CEORoss Godsoe. “but this year is an excep-tion. Sales were not only higher thanaverage, but were the highest for a July inover 10 years.”

Seasonally adjusted sales of residen-tial properties were 18.6 per cent higherthan the same month last year, with theaverage sale price up 6.9 per cent for themonth. Seasonally adjusted numbers ofnew listings were 6.1 per cent higher thanthe same month last year.

Actual overall residential sales were21.3 per cent higher than the previous

year at the same time. Residential free-hold sales were 20.8 per cent higher thanlast year while the condominium marketsaw an increase of 23.3 per cent in sales.The average price of freehold propertiesshowed an increase of 8.1 per cent com-pared to the same month last year; theaverage sale price in the condominiummarket increased 6.3 per cent when com-pared to the same period last year.

The average sale price is based on thetotal dollar volume of all properties soldin the RAHB market area. Average saleprice information can be useful in estab-

lishing long term trends, but should notbe used as an indicator that specific prop-erties have increased or decreased invalue.

The average days on the marketdecreased from 42 to 36 days in the free-hold market and from 45 to 39 days in thecondominium market when compared tothe same month last year.

Year to date, listings are 2.5 per centhigher than the same January-to-Julyperiod a year ago. Sales are seven percent higher and the average sale price is5.5 per cent higher for the period.

Exceptional Real EstateMarket in July

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STOnEY CREEk $399,900723 Ridge Road

BEAUTIFUL ESCARPMENT vIEWS! Prime location onRidge Road, close to all amenities. This property has a homesuitable for renting or building your dream home. Buyer tosatisfy themselves with building permits & costs.


STOnEY CREEk $599,90014891/2 Highway #8

OUTSTANDING & IMMACULATE custom built 1760sq.ft. all brick bungalow sitting on one acre with 3 cargarage, featuring beautiful hardwood through-out, stylishkitchen with granite counter tops, main floor laundry,partially finished basement with 3pc bath & rough in forkitchen.


hAMIlTOn EAST $99,90095 Hope Avenue

CUTE ONE FLOOR PLAN, and same owners for 24 years!!Front concrete drive, nice fenced in backyard w/slidingdoors from kitchen, new windows and doors. Great location,close to new Centre Mall and parks.


hAMIlTOn MTn $339,900193 Parkwood Crescent

FANTASTIC LOCATION!! Walk to Limeridge mall &parks. Features a spiral staircase, main flr fam room w/gasfireplace, separate dining room, laundry was on the mainLvL and can be moved back, large master bedroom withwalk in closet and ensuite, large partially finished basementand fenced rear yard with deck. Shingles replaced in 2002.


hAMIlTOn EAST $949,9001087 Beach Boulevard




THIS IS A 10++ located at Newport Yacht Club, biggest lot!Private Marina, new $60,000 designer gourmet kitchen withtop of the line sub zero fridge & wine storage, wolfe 6burner gas stove, miele dishwasher, granite counter top withbuilt in island!


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hAMIlTOn EAST $949,9001083 Beach Boulevard



WATERFRONT

hAMIlTOn MTn $269,90037 Cliff Avenue

SUPER MOUNTAIN LOCATION! Well-appointed 3bedrm, 2 bath home! Great family neighbourhood, fullyfinished basement w/walk up to backyard, lrg front porch &rear deck, & numerous updates. Furnace & new panel &wiring updates in ‘12. Attic insulated June ‘13.


hAMIlTOn WEST $479,90014 Cottrill Street

MCMASTER STUDENT RENTAL! Best location forstudent rental at Mac, on university side of Main Street.Same owner for 32 years, numerous updates with biggarage. Four rooms not yet rented. $3000.00 a monthincome when fully rented and students pay utilities. Walk touniversity, shopping and on main bus line.


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STOnEY CREEk $489,900293 McNeilly Road

Custom built 4 bedrm home includes updated kitchen withgranite counters, updated bathroom, new carpeting, furnace.Features ceramic & hardwood flooring, main floor laundry& den, finished basement w/ in-law set up & fully fencedyard.


hAMIlTOn $274,90078 Lorraine Drive

Great mountain location! This 3 bedrm, 2 bathrm bungalowis great for potential rental income. Interlock driveway andwalkway w/great landscaping, fully finished basementw/side entrance including gas fireplace, full eat in kitchconnecting to fabulous 4 season sun rm & hardwd flrsthroughout.


BInBROOk $315,00067 Cleghorn Drive

Perfect family home in desirable Binbrook! Upgrades frombeginning to end. Mocha oak cabinetry in kitch w/granitecounter tops & deep under mount sinks, S.S. appliancesincluding Bosch dishwasher. Gleaming dark hardwdthroughout, wrought iron spindles in staircase & custombuilt deck w/pergola.


hAMIlTOn $315,900116 Hoover Crescent

SECRET GARDEN PARADISE!! Well established in aprime mountain location! Bungalow with 3 bedrooms, 1bath, carport with storage shed. Partial finished basement(walls studded), new windows, granite counters and ceramicflooring in kitchen and shingles in 2012. Side entrance couldaccommodate in-law.


hAMIlTOn $229,900459 Greenhill Avenue

LOCATION ROCKS!! Updated and ready to go, shingles2009, A/C furnace 2006, Concrete drive & windows 2007,freshly painted, refinished hardwood floors, new stainlesskitchen appliances included, updated kitchen cabinets. Closeto Red hill, shopping, schools & Park!


hAMIlTOn $269,900187 Sanford Avenue North

GREAT INvESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Currently set upas a 3 unit home. Updates include furnace, water heater, androof (2011). Potential rental income: Basement unit $750,Main unit $950, Upper unit $1200.


hAMIlTOn $129,900285 King Street, Unit #3

GREAT LOCATION, NEAR MC MASTER! Fabulousground floor two bedroom. The Chantilly is filled withcharacter and Century features. Nicely decorated, showsbeautifully, lots of closets and storage, newer tile floors andrefinished hardwood. Bathroom and kitchen updated.


hAMIlTOn EAST $179,90011 Harrisford Street South, Unit #53 bedroom Townhouse in great location! Easy highwayaccess, sunken living room, patio doors to rear patio, diningroom, eat in kitchen finished rec room and more.


hAMIlTOn EAST $209,900208 Glow Avenue

START PACKING!! All brick one floor plan w/separate sideentrance, bsmt has a huge rec room, bedroom and 4 piecebath, CAN YOU SAY IN-LAW?!! Concrete drive, new 98sq. foot storage shed, separate dining room. Windows,shingles, kitchen and bath updated. Place shows 10++.


BRAnTFORd $129,900342 Dalhousie Street

Location Rocks!! Short bus ride to Wilfrid Laurier Campus.Convenient Location for Tenants. Both units occupied onmonth to month. Side parking and huge backyard. $475 +hydro/water upstairs and $650 + hydro/water downstairs.Seller pays gas and water heater rental.



hAMIlTOn $269,9004207 Governors Road

SUN DRENCHED COUNTRY HOME. Great countrylocation, near the city. 4 bedrooms, big family room additionw/wood stove and walkout to private rear deck. Walk toLynden Park. Numerous updates, some insulation anddrywall, basement waterproofed, back roof re-shingled,vinyl windows.


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