GTA Preconstruction Condos and Townhomes

This is a good question for both Investors and End Users.

First, let’s talk about Lockers. Due to the space constraints of modern condos, a locker can be an excellent storage solution. Our experience tells us that in most cases, a storage locker is a benefit and will add to the value of your investment. With the prices of a locker being reasonable, we believe that purchasing a locker is money well spent.

Parking is another matter. Today we are seeing prices for a single parking space exceeding $100,000 in many projects. You must make a more serious decision when it comes to purchasing Parking. If your condo purchase is for yourself and a car is very important to your lifestyle, then a purchase is a good decision. If you are an investor, looking to rent out a 1 bedroom property in an area with an excellent walk score, maybe this is not an expense needed. In the long term, we see that a parking investment will trend to higher prices eventually and may help with the resale value of your condo.

In pre-construction, Interim Occupancy occurs when your unit is ready and the building is able to be moved into. While the property is considered liveable, you cannot be granted Title until the property is registered. You can live in your unit but not legally be the owner yet. Instead of paying your mortgage, condos fees and property taxes, you will pay the builder an Interim Occupancy Fee. Once the building is registered, the next step is the final closing, where you will be required to pay final few such as land taxes, title insurance and any remaining down payments.