Canadian Houses That Have Nearly Doubled in Value in 5 Years

It’s every seller’s dream to double their investment, but is it possible? According to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), Canadian home sales are ever-so-slightly on the rise in the autumn of 2019 – but, for some lucky sellers, the value of their homes has proven to be much higher. Whether it’s due to an impressive renovation transformation, a super-hot housing market or both, these Canadian homes nearly doubled in value in the past few years.

beige home exterior with green grass at front yard and basketball hoop in driveway

Frank Leo & Associates

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Contemporary in Cliffcrest

Location: Toronto, ON

2019 Sale Price: $1,038,000

2014 Sale Price: $610,000

white kitchen with stainless steel appliances and bright yellow bar stools at a centre island

Frank Leo & Associates

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Modern Updates

A spacious gem in Toronto’s district of Cliffcrest, this three-bedroom home showcases the power of modern-chic renovations on an investment. Fresh touches like the bright, white kitchen with gleaming new appliances added elevated turn-key appeal for potential buyers.

grey deck with grey patio furniture, a lime-green umbrella and orange letters on a fence

Frank Leo & Associates

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An Inviting Oasis

Another big selling point for this beautifully renovated home? The ultra-spacious wooden back deck that can easily double as an outdoor living room.

grey bungalow with wooden front porch and green grass

Dan Plowman Team Realty Inc.

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A Beautiful Bungalow

Location: Coburg, ON

2019 Sale Price: $390,000

2015 Sale Price: $205,000

grey kitchen with white centre island, wooden bar stools and black hanging pendant lights

Dan Plowman Team Realty Inc.

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Fresh and Functional

A modern revamp, complete with a bright, white-cabinet kitchen and a family-centric centre island translated to more value for this stylish Coburg bungalow.

brown townhouse with bricks around green garage door

BMC CASA Real Estate Inc., Brokerage

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A Transformed Townhouse

Location: Halton Hills, ON

2019 Sale Price: $538,000

2015 Sale Price: $290,000

grey couch in beige living room with hardwood floors

BMC CASA Real Estate Inc., Brokerage

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The Value of Home

A well-presented space with modern finishes and warm design elements bring immeasurable value to a home, as this beautifully updated three-bedroom Halton Hills townhouse shows. The professional renovations (like hand-scraped hardwood floors and new lighting) enhanced an already spacious design.

white galley kitchen with white appliances

BMC CASA Real Estate Inc., Brokerage

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A Dreamy Kitchen

It’s unlikely that a home’s value will significantly increase if the key rooms (such as the kitchen and bathrooms) don’t impress. In this case, the townhouse uses contemporary details like white subway tiles and an inviting neutral colour palette to showcase the beauty of a classic galley-style kitchen.

blue condo building with brown fence and green bushes

The Christies Real Estate Team/Angus Macgillivray...

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A Convenient Corner Condo

Location: Vancouver, BC

2019 Sale Price: $476,000

2015 Sale Price: $235,000

television and gas fireplace in white living room

The Christies Real Estate Team/Angus Macgillivray...

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A Versatile Open Concept

Located in Vancouver’s artistic East Village, this one-bedroom condo features a covetable open concept, durable laminate floors and lots of natural light – making it a versatile canvas for new owners to make it home.

blue condo building with back patio, green trees and bark mulch

The Christies Real Estate Team/Angus Macgillivray...

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A Breath of Fresh Air

For gardeners, animal lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, one of the drawbacks to condo living can be a lack of outdoor space. With this ground-level corner condo, homeowners get the best of both worlds with a 290-square-foot patio area surrounded by greenery and fresh air – a value-add for alfresco aficionados looking for a condo lifestyle.