Strong Real Estate Sales Increases Continue in August in Mississauga, Brampton and Greater Toronto Area

Strong Real Estate Sales Increases Continue in August in Mississauga, Brampton and Greater Toronto Area

In August 2009, Greater Toronto REALTORS® reported 8,035 sales, up 27% per cent from August 2008. The average price for August transactions was $387,921 - up by six per cent compared to the same month last year.

"The increase in demand for existing homes has been widespread across different housing types and price ranges," said TREB President Tom Lebour. "This suggests many categories of home buyers have chosen to make a long-term investment in housing, from first-time buyers to move-up buyers or buyers who are seeking a lifestyle change."

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