Catherine Mortimer Real Estate

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Catherine Mortimer Real Estate

Real Estate Sales Representative, Toronto Broker, Chestnut Park Real Estate Brokerage, Ltd.

10/29/2026

One of my favourite parts of this job is getting to know a home beyond its square footage and list of features.

465 Oakwood had such a lovely feeling from the moment you walked through the front door. It was bright, welcoming and full of character, with thoughtful improvements throughout and a beautiful backyard that felt like a little escape from the city.

When I bring a home to market, I want buyers to appreciate the details that make it special, but more importantly, to imagine what life there could look like for them.

It’s always rewarding to see a home begin its next chapter, and I’m so pleased to have been part of this one.

Thank you to my sellers for trusting me with the process.

10/19/2026

A citywide average is a helpful starting point, but there’s always more to the story.

September’s numbers are a good example: average selling prices for Toronto’s semi-detached homes were up year over year, while detached homes and condo apartments were down.

Even then, the picture can look quite different from one neighbourhood, street or home to the next.

When I’m helping someone buy or sell, we look at the relevant sales, what else is available and how each property compares, with their own priorities in mind.

If you’re wondering what these numbers mean for your home or an area you’re considering, send me a message. I’m always happy to take a closer look with you!

10/10/2026

Your next Toronto address could come with a pretty spectacular view... 🏙️

21 Widmer Street is fully furnished and move-in ready, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a wrap-around terrace overlooking the CN Tower and downtown skyline.

Floor-to-ceiling windows fill this corner suite with sunlight, while restaurants, theatres and cafés are just steps away.

▫️ Available for lease at $4,000/month.
▫️ Parking spot included.
▫️ MLS® C13847724

Swipe for a look inside, and message me for details or a private showing.

Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited, Brokerage

10/09/2026

Looking for a three-bedroom condo? Put this one on your list.

60 Pavane Linkway is now $519,000, with monthly maintenance of $1,030.49, two owned parking spaces and ensuite laundry.

Let’s arrange a closer look.

09/28/2026

Part of my job is remembering what you told me before we walked through the front door.

The space you needed. The neighbourhood you hoped for. The part of your day you wanted to make easier.

I want you to be excited about the home you choose. I also want us to be able to talk honestly about whether it fits, including the compromises that might be easy to overlook in the moment.

Sometimes that conversation confirms you’ve found something special. Sometimes it helps you feel comfortable continuing the search.

Both are worthwhile outcomes. 😊

09/23/2026

“Should we make a move this fall, or wait?”

I’d want to know a little more about you before answering that.

What’s prompting the move? How flexible is your timing? And will you be buying, selling, or doing both?

August’s Toronto-region figures showed modest year-over-year declines in sales and average prices, with fewer new listings and longer time on market. Yet within the City of Toronto, detached sales increased and average detached prices remained almost level with last year.

There’s a lot of nuance behind a headline.

▪️ For buyers, I’d be looking at where there is value and negotiating room, while keeping your priorities firmly in view.
▪️ For sellers, I’d want a clear plan for preparation, pricing and how your home compares with the other options buyers are seeing.

And for anyone doing both, I’d want us to understand the full move before getting too focused on one side of it.

A change of season is a useful moment to revisit your plans. It doesn’t mean you need to rush them.

If you’d like to talk through what a move could look like, I’m always happy to have that conversation. 😊

Source: Chestnut Park / TRREB Market Reports. August 2026 versus August 2025.

09/07/2026

Happy Labour Day. 🌞 Whether you’re spending the day in Toronto or enjoying a little more time at the cottage, I hope there’s good company and very little on the agenda.

Enjoy the long weekend, wherever it finds you!

07/22/2026

You probably don’t need another person online telling you that every listing is “stunning.”

My page offers a clear opinion, an honest conversation, and the experience to know when something deserves a closer look and when it really does not. You probably already caught onto that. 😊

07/21/2026

After over a decade of walking through homes with Buyers and Sellers, there are certain investment choices that I rarely see people regret.

A beautiful finish may catch your attention, but the details that matter most are often the ones that shape everyday life:

▪️ Making a space work for you, no matter what the capacity
▪️ Natural light - we can all agree this trumps so many elements in a home
▪️ Investing in quality materials when you make improvements - the corners you cut will be noticeable, trust me!
▪️ Completing a comprehensive pre-list inspection - you need to be the expert on your house, full stop.
▪️ Adding storage solutions - being creative and thoughtful to think about all the possibilities that add value
▪️ Choosing designs and palettes that last - do your research and know why you're making certain choices

My advice is simple: do not spend more just for the sake of it. Invest in the choices that make a home easier to live in, easier to maintain, and easier to love. I love helping make these tough calls, I will always give you my opinion and alleviate that burden if you're stuck.

What would you include in this list?

07/06/2026

The best real estate advice starts with listening.

Not just to what clients say they’re looking for, but to what they’re hoping to create.

▫️ A sense of community
▫️ More room for family
▫️ A shorter commute
▫️ A new chapter

The homes may change, but the goal is always the same: helping people find a place that truly fits their life.

Address

466 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON
M5P2W4

Website

http://www.catherinemortimer.ca/

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