Family style living

3 Dewitt Road

Kathy and Joe grew up mere blocks from 3 Dewitt Rd. If anyone can tell you what this location has to offer you, it’s them.  If you take a short walk in any direction you have the best of what Etobicoke has to offer. To the South is West Deane Park with its creek, baseball diamonds and outdoor pool for summer swimming. To the N/E is Lloyd Manor plaza with groceries, hair salons, pharmacies and many other conveniences. In the very same direction is Martingrove Collegiate where both Kathy and Joe attended high school as well as their brothers, sisters and eldest daughter. To the East is Princess Margaret Junior School and John G. Althouse Middle School, where not only did Kathy and Joe attend but our Prime Minister Stephen Harper as well. What the neighborhood has to offer most of all is family. Not our family but yours. There is room to grow and thrive as a family. There are schools, parks, stores and friends just waiting for you. Kathy and Joe thrived in this community and still do. They grew with their families and developed life-long friendships right around the corner from Dewitt Rd. This may be the very place your children will flourish and form their life-long friendships. Just imagine it and we can make it happen.

For more information please contact: Kathy And Joe Gordon Sales Representatives RE/MAX Professionals Inc., Brokerage 270 The Kingsway Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M9A 3T7 BUS (416) 236-1241 FAX (416) 231-0563 E-MAIL kathy@etobicokehomes4sale.com Website: etobicokehomes4sale.com

3 Dewitt Rd, Toronto, ON M9B3C9, Presented by Kathy and Joe Gordon, ReMax Professionals Inc. Powered by FloorPlanOnline

3 Dewitt Rd, Toronto, ON M9B3C9, Presented by Kathy and Joe Gordon, ReMax Professionals Inc. Powered by FloorPlanOnline

For more information please contact:Kathy And Joe GordonSales RepresentativesRE/MAX Professionals Inc., Brokerage 270 The Kingsway Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M9A 3T7 BUS (416) 236-1241FAX (416) 231-0563 E-MAIL kathy@etobicokehomes4sale.comWebsite: etobicokehomes4sale.com

Location vs Renovation

Before: exterior, front

This past Saturday team Etobicokehomes4sale did what they often do on a Saturday morning, watched HGTV. Sarah’s House was on.  Kathy has followed Sarah Richardson avidly for some years and enjoys seeing her take what can be described as a fixer-upper and well, fix-it-up. Personally my favourite was season three which featured the over-hauling of an old farmhouse. Sarah doubled the size of the house and made the most fantastic country escape.

We watched the Grand Finale of season one where Sarah took a home in Rosedale she purchased for $580, 000. A little research revealed to us that another house on the street sold for $1, 179,000 that same year. The difference between the two being that the one Sarah bought backed onto the train tracks and the other was located on the opposite side of the street.

After 8 months and extensive renovations to the interior and exterior of the house Sarah put the house back on the market listing it for $1.16m. Despite the one obvious setback (the train tracks directly behind the property) the house sold for $1.2m. Due to the quality work and attention to detail Sarah is known for she took a house from less than $600k to $1.2m in less than a year. Granted she put approximately $420k into the renovations. Subsequently the house has sold twice and the value has increased slightly each time.

Before: interior, kitchen

The location has to be a huge factor in the property having been sold 3 times in less than 5 years with the selling price only having increased by $118k since Sarah sold it in 2007.

This is the perfect example of location, location location being key. At the same time it is a prime example of how some tender love and care (ahem- hefty bank account) can easily take a dull house and make it brilliant.

For more information please contact: Kathy And Joe Gordon Sales Representatives RE/MAX Professionals Inc., Brokerage 270 The Kingsway Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M9A 3T7 BUS (416) 236-1241 FAX (416) 231-0563 E-MAIL kathy@etobicokehomes4sale.com Website: etobicokehomes4sale.com

Your homes potential

There is an old expression “can’t see the forest for the trees” which applies to real estate more than you would think. One of the most important things you can do to prepare your house for the market is de-cluttering. Think of the clutter as the trees and your house is the forest. Most people find it hard to see the potential of a house if they are hung up on the moose head over the mantle, pink rocking horse taking up most of the kid’s room or the oversized armoire in the master bedroom. 

Usually some clean up and a fresh coat of neutral paint is all it takes to give your potential buyers the opportunity to envision themselves in your house.  De-cluttering, de-personalizing and organization not only better showcase your home but opens buyers minds up to all they can do with your space.

Often a fresh approach at furniture placement or the houses decor can provide a possible buyer with a blank canvas. The next step after de-cluttering is staging. Highlighting your homes best features allows people to realize its value.

If you do as little as possible to prepare your home for sale it can often result in low-ball offers or your house languishing on the market longer than expected.

Maximizing your homes space and potential inspires others in so many ways.  Buyers have the chance to mentally place their furniture, envision their favourite wall coloures or even place themselves sitting by the fire reading a book. Staging also maximizes the number of potential buyers who can see all that your house has to offer them.

Check out HGTV's before and after shots of staged homes. 

For more information please contact: Kathy And Joe Gordon Sales Representatives RE/MAX Professionals Inc., Brokerage 270 The Kingsway Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M9A 3T7 BUS (416) 236-1241 FAX (416) 231-0563 E-MAIL kathy@etobicokehomes4sale.com Website: etobicokehomes4sale.com

Buying Etobicoke

Grab a coffe and call Kathy and Joe Gordon 416-570-8405

There are so many factors to consider when thinking of a move. If you’re single and looking to buy on your own you may consider locations closest to transit, entertainment etc. If you have a young family you are definitely going to be looking at the schools and parks in your area. You may be finished raising a family and hoping to downsize to smaller house or condo. In any of these cases accessibility is always a factor especially if you do not own a car or if you happen to share one vehicle. Then there is affordability, some areas of the city are more affordable than others. In Etobicoke we have it all; top-notch schools, readily available transit, churches, daycare, numerous grocery stores and plenty of housing options depending on your needs. Are you looking for something short-term, long-term, permanent? Do you want a house, townhouse or condo/apt? If you are asking yourselves these questions then you are seriously thinking of making a move. Whether you are taking the plunge into the housing market or are an old-hat at it you will need the guidance of an experienced agent. Heck, why not two? Kathy and Joe know Etobicoke (and its surrounding areas). They know what schools are best, they know where you will be happiest. They have access to the best mortgage specialists and lawyers to prepare you for your purchase. In making a call to Kathy and Joe Gordon you are ensuring that you will make a smart move. They have the experience, resources and knowledge to find the perfect home for you.

For more information please contact: Kathy And Joe Gordon Sales Representatives RE/MAX Professionals Inc., Brokerage 270 The Kingsway Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M9A 3T7 BUS (416) 236-1241 FAX (416) 231-0563 E-MAIL kathy@etobicokehomes4sale.com Website: etobicokehomes4sale.com

Selling Etobicoke

What is Etobicokehomes4sale? It’s a website, a brand and a way of life for Kathy and Joe Gordon.

For 38 years Kathy and Joe Gordon have been partners in life, parenthood and now in business. Twenty-three years ago Kathy took the leap and began a career in Real Estate. For more than two decades Kathy has cultivated a successful career using her integrity, ingenuity and intelligence.



Joe Gordon has been a large part of Kathy’s success for the last several years and has recently joined her in Real Estate as an agent. Having both grown up and lived in Etobicoke it only seemed logical that they would sell Etobicoke. Kathy and Joe Gordon have made Etobicoke their home and now it is their business to find you a home here too.

Whether you are searching for a bungalow, semi-detached, condo, townhouse, primary residence or income property Kathy and Joe will find it for you. Years of experience and a vast knowledge of their borough makes them the perfect team. Etobicokehomes4sale.com and Kathy and Joe Gordon are the team who will find your perfect property.

For more information please contact: Kathy And Joe Gordon Sales Representatives RE/MAX Professionals Inc., Brokerage 270 The Kingsway Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M9A 3T7 BUS (416) 236-1241 FAX (416) 231-0563 E-MAIL kathy@etobicokehomes4sale.com Website: etobicokehomes4sale.com

Checking out The Good Neighbour(hoods)

If you’ve ever driven down a street and wondered whether that new café is any good or what the inside of that gallery looks like stop one afternoon when you’re not busy and smell the espresso beans. For at least a year or so a friend of mine has wanted to make it a regular habit of stopping in to The Good Neighbour on Annette. Thispast New Years day she made it there. We made it shortly before it closed, as it was a holiday, but just in time to sit for a bit while the barista tidied and closed up shop for the day. The espresso bar can be summed up in several words- cozy, sparse, revamped and warm.

How can a place be both sparse and cozy? One word – fireplace (and comfy chairs) which are presided over by a (fake) mounted reindeer head with a red nose which adds an element of whimsy.

Although The Good Neighbour at first glance appears sparsely decorated if you take a closer look someone has taken a great deal of time andI assume effort to use reclaimed or found materials in not only the décor but the essential elements as well. The light fixtures appears to be something Edison himself may have used, a table in the corner is an old industrial sized spool and the bar is sided with what appears to be tin ceiling tiles.

There is a rich history from the elements that make up this delightful espresso bar. If ever you want to feel warmth and welcoming join the crowd at The Good Neighbour for a $4.25 latte (taxes included in the price). Remember it is our community, our neighbourhood and the people in it who make us great.

For more information please contact: Kathy And Joe Gordon Sales Representatives RE/MAX Professionals Inc., Brokerage 270 The Kingsway Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M9A 3T7 BUS (416) 236-1241 FAX (416) 231-0563 E-MAIL kathy@etobicokehomes4sale.com Website: etobicokehomes4sale.com

Post holiday blahs

Despite all the fun, excitement and joy of the holiday season now that it’s over we tend to get a little down. Some of us are reflecting over the good times and not so happy that they’re gone for another year. Perhaps during your festivities you realized your home just isn’t big enough to hold all the people you love or that your big home feels too empty once all the kids and their families have left. Whatever you’re situation there is a home out there for you. A home that will fit your large dining room table, the new pool table you got or has a pool in the yard for everyone to enjoy on a hot summer day. Or if you’re feeling your nest is empty don’t worry there is a home for you too. Maybe you imagine locking the door behind you and traveling to your heart’s content knowing all the while that home waits for you. If you’re just starting out or have been in the game for years take comfort in knowing that your Realtor will find a home that suits your needs.

For more information please contact: Kathy And Joe Gordon Sales Representatives RE/MAX Professionals Inc., Brokerage 270 The Kingsway Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M9A 3T7 BUS (416) 236-1241 FAX (416) 231-0563 E-MAIL kathy@etobicokehomes4sale.com Website: etobicokehomes4sale.com

Merry-making

This holiday season nothing makes a home feel more homey than the smells of baking. Whatever part of town, whatever type of home the smell of a freshly baked pie feels like comfort and joy. This holiday season fill your abode – whether condo or house with the smells of the holidays. Its always nice to pass that kind of joy along. If you’re going visiting for the holidays wrap up some freshly baked cookies and take them with you to make someone else’s day. If your home doesn’t have a chef-in-training visit your local grocery store, market or bakery for the confection of your choice.


For more information please contact: Kathy And Joe Gordon Sales Representatives RE/MAX Professionals Inc., Brokerage 270 The Kingsway Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M9A 3T7 BUS (416) 236-1241 FAX (416) 231-0563 E-MAIL kathy@etobicokehomes4sale.com Website: etobicokehomes4sale.com

Explore your neighbourhood this holiday

In the last several weeks we’ve experienced some fairly mild weather. According to the longterm forecast at theweathernetwork.com we’re not going to be having a white Christmas.

This holiday season will be great for getting out with the family and walking around your neighbourhood. Take a look around, explore and find something new. The holiday weather may not be good for cuddling up in front of the fire but it will give you the opportunity to check out a local park like James Gardens, walk around the shops in Bloor West Village, enjoy a pint at the fairly new St. James Gate Irish Pub in Islington Village or spend time in the outdoors without freezing your tushie off.

If you are going to get out and about this holiday season make sure to check the forecast because you may need an umbrella but you definitely won’t be needing your snow shoes.

For more information please contact: Kathy And Joe Gordon Sales Representatives RE/MAX Professionals Inc., Brokerage 270 The Kingsway Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M9A 3T7 BUS (416) 236-1241 FAX (416) 231-0563 E-MAIL kathy@etobicokehomes4sale.com Website: etobicokehomes4sale.com