Here is the Kawartha Lakes Housing October 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Canadian Real Estate Association, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board included.
This housing report for Kawartha Lakes includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Kawartha Lakes.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Uxbridge, Scugog and Brock.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – October 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board Market Watch Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
In October, 2023, we have seen 259 properties listed which has resulted in a 16.14% increase from October, 2022 in which 223 properties were listed; We have seen a year to date volume of 2939 in 2023 and 3265 in 2022 resulting in a 9.98% decrease. We have seen a total volume of 87 sold properties which has resulted in a 34.59% decrease from October, 2022 in which 133 listings were sold; We have seen a year to date volume of 1297 in 2023 and 1651 in 2022 resulting in a 21.44% decrease.
The average sales price in October, 2023 is $675K, a 2.66% decrease from October, 2022. The average sales price of October, 2022 was $694K. We have seen a year to date average sales price of $732K in 2023 and $791K in 2022 resulting in a 7.37% decrease.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correct
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Township of Brock Housing October 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Canadian Real Estate Association, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORS® included.
This housing report for Township of Brock includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Township of Brock.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Uxbridge, Scugog and the Kawartha Lakes.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – October 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORS® Report October 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORS® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
In October, 2023, we have seen 47 properties listed which has resulted in a 4.44% increase from October, 2022 in which 45 properties were listed; We have seen a year to date volume of 451 in 2023 and 504 in 2022 resulting in a 10.52% decrease. There were 14 sold properties which has resulted in a 30.00% decrease from October, 2022 in which 20 listings were sold; We have seen a year to date volume of 187 in 2023 and 212 in 2022 resulting in an 11.79% decrease.
The average sales price in October, 2023 is $746K, a 2.14% decrease from October, 2022. The average sales price of October, 2022 was $762K. We have seen a year to date average sales price of $800K in 2023 and $942K in 2022 resulting in a 15.10% decrease.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correct
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Township of Scugog Housing October 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Central Lakes Association of REALTORS® included.
This housing report for Township of Scugog includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Township of Scugog.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Uxbridge, Brock and the Kawartha Lakes
TRREB Housing Market Charts October 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board Market Watch Report
Read the Durham Association of REALTORS® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
In October, 2023, we have seen 54 properties listed which has resulted in a 17.39% increase from October, 2022 in which 46 properties were listed; We have seen a year to date volume of 563 in 2023 and 490 in 2022 resulting in a 14.90% increase. There were 19 sold properties which has resulted in an 11.76% increase from October, 2022 in which 17 listings were sold; We have seen a year to date volume of 279 in 2023 and 266 in 2022 resulting in a 4.89% increase.
The average sales price in October, 2023 is $1.04 million, a 10.49% increase from October, 2022. The average sales price of October, 2022 was $938 thousand. We have seen a year to date average sales price of $998 thousand in 2023 and $1.15 million in 2022 resulting in a 12.92% decrease.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correct
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Township of Uxbridge Housing October 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Central Lakes Association of REALTORS® included.
This housing report for Township of Uxbridge includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Township of Uxbridge.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Scugog, Brock and the Kawartha Lakes.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – October 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORS® Report October 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORS® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
In October, 2023, we have seen 55 properties listed which has resulted in a 14.06% decrease from October, 2022 in which 64 properties were listed; We have seen a year to date volume of 519 in 2023 and 502 in 2022 resulting in a 3.39% increase. There were 19 sold properties which has not increased or decreased from October, 2022 in which 19 listings were sold; We have seen a year to date volume of 245 in 2023 and 261 in 2022 resulting in a 6.13% decrease.
The average sales price in October, 2023 is $1.39 million, a 25.76% increase from October, 2022. The average sales price of October, 2022 was $1.11 million. We have seen a year to date average sales price of $1.32 million in 2023 and $1.35 million in 2022 resulting in a 2.50% decrease.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correct
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Region of Durham Housing October 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Canadian Real Estate Association, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORS® included.
This housing report for Durham Region includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Region of Durham.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Uxbridge, Scugog, Brock and the Kawartha Lakes.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – October 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORS® Report October 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORS® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
The real estate market in Durham Region has shown interesting trends throughout 2023. The average sale price, which started the year at $886,849 in January, experienced a modest increase in the spring before levelling off and reaching $931,548 in October. Active listings have steadily risen since January, providing more options for potential buyers. In terms of days on market, we observed a dip during the spring, which is a typical pattern, followed by a gradual increase, averaging 26 days on the market in October. January saw 394 sales, with the number of sales peaking in May and subsequently declining to 588 in October. However, despite the drop in sales volume, the sales price has remained relatively stable. In October, there were 3.01 months of inventory, indicating that the market is in a balanced state. While the number of sales has decreased, there hasn’t been a dramatic impact on property prices, making Durham Region an attractive and resilient market for both buyers and sellers.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correct
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
In 1956, Uxbridge became the second town in Canada and the first in Ontario to receive an official coat-of-arms.
Alan Beddoe of Ottawa, the Heraldy Advisor to the Royal Canadian Navy along with local officials and the College of Arms in London, England created the design which was taken to England for approval. The Coat of Arms was presented during a ceremony, “A Salute to Uxbridge” and was broadcast live on CBC. The Honourable Louis O. Breithaupt, the 18th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario was on hand to present the Coat of Arms to Uxbridge Mayor, Carl Puterbough.
At the ceremony the description of the Coat of Arms was read out by Alan Beddoe.
“Starting at the bottom, on the shield are two blue wavey lines on white to indicate water, over it is the bridge in green which refers to the green timbers that were used to make it. On the bridge is a gold Maple Leaf from the Arms of Ontario, implying that the Uxbridge being referred to is in Province of Ontario. Over the bridge is the mask of an Ox. Thus, here is the name of the Town, Ox- (or Ux) bridge. The shield’s background is gold (for Gould, the founder of the town) and on either flank are rye sheaves on green background to depict it is in the heart of an agriculture community. The sheaves also refer to the straw that covers the back of the oxen. The mantle flowing out of the helmet is green on the outer side with a white lining as the Livery colours of Uxbridge are white and green. Out of the crown, which is made to look like gold masonry, is a red lion. The lion is derived from the Crest in the Arms of Uxbridge, Middlesex, England, and refers to the British traditions we have inherited in this country. It also links us up with that sister town across the ocean. In the Lion’s paws is a cogwheel, which refers to manufacturing and the industry of the people of Uxbridge. This last meaning is also brought out in the Motto (at the bottom) ON’T UXBRIDGE, or “On To It Uxbridge!” – Alan Beddoe.
In the photos below you can see the Coat of Arms displayed on the front of the Music Hall and on the entrance signs to town.
Source: Uxbridge the Good Old Days by: Peter Hvidsten
The above photo was taken from the commercial
In the 1980s Chevrolet filmed a commercial to promote the 1987 Chevy Nova. The commercial had the car being lowered by a hot air balloon and delivered to the driveway of an excited couple. They picked a site in Uxbridge that was perfect. The first phase of theTesta Heights subdivision was complete and the cul-de-sac at the end of Ewen Drive would make the perfect spot to land the balloon as there were no trees yet on the properties to interfere. The car was basically a shell so it would be light enough for the balloon to carry it. To make sure the car landed right in the middle of the driveway they filmed in reverse. They filmed the balloon lifting the car in the air and over the houses. When the commercial was put together the film was rolled backwards making it appear that the balloon drifted in and landed the car perfectly in the driveway.
After the balloon had lifted the car up and out of sight it drifted away until it finally came down on the fourth green of the golf course.
You can view the commercial on YouTube here https://youtu.be/0JdIGdf-8P8
Here is an article from CBC on the shooting of the commercial (Chevy Nova, not a Cavalier)
The following photos were taken from the commercial
Below is an image of the French language printed add.
The above photo shows the Uxbridge Trans Canada Trail Pavilion located in Centennial Park. The Pavilion lists the individuals that played a crucial role in creating The Great Trail of Canada. The Trail now stretches over 27,000 kilometres, connecting the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic oceans.
Centennial Park is located in downtown Uxbridge behind the township office and the stores on Brock Street. The Great Canadian Trail and the Uxbridge Historic Trail pass through the pavilion located in the park. In the 1800’s this area looked very different. Back then the area was covered by Wheler’s Pond (seen below)
The following photos courtesy of Uxbridge The Good Old Days and Uxbridge The First 100 Years by: J. Peter Hvidsten
This photo is believed to be take from the Anglican Church bell tower in the late 1800s and shows Wheler’s Pond and downtown. Of note in the photo, you can see the home of Joseph Gould on Main Street in the lower right. This stately residence was torn down in 1961-62 to provide a playground for the newly constructed St. Josephs Catholic School (now the site of the Uxbridge Township Office). Read more about the Uxbridge Township Office/St. Joseph Catholic School
In the middle of the photo near the top you can see the Trinity United Church, which was torn down in 2022 after it was hit by a tornado earlier that year. On the left side of the photo you can see the Bell Tower located behind the Library.
This aerial view taken in the early 1900s shows the pond viewed over the corner of Toronto Street and Brock Street. This photo also shows a number of historical buildings, some of which are long gone. In the middle of the photo you can see the The Joseph Gould Institute (Uxbridge Public Library) and the Bell Tower. To the right of the Library site is the Mansion House Hotel (torn down in 1963) with the stables behind it. Beside the Library you see the Jones Hardware building (taken down in the late 1940s) and across the street is the Market Hall (torn down in 1955).
Looking across Wheler’s Pond South East behind the Library.
This rare photo shows the bell tower from behind from the bridge at the north end of Whelers Pond.
Behind the bell tower you can see the stables at the Mansion House Hotel.
Courtesy of Uxbridge The First 100 Years by: J. Peter Hvidsten
The above photo shows Wheler’s Pond looking to the south west. Up on the hill you can see the home of Joseph Gould and the Anglican Church on Main Street. The photo below shows the area today taken from a similar vantage point. The Medical Centre on Toronto Street now hides the view.
In the late 1940s the pond was no longer needed for water power, and was reverted to being a creek. The pond bottom for many years became the town’s dump. As a Centennial project in 1967, the former pond site and dump became Centennial Park.
The photo below shows the dump in 1957.
The area today is now made up of Centennial Park and a Municipal Parking Lot.
Photos courtesy of Uxbridge The Good Old Days and Uxbridge The First 100 Years by: J. Peter Hvidsten
Source: Uxbridge The Good Old Days and Uxbridge The First 100 Years by: J. Peter Hvidsten and http://www.DiscoverUxbridge.ca
Here is the Kawartha Lakes Housing September 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Canadian Real Estate Association, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board included.
This housing report for Kawartha Lakes includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Kawartha Lakes.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Uxbridge, Scugog and Brock.
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From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – September 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board Market Watch Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correct
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Township of Brock Housing September 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Canadian Real Estate Association, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORS® included.
This housing report for Township of Brock includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Township of Brock.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Uxbridge, Scugog and the Kawartha Lakes.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – September 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORS® Report September 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORS® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
The Township of Brock’s real estate market in 2023 has shown its distinctive character with a variety of ups and downs. Monthly sales prices have experienced fluctuations, notably increasing during the spring and summer months before decreasing to $767,125 in September, up from $578,667 in January. Active listings have been on a steady ascent, growing from 36 in January to 59 in September, indicating a consistent availability of properties. The days on the market have followed a pattern of fluctuation since January, reflecting the diverse range of property types throughout the township. Starting at 42 days in January, the average time has now reduced to 27 days in September, suggesting an active market. With 20 sales reported in September, the number of sales has held steady month to month, steadily increasing from a low of 6 sales in January. The Township of Brock has been in a balanced market since a brief shift to a seller’s market in March, presenting opportunities for both buyers and sellers.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correct
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Township of Scugog Housing September 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORS® included.
This housing report for Township of Scugog includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Township of Scugog.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Uxbridge, Brock and the Kawartha Lakes
TRREB Housing Market Charts September 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORS® Report Septmeber 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORS® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
The real estate market in the Township of Scugog has shown resilience and balance throughout 2023. Monthly sales prices have experienced fluctuations, with a notable increase in April and May, reaching just over a million dollars, followed by a slight drop in June and a subsequent rise to $1,140,500 in September from $946,667 in January. Active listings have steadily increased, expanding from 36 in January to 66 in September, offering a broader range of choices for potential buyers. Days on the market, which were at 38 in January, increased to 56 in March and gradually declined over the summer. While they experienced a slight increase in August and September, they now stand at 34 days, showcasing the ebb and flow of the market. There were 9 sales in January, and the number of sales increased from January to the peak in May, although it has declined since then to 21 in September. This trend signifies a balanced market, as while the number of sales has dropped, there hasn’t been a dramatic decrease in sales prices. Scugog remains an attractive market for those looking to buy or sell property.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correct
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Township of Uxbridge Housing September 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORS® included.
This housing report for Township of Uxbridge includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Township of Uxbridge.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Scugog, Brock and the Kawartha Lakes.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – September 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORS® Report September 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORS® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
The real estate market in the Township of Uxbridge has displayed a resilient and balanced performance throughout 2023. Monthly sales prices have experienced minor fluctuations with no significant increases or decreases, ultimately reaching $1,324,645 in September, up from $1,132,693 in January. Meanwhile, active listings have steadily increased, providing a growing inventory for prospective buyers, climbing from 32 in January to 69 in September. Days on the market have improved significantly, dropping from a high of 39 days in January to just 22 days in September. While January saw 14 sales, the number of sales increased from January, reaching its peak in June before declining to 19 in September. This suggests a balanced market where demand and supply are in harmony. Despite the drop in the number of sales, we haven’t observed a dramatic decrease in sales prices, making it a favourable market for buyers and sellers alike in Uxbridge.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correct
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Region of Durham Housing September 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Canadian Real Estate Association, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORS® included.
This housing report for Durham Region includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Region of Durham.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Uxbridge, Scugog, Brock and the Kawartha Lakes.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – September 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORS® Report September 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORS® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
The real estate market in Durham Region has seen some interesting trends in 2023. Since the start of the year, the average sale price has exhibited modest growth, rising from $886,849 in January to $907,359 in September, with a small bump in the spring. Active listings have steadily increased since January, providing a wider range of choices for prospective buyers. Days on the market saw a typical dip in the spring, as is customary, and have gradually increased to an average of 25 days, indicating a healthy market balance. In January, there were 395 sales, and this number steadily climbed to a peak in May before tapering off to 653 sales in September. Despite the drop in the number of sales, the market remains balanced, and the good news is that we have not witnessed a significant decline in sales prices. This stability suggests a resilient market in Durham Region. If you’re considering buying or selling a property, now is still a favourable time to make your move.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correct
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
In 1884 the bell tower was constructed as a Firehall and alarm bell. The bell for the tower (seen below) was made in New York and installed in the tower in 1887. The Joseph Goulds Mechanics Institute (Uxbridge Public Library) constructed in 1887 was to house the new bell in the clock tower, however when it was delivered it was feared to be too heavy and thought when rung would reduce the Institute to a pile of rubble. The bell was then installed in the recently built bell tower and was connected by cables to the library bell tower to chime out the hours for the town to hear.
The above photo is a post card from 1937 – Courtesy of Uxbridge The First 100 Years by: J. Peter Hvidsten
The bell tower had double duty. It ran in the hours of the day and was also the alarm incase of fire. There was a small door door at the base of the tower that someone could open and ring the bell. The bell tower was sold to Miles Houck after serving the residents of Uxbridge for more than 65 years. Mr. Houck who ran a garage south of the tower offered the tower for sale if anyone would remove it and restore it. Since no one was interested on purchasing the tower in October 1954 it was demolished. The bell after being stored for a number of years was placed on display in front of the old firehall on Bascom Street and is now on display in the tower at the new firehall on Brock Street. (see below).
The above photo shows the Bell Tower located behind the Joseph Goulds Mechanic Institute in the late 1800s.
A post card from 1910 courtesy of www.scugogheritage.com
A post card from 1937 courtesy of www.scugogheritage.com
A rare photo above shows the bell tower from behind from the bridge at the north end of Whelers Pond.
Behind the bell tower you can see the stables at the Mansion House Hotel.
Courtesy of Uxbridge The First 100 Years by: J. Peter Hvidsten
Pictured above is the bell after is was removed from the Bell Tower.
Courtesy of Uxbridge The Good Old Days by: J. Peter Hvidsten
Here we see the bell being installed on the roof of the Firehall on Brock St.
Courtesy of Uxbridge The Good Old Days by: J. Peter Hvidsten
The above photo shows where the bell was displayed at the old Firehall on Bascom St.
The above photo shows where the bell is proudly displayed currently at the new Firehall on Brock St.
Learn more about Uxbridge’s history by visiting our blog page UXBRIDGE HISTORY
Or visit the Uxbridge Historical Centre (Museum and Archives)
Photos Courtesy of
Uxbridge Historical Centre (Museum and Archives)
Uxbridge The Good Old Days by: J. Peter Hvidsten
Uxbridge The First 100 Years by: J. Peter Hvidsten
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