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Wahi Survey Reveals What Canadians Want Most in a Home<\/h2>\n

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Despite affordability challenges, nearly two-thirds of potential Canadian homebuyers continue to prefer renovated single-family homes with a suburban address, according to the results of a new poll from digital real estate<\/a> platform Wahi.<\/em><\/p>\n

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TORONTO \u2014 September 12, 2024 \u2014 The Canadian real estate market sure has changed a lot in just a few generations. Home prices have lapped inflation and wages, condos have proliferated, and landscaping tastes have evolved (no disrespect to white-picket fences). Despite the differences, though, a new Wahi survey suggests that the dream of owning a suburban, single-family home is alive and well for many Canadians.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Wahi\u2019s 2024 Great Canadian Dream Home Survey, which was conducted online among members of the Angus Reid Forum, asked Canadians what kind of home they\u2019d like to own, from property type and location to size and condition. Respondents were aged 18 and up and had indicated that they may or probably will buy a home in the next five years.<\/p>\n

Nationwide, the single-family home reigned supreme, with 64% of potential homebuyers opting for this housing type, which includes detached and semi-detached properties but excludes townhomes. Potential homebuyers also preferred larger, renovated homes (64%) \u2014 three bedrooms was the leading choice (43%) \u2014 and properties located in suburban (38%) or urban (34%) neighbourhoods rather than rural (28%) communities.<\/p>\n

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The Great Canadian Dream Home Survey builds on the findings of a previously released Wahi poll that found that even with higher interest rates and elevated home prices, about one in five Canadians<\/a> say they\u2019ll probably or may buy a home this year.<\/p>\n

Of course, the latest results varied by province and demographic group. Here\u2019s a breakdown of the key findings from Wahi\u2019s 2024 Great Canadian Dream Home Survey:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n