Why Industrial Real Estate Is the Next Big Opportunity in the GTA
Over the past decade, real estate in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has largely been dominated by the residential sector—most people only hear about pre-construction condos, single-family homes, and rental units. However, market dynamics are shifting. Rising interest rates, slimmer profit margins, and tenant headaches have prompted many investors to diversify their holdings. Industrial real […]
Triple Net Leases Explained: Why Industrial Landlords Have the Upper Hand
The term “triple net lease” (NNN) comes up often in commercial real estate, but many residential-focused investors have only a vague idea of how it works. In a climate where industrial properties in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are attracting increasing attention, understanding NNN leases is crucial. For landlords, these types of leases can deliver […]
Pre-Construction Industrial Condos: How They Work and Why They’re Different
In the world of real estate, most people are familiar with the concept of pre-construction condos—if we’re talking about residential towers. However, there’s a rising sector that has been quietly attracting smart investors: pre-construction industrial condos. These smaller industrial units—often ranging from 1,000 to 5,000 square feet—combine the benefits of commercial property ownership with the […]
How to Evaluate an Industrial Real Estate Investment in the GTA: A Step-by-Step Guide
The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) remains one of Canada’s most dynamic industrial real estate markets. With e-commerce growth, low vacancy rates, and diverse businesses seeking warehouse, manufacturing, and distribution space, it’s no surprise that more investors are exploring industrial properties. However, buying industrial real estate isn’t quite the same as purchasing a condo or single-family […]
Case Study: Pickering Industrial Condos and the Future of GTA Business Hubs
The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is hardly short on real estate projects, yet Pickering is increasingly being spotlighted for its transformative growth. From ambitious residential developments to booming commercial sectors, the city is rapidly evolving into a major business hub. Nowhere is this more evident than in the surge of industrial condo projects near core […]
Carving Your Niche: How Residential Agents Can Transition into Industrial Real Estate
For many realtors, the residential market is familiar turf—condos, single-family homes, assignments, and open houses are all part of the routine. Yet as the market evolves and new investment opportunities arise, more residential agents are discovering the commercial side of real estate, particularly industrial properties. Shifting from residential to industrial can be both challenging and […]
Industrial Rental Rates Continue to Rise in the GTA
Despite the unsettled economic environment, Q2 closed with historically low vacancy rates and increasing rental net asking rates in the GTA. Industrial leasing markets in the short-to-midterm are projected to remain unchanged, with both new construction and existing space rental rates forecasted to continue increasing – while industrial market sales remain uncertain. Net asking rents […]
Canada’s Industrial Real Estate Sector Remains Hot
A new analysis of the industrial market by RealREIT has revealed that vacancy rates Canada-wide hold below 2% despite ongoing record industrial development David Tweedie, RBC Capital Markets Real Estate Group Managing Director, said, “From a fundamentals perspective, we’re sitting at record national-low availability, double-digit rental rate growth continues in most major markets and [there are] record […]
