Ontario Rent Declines and National Trends: Insights for Multifamily Investors
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Sandy MacKay

Ontario Rent Declines and National Trends: Insights for Multifamily Investors

E112 • Aug 21, 2025 • 5 mins

In this episode, Sandy MacKay begins with an introduction and overview of the recent rental rate drops in Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area, setting the context for their implications on the multifamily market. He expands the discussion to national rental trends, analyzing how these shifts impact landlords and investors across the country. The episode also features a segment on JLL Income Property Trust, highlighting their investment opportunities in the current market climate. Closing remarks offer a summary of key insights, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the rental market's evolving landscape and its effects on multifamily real estate investments.

Key Points

  • Rental rates in Ontario have experienced a significant drop, with Toronto seeing the largest decline among major Canadian cities.
  • Despite the challenges of falling rental prices, potential tenants and investors can find new opportunities in the cooling market.
  • JLL Income Property Trust's fully subscribed $168 million Diversified Delaware Statutory Trust highlights strong market demand for tax deferral and diversification benefits in real estate investment.
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