
Canadian Multifamily Market Pressures, Opportunities, and CBRE's 2025 Outlook
In this episode, Sandy MacKay explores the Canadian multifamily market, discussing new completions, homeownership affordability, and trade tensions affecting rental demand. He examines vacancy rates, a slowdown in commercial real estate investment, and regional performances. Sandy shares insights from CBRE's "Canada Real Estate Market Outlook 2025," highlighting capital market sentiment and multifamily opportunities. He also addresses challenges in the industrial sector. The episode wraps up with Sandy's final thoughts and appreciation for listeners.
Key Points
- The Canadian multifamily market is experiencing significant pressures due to a surge in new apartment supply and ongoing trade disputes with the United States.
- Despite increased rental supply, demand pressures are evident from slower immigration and fewer temporary residents, but worsening homeownership affordability may sustain rental demand.
- Investment volumes in the Canadian commercial real estate market have declined, but regions like Calgary and Edmonton show growth, highlighting opportunities for strategic investments in resilient and emerging markets.
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