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How to compare two pre-construction projects side by side

By Dinesh Jindal, licensed REALTOR®··1 min read
How to compare two pre-construction projects side by side

Two projects can look similar on the price list and be very different once you add up everything you will pay and wait for.

Build a comparison table

Project A Project B
Price
Size (sq ft) and how it is measured
Price per sq ft
Deposit total and schedule
Development charge cap
Parking / locker cost
Est. maintenance per sq ft
First tentative closing
Assignment fee

What to weigh

  • True cost: price plus parking, locker and capped closing charges.
  • Cash flow: a longer deposit schedule can matter more than a lower price.
  • Timing: a project closing two years later ties up your deposit longer.
  • Location: transit that exists today, schools, jobs and future supply nearby.
  • Builder: delay history, quality and warranty record.

Comparing layouts

Compare similar units: same bedroom count, similar size, similar floor and exposure. A small one-bedroom will always look expensive per square foot next to a larger two-bedroom.

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About the author

Dinesh Jindal is a licensed REALTOR® in Ontario with Hashtag Homes Real Estate Inc., Brokerage, helping first-time buyers, families and investors with pre-construction and resale homes across Toronto, Brampton, Mississauga, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham and the rest of the GTA. More about Dinesh

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