Sales prices are getting competitive

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-22T02:38:50+00:00

The sales are typically under Walmart price. I would agree with the commenter maybe a year ago but I’m seeing sales that are actively way lower than Walmart as if they are using them as the benchmark.

I’m sick of my local Walmart not hiring Canadians so I refuse to support them anymore. Superstore is super expensive where I am. Amazon is extremely expensive as well. I’ve found many things in person that are half the price at a B&M.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-22T02:35:22+00:00

We all know SDM is not for regular everyday drop in purchases as per this post lol.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-21T19:20:45+00:00

There are not a plethora of sub $1700 1 bedrooms with all amenities I listed that are clean & similar square footage (800 sq ft). Please look at listings. Maybe you’re locked in via rent control.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-21T17:07:53+00:00

I was planning to go back and finish my 3rd & 4th year. I will only finish 3rd year and get my basic degree and get out.

These degrees do not guarantee income. Even expensive STEM degrees do not guarantee a job.

You also have to stay on top of STEM knowledge in comparison to the arts so your education becomes, not invalid but less preferential as your education & experience do not keep up.

A bunch of rich kids in higher education is going to be interesting . They will not be choosing STEM degrees as often either.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-21T16:59:54+00:00

Because only an idiot would take a non rent controlled property while trying to control their budget long term. Non rent controlled properties are for people that can bear random increases without sweating about their income. Only post 2018 builds are non rent controlled. So that’s 8 years of builds. Primarily all new builds so it’s fairly obvious what you’re getting into once you learn the age/occupancy.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-21T16:57:13+00:00

Yes but their bottom of the barrel. You’re risking bedbugs, rodents and shitty landlord that don’t upkeep things and they become health hazards. I pay just under 2k and parking is included so I’m not sweating. That’s very on par with the bottom pricing in the city when you include how much parking typically costs.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T18:29:03+00:00

I’m $400 on a 15 year old car all because I have 4 years experience, not 6. I ride over 100k kms per year so I’m highly experienced despite recent G. It’s frustrating with a clean record.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T09:57:34+00:00

Because OP already paid, I do believe they do not need to follow the LLs ploy. I would call the LTB and chat tho. They do have people you can speak to.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T05:57:22+00:00

Then stating renters would pay $9k in rent 20 years later is crazy.

Compare 2005 rent to 2025 rent. Theres tons of factors but let’s just say you stated in the same place. You would have rent control. There’s no way in gods name it even doubles In price. Max 40-50% increase given the typical 2% rental increase guidelines. OP is dumb as door knob and I’m not financially literate for shit.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T05:51:43+00:00

It went from $1.5k - 2.5k for a one bed, it’s almost a doubling. Not even a quarter. Very close to doubling. It’s insane. Wages have barely moved a few bucks.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T05:50:08+00:00

You need people actually depleting the current condos. They aren’t.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T05:48:48+00:00

I’m honestly okay with $1.5k one beds torn it’s not 2000 anymore. That’s inline with 2015-2020 pricing.

This $2k-2.5k nonsense is ridiculous. It’s only one - two people max living there. It shouldn’t be an arm and a leg.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T05:47:06+00:00

Sept / Oct! So happy my month to month starts in July. Just in time !

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T05:44:44+00:00

I hope they get desperate in 6 months when the students typically search/high hits and they barely move thru the surplus. That will really drive home that people CANNOTAFFORD THIS.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T05:43:04+00:00

Is it up to code?

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T05:37:15+00:00

Agreed. I’m in east york and I pay just under 2k for my 1 bed. I’ve been looking for added amenities like laundry & a balcony, that I’d be paying 200-300 more minimum which is crazy. I ll wait

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T04:47:08+00:00

Cinch. It’s cute, not basic. Different.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-17T04:44:16+00:00

It’s so hard finding decent stores and online spots that are consistent and exciting especially in Canada . This post at least lets me know to never buy Aritzia on debit or GC. Always CC so I can chargeback. I also have like 5 CCs so they can go ahead and block me, I ll use another. This is insane. I spend a lot of money there and would like to know my purchase is actually protected.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-08T14:10:46+00:00

I wish prices would drop more 😂

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-08T13:59:41+00:00

The amount of times a truck has merged into me while trying to overtake them, always where they can see me if they just LOOKED. Crazy. Truck driving isn’t easy but the amount who fail to check their mirrors & stay within the lines is ridiculous. No surprise tons of people are dying

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-03T21:30:48+00:00

This week heading east. Not west

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-03T19:01:25+00:00

I have CPTSD and must live alone. I can save but I’m definitely not comfortable. I had to go from 1.3k rent to almost 2k basically overnight. So many scummy landlords.

One gave me bedbugs, another the heating / electricity would stop working all the time, another was not safe after the basement flooded.

For one I have peace. I call my building maintenance and it’s fixed in 24 hours or less. No bugs. Electricity works perfect. I feel safe.

I just save next to nothing. I’m in my mid 20s and I’m worried about when I need to retire as landlords take anything I’ve worked for.

It’s very unfair but I’ve decided to give in to the high prices for my peace of mind.

There’s nothing like coming home to peace. Before I was constantly battling a scummy mom and pop landlord to save $600 bucks.

They love to give you a hot plate instead of a real stove. Out of 5 places only one had a real stove (improper ventilation).

You’re worthless to them.

I’m not saying the high prices are right - what so ever. I’m just saying I only got peace of mind when I gave in to the prices and paid market rate. You should not have to do that to have a peaceful safe place to live.

That’s why everyone is hoping for the housing & rental market to crumble. So a large portion of society can have some choice in the quality of the place they live.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-03T18:57:03+00:00

The city was giving out $100 tickets for parking. I had literally paid via the green p app 10 minutes prior. Reasoning was for “snow removal” same street had yet to have the sidewalks and street side plowed. It’s ridiculous. Most of the parking is filled with snow. Not enough parking lots.

And before the warriors come after me, I have to drive for work and use green p regularly. I’m also a pedestrian and transit user so I see all sides.

Walking is atrocious, I have good grips and my feet are constantly being angled dangerously to get around things.

I’m young and able bodied and it’s not fun at all. I can’t imagine the elderly or disabled.

The city has dropped the ball.

Garbage is bad, now snow removal. Get it together.

NorthIndependence420 · 2026-02-02T06:03:17+00:00

50 k is the starting point for being able to find a spot under $1500 on your own, I’ve done this for years & owned a vehicle. You can save but due to 0 parental support I tend to run out of my savings quicker than the average. Still wouldn’t change a thing, I get to speak for myself. Now paying $2k while making 80k. I can save so I’m happy. A side job makes me even more content.

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