Shopping for new homes in Whitby? In this post, we’ll give you tips for making the best choice. We’ll also fill you in on why Paradise Developments has been the builder of choice for millions of people throughout the Greater Toronto Area since 1972.
What To Look For When Shopping For New Homes In Whitby
Location
Given Whitby’s status as a large commuter suburb outside the Greater Toronto Area, real estate along key routes is highly sought-after. Our Whitby development is within close proximity to GO Transit as well as Highways 401 and 407. This prime location offers easy access to other cities in Durham Region and the Greater Toronto Area. Can’t get much better than that location-wise!
House Quality
Elsewhere in the Greater Toronto Area (such as Mississauga), the price of even modest homes is skyrocketing. While Durham Region has shown solid growth, things aren’t quite as frothy here yet. That means you can find new homes for sale in Whitby starting from the $500,000s, whereas something similar in Toronto would cost many millions.
Should Whitby’s trend of development and economic growth continue, as it’s expected to, these properties may prove to be an even better deal than they appear right now.
Buy New
New build homes in Whitby are generally considered to be a better bargain than older properties. Upsides include access to new roads and the ability to choose exactly what amenities you want. At Paradise Developments, our offerings include your choice of exterior colors on both townhomes and fully detached residences.
Plus, you’ll save quite a bit of money on maintenance and have the convenience of addressing any defects directly with the builder. New homes are built to current Ontario Building Code regulations, which are constantly updated to ensure safety and quality.
To add to the list of benefits, it’s often easier to secure financing for new homes rather than old ones. At Paradise Homes, we provide assistance with the financing process, whereas when buying an old home from its owner, you are left to deal with that yourself.
Downpayment requirements also tend to be less stringent when buying new build homes.
Reputable Builders
When shopping for new builds in Whitby, you want to be sure you deal with a reputable builder. Our new townhomes in Whitby are just one of many developments we’ve embarked on in the Greater Toronto Area since 1972.
In our nearly 50 years of doing business, we’ve built several thousand homes for millions of satisfied customers. This reputation is hard to beat when searching for your forever home.
Interested In Our New Homes In Whitby?
Wondering what makes our new homes for sale in Whitby so sought-after? We invite you to come and see for yourself! Visitor our presentation centre near the corner of Highways 4017 and 412; 4120 Coronation Road Whitby, ON L1P 1Y3, to be exact.
Contact us at 416-434-5992 to arrange a model home tour and learn more about our new builds in Whitby and other parts of the Greater Toronto Area.
Find Paradise Developments in These Other Cities
Whitby is one of many great cities in the GTA. You can also find our developments in these locations:
Here are some useful facts about Whitby to help you better understand your new neighbourhood.
It’s Named After Whitby, Yorkshire In England
Whitby was surveyed in 1792 by the British. They proceeded to name several regions (including Whitby, York, and Scarborough) after towns in Britain.
This British heritage can still be seen in the designs of Whitby’s historic buildings.
Whitby’s Median Household Income Is Significantly Higher Than
Elsewhere In Ontario
Whitby has a median household income of $84,000. That’s significantly more than Ontario’s overall median household income of just over $74,000. Combined with Whitby’s lower cost of living, this makes the town a great place to live.
Whitby Is Among Canada’s Top 100 Places
According to Macleans, Whitby ranks among Canada’s top 100 places to live. It places top among other Durham Region municipalities thanks to great weather, a strong sense of community, and many amenities for residents to enjoy.
It Was The Site Of A Secret WWII Training School
During World War II, the British set up Camp X in Whitby. The institution was opened in 1941 with the intention of covertly training agents for service in the war. By 1969, the buildings had been removed and a monument currently stands on the site.
Fun fact about this site: it’s believed that Ian Fleming, author of the James Bond books, trained at or at least visited Camp X. Some believe he even got the inspiration for the name “James Bond” from St. James-Bond United Church in Toronto.
Whitby Is Easily-Accessible
Highways 401, 407, and 412 all run through Whitby. This offers easy access to several other municipalities as well as routes leading to the United States. In addition to making individual travel convenient, this centrality has made Whitby home to offices for a number of major international companies, including:
