218-2550 Castlegate Crossing, Pickering, ON
Duffin Heights, Pickering · MLS® E13455118
About this home
Bright, upgraded, and rarely offered end-unit townhome in the desirable NuTowns community featuring over 1,300 sq.ft. of stylish, low-maintenance living space with 2 large bedrooms, 2 full upper bathrooms, a main floor powder room, and a private driveway and attached garage with 2 parking spaces. Filled with natural light from east and north exposures, additional end-unit windows brighten the interior living spaces as well as the garage level, creating a warm and airy feel throughout. Featuring 9-ft ceilings, new flooring on the upper level, refinished wooden upper staircase, upgraded railings with iron pickets, and custom roller blinds, this home is designed for modern living. The upgraded kitchen offers quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large center island, and ample cabinetry, opening into spacious living and dining areas ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The upper level includes a bright primary bedroom with walk-in closet and private ensuite, plus a second full bathroom with upgraded glass shower door. Direct garage access and a parkette directly across the home add everyday convenience. Carefree living is enhanced with maintenance fees covering snow removal, landscaping, window cleaning, and exterior upkeep. Conveniently located close to schools, parks, trails, shopping, restaurants, transit, and highways 401, 407, and 412.This move-in ready home is an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, young families, or anyone seeking turnkey living in a well-connected community.
Key facts
- Property type
- Condo Townhouse, 3-Storey
- MLS®
- E13455118
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 3 (1 half)
- Size
- 1200-1399
- Cross streets
- Brock Rd & Rossland Rd W
- Parking
- 1 garage · 2 parking (built-in)
- Basement
- None
- Heating
- Forced Air
- A/C
- Central Air
- Exterior
- Brick
- Maintenance
- $424/mo
- Exposure
- East
- Property tax
- $5,076 / 2025
- Days on market
- 30
- Listing brokerage
- HOMELIFE NEW WORLD REALTY INC.
Rooms
centre island · stone counters · stainless steel appl
walk-in closet(s) · 4 pc ensuite · large window
double closet · large window · carpet free
large window · laminate · open concept
large window · w/o to balcony · east view
Listed at $499,000, this home is about 28% below comparable homes, worth a close look. The number above is my independent estimate of value, not the asking price.
Based on 5 similar homes nearby, adjusted for size, beds, and baths.Median of 5 comparable active listings, adjusted for size, beds, and baths. The city (MPAC) assessment points to about $655K, a close match.
How I got there
Here is the exact math behind the estimate. I start from the closest comparable listing and adjust for the real differences (size, beds, baths) to land on a like-for-like value for this home.
- Closest comparable, listed at $650K
- Bedrooms −$30K
- Adjusts to $620K
That comparable adjusts to $620K; the $689K estimate above is the median of all 5 comparables, which is steadier than any single home.This uses comparable active listings, not sold prices. Lot, condition, and finishes are my in-person call, and I can run a full CMA with recent solds.
On location, it is moderately walkable, so some daily errands are within reach and for the rest you will likely drive. Brock Road Southbound @ Dersan is about a 2-minute walk away.
Total price vs nearby homes. Fair value about $689K, median of 5 comparables.
What the listing highlightsThese are claims from the listing. The only way to know for sure is to see it in person, and I am happy to book you a private showing.
- Primary suite: a key comfort and resale feature.
- Transit / schools nearby: convenience and resale support, verify the exact distances and school catchment.
- Lifestyle
- Value driver
The closest active listings by size, beds, and price, so you can see what this home is up against.
The 5 closest of 6 active listings nearby.
See all comparable homesThis home lists 27% below the area average of $525/sqft.
14 days faster than the Pickering average (44 days).
View comparable listingsPrice per square foot vs the area average.
Neighbourhood & location
Duffin Heights, Pickering, ON
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Getting around
WalkableA walkability read built from the amenities around this home: how close the nearest transit stop is, and how many grocery, dining, park, and pharmacy destinations fall within a 15-minute walk. It is a guide, not a guarantee. Places data from Google.
Many errands can be done on foot; a car still helps.
🚉 Nearest transit: Brock Road Southbound @ Dersan, about 128 m away
Within a 15-minute (1.5 km) walk.
How asking prices compare in the closest areas to this home. Longer bars mean a pricier market.
Typical asking price of active listings of the same type, per area (outliers removed). Pickering.
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Affordability & Mortgage
Income needed assumes a ~32% GDS ratio; weekly is mortgage principal & interest only. Price ÷ income is the home price over the income needed. Fixed reference assumptions so listings compare on equal footing, not a lending decision.
Calculate and customize your mortgage and other expenses
Adjust the down payment, rate, and amortization, and add property tax, condo fees, and heating to see your true monthly cost.
Your numbers
Conventional (20%+ down). Best insured 5-year fixed 3.99% via Ratehub.ca (as of July 17, 2026); conventional rates run a little higher.
Mortgage amount $399,200 · 4.14% over 25 years
Total monthly cost
- Mortgage payment (monthly equivalent)
- $2,130
- Property tax
- $423
- Condo / maintenance fees
- $424
- Heating
- $0
- Estimated monthly cost
- $2,977
Add your own property tax, condo fees, and heating on the left for a sharper total.
One-time closing costs
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $6,455
- Estimated closing costs
- $6,455
Plus your down payment of $99,800. Legal fees, title insurance, and adjustments are extra and vary by deal.
Mortgage stress test
Lenders qualify you at the greater of your rate plus 2% or 5.25%. You do not pay this rate. It just shows you could still handle payments if rates rose, so aim to stay comfortable at this higher number.
Over the full 25 years
At the end of your 5-year term
- Total paid over the term
- $127,817
- Principal paid down
- $50,838
- Interest paid
- $76,979
- Balance remaining
- $348,362
Talk to Team Asgarian about your options
Rates and programs change often. We will connect you with a trusted mortgage professional and build a plan that fits your budget and goals.
Estimates only, not a mortgage quote or pre-approval. Figures use Canadian semi-annual compounding, current minimum down-payment rules, CMHC premium tiers, and Ontario (plus Toronto, when selected) land transfer tax. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and closing costs vary by lender and property. Confirm every number with your mortgage professional.
Investor snapshot
Thinking of this home as an investment? We will pull real comparable rents and run the full numbers with you.
Talk about the numbersEstimates only. Rent is modelled on above-grade size and local norms, so a finished basement or second suite (a separate entrance often means one) can push real rent well above this. Taxes, fees, and vacancy vary by property, and cap rate is before financing. A starting point, not a final number, let us run the real ones with you.
Helpful resources
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. For personal, non-commercial use only. Listing courtesy of HOMELIFE NEW WORLD REALTY INC.. MLS®/PropTx.