H&T Real Estate Team

09/05/2026

Wishing everyone across Stratford and area a safe and happy Labour Day long weekend! 🇨🇦

Labour Day is more than the unofficial end of summer. It is an opportunity to recognize Canada’s early leadership in the North American labour movement—and the rights many of us now take for granted.

In 1872, Toronto printing workers went on strike demanding a nine-hour workday. Thousands marched in their support, helping bring about the legal recognition of trade unions in Canada. This happened ten years before the first recognized American Labor Day parade. In 1894, Labour Day officially became a national holiday in both countries.

Canada’s labour standards have continued to distinguish us in North America. While protections vary by province and industry, Canadian workers generally benefit from statutory paid vacation, public holidays, job-protected parental leave and termination notice or compensation—protections that are not guaranteed nationally to the same extent in the United States.

Here in Stratford, generations of railway, manufacturing, furniture and agricultural workers helped build our city and local economy. This weekend, we recognize their contribution and the progress made by working people across Canada.

Enjoy the long weekend, Stratford!

09/04/2026

NEW PRICE | 185 Strachan Street, Stratford
Now offered at $499,900

Incredible value in a quiet, established South End location. This move-in-ready 2-bedroom bungalow offers easy one-floor living on a generous corner lot, complete with a detached garage, private driveway, and room to enjoy the outdoors.

A new heat pump (2025), bright interior, and convenient access to parks, shopping, golf, schools, and downtown Stratford make this an exceptional opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors.

MLS® X13565442
Mark Thibeault | William Thibeault | Barb Hiller Thibeault
Royal LePage Hiller Realty

09/03/2026

SOLD | 21 MARKET PL. STRATFORD.

21 Market Place, known as The Herald Building, is officially sold to new ownership.

Built in 1890 for William S. Dingman and designed by architect Joseph Kilburn, the building became home to The Stratford Herald and has remained an important part of Stratford’s downtown story for more than 130 years.

Today, the Herald Building stands as one of Stratford’s most prominent and visually impressive architectural buildings, with its distinctive façade, scale and character making it a true landmark within the downtown core.

The new ownership recognizes both the history and the potential of this remarkable property and is excited about the opportunity to return 21 Market Place and the Herald Building to its full potential as it begins its next chapter.

Congratulations to the new owners. We are excited to see what comes next for this very special Stratford property.

08/10/2026

Call for a private viewing!

08/08/2026

OPEN HOUSE TODAY 1 PM to 2:30 PM

58 Kemp Crescent Stratford Ontario

Hosted by Mark Thibeault

07/12/2026

🏡 FOR SALE | 18 Somerset Street, Stratford

$525,000
MLS® X13542472

Move-in ready and ideally located on a quiet street in one of Stratford’s mature neighbourhoods, just a 15-minute walk from the downtown core.

This charming detached bungalow offers:

🛏 2+1 bedrooms
🛁 2 bathrooms
✨ Bright, comfortable main-floor living
🍽 Functional kitchen with island seating
🛠 Fully finished lower level with recreation room
🚗 Detached garage and parking for five vehicles
🌿 Landscaped yard, back deck and pergola
🏠 Low-maintenance composite front porch
🔑 Vacant with immediate possession available

An excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers or anyone looking for a well-maintained home close to downtown Stratford.

📞 Contact H&T Real Estate to arrange your private showing.

Mark Thibeault | 519-276-0352
Barb Hiller Thibeault | 519-276-0308
William Thibeault | 519-276-0918

Royal LePage Hiller Realty, Brokerage

07/09/2026

🏢 RARE MULTI-RESIDENTIAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY IN STRATFORD

💰 $3,399,000
🏷️ MLS® X13539418

Investment opportunities like this rarely become available.

Welcome to 98 William Street—an exceptional 18-unit apartment building located in one of Stratford's most desirable residential rental neighbourhoods. This is a turnkey investment offering stable cash flow, long-term tenant retention, and meaningful upside potential.

Property Highlights:

✅ 18 residential suites
✅ Passenger elevator servicing all floors
✅ 12 underground + 8 surface parking spaces
✅ On-site laundry
✅ Fibre optic internet
✅ Mix of one and two-bedroom suites
✅ Several updated kitchens, bathrooms, and flooring

🔨 Major capital improvements have already been completed, including:

• New exterior balconies (2026)
• Roof replacement (2014)
• Boiler replacement (2017)
• Updated patio doors throughout
• Well-maintained mechanical and elevator systems

With significant capital expenditures already addressed, investors can focus on increasing net operating income as suites transition to market rents.

📍 Located within walking distance of downtown Stratford, shopping, restaurants, parks, and the renowned Stratford Festival, this property combines a premier location with long-term investment fundamentals.

📑 A comprehensive due diligence package, including financial statements, rent roll, leases, and supporting documentation, is available to qualified purchasers.

📞 Contact Mark Thibeault
H&T Real Estate | Royal LePage Hiller Realty
Your Team in Real Estate

05/27/2026

NEW COMMERCIAL LEASE OPPORTUNITY IN STRATFORDS BEST PLAZA
Position your business alongside eight active and successful tenants, including Stratford's well-established Swiss Chalet anchor location, within one of the city's most recognized and high-traffic commercial centres - locally known as the Swiss Chalet Plaza. This approximately 1,974 sq. ft. commercial unit offers exceptional exposure, excellent accessibility, ample on-site parking, and a flexible layout suitable for a wide range of business uses. Offered at $24.00 per sq. ft. plus additional rent/CAM of $8.00 per sq. ft., this opportunity is ideal for businesses seeking strong daily traffic, high visibility, and a proven retail location. Contact your REALTOR today for additional information or to arrange a private viewing.
CONTACT MARK THIBEAULT 5192760352
MLS

05/23/2026

Saturdays are for Real Estate Investors.

Because portfolios aren’t built overnight. They’re built one weekend, one decision, and one opportunity at a time.

Today’s commercial real estate market has created a window many haven’t seen in years. Pricing pressure, changing expectations, motivated sellers, creative financing, and new inventory are creating opportunities for everyone — from first-time commercial buyers to seasoned investors looking to expand their portfolios.

Some will wait for headlines to tell them it’s safe.

Others will recognize that portfolios are often built during periods of uncertainty.

Because building wealth through commercial real estate doesn’t happen overnight. It happens Saturday to Saturday. One property. One decision. One move at a time.

Now picture this:

Five years from now, it’s a quiet Saturday morning. You’re sitting at your favourite vacation property, coffee in hand, enjoying the lifestyle you once planned for. Not wondering whether you should have invested in 2026 — but appreciating that you did.

The decisions you make today can create the freedom you enjoy tomorrow.

Move now. Relax later.

Thinking about your first commercial investment or adding another asset to your portfolio? Reach out to me. I’m always happy to talk strategy, opportunities, and where today’s market may create advantages for tomorrow.

Mark Thibeault
H&T Real Estate Team | Royal LePage Hiller Realty
519-276-0352

05/23/2026

Another Stratford hospitality landmark is ready for its next chapter.

Across Ontario, a noticeable shift is happening. More restaurant and hospitality businesses are coming to market as operators navigate rising costs, labour pressures, ownership transitions and changing consumer habits.

But periods of transition often create opportunity.

At 34 Brunswick Street, Stratford, this is much more than a restaurant sale. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully built hospitality asset in one of Ontario's most established tourism and dining destinations.

Two professionally designed restaurant concepts under one roof. Multiple bars and patios. Chef-driven theatre. Approx. 210 licensed seats. Years of planning, design and infrastructure already completed.

In today's environment, construction costs, permit delays and build-out risk can become major barriers to entry. Opportunities like this allow buyers to step directly into a sophisticated hospitality platform that would be difficult and expensive to recreate today.

Stratford continues to benefit from tourism, theatre traffic, destination dining and a vibrant downtown core. The next great hospitality success story may already be built — it may simply be waiting for its next operator or owner.

Who do you think writes the next chapter?

MLS® X12703916
Asking Price: $2,249,000
Listed by: Mark Thibeault & William Thibeault
Royal LePage Hiller Realty

Royal Lepage Hiller Realty
Residential � Commercial � Investment
City of Stratford and the region of Huron Perth Counties