Homes with a sense of place.
Hamilton & Burlington Real Estate
Stan Ivkovic, REALTOR® with Royal LePage State Realty, Brokerage — serving the Hamilton–Burlington corridor including Stoney Creek, Ancaster, Waterdown and Dundas.
Services
What I can help with
Buying, selling, and investing all come with moments where the honest answer isn't the comfortable one. A property that isn't worth the asking price. A listing that needs more time before it goes up. An investment that doesn't pencil out the way someone hoped. I'd rather have that conversation early than let you find out later.
Buying
Finding the right home in the right neighbourhood takes more than a search filter. I'll help you understand the market, move decisively when something good comes up, and avoid overpaying in a corridor I know deeply.
How I help buyersSelling
Pricing strategy, presentation, and negotiation — done right. I'll tell you what your home is worth in today's market and how to position it to attract serious buyers and the best possible outcome.
How I help sellersInvesting
Looking at income properties or long-term plays in Hamilton or Burlington? I work with a small number of investment clients who want straight numbers — including when something doesn't pencil out.
How I help investorsCommunities
Explore the Hamilton–Burlington corridor
Community
Ancaster
Avg ~$1.1M
A heritage village turned upscale Hamilton suburb, known for ravine lots, top-ranked schools, and one of the highest average sale prices in the region.
Community
Burlington
Avg $1.2M
A lakeside city between Hamilton and Oakville, known for its waterfront trail, top-ranked schools, and a downtown core that draws consistent buyer demand year-round.
Community
Dundas
Avg ~$899.0K
A picturesque valley town tucked into the Niagara Escarpment, prized for its walkable downtown, waterfalls, and tight-knit community feel.
Community
Hamilton
Avg $755.2K
A revitalized industrial city on the western tip of Lake Ontario, with the Niagara Escarpment carving through its core and some of the most diverse price points in the region.
Community
Stoney Creek
Avg $773.2K
A fast-growing community on Hamilton's east end, stretching from the Lake Ontario shoreline up the escarpment — with new builds, established neighbourhoods, and strong value at multiple price points.
Community
Waterdown
Avg ~$966.0K
A historic mill town at the edge of the Niagara Escarpment, now one of the fastest-growing communities between Hamilton and Burlington — popular with families and move-up buyers who want space without sacrificing access.
Listings
Featured & recent listings
Market Snapshot
Know what's happening in your market
Every month I publish a short report on average prices, inventory, and days on market across the Hamilton–Burlington corridor — so you always know what conditions actually look like before making a decision.
Most of what you'll find online is either outdated, averaged across regions too broad to be useful, or written to sound reassuring rather than accurate. These reports are different — specific to the communities I work in, written plainly, and published whether the market is moving in your favour or not.
Burlington Market Snapshot
May 2026
$1,205,121
Average price ▲ $160,141
658
Active listings ▲ 54
32
Avg. days on market
Burlington's average sale price jumped to $1,205,121 in May — up sharply year-over-year and from April — driven by a tight, low-inventory single-family market, even as townhouse and condo prices kept softening.
Testimonials
What clients say
“We interviewed three agents before listing our Ancaster home and Stan was the clear choice — his market knowledge of the area was on another level, and it showed in our final sale price.”
“Stan helped us find and evaluate two investment properties in Hamilton over the past few years, and walked us through the numbers honestly — including telling us when a property wasn't a good fit.”
“Stan made selling our Hamilton mountain home completely stress-free. His advice on pricing and presentation led to multiple offers within the first week — we couldn't have asked for a smoother process.”
“As first-time buyers, we had a lot of questions. Stan was patient, knowledgeable about every neighborhood we considered, and never once made us feel rushed into a decision.”
“After 30 years in our Dundas home, we had no idea where to start. Stan walked us through what to fix, what to skip, and priced it so we had multiple offers within days.”
“We looked at homes in Burlington for almost a year before working with Stan. He helped us figure out which neighbourhoods actually fit our budget and commute, and we were under contract within six weeks.”
From the Blog
Latest articles
Buying Tips
Best Hamilton-Burlington Neighbourhoods for Young Families
A realtor's guide to the best Hamilton-Burlington neighbourhoods for raising a family — schools, parks, commute times, and home prices compared.
Buying Tips
How Much Do You Need for a Down Payment in Ontario in 2026?
Down payment requirements in Ontario for 2026, explained — including CMHC insurance thresholds, the First Home Savings Account, and how it plays out in the Hamilton-Burlington market.
Buying Tips
How to Win a Bidding War in the Hamilton Market
Practical strategies for winning a bidding war in Hamilton's competitive housing market — from offer structure to working with the right agent.
Ready to make a move? Let's talk.
Whether you're exploring your options or ready to make a move, I'm happy to talk through what's possible — no pressure, no obligation.