Are you the parent of a child who will be attending the University of Guelph?
If so, there’s a trend in local real estate you may want to know more about.
“As we launch into 2026, there is a trend we see forming in the investment property market. Parent investors (investors purchasing for their child who attend the University of Guelph) have become a popular pool of buyers so far this year,” says REALTOR® Nick FitzGibbon.
Thanks in part to continued pressure on rental availability and rental rates, many parents are shifting gears from helping their child find a rental to working with a REALTOR® to explore purchasing options instead.
“From an investment standpoint, buying a property with the intent to hold it for years has always been a smart and lucrative strategy. To hold a property in an appreciating market can lead to financial gains while creating stability for a child’s housing situation during their time at the University of Guelph. Being the landlord guarantees your child will not be uprooted by a landlord who is looking to sell their unit or move into the property themselves. It also eliminates the fear of rent hikes or another big jump in the rental market,” he explains.
“All this while you are paying down your own property instead of paying the mortgage for someone else.”
If you are having trouble affording or finding a rental for your child, you might want to consider speaking with your mortgage specialist to see if purchasing may be a better strategy for your situation. FitzGibbon recommends speaking to Paul Gazzola of Guelph Mortgage Architects or Dylan Furlong of Champion Mortgage.
The following listings, for example, are currently available and may appeal to university parents and investors.
They’re strong options for buyers who are looking to invest in the Guelph real estate market while securing housing for a university student. Each property offers convenient access to student amenities, transit routes, and everyday essentials, depending on lifestyle needs and budget.
304–106 Bard Boulevard
https://nickfitzgibbon.com/property-listing/304-106-bard-blvd-guelph/
71–1035 Victoria Road South
https://nickfitzgibbon.com/property-listing/71-1035-victoria-road-south/
417–1882 Gordon Street
https://nickfitzgibbon.com/property-listing/417-1882-gordon-st-guelph/
60 Hasler Crescent
https://nickfitzgibbon.com/property-listing/60-hasler-crescent/
For more information about these properties and many others, visit Nick FitzGibbon’s Let’s Talk Real Estate or call 519-821-3600.
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Nick FitzGibbon is a trusted Guelph realtor specializing in residential real estate in Guelph and Centre Wellington. With a data-driven approach and deep local market knowledge, Nick helps buyers and sellers make confident, informed decisions in changing market conditions.
Nick is the Team Lead of the Let’s Talk Real Estate team, working alongside experienced real estate professionals including John Clark, Collette Aeschlimann, Dave Aubrey, Jessica Furmah, and Jeff Basso. Together, they provide comprehensive support throughout the buying and selling process across Guelph and Centre Wellington, ensuring every client receives personalized attention and expert advice.




