How Does MPAC
Measure Your Home?
4 things every Ontario buyer & homeowner must understand ↓
When you see a “2,000 sq ft” listing on MLS, do you know where that number comes from? Most buyers assume it’s the interior living space — but MPAC measures homes very differently. Here are 4 key points that can change how you interpret every listing.
Condo developer floor plans show “gross area” which includes exterior walls and sometimes a portion of common-element allocation. Net interior area is typically 10–15% smaller. Always ask the builder for the net square footage and compare it across projects — that’s the number that matters for livability.
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