Skipping a mortgage does not skip the legal process. Title still needs a search through ISC, a lawyer still closes the transaction, and legal fees, typically $800 to $1,500, still apply regardless of how the purchase is funded.
Stonebridge's mix of newer housing types and nearby big-box retail makes it one of Saskatoon's busiest entry points into the market, so comparables move quickly and a cash buyer benefits from the same current pricing check anyone else would use.
Paying cash removes financing conditions, but it does not remove the need for a proper valuation before you commit to a number. Get your hand-reviewed valuation from Joel Dyck.