DLD Real Estate

06/08/2026

Fifth month in a row where TRREB’s average sale price and number of homes SOLD is higher than the previous month. Predictions are that the market will be tighter in the second half of the year. Prices continue to drop as Sellers chase down the market. Those who list with an aggressive price are reaping the benefits.

04/20/2026

We're a quarter into 2026 and the TRREB average sale price continues to climb month over month as spring arrives. Builders are already lowering prices on stagnant inventory following the HST rebate announcement, putting pressure on nearby Sellers. Low Buyer confidence persists due to global economic strains, but first-time home buyers are capitalizing on stable rates and discounted prices. Some Sellers, however, hold onto lofty expectations, echoing the frenzy of the Covid peak.

04/05/2026

Happy Easter 🐣

03/14/2026

03/14/2026

GTA Housing Market Update: What Buyers Need to Know. The GTA housing market has been a buyer’s paradise for months, with falling prices, low mortgage rates & plenty of inventory. However, recent data indicates this trend may be reversing. Prices rose in February, marking the first monthly gain since September 2025. Agents report increased showings & multiple-offer situations, while new listings remain low. Mortgage rates, tied to bond yields, are rising due to global economic uncertainty. The market may be bottoming out, with prices stabilizing & inventory tightening. Buyers should expect more competition & higher prices this spring. Those who are prepared & financially ready may find opportunities before the market takes off.

02/10/2026

Sales prices keep dropping month over month for all home types, following an ongoing trend. Economic uncertainty lingers, dampening buyer confidence and market outlook. The disparity between seller price expectations and buyer willingness to pay persists. With more listings expected in spring, the inventory surge will likely maintain downward pressure on prices.

01/21/2026

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01/16/2026

The trend continues with the average sale price for all home types dropping for the 3rd consecutive month.

Many listings were either suspended, expired or terminated prior to the holidays yet only a portion of these have made their way back to the market.

There is an 8 week window where there will be less competition for the motivated sellers who remain on the market. March is the usually the start to the spring market and those waiting to list will probably face more competition as the existing listings will still be there plus all the new listings. There is still enough to go around for the few buyers looking. Yet those who are hoping for more price drops and more volume are probably ok to wait until spring.

12/15/2025

Average sale prices showed significant variation across regions, with some experiencing double-digit increases and others notable declines. However, because each region had very low sales volumes, even a single high- or low-value transaction can dramatically shift the average.

Haliburton down 13%
Kawartha Lakes down 7.9%
Muskoka up 17.2%
Parry Sound up 0.2%
Simcoe County up 20%

📌 Number of Cottages Sold (YoY % Change)
Sales activity declined across all five regions, ranging from –16% to –41%. This indicates a clear cooling in overall buyer activity compared to last year. High borrowing costs, economic uncertainty, and seasonal trends may be contributing factors. The consistent drop in transactions suggests a more cautious buyer pool and potentially tighter inventory conditions in certain markets.

Haliburton down 33%
Kawartha Lakes down 17%
Muskoka down 18%
Parry Sound down 17%
Simcoe County down 41%

November 2025 shows a cottage market divided by region, with tight supply and low sales volumes driving selective buyer behaviour. Pricing strategy and inventory positioning are crucial for sellers, while buyers in constrained regions must act decisively to secure properties. The data suggests that premium markets remain resilient, while value-oriented markets rely on realistic pricing to stimulate activity.