Whats happening in the Durham Region?
Here is a summary of the change in Median Price.
Let’s zoom in on the Durham Region
Durham’s telling a slightly different story than the rest of the GTA — and in some ways, it’s standing out.
👉🏼2,583 active listings in April — a big increase, giving buyers more selection.
Inventory levels are at their highest in April for the first time since at least 2004.
👉🏼 Median Sales price: $855K
👉🏼 Most listings are priced between $700K and $1.25M — especially detached homes.
While GTA overall is leaning toward a buyer’s market, Durham still feels seller-friendly.
So, Are homes still selling?
Yes — at least they were during the month of April 2025.
–Homes sold for 99% of list price on average in Durham.
–42.6% sold over asking — especially well-staged, well-priced homes under $1M.
–Median days on market is just 14 (average is 22).
-Total sales volume across Durham was just under $8.9B in the past 12 months.
That’s a clear sign that buyers are still active, just being a lot pickier. They have the upper hand in negotiations, but they’re not wasting time when something feels right.
📍What Buyers Should Know
–You have more options. Inventory is high, so there’s less pressure to rush — and way more breathing room than last year.
–You’ve got leverage. The sales-to-new-listings ratio is just 30%, which means it’s totally normal to negotiate on price and conditions.
–Affordability is slowly improving. Lower rates and slightly lower prices are helping make monthly payments more manageable.
–Do your homework. Some sellers still think it’s 2021. Compare recent sales, not just list prices. And avoid stale listings that have been sitting too long — there’s usually a reason.
🧭 What Sellers Should Know
–Competition is fierce. We’re at a 29-year high for listings in the GTA — that means standing out is harder than ever.
–Pricing is key. Most homes are now selling for about 1% below asking, and the average days on market is up to 33 days.
–Different properties = different stories. Detached homes are holding up a bit better, but every segment is seeing fewer sales.
–Strategy matters more than ever. This is the time to invest in staging, professional marketing, and smart pricing. The days of “list it and wait for a bidding war” are behind us — at least for now.
Durham Region Key Performance Indicators
SO, what’s Next?
If rates stay low and consumer confidence rebounds (especially if trade improves with the U.S.), we could see a late-spring or summer bump. But for now? It’s all about being strategic, realistic, and patient.
Buyers — you’ve got time and power.
Sellers — you need to stand out and price smart.
And if you’re not sure where you fit into all this? That’s what we are here for.
Let’s chat — I’ll help you figure out your next move.
