Found 14 blog entries tagged as Durham Region Real Estate.

There has been a noticeable shift in the way Canadians think about where they spend their money.

More people are checking where products are made, choosing Canadian brands, shopping at independent stores and supporting businesses that employ people in their own communities.

But when it comes to one of the largest financial transactions most of us will ever make, there is another question worth asking:

Who owns the real estate brokerage you are hiring?

Dan Plowman Team Realty Inc., Brokerage is a local Canadian real estate brokerage based in Oshawa, Ontario. We live here, work here and have built our business around serving homeowners and homebuyers throughout Durham Region and the surrounding communities.

When you choose a local…

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The Greater Toronto Area housing market continued to tighten in July 2026 as the number of new listings declined and buyers faced increased competition for available homes. While prices remain below last year’s levels, the changing balance between sales and listings could be an early sign that the market is beginning to stabilize.

Here in Durham Region, July brought the typical summer slowdown in activity, with fewer sales and fewer new listings than June. The average sale price also moved lower month-over-month, but the numbers varied considerably between individual Durham municipalities.

GTA Market Conditions Continued to Tighten

GTA REALTORS® reported 5,995 home sales in July 2026, a slight 0.9% decrease compared with July 2025. However, new…

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June continued the positive momentum that has been building across the Greater Toronto Area, with home sales increasing sharply while new listings declined compared to last year. As inventory continues to be absorbed, market conditions are becoming more balanced, bringing increased competition among buyers and setting the stage for price stabilization in the months ahead.

GTA Market Insights

GTA REALTORS® reported 6,770 home sales in June 2026, up 9.4% compared to June 2025. At the same time, new listings declined to 17,282 (↓ 12.9% year-over-year), continuing the trend of tightening inventory that has characterized the spring market.

The average selling price reached $1,058,658, down 3.9% annually, while the MLS® HPI Composite benchmark declined…

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May continued the trend of strengthening market conditions across the Greater Toronto Area as sales increased and inventory tightened compared to last year. While buyers still benefited from improved affordability and negotiating power, declining inventory levels suggest that competition is beginning to increase in many neighbourhoods as we move deeper into the spring market.

GTA Market Insights

GTA REALTORS® reported 6,583 home sales in May 2026, up 6.3% compared to May 2025. At the same time, new listings declined to 17,698 (↓ 18.9% year-over-year), continuing the tightening trend that has emerged throughout the spring.

The average selling price came in at $1,069,700, down 4.6% annually, while the MLS® HPI Composite benchmark declined 6.7%…

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 Summer brings a different pace to the real estate market.

Families are balancing vacations, summer activities, school planning, and busy schedules, while also thinking about whether a move still makes sense this year.

As a result, many buyers and sellers find themselves asking the same questions.

Here are some of the most common conversations we're having across Durham Region this summer.

Should We Wait Until Fall?

This is one of the biggest questions we hear every summer.

Many people assume the market slows down in July and August and that waiting until September is the smarter move. Sometimes it is. Sometimes it isn't.

The reality is that there is no universally "best" season to move. The right timing depends on your goals,…

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April delivered another step toward a more active spring market across the Greater Toronto Area. Home sales increased year-over-year while the supply of new listings declined, tightening overall market conditions compared to last year. Buyers still benefited from negotiating power and improved affordability, but signs of increased competition began emerging in certain neighbourhoods and price points.

GTA Market Insights

GTA REALTORS® reported 5,946 home sales in April 2026, up 7% compared to April 2025. Meanwhile, new listings declined to 17,097 (↓ 9.3% year-over-year), contributing to tighter market conditions across the region.

The average selling price came in at $1,051,969, down 4.9% annually, while the MLS® HPI Composite benchmark declined…

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If you are thinking about selling, it helps to understand how buyers are making decisions right now.

The Durham Region real estate market is giving buyers more room to compare homes, take their time, and be selective. In February 2026, Durham Region recorded 454 sales, 1,129 new listings, an average price of $850,304, and an average of 26 days on market. That tells an important story. Buyers are still active, but they are not moving with the same urgency they did in a tighter market. They have more choices, and that is changing what stands out.

So what do Durham Region buyers want right now?

1. They want a home that feels properly priced

Buyers are watching pricing closely. With more listings on the market, they are comparing one property…

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March Break has a way of exposing things...

When routines change and everyone is home more than usual, small frustrations become obvious. Space feels tighter. Layout feels less functional. Storage suddenly matters more than it did in January.

For many families, March Break is when the quiet thought starts forming:

“Is this home still working for us?”

Here are a few things March Break tends to reveal.

 

Not Enough Space

When kids are home all week, dining tables become workstations, couches become gaming zones, and kitchens become command centres.

If your home feels crowded in March, it may not just be a temporary inconvenience. It may be a layout issue.

Square footage matters. But how space flows matters even more.

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Low inventory does not automatically mean your home will sell quickly or for top dollar. Even in a buyers market with fewer listings, buyers are selective. They compare homes carefully, analyze pricing, and move past properties that feel underprepared or overpriced.

If you are thinking about selling this year, standing out matters more than ever. Here is how to position your home properly when inventory is low and buyers are paying close attention.

First Impressions Matter More Than Ever

When there are fewer homes on the market, buyers spend more time evaluating each one. That means every detail is noticed before they even step inside.

Start with the exterior:

  • Clear snow and ice from walkways and driveways

  • Make sure outdoor…

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December wrapped up a challenging but stabilizing year across the Greater Toronto Area. While annual sales declined amid ongoing economic uncertainty, improved affordability and elevated inventory continued to give buyers negotiating power. With prices and mortgage rates trending lower throughout 2025, the groundwork is being laid for a potential recovery once consumer confidence strengthens.

GTA Market Insights
For the full year, GTA REALTORS® reported 62,433 home sales in 2025, down 11.2% compared to 2024. New listings rose to 186,753 (↑ 10.1%), while the annual average selling price came in at $1,067,968, down 4.7% year-over-year.

In December 2025 specifically, GTA REALTORS® reported 3,697 home sales, down 8.9% compared to December 2024. New…

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