Durham Region Real Estate Market Update

Updated May 2026

What Buyers and Sellers Can Expect This Year

Durham Region continues attracting buyers looking for more space, affordability, and value compared to many GTA markets.

Communities throughout Durham remain popular among families, first-time buyers, and commuters looking to balance lifestyle and affordability.

Durham Region Market Snapshot

Powerful Knowledge

• Inventory levels have improved across many Durham communities
• Buyers have more options and flexibility
• Detached homes remain popular among families
• Affordability continues driving migration from Toronto and York Region
• Townhomes and condos remain strong entry points for first-time buyers

Average Home Prices in Durham Region

Typical price ranges:

  • Detached homes: $850K – $1.4M+
  • Townhomes: $700K – $950K
  • Condos: $500K – $750K

Markets vary significantly depending on proximity to transit, highways, and amenities.

Inventory Levels and Housing Supply

Durham buyers are benefiting from:

  • More listings available
  • Less aggressive bidding conditions
  • Greater ability to include conditions in offers
  • More time to evaluate properties

Properly priced homes continue to attract strong activity.

Popular Durham Region Communities

Popular communities include:

  • Brooklin
  • Whitby
  • Oshawa
  • Courtice
  • Ajax
  • Pickering
  • Port Perry

Each offers different advantages depending on commute, budget, and lifestyle.

Durham Region Real Estate Outlook

Durham Region continues to benefit from affordability relative to Toronto and York Region.

Many buyers continue expanding their search eastward in pursuit of more space and better overall value.

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This website may only be used by consumers that have a bona fide interest in the purchase, sale, or lease of real estate of the type being offered via the website. The data relating to real estate on this website comes in part from the MLS® Reciprocity program of the PropTx MLS®. The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed to be accurate.