York Region Property Tax Guide

Property values are assessed by MPAC, not your city or the region.

MPAC assesses properties based on:

• Location

• Property size and type

• Age and condition

• Comparable sales in the area

Assessments are not updated every year, but tax bills may still change annually due to rate adjustments by municipalities and the region.

Two homes with the same market value can have very different tax bills depending on where they’re located.

Property tax differences are influenced by:

• Municipal tax rates

• Local service levels and infrastructure costs

• Population density

• Growth and development patterns

For example, more established or transit-heavy cities may have different tax structures than lower-density communities.

While exact amounts vary, here are general expectations for annual property taxes in York Region:

• Townhomes / Condos: Lower overall taxes due to lower assessed values

• Detached Homes: Moderate to higher tax bills depending on lot size and location

• Luxury or Estate Properties: Higher taxes tied to assessment value

As a rough planning range, many homeowners in York Region pay between 0.7% and 1.1% of their assessed value annually in property taxes. Actual rates vary by municipality and year.

For sellers, property taxes influence buyer perception and affordability.

Buyers often ask:

• “What are the annual taxes?”

• “Are taxes high compared to nearby areas?”

Homes with competitive tax levels can have an advantage, especially when buyers are comparing similar properties across different York Region communities.

Property tax rates differ across York Region municipalities, including:

• Markham

• Richmond Hill

• Vaughan

• Aurora

• Newmarket

• Whitchurch-Stouffville

• East Gwillimbury

• King Township

• Georgina

Each municipality sets its own rate based on local budgets and services, so two nearby towns can have noticeably different tax bills for similar homes.

Yes — homeowners can appeal their MPAC assessment if they believe it’s inaccurate.

Common reasons for appeals include:

• Incorrect square footage

• Errors in property details

• Overvaluation compared to similar homes

Appeals must be filed within specific timelines, and not all appeals result in reduced taxes. In some cases, assessments may increase if errors are corrected upward.

Property taxes can change over time due to:

• Municipal budget increases

• Infrastructure projects

• Transit expansion

• Growth and development

Newer communities may see gradual tax increases as services expand, while mature areas may experience steadier adjustments.

Long-term homeowners should plan for modest annual increases rather than expecting taxes to remain flat.

New construction homes often experience tax changes after purchase.

Important considerations:

• Initial tax bills may be based on land value only

• Reassessments occur after construction is completed

• Taxes typically increase once the home is fully assessed

Buyers of new builds should budget for future tax adjustments once MPAC updates the assessment.

Compared to many parts of the GTA, York Region property taxes are generally moderate, especially when factoring in infrastructure, schools, transit access, and municipal services.

Taxes may be higher than some rural areas but are often competitive with — or lower than — parts of Toronto when adjusted for property size and value.

Property taxes are just one piece of the overall cost of homeownership, but they’re an important one. Understanding how taxes vary by municipality and property type can help buyers make smarter decisions and sellers position their homes more effectively.

If you’re buying, selling, or comparing communities in York Region and want a clear breakdown of property taxes for a specific home or neighbourhood, local insight can make a real difference.

Feel free to reach out for a personalized breakdown or to compare property taxes across York Region communities.