Durham Region Housing Market Update – February 2026

A clear breakdown of February’s housing numbers, and what they mean for buyers, sellers, and investors in Durham Region.

What the Latest Sales Statistics Mean for Buyers and Sellers

The February 2026 housing market statistics for Durham Region are now available, and they continue to show a market that is active, increasingly balanced, and driven more by strategy than urgency.

Sales activity improved across several towns compared to January, which is typical as the market begins its gradual build toward the spring season. At the same time, inventory levels remain healthy, giving buyers more choice and keeping pricing disciplined.

The Sales-to-New-Listings Ratio (SNLR) remains one of the clearest ways to understand who currently holds the advantage in each market.

(SNLR measures how many homes sold compared to how many new listings came to market.)
 

Market Snapshot – February 2026

Durham Region Housing Market at a Glance

Pickering – 72 sales | Avg Price $906,407 | SNLR 33.49%
Ajax – 60 sales | Avg Price $861,850 | SNLR 42.55%
Whitby – 103 sales | Avg Price $928,656 | SNLR 46.82%
Oshawa – 127 sales | Avg Price $712,618 | SNLR 48.66%
Clarington – 64 sales | Avg Price $798,206 | SNLR 34.41%
Uxbridge – 12 sales | Avg Price $1,333,667 | SNLR 30.00%

The numbers above provide a quick overview. Below is a deeper breakdown of what these statistics mean for buyers and sellers in each Durham Region community.

 

The 30-Second Summary

Durham Region is not a single market – conditions vary by city or town

Several municipalities remain buyer-leaning, while others are balanced

No town or city is currently in a clear seller’s market

Sales activity increased compared to January in several areas

SNLR continues to show who has the advantage

 

Understanding Market Balance (Simple Definitions)

Buyer’s Market: SNLR below 40%

Balanced Market: SNLR between 40–60%

Seller’s Market: SNLR above 60%

 

February 2026 Market Insights by Town or City
 

Pickering – February 2026

Pickering – Buyer’s Market

SNLR: 33.49%

Pickering recorded 72 sales and 215 new listings, keeping the market firmly in buyer-favouring territory.

Inventory levels remain elevated with 321 active listings, giving buyers more choice and negotiating power.

The average price was $906,407, slightly lower than $942,815 in February 2025, reflecting more cautious buyer behaviour and increased supply.

What this means:
Buyers have leverage. Sellers who price strategically and present their homes well can still attract strong interest.
 

Ajax – February 2026
 

Ajax – Balanced Market

SNLR: 42.55%

Ajax recorded 60 sales and 141 new listings, placing it within balanced market conditions.

Inventory rose to 192 active listings, creating a market where both buyers and sellers have opportunities.

The average price was $861,850, though monthly price changes can fluctuate depending on the mix of homes sold.

What this means:
Balanced conditions reward realistic pricing and strong marketing. Buyers have options but must still act decisively on well-priced homes.
 

Whitby – February 2026

Whitby – Balanced Market

SNLR: 46.82%

Whitby recorded 103 sales and 220 new listings, placing the town comfortably within balanced territory.

Inventory increased to 289 active listings, offering buyers more selection than earlier in the year.

The average price was $928,656, slightly lower than $987,834 in February 2025.

What this means:
Whitby remains one of the most stable markets in Durham Region, where accurate pricing and strong presentation continue to drive results.
 

Oshawa – February 2026

Oshawa – Balanced Market

SNLR: 48.66%

Oshawa recorded 127 sales and 261 new listings, keeping the city firmly within balanced conditions.

Inventory remained high at 396 active listings, the highest among Durham municipalities.

The average price was $712,618, lower than $769,938 in February 2025, but slightly higher than January.

What this means:
Balanced conditions favour buyers who are prepared and sellers who price realistically.

 

Clarington – February 2026

Clarington – Buyer’s Market

SNLR: 34.41%

Clarington recorded 64 sales and 186 new listings, placing the market back into buyer-favouring territory.

Inventory increased to 253 active listings, giving buyers more choice.

The average price was $798,206, an improvement from January but still below $899,845 in February 2025.

What this means:
Buyers have negotiating room, and sellers benefit from pricing accurately from the start.

Uxbridge – February 2026

Uxbridge – Buyer’s Market

SNLR: 30.00%

Uxbridge recorded 12 sales and 40 new listings, placing it clearly within buyer-favouring conditions.

The average price reached $1,333,667, though the small number of transactions means prices can vary significantly depending on the homes sold.

What this means:
Uxbridge remains a small but active market, where individual transactions can influence monthly statistics.

What These Numbers Tell Us Overall

February’s SNLR data reinforces several key trends across Durham Region.

The market is more balanced than during the peak pandemic years, but it remains active.

Buyers have more choice and negotiating power due to higher inventory levels.

Sellers can still achieve strong results when pricing aligns with current market conditions.

And perhaps most importantly, each town behaves differently, meaning local knowledge matters more than regional averages.

 

Looking Ahead

As we move closer to the spring market, both buyer activity and new listings typically increase.

If demand rises faster than inventory, some markets could tighten toward balanced or even seller-leaning conditions. If listings continue growing at the current pace, buyer-leaning conditions may persist.

The key takeaway for February 2026 is simple:

Success in today’s market comes from preparation, pricing, and understanding local conditions.

 

Stay Updated

I share monthly Durham Region housing market updates on my blog, with clear explanations and town-by-town insights so you can stay informed without digging through complicated reports.

Read last month’s market update here:
Durham Region Housing Market Update – January 2026

 

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Brian Kondo
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The Brian Kondo Real Estate Team
Re/Max Hallmark First Group Realty Ltd.
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