Durham Region Housing Market Update – March 2026

Durham Region Housing Market Update – March 2026

What the Latest Sales Statistics Mean for Buyers and Sellers

The March 2026 housing market statistics for Durham Region are now available, and they show a market that is continuing to shift toward more balanced – and in some areas, buyer-favouring – conditions.

Sales activity increased in several municipalities as we moved further into the early spring market. However, inventory also rose across the region, giving buyers more choice and reducing the sense of urgency that defined previous years.

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 – March 2026

Durham Region Housing Market at a Glance

• Pickering – 102 sales | Avg Price $931,827 | SNLR 34.23%
• Ajax – 93 sales | Avg Price $857,526 | SNLR 48.19%
• Whitby – 142 sales | Avg Price $863,471 | SNLR 51.26%
• Oshawa – 159 sales | Avg Price $716,411 | SNLR 39.16%
• Clarington – 99 sales | Avg Price $821,371 | SNLR 37.64%
• Uxbridge – 22 sales | Avg Price $1,030,470 | SNLR 38.60%

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 continues to move toward more balanced conditions overall - the SNLR for the whole Region of Durham was 40.61%
• Several municipalities are now clearly buyer-leaning
• Whitby and Ajax remain more balanced compared to other areas
• Inventory increased across all major markets
• SNLR continues to highlight where opportunities exist

Understanding Market Balance (Simple Definitions)

• Buyer’s Market: SNLR below 40%
• Balanced Market: SNLR between 40–60%
• Seller’s Market: SNLR above 60%

 March 2026 Market Insights by Town or City
 

Pickering – March 2026

Pickering – Buyer’s Market
SNLR: 34.23%

Pickering recorded 102 sales and 298 new listings, keeping the market firmly in buyer-favouring territory.

Inventory remains elevated with 377 active listings, giving buyers more choice and negotiating flexibility.

The average price was $931,827, down from $964,971 in March 2025, reflecting more balanced conditions and increased supply.

What this means:
Buyers continue to have leverage. Sellers need to price strategically and present their homes well to stand out.
 

Ajax – March 2026

Ajax – Balanced Market
SNLR: 48.19%

Ajax recorded 93 sales and 193 new listings, keeping it within balanced territory.

Inventory rose to 203 active listings, providing a healthier selection for buyers compared to earlier in the year.

The average price was $857,526, down from $916,037 in March 2025.

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

Whitby – March 2026

Whitby – Balanced Market
SNLR: 51.26%

Whitby recorded 142 sales and 277 new listings, maintaining a stable, balanced market.

Inventory increased slightly to 297 active listings, continuing to offer solid choice for buyers.

The average price was $863,471, down from $1,008,786 in March 2025.

What this means:
Whitby remains one of the more stable markets in Durham Region, where pricing accuracy continues to drive results.
 

Oshawa – March 2026

Oshawa – Buyer-Leaning Market
SNLR: 39.16%

Oshawa recorded 159 sales and 406 new listings, placing it right on the edge of buyer-favouring conditions.

Inventory climbed to 464 active listings, the highest in Durham Region.

The average price was $716,411, slightly below $769,748 in March 2025.

What this means:
Buyers have increased negotiating power, while sellers must be competitive on pricing and presentation.
 

Clarington – March 2026

Clarington – Buyer’s Market
SNLR: 37.64%

Clarington recorded 99 sales and 263 new listings, keeping it within buyer-favouring territory.

Inventory rose to 320 active listings, giving buyers more flexibility and options.

The average price was $821,371, down from $893,731 in March 2025.

What this means:
Buyers have room to negotiate. Sellers benefit from pricing accurately from the start.
 

Uxbridge – March 2026

Uxbridge – Buyer’s Market
SNLR: 38.60%

Uxbridge recorded 22 sales and 57 new listings, keeping conditions in buyer territory.

Inventory increased slightly to 87 active listings.

The average price was $1,030,470, down from February’s spike ($1,333,667) and below $1,152,769 in March 2025.

What this means:
Uxbridge remains a smaller, more variable market where monthly numbers can fluctuate based on limited sales.
 

What These Numbers Tell Us Overall

March’s SNLR data reinforces several important trends across Durham Region:

• The market is continuing to normalize
• Inventory growth is giving buyers more control
• Prices are stabilizing or adjusting in many areas
• Sellers can still succeed with the right strategy
• Local market differences matter more than ever

Looking Ahead

As we move deeper into the spring market:

• New listings are likely to continue increasing
• Buyer activity may strengthen depending on interest rates
• Balanced and buyer-leaning conditions may persist in many areas

The key takeaway for March 2026 is simple:

Today’s market rewards 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 – February 2026

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