Durham Region Housing Market Update – June 2026

Sales Improve While Buyers Continue to Benefit from Greater Choice
 

The Durham Region housing market showed encouraging signs of improvement in June, with home sales increasing across most municipalities compared to May. While inventory remains higher than the exceptionally low levels experienced during the pandemic market, buyers continue to enjoy more selection, greater negotiating power, and a less competitive buying environment.

Average selling prices were mixed across Durham Region, reminding us that every community has its own unique market conditions. Factors such as neighbourhood, property type, pricing strategy, and local buyer demand continue to influence results from one municipality to another.

For buyers, today's market continues to provide opportunities that were difficult to find just a few years ago. More homes are available, giving buyers additional time to compare properties, negotiate favourable terms, and make informed decisions.

For sellers, success continues to depend on proper pricing, professional marketing, and presenting a home in its best possible light. Well-prepared homes continue to attract buyers, while overpriced properties often remain on the market longer.

Whether you're buying your first home, moving up, downsizing, investing, or simply keeping an eye on the market, understanding the latest statistics can help you make more informed real estate decisions.

In today's blog, we'll take a closer look at what happened across Durham Region during June and what these trends could mean if you're thinking about buying or selling a home.

Market Snapshot – June 2026

Durham Region Housing Market at a Glance

Understanding Market Balance (Simple Definition)

One of the most common questions buyers and sellers ask is:

"Is it a buyer's market or a seller's market?"

One way to measure current market conditions is by using the Sales-to-New-Listings Ratio (SNLR). This ratio compares the number of homes sold during the month to the number of new listings that came onto the market during the same period.

Generally speaking:

Seller's Market

Demand is stronger than the supply of new listings.

Homes tend to sell quickly, multiple offers are more common, and sellers often have greater negotiating power.

SNLR above 60%

Balanced Market

Supply and demand are relatively even.

Buyers have a reasonable selection of homes, while sellers can still achieve excellent results with the right pricing and marketing strategy.

SNLR between 40% and 60%

Buyer's Market

More new listings are entering the market than buyers are purchasing.

This gives buyers more choice, additional time to make decisions, and greater negotiating power.

SNLR below 40%

 

How We Measure Market Balance

Sales-to-New-Listings Ratio (SNLR)

Interpretation:

• Above 60% = Seller's Market
• 40%–60% = Balanced Market
• Below 40% = Buyer's Market

Whitby, Pickering, Clarington, and Uxbridge remained within balanced market conditions during June, while Ajax and Oshawa continued to favour buyers. Overall, Durham Region continues to offer buyers more choice than we've seen in several years, although improving sales activity suggests the market is gradually becoming more balanced.

 

30-Second Summary

If you only have a minute, here's what June tells us.

Buyers

• Inventory remains well above the levels seen during the pandemic market.
• Buyers continue to benefit from more choice and greater negotiating opportunities.
• Sales activity increased across most Durham Region communities, suggesting buyer confidence is gradually improving.

Sellers

• Homes that are priced accurately and presented well continue to sell.
• Increased inventory means buyers have more options, making pricing and marketing more important than ever.
• Well-maintained, move-in-ready homes continue to attract strong interest.

Overall

June was an encouraging month for Durham Region real estate. Sales improved across most municipalities while inventory remained healthy, creating opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Although market conditions continue to vary by community, the overall trend points toward a more balanced housing market as we move through the second half of the year.

Pickering – June 2026

• Sales increased from 126 in May to 157 in June.
• Average price declined slightly from $927,422 to $917,592.
• New listings increased from 329 to 334.
• Active listings decreased from 457 to 438.

What This Means

Pickering enjoyed one of the strongest improvements in sales activity across Durham Region during June. Although the average selling price eased slightly, increased buyer demand and fewer active listings suggest the market is gradually becoming more competitive. Buyers continue to benefit from good selection, while sellers who price their homes appropriately continue to attract strong interest.

Ajax – June 2026

• Sales decreased from 128 in May to 96 in June.
• Average price increased from $838,788 to $868,651.
• New listings increased from 237 to 262.
• Active listings increased from 270 to 320.

What This Means

Ajax experienced slower sales activity during June, but average selling prices moved higher. The increase in inventory provides buyers with more choice and greater negotiating opportunities, while sellers continue to benefit from strong demand for well-priced, move-in-ready homes. Overall, Ajax remains a buyer's market, although quality properties continue to sell.

Whitby – June 2026

• Sales increased from 151 in May to 168 in June.
• Average price declined slightly from $949,657 to $936,392.
• New listings remained unchanged at 351.
• Active listings decreased slightly from 421 to 417.

What This Means

Whitby continued to demonstrate one of the strongest and most balanced housing markets in Durham Region. Sales increased while both new listings and active listings remained stable, indicating healthy buyer demand. Although the average selling price declined modestly, the overall market continues to perform well, providing good opportunities for both buyers and sellers.
 

Oshawa – June 2026

• Sales decreased slightly from 183 in May to 181 in June.
• Average price increased from $708,723 to $726,544.
• New listings increased from 514 to 529.
• Active listings increased from 654 to 686.

What This Means

Oshawa remained Durham Region's busiest housing market in June, with sales activity holding remarkably steady despite increased inventory. The rise in average selling price reflects continued demand, particularly in the more affordable segments of the market. Buyers continue to benefit from one of the largest selections of available homes, while sellers who price competitively and market their homes effectively are still achieving successful sales.

Clarington – June 2026

• Sales increased from 142 in May to 165 in June.
• Average price declined from $830,064 to $787,979.
• New listings increased from 346 to 355.
• Active listings remained virtually unchanged, from 419 to 418.

What This Means

Clarington experienced one of the strongest increases in sales activity across Durham Region during June. Although the average selling price declined, this is likely a reflection of the mix of homes sold rather than a broad decline in home values. Stable inventory combined with stronger sales suggests buyer confidence continues to improve, while sellers who price their homes appropriately remain well positioned.

Uxbridge – June 2026

• Sales increased from 24 in May to 33 in June.
• Average price increased from $1,117,125 to $1,140,111.
• New listings increased from 64 to 72.
• Active listings decreased from 117 to 107.

What This Means

As Durham Region's smallest market, Uxbridge can experience larger month-to-month fluctuations than the region's larger municipalities. June was an encouraging month, with higher sales, stronger average prices, and fewer active listings. These trends suggest improving buyer demand while continuing to provide purchasers with a good selection of available homes. Overall, Uxbridge remained in balanced market conditions during June.

What These Numbers Tell Us Overall

June was an encouraging month for Durham Region real estate.

Four of the six municipalities reported stronger sales activity than in May, suggesting that buyers are gradually returning to the market as borrowing costs stabilize and confidence continues to improve. While average selling prices varied from one community to another, inventory remained healthy across the region, giving buyers more options than they have enjoyed in several years.

This continues to create a more balanced market than we experienced during the highly competitive conditions of 2021 and early 2022. Buyers have more time to compare properties, negotiate favourable terms, and make informed decisions, while sellers who prepare and price their homes appropriately continue to achieve successful results.

Perhaps the most important takeaway is that real estate remains local. Conditions can vary significantly between municipalities, neighbourhoods, and even individual streets. That's why it's important to look beyond the headlines and understand what's happening in the specific community where you're planning to buy or sell.
 

Why the Market Is Moving This Way

Several factors continue to influence Durham Region's housing market.

Interest rates have remained relatively stable in recent months, giving many buyers greater confidence when planning their next move. While affordability continues to be a challenge for some households, many buyers are adjusting to today's borrowing costs and taking advantage of the increased number of homes available.

Inventory also remains significantly higher than during the highly competitive pandemic market. Buyers have more time to compare properties, include financing and home inspection conditions when appropriate, and negotiate more favourable terms.

For sellers, today's market requires a thoughtful strategy. Buyers have more choices than they have had in several years, making proper pricing, professional marketing, and excellent presentation more important than ever. Homes that are priced appropriately continue to attract strong interest, while overpriced properties often remain on the market longer before selling.

Although economic uncertainty continues to influence some buyers and sellers, improving sales activity across much of Durham Region suggests confidence is gradually returning to the marketplace.

Looking Ahead

As we move further into the summer market, buyers can likely expect inventory to remain healthy, providing continued choice across most communities and price ranges.

If borrowing costs remain relatively stable and consumer confidence continues to improve, sales activity may continue to strengthen through the second half of the year. At the same time, the increased supply of homes should help moderate rapid price growth, creating a healthier and more balanced market for both buyers and sellers.

Every neighbourhood responds differently to changing market conditions. That's why local market knowledge remains one of the most valuable tools when making an important real estate decision.

Whether you're buying your first home, moving up, downsizing, or investing, understanding what's happening in your local market is far more valuable than relying solely on national headlines.

Thinking About Making a Move?

Every real estate decision is personal.

The right time to buy or sell depends on your goals, your financial situation, and your future plans, not simply what's happening in the market.

Whether you're curious about your home's current value, wondering if it's the right time to make a move, or simply have questions about today's market, I'd be happy to provide honest advice and explain your options.

Sometimes, a short conversation is all it takes to help you move forward with confidence.

Buyer Recommendation

If you're thinking about buying a home this year, today's market continues to provide opportunities that simply weren't available a few years ago.

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Final Thoughts

The Durham Region housing market continues to evolve, and staying informed is one of the best ways to make confident real estate decisions.

While June brought encouraging signs of improving sales activity across much of the region, market conditions continue to vary between communities and neighbourhoods. Understanding what's happening in your local market is essential whether you're buying, selling, investing, or simply planning for the future.

I'll continue to publish these monthly market updates to help you stay informed and better understand what the latest trends could mean for your own real estate goals.

If you have questions about your neighbourhood, would like to know what your home may be worth in today's market, or you're thinking about making a move, I'd be happy to help.

Thank you for reading, and I look forward to bringing you next month's Durham Region Housing Market Update.

 

Read last month’s market update here:
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Brian Kondo
Sales Representative / Team Leader
The Brian Kondo Real Estate Team
Re/Max Hallmark First Group Realty Ltd.
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