If you have been wondering what is actually happening with home prices in Ottawa, you are not alone. Everywhere you turn, there seems to be a different opinion. Some say prices are falling. Others say the market is stabilizing. And then there is always someone who insists you should either buy immediately or wait it out. So let’s slow this down and talk about what the numbers are actually telling us. Because the truth is much less dramatic than the headlines. Ottawa entered... [read more]

If you are trying to make sense of Ottawa’s housing market, you are not alone. Headlines often point in different directions, which makes it hard to know what is actually happening. The clearest way to understand the market is to look at average sale prices, based on real transactions, not forecasts. The data below comes from the Ottawa Real Estate Board and reflects activity through December 2025. Where Prices Finished the Year In December, the average residential sale... [read more]

The Ottawa housing market in 2025 was a reset year. After several unpredictable cycles, the market finally moved into a steadier rhythm. For homeowners and buyers planning a move in 2026, the shifts that happened in 2025 offer valuable insight into what to expect next. Stability Replaced Volatility One of the biggest takeaways from 2025 was stability. Home prices across Ottawa stopped swinging dramatically. Instead of rapid growth or sharp pullbacks, values leveled out in most... [read more]

Key Trends Buyers and Sellers Should Know The Ottawa real estate market slowed down in November 2025, but prices continue to hold steady. If you are planning to buy or sell in 2026, these highlights will help you understand what is happening in the market and how to prepare. Sales Are Down but Prices Remain Stable Home sales dropped to 880 in November, which is lower than both October and the same month last year. Even with fewer sales, the average sale price reached $680,496,... [read more]

The Ottawa housing market is showing clear signs of balance this fall. Sales slowed after the busy summer season, but activity remains higher than this time last year. Inventory increased, giving buyers more choice and creating a healthier market. Despite more listings, prices stayed steady. The average sale price in September was $690,397, up slightly from last year. Townhomes led the way with a 7.8% price increase, while single-family homes remained stable and apartments dipped... [read more]