Durham Region Housing Market Update – April 2026
 

What the Latest Sales Statistics Mean for Buyers, Sellers, and Investors

The Durham Region housing market continued shifting toward more balanced conditions throughout April 2026. Inventory levels increased across nearly every municipality, giving buyers more selection and negotiating power compared to previous spring markets.

While some municipalities experienced month-over-month price growth, most markets remained below April 2025 pricing levels. Sellers are continuing to face more competition as active listings rise, while buyers are benefiting from improved inventory and a less aggressive market environment.
 

Market Snapshot – April 2026

Durham Region Housing Market at a Glance

Pickering – 137 sales | Avg Price $921,274 | SNLR 39.37%
Ajax – 97 sales | Avg Price $885,398 | SNLR 39.27%
Whitby – 138 sales | Avg Price $910,830 | SNLR 42.72%
Oshawa – 167 sales | Avg Price $723,205 | SNLR 36.15%
Clarington – 125 sales | Avg Price $790,218 | SNLR 37.09%
Uxbridge – 18 sales | Avg Price $1,023,606 | SNLR 25.35%

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.

Understanding Market Balance (Simple Definitions)

Seller’s Market

A Seller’s Market happens when there are more buyers than available homes for sale. This often leads to stronger competition, multiple offers, and upward pressure on prices.

Balanced Market

A Balanced Market occurs when supply and demand are relatively even. Buyers and sellers typically have more equal negotiating power.

Buyer’s Market

A Buyer’s Market happens when there are more homes available than active buyers. This gives buyers more selection, more negotiating leverage, and can place downward pressure on pricing.

How We Measure Market Balance

One of the most common ways to measure market conditions is through the Sales-to-New-Listings Ratio (SNLR):

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

The SNLR compares the number of homes sold against the number of new listings entering the market during the same period.

The 30-Second Summary

• Durham Region continued shifting toward more balanced market conditions in April 2026
• Inventory levels increased across nearly every municipality
• Buyers benefited from improved selection and negotiating power
• Sellers faced increased competition as active listings continued climbing
• Whitby moved into Balanced Market territory
• Oshawa continued offering some of Durham Region’s most affordable pricing
• Most municipalities remained in Buyer’s Market conditions due to rising inventory
• Market conditions continued varying depending on municipality and price range

April 2026 Market Insights by Town or City
 

Pickering – April 2026

• 137 homes sold in April, up from 102 in March
• Average price decreased slightly to $921,274
• New listings increased to 348 properties
• Active listings climbed to 437 homes
• Buyers continued benefiting from improving inventory levels
• Prices remained below April 2025 averages

Ajax – April 2026

• 97 homes sold in April compared to 93 in March
• Average price increased to $885,398
• New listings climbed to 247 homes
• Active listings increased to 264 properties
• Inventory growth continued improving buyer choice
• Prices remained below April 2025 levels

Whitby – April 2026

• 138 homes sold during April
• Average price increased significantly to $910,830
• 323 new listings entered the market
• Active listings increased to 360 homes
• Whitby shifted into Balanced Market territory
• Prices remained below April 2025 averages

Oshawa – April 2026

• 167 homes sold during April, up from 159 in March
• Average price increased slightly to $723,205
• 462 new listings entered the market
• Active listings climbed to 561 homes
• Oshawa remained one of Durham Region’s more affordable markets
• Buyer conditions continued due to elevated inventory

Clarington – April 2026

• 125 homes sold during April, up from 99 in March
• Average price decreased to $790,218
• 337 new listings entered the market
• Active listings increased to 385 homes
• Buyers continued gaining negotiating leverage
• Prices remained below April 2025 averages

Uxbridge – April 2026

• 18 homes sold during April
• Average price came in at $1,023,606
• New listings increased to 71 homes
• Active listings climbed to 111 properties
• Uxbridge remained Durham Region’s highest-priced market
• Buyer’s Market conditions continued throughout April

What These Numbers Tell Us Overall

• Durham Region continued moving toward more balanced housing market conditions
• Rising inventory levels created more opportunities for buyers
• Most municipalities remained in Buyer’s Market territory
• Sellers faced increasing competition as inventory continued growing
• Pricing strategy and strong presentation remained critical for sellers
• Affordability continued driving attention toward markets like Oshawa and Clarington
• Market conditions still varied significantly depending on municipality and property type

Looking Ahead

• Inventory levels will remain an important trend to watch this spring
• Buyers are benefiting from increased choice across most Durham Region markets
• Well-priced homes are still attracting strong interest in desirable neighbourhoods
• Sellers may need stronger pricing strategies as competition increases
• Interest rate expectations and economic conditions will continue influencing buyer activity
• Durham Region continues offering opportunities for buyers, sellers, and investors depending on goals and location

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:
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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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