TL;DR Real Estate Market Analysis in December Ottawa’s housing market concluded 2025 on a note of stability, characterized by a typical seasonal slowdown in activity. December sales softened, reinforcing the cautious tone that had emerged throughout the fall. Despite a quiet finish to the year, the annual data paints a picture of resilience; total sales […]
Here are the November 2025 numbers: Here are the November 2025 sales numbers: Information from OREB.
Here are the October 2025 numbers: “Ottawa’s market continues to demonstrate balance and resilience,” said OREB President Paul Czan. “We’re seeing modest growth in sales activity, stable pricing, and a seasonal easing of elevated inventory levels. The recent rate adjustments provide optimism for the coming months, but economic uncertainty looms, and buyers and sellers remain […]
Here are the September 2025 numbers: “September reinforced Ottawa’s resilience, with sales nearly 2.4% higher than last year, and prices are holding steady despite more listings coming to market,” said Paul Czan, OREB President. “When you peel back the layers, you see that townhomes are driving stability while single-family homes are easing. And while Ottawa’s […]
Here are the August 2025 numbers: “August was an active month for Ottawa’s housing market, with overall prices trending upward and sales activity stronger than in recent years as the summer season winds down,” said Tami Eades, OREB President-Elect. “While we continue to see different price movements across segments, the broader picture points to renewed […]
Here are the July 2025 numbers: “While we’ve seen demand may be softening in the condo market, especially in the downtown core, as a whole, Ottawa’s real estate market continues to stand out for its resilience and stability,” says Paul Czan, President of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB). “With steady demand, balanced inventory, and […]
Here are the June 2025 numbers: “This was the busiest June we’ve seen in quite some time, with sales up 10.6% and new listings rising nearly 14% year over year, signifying we did, in fact, experience a delayed spring market,” says OREB President Paul Czan. “We’re seeing more inventory hit the market, giving buyers more […]
Here are the May 2025 numbers: “Year-to-date home sales activity remains in line with 2024; however, the 33.1% surge over April 2025 suggests we’re experiencing a delayed spring market,” says OREB President Paul Czan. “April’s federal election took up real estate in consumers’ minds. Now, we’re seeing a shift in the marketplace, with active listings […]
Here are the April 2025 numbers: “While April sales were down year-over-year, we saw a healthy month-over-month increase—an encouraging sign of growing momentum as we move through the spring market,” says OREB President Paul Czan. “Inventory remains at higher levels compared to previous years, indicating a gradual move towards a balanced market.” “With more certainty […]
Here are the March 2025 numbers: “The Ottawa housing market in March 2025 remained relatively stable, with sales activity slightly lower than the same period last year,” said OREB President Paul Czan. “However, we’re seeing continued momentum month-over-month as the spring market gains traction. Both buyers and sellers are exercising some caution—likely due to economic […]