The Central Lakes Association of REALTORS® has released its March 2026 housing market statistics, reflecting continued price adjustments across most Regions, alongside stronger sales and new listing activity compared to the previous month.
“This month’s data reflects a housing market that continues to create opportunities across our Region,” said CLAR President Christine Riley. “With increased sales activity and growing inventory, buyers and sellers have more room to breathe as we move into the spring market. Staying prepared and keeping an eye on market conditions will be key, allowing people to make a move when the timing feels right for them.”
Hastings County saw 119 sales in the month of March, up 45.1% from 82 in February. The average selling price declined 3.2% from $555,798 in February to $538,254 in March. New listings increased 59.1% in March, while homes spent an average of 55 days on the market.
Prince Edward County recorded 16 sales in March, up 45.5% from 11 in February. The average home price declined 17.8% month-over-month, from $662,409 in February to $544,250 in March. New listings increased 102% month-over-month, with homes spending an average of 16 days on the market.
Northumberland County recorded 102 sales in March, up 43.7% from 71 in February. The average price decreased slightly month-over-month, from $693,431 in February to $670,503 in March. New listings rose 79.2% to 328, with homes spending an average of 47 days on the market.
Kawartha Lakes reported 76 sales in March, up 65.2% from 46 in February. The average price increased 10.9% month-over-month, from $614,435 in February to $681,209 in March. New listings rose 73.6% month-over-month, with homes spending an average of 53 days on the market.
Durham Region recorded 596 home sales in March, up 63.3% from 365 in February. The average selling price in Durham came in at $838,190, down 2.5% month-over-month from $859,846. New listings increased 57% month-over-month, with homes spending an average of 25 days on the market.
“The decision to remove the 13% HST on new homes for a wider range of buyers is a smart and responsible step by the government that reflects the realities of today’s housing market,” said CLAR CEO Wendy Giroux. “We applaud this move—lowering upfront costs will make homeownership more attainable, while the Canada-Ontario Partnership to Build further strengthens this momentum through significant investments in housing-enabling infrastructure, reductions in development charges, expanded transit commitments, and meaningful tax relief for new homebuyers. Together, these measures will help support much-needed housing supply and improve affordability across Ontario.”
