Category: ontario
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Canada’s Spring Housing Market Is Off to a Slow Start in 2026 as Prices Stall
Canada’s housing market is showing signs of slowing again, with new data suggesting the spring season has started weaker than expected. Despite expectations for a rebound, early indicators point to a market that is stabilizing rather than accelerating, with price growth remaining limited and activity still subdued. Home Prices Are Showing Minimal Growth Recent data…
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Canadian Housing Starts Fall 6% in March, Missing Expectations
Canada’s housing supply outlook took another hit, with new data showing a decline in construction activity heading into the spring market. According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, housing starts fell in March, raising concerns about whether supply can keep up with long-term demand. Housing Starts Decline in March The latest data shows that…
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Ottawa Area Dominates List of Most Affordable Housing Markets
A new report suggests that some of Ontario’s most affordable housing markets are not in the province’s largest cities, but instead clustered around the Ottawa region. According to recent data, seven of the top 10 most affordable housing markets in Ontario are located in Ottawa and the surrounding Ottawa Valley, highlighting a growing regional divide…
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CREA Cuts Forecast Again as Canadian Home Prices Expected to Stay Flat for Years
Canada’s housing market outlook has been downgraded again, with new projections suggesting both sales and prices could remain largely stagnant for the next several years. The latest forecast from the Canadian Real Estate Association shows weaker-than-expected activity to start 2026, leading to significant revisions in both sales and price expectations. Home Sales Forecast Slashed for…
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Toronto Rents Just Hit Their Lowest Level in Nearly 4 Years
Toronto’s rental market is continuing to cool, with new data showing prices have dropped to their lowest level in years. According to a new report from Rentals.ca and Urbanation, average asking rents in Toronto have fallen to their lowest level since May 2022, marking a 46-month low. Rents Continue to Decline Across Toronto The latest…
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Ontario Mortgage Violations Are Up 50% – Here’s What That Means for Buyers
Ontario’s mortgage industry is facing increased scrutiny, with new data showing a sharp rise in violations and enforcement actions. A new report from Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario reveals that mortgage-related violations are up 50% year-over-year, as regulators crack down on questionable practices across the industry. Mortgage Industry Under the Microscope According to the…
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More Than Half of Canadians Say They’re Not Living in Their Ideal Home, New Report Finds
A new report suggests a growing gap between what Canadians want in a home and what they can actually afford. According to a recent study from Century 21 Canada, more than half of Canadians say they are not living in their ideal home, with affordability emerging as the biggest barrier preventing people from upgrading or…
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Rents Are Falling Across Canada – Except in These Provinces
Canada’s rental market is cooling overall, but new data shows the trend isn’t the same everywhere. While rents are declining across most of the country, a handful of provinces are still seeing prices rise, highlighting a growing regional divide in Canada’s housing market. According to the latest report from Rentals.ca and Urbanation, average asking rents…
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Ontario New-Home Sales Surge After HST Rebate – But Is This a Real Recovery?
Ontario’s new-home market is suddenly seeing a surge in activity – at least according to recent headlines. Following the rollout of the province’s HST rebate on new construction, reports suggest buyers are jumping back into the market, with developers pointing to renewed momentum across multiple communities. But is this actually a turning point for the…
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Ontario Listings of the Week – April 14, 2026
Looking for standout Ontario homes for sale? These listings on Realtor.ca include a mix of luxury properties and affordable condos that are getting attention across the province right now. $445,000 – 405 – 27 REAN DRIVEToronto (Bayview Village) 🛏️ Bedrooms: 1 🛁 Bathrooms: 1🔗 Link to listing $799,000 – 205 – 261 KING STREET EToronto (Moss Park) 🛏️ Bedrooms: 1🛁 Bathrooms: 1 🔗 Link to…
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