In Early-Q2 2026, Greater Toronto’s avg. home price sat near $1.05M CAD, ↓~5% yearly; benchmark pricing ↓~7%, improving buyer leverage across segments.
Condo pricing remains the pressure point: economists expect another ↓~6% to ~7% in 2026, then ↓~3% in 2027, so timing and valuation discipline matter.
Ontario foreclosure listings reached a two-yr high in Early-Q2, with >300 properties in accessible agent databases, signaling more negotiable listings for prepared buyers.
Investor interest is shifting toward rental conversion: one firm plans $500M CAD for >1K new Toronto condos, aided by a tax rebate.
Looking ahead, forecasts suggest Toronto may face a new-housing shortage by 2030, as reduced condo starts intersect with continued national population growth and demand.
Toronto board of trade urges Ontario to amend zoning and building code rules to spur housing growth
As someone dedicated to guiding clients through every aspect of real estate and home inspection, I pay close attention to the changes that affect our housing market. The Toronto Board of Trade is highlighting a...