Durham Region Is the Hottest Market in the GTA — Here's Why

Durham Region: The Numbers Don't Lie

While Toronto's overall market shows balanced conditions, Durham Region has emerged as the GTA's most competitive submarket in Spring 2026.

City	Sales	Avg DOM	Over Asking
Ajax	197	27 days	29.9%
Whitby	332	24 days	26.5%
Pickering	249	27 days	22.1%
Oshawa	398	30 days	21.6%

Why Durham?

• GO Transit connectivity — Ajax, Pickering, Whitby provide direct access to Union Station.
• Relative affordability — more space and value for growing families vs Toronto.
• New development — Pickering city centre and Whitby downtown revitalization.
• Hospital expansion — Lakeridge Health driving healthcare employment.

Buyer Strategy for Durham

1. Get pre-approved before you start looking
2. Be ready to make decisions within 24–48 hours
3. Consider offer conditions carefully — clean offers win
4. Don't chase beyond your budget

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Data sourced from MLS® listings for March 2026. All information should be independently verified.