Oshawa and Durham Region Real Estate Market Update: October 2025 Trends

By The Matt Phillips Team – Your 1% Commission Realtor in Durham Region.

Hello, Durham Region homeowners, buyers, and sellers! As your local real estate expert serving Oshawa, North Oshawa, Courtice, Bowmanville, Port Perry, Scugog, Whitby, Brooklin, Ajax, and Pickering, I’m excited to share the latest housing market insights for October 2025. Our region is thriving, balancing strong demand with growing inventory, creating opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Whether you’re eyeing a family home in Whitby, a townhouse in Ajax, or a condo in Oshawa, this report, based on the latest MLS® data (September 6 to October 4, 2025) and cross-checked with Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) trends, has you covered. Plus, with my 1% commission rate (plus co-op fee), I’m here to help you save thousands while getting top-tier service across Durham Region. Let’s dive in!  Current Market Snapshot Durham Region’s housing market, including Oshawa, remains dynamic, with homes selling quickly despite more listings hitting the market. Here’s the big picture for Oshawa as of early October 2025:

• Average Sold Price: $738,000 (all property types)
• New Listings (Last 28 Days): 551
• Homes Sold (Last 28 Days): 162
• Median Days on Market: 27 days
• Selling to Listing Price Ratio: 100%

This reflects a balanced market—active but not overheated. With active listings up 9% year-over-year, buyers have more options, while sellers benefit from strong demand and near-full-price offers. Across Durham Region, similar trends hold, with places like Whitby and Ajax seeing steady activity.Price Trends: Steady Gains in a Balanced Market Oshawa’s average sold price nudged up this month, holding firm against softer Ontario-wide trends. Here’s the breakdown:

Why might prices feel unexpected? The average blends condos, townhouses, and detached homes—smaller properties temper the number, while larger homes in areas like North Oshawa or Brooklin push it higher. TRREB reports confirm Durham’s 1-4% annual price growth, with forecasts suggesting stability into 2026 as interest rates ease.Here’s a pro-rated view of Oshawa’s average sold prices over the past year:

Sales Volume by Property Type Detached homes dominate sales across Durham Region, with townhouses and condos gaining ground among first-time buyers and down sizers. In Oshawa, the pro-rated sales split for October 2025 is:

• Detached: ~60-70% of sales
• Townhouse: ~20-30%
• Condo: ~10-20%

This mirrors Durham-wide trends, where detached sales rose 9.4% year-over-year in mid-2025. Condo inventory is climbing in places like Pickering and Oshawa, offering great entry points for buyers.Prices by Bedroom Count Home prices vary by size, with larger properties softening slightly. Here’s Oshawa’s breakdown (Sep 6 - Oct 4, 2025, with YoY % change):

Two- and three-bedroom homes are holding value, ideal for starters in Courtice or Bowmanville. Larger homes (4+ beds) in areas like Scugog or Whitby are seeing slight price dips, perfect for up sizing buyers.Inventory and Activity: More Choices, Swift Sales Oshawa’s inventory is up, giving buyers leverage, but homes still sell in just 27 days on average (up 23% YoY). Here’s the detailed view by bedroom count (Sep 6 - Oct 4, 2025, with YoY % change):

New listings dipped 2% YoY, but active inventory rose 9%, signaling balance. Sales are down 16% short-term, yet Durham’s market, from Port Perry to Pickering, shows resilience with rebounding transactions.Days on market by price range (September 2024 vs. 2025):

• $250K-$500K: 20-24 days
• $500K-$750K: 22-26 days
• $750K-$1M: 24-28 days
• $1M+: 26-30+ days

What This Means for You

• Buyers: More listings across Durham Region mean negotiating power, especially for 4+ bedroom homes in places like Brooklin or Clarington. With variable rates as low as 3.79%, now’s a great time to buy.
• Sellers: Price competitively to leverage the 27-day market speed. My 1% commission rate (plus co-op fee) saves you thousands compared to traditional 5-6% fees, with full-service support including staging and professional photography.
• Investors: Detached and townhouse demand remains strong in Oshawa and Ajax. Areas like North Oshawa and Bowmanville offer growth potential.

Durham Region’s appeal—proximity to Toronto, robust GO Transit, and vibrant communities like Port Perry’s waterfront or Whitby’s historic charm—keeps our market thriving. Ready to make a move? With my low 1% commission (plus co-op fee) and full-service system, I’ll help you save big while navigating Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, or anywhere in Durham Region. Contact me today at mattphillipsteam.com!

Data sourced from MLS® and regional housing reports.