After more than twenty years navigating Toronto’s real estate landscape, I’ve seen how market cycles shape both opportunity and uncertainty. Early Q3 figures show the market is edging toward balance: sales dipped about 1% from last year to roughly 6,000 transactions, while new listings fell nearly 18% to 14,500. What stands out is the narrowing gap between supply and demand—seasonally adjusted sales rose from late Q2, even as listings declined, and the average selling price is holding near $1M, about 5% lower than last year.
A truly balanced market is one where neither buyers nor sellers have the clear upper hand. Homes are moving closer to their asking prices, negotiations are more straightforward, and supply is better aligned with demand. The freehold segment now feels more even, while condos still lean toward buyers—a dynamic I’ve watched evolve as clients on both sides adapt to today’s borrowing costs and more realistic pricing.
With inventory shrinking and prices stabilizing, we could see renewed confidence from buyers who’ve been waiting on the sidelines. For my clients, this steadier environment means making decisions based on value and timing that fit their goals, not just reacting to market swings. My team and I remain focused on turning these market shifts into opportunities to protect and grow your most important asset.
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