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Sales activity strengthened in February, though average prices remain down year-over-year. Buyers are taking their time and leaning toward affordable segments, signaling a price-sensitive but decidedly active market.
Here’s a quick look at what happened in the Oakville real estate market this February. Across Oakville, the average sale price was $1,325,983 (-11.86% YoY), while the median price was $1,180,000 (-6.35% YoY).
Sales activity was slightly stronger, with 156 homes sold (+9.09%), though homes took a bit longer to sell with average days on market creeping up to 36 days.
Overall, Oakville remains active, but buyers are clearly more selective and price-sensitive than in past years. Well-priced homes are still selling, but strategy and preparation are more important than ever to capture buyer attention.
Total Sales
Average Price
Median Price
Avg. Days on Market
Active Listings
New Listings
Detached Sales
Condo Sales
| Metric | Value | Change (YoY) |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1,325,983 | -11.86% |
| Median Price | $1,180,000 | -6.35% |
| # of Sales | 156 | +9.09% |
| Avg Days on Market | 36 | +9 days |
| New Listings | 495 | -7.48% |
| Active Listings | 892 | -5.61% |
| Detached | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metric | Value | Change | Notes |
| Average Price | $1,874,277 | -11.37% | Largest segment of the market |
| Median Price | $1,582,000 | -14.88% | |
| # of Sales | 71 | +1.43% | |
| Avg DOM | 29 | +1 days | |
| New Listings | 270 | +27.96% | Inventory continues to build |
| Active Listings | 447 | +4.68% | Giving buyers more choice |
| Freehold Towns | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metric | Value | Change | Notes |
| Average Price | $1,152,697 | +3.34% | Showed resilience in price |
| Median Price | $1,105,000 | +0.51% | |
| # of Sales | 29 | -14.71% | Sales activity declined |
| Avg DOM | 46 | +27 days | |
| New Listings | 65 | -35.00% | |
| Active Listings | 126 | +0.80% | |
| Condo Apartments | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metric | Value | Change | Notes |
| Average Price | $600,115 | -10.66% | |
| Median Price | $520,000 | -5.45% | |
| # of Sales | 34 | +61.90% | Significant increase in volume |
| Avg DOM | 43 | +11 days | |
| New Listings | 105 | -34.78% | |
| Active Listings | 243 | -20.07% | More buyers entering affordable segments |
With inventory building in dominant segments like detached homes, choice is strong. Buyers are taking their time, negotiating carefully, and proving to be highly price-sensitive. If you are prepared, you currently have the leverage to be selective and find a home that fits your budget.
While the market is undeniably active, the increase in days on market shows that buyers won't bite if the value isn't there. Well-priced homes continue to sell successfully, but preparation, staging, and a precise pricing strategy are now mandatory to cut through the competition.
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Are prices going up or down?
Overall, average prices are down compared to last year. The average price in February was $1,325,983 (-11.86% YoY). However, the freehold townhome segment showed resilience with a slight 3.34% increase.
Did sales improve?
Yes. Overall sales volume increased 9.09% year over year with 156 transactions. The condo segment, in particular, saw a massive 61.90% increase in sales.
Are buyers still active in Oakville?
Absolutely, but they are becoming increasingly selective and price-sensitive. We're seeing more buyers migrate toward more affordable entry points, like the condo market.
Is now a good time to list?
Because buyers have more inventory to choose from, well-priced and beautifully presented homes are winning. If you have the right pricing strategy and marketing plan, it is still a solid time to achieve results.
Sources: Local MLS® data for February 2026. Figures rounded.



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