Spring 2026
Market Report
Dufferin Grove
Neighbourhood Update: Dufferin Grove
Average Sale Price
$1,547,628
For All Property Types
2026 Performance For All Property Types In Dufferin Grove
37
Days on Market
33
Properties Sold
98%
List-to-Sale Ratio
2026 Market Activity: City of Toronto
34
Average Days on Market
12,112
Properties Sold
99%
Average List-to-Sale Ratio
Active Listings vs. Unit Sales
January 2025 to present
This chart reports the number of active listings on the market each month relative to the sales in the same monthly period. From this, we can translate the data into Months of Inventory or MOI (Active Listings/Sales) as we move through the year, giving insight into current buyer engagement (see next chart).
Months of Inventory
January 2025 to present
Months of inventory helps us anticipate the current market’s buyer engagement. It is the comparison between the active listings on the market in a particular month, compared to the number of properties that transact in that same period. A balanced market is typically when the months of inventory lie between 4-6 months, whereas a buyer’s market is apparent when months of inventory reaches six or more months. For all property types, we are currently sitting at 4.11 months of inventory, down from the 2025 spring market which sat at 5.06 months.
Registered Showings
January 2025 to present
It was encouraging to see offer engagement surpass that of 2025 during the spring market of 2026. May and June sales were the first indications of a positive year-over-year improvement since 2023. Modest, but positive.
Information provided by the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and Brokerbay from January 2025 to June 2026 for the City of Toronto. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Does not reflect all market activity.
Chris Kapches is the President and CEO of Chestnut Park Real Estate.
The 2026 residential resale market has not materialized the way real estate pundits had anticipated. 2026 was expected to see a dramatic revival in sales volumes and the stabilization of house prices. That has not happened. It hasn’t happened because the American-Iranian war has happened.
February and March were particularly impacted, with only 3,838 and 4,995 reported sales, respectively. Notwithstanding the Middle East conflict and the negative impact that it has had on both the economy and consumer confidence, beginning in May, we saw buyers once again testing the resale market, resulting in 6,574 sales, still low by historical standards, but an improvement nonetheless. Positive growth continued in June with 6,770 reported sales, bringing the mid-year total sales to 31,149, slightly ahead of mid-year results in 2025. The positive is that this is the first instance of a year-over-year improvement since 2023.
Affordability continues to be the dominant theme in Toronto’s residential resale market. Except for condominium apartments, average prices continue to be high, particularly in the City of Toronto. At the mid-point of 2026, the average sale price of detached and semi-detached properties came in at $1,648,000 and $1,264,782, respectively. The price of similar type properties in the 905 Region is considerably less. Average sale prices have remained sticky, with many sellers resisting price reductions, preferring to wait for improved market conditions.
Barring any unforeseen economic or geopolitical shocks, the second half of 2026 should see a continuation of the pattern of sales established by the months of May and June – modest month-over-month growth right into 2027. The key word is modest. There is no indication that the Bank of Canada will be reducing its overnight lending rate, nor is it anticipated that there will be a significant decline in bond prices. Combined, this means borrowing costs will remain high, preventing many eager buyers from engaging, leaving them on the sidelines, waiting for improved conditions. So even though we move positively into the second half of 2026, it appears that we will have to wait until 2027 for the long-awaited resale market turnaround.
Gillian Gillies is the Design Director at Gillian Gillies Interiors
Every season (or sometimes daily on our Instagram feeds) we are introduced to a new wave of interior design trends, offering fresh inspiration and exciting ideas. While trends certainly have their place, designing your entire home around them can become an expensive habit. By definition, trends are fleeting — they capture a moment in time before giving way to the next. That doesn’t mean they should be avoided altogether, but it does mean they should be used thoughtfully. Investing heavily in trend-driven kitchens, bathrooms, furniture, or custom millwork can leave a home feeling dated much sooner than anticipated, often leading homeowners to replace quality pieces long before the end of their useful life.
The homes that truly stand the test of time are rarely those that followed every trend — they are the ones that feel authentic to the people who live in them. I always encourage clients to invest in beautifully crafted, timeless foundation pieces (similar to what we do with our clothes) that reflect their lifestyle, the homes architecture, and tells their personal story. Trends can then be introduced through elements that are easy to refresh, such as paint colours, decorative cushions, linens and decorative accessories. This creates a home that evolves naturally without requiring significant reinvestment every few years.
There is another benefit to this approach that is often overlooked: it also protects the long-term value of your home. Timeless interiors have broader appeal, allowing prospective buyers to envision themselves in the space rather than feeling they are inheriting someone else’s moment in design history. Whether you plan to remain in your home for decades or eventually bring it to market, thoughtful, enduring design is an investment that continues to deliver — creating spaces that are not only beautiful today, but relevant, functional, and desirable for years to come.
With all the time we spend exploring the city, the Maggie Lind Real Estate Team has come to know the spring and summer gems that make our city shine during the warm months. As we look back on this past months, we’re excited to share some of our team’s favourite seasonal highlights and activities that put keep us busy and happy this past season.
Favourite Summer Treat
Maggie L: A tomato and mayonnaise sandwich.
Erin: Aperol spritz on a patio.
Yann: Affogato.
Kara: Bar Ape!
Maggie B: Good quality ice cream.
Ally: A cold iced coffee!
Favourite Patio
Maggie L: Terroni, Price Street.
Erin: Bar Pompette.
Yann: Forno Cultura, East room.
Kara: Bellwoods Brewery patio.
Maggie B: The Federal, for brunch.
Ally: Bar Raval.
Favourite Out Of The City Activity
Maggie L: Visiting Georgian Bay.
Erin: Elora Mills for a float down the river and lunch in the town.
Yann: Cottage weekends.
Kara: Escaping to a cottage.
Maggie B: Relaxing in the outdoors, barefoot.
Ally: Hiking in the forests near the cottage.
Favourite Room From A Recent Listing
Maggie L: The tiered brick in combination with the arched windows at 90 Macpherson.
Erin: The library at 63 Lympstone.
Yann: 14 Wellesley second floor family room.
Kara: The staircase and floor to ceiling windows at 63 Pears.
Maggie B: The beautiful Calacatta marble kitchen at 63 Pears Avenue
Ally: The expansive rooftop terrace at 245 Perth Penthouse 401.
What We Are Looking Forward To This Summer
Maggie L: Cottage time with some friends!
Erin: Bike rides and picnics on the Toronto Islands.
Yann: The Tim McGraw concert.
Kara: All the Jays games!
Maggie B: Bug catching with my grandson.
Ally: Lying on the dock, in the sun.