The Durham Region home prices February 2026 report shows that average housing prices across the region increased slightly compared to the previous month, even as overall sales activity slowed.
According to the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB), the average price for a home in Durham Region reached $850,304 in February 2026. This represents a 3.9 per cent increase, or approximately $31,610 higher than January 2026.
Despite the monthly increase, home prices remain lower compared to the same period last year. The February average price is 5.3 per cent lower than February 2025, reflecting a decrease of about $47,455 year-over-year.
Real estate activity also showed signs of a cooling market. During February, there were 454 home sales across Durham Region, with properties spending an average of 26 days on the market before being sold.
Compared to the same month in 2025, sales declined by 18.2 per cent, indicating that fewer homes changed hands this year. At the same time, the number of homes available for buyers increased slightly.
By the end of February, there were 1,650 active listings across the region, representing a 4.4 per cent increase compared to last year.
Looking at specific housing categories, detached homes remained the most expensive property type in Durham Region. The average price for a detached house reached $959,864, marking a 3.7 per cent increase from January. However, detached home prices were still 4.9 per cent lower compared to February 2025.
A total of 288 detached homes were sold during the month, with an average selling time of 25 days on the market. There were also 989 active detached home listings available by the end of February.
Prices for semi-detached homes showed a different trend, as this category experienced a monthly and yearly decline. The average price for semi-detached homes was $680,540, representing a 1.7 per cent decrease from January and a 14.6 per cent drop compared to the same time last year.
There were 25 semi-detached home sales recorded during February, with an average time of 20 days on the market and 72 active listings available at month’s end.
For freehold attached homes, the average selling price reached $738,812, rising 3.7 per cent compared to January but falling 10.8 per cent compared to February 2025. A total of 59 attached homes were sold, with 215 listings available.
The condominium market also saw price changes. Townhouse-style condominiums averaged $594,284, which is 5.6 per cent higher than January but 8.6 per cent lower than last year. There were 37 townhouse condo sales, and 135 units remained available on the market.
Meanwhile, apartment-style condominiums recorded the largest monthly increase. The average price rose to $518,810, reflecting a 13.8 per cent increase from January. However, prices were still 6.7 per cent lower compared to February 2025.
In total, 31 apartment-style condos were sold, with an average time on the market of 37 days and 213 active listings available.
Looking at long-term trends, the housing market in Durham Region has experienced significant growth over the past decade. Since February 2016, the average price of homes across all property types has increased by approximately 73.5 per cent.
Over that ten-year period, detached homes have gained $418,969 in value, while semi-detached homes increased by $282,139. Attached homes rose by $318,794, townhouse-style condominiums increased by $289,795, and apartment-style condos grew by $249,938.
The latest Durham Region home prices February 2026 report highlights a market that continues to see moderate price increases while facing lower sales activity and slightly higher inventory levels.
