Central Lakes Association of REALTORS®

The Central Lakes Association of REALTORS® (CLAR) has released its June 2025 Housing Market Statistics, highlighting varied trends across the area’s diverse Regions.

“Market activity across our Region reflects the nuances of each local area,” stated CLAR President Christine Riley. “We are seeing positive momentum in many communities, including strong gains in sales and average prices in Peterborough, as well as steady improvements in areas like Hastings and Prince Edward County. With each local market moving at its own pace, the insight and expertise of a local REALTOR® are more important than ever.”

Durham Region recorded 817 sales in June 2025, with an average price of $891,662, down from 877 sales and an average price of $956,428 in June 2024. However, market activity remains strong, with both new listings and active listings showing year-over-year increases at 2,282 and 2,925, respectively, compared to 2,232 and 2,181.

Hastings County experienced a notable 29% increase in sales, climbing from 168 in June of 2024 to 217 in June of 2025. Average price also showed healthy movement, rising from 534,807 to 580,298, an 8.5% increase over the same period.

In Kawartha Lakes, the average sale price declined from $751,831 in June 2024 to $695,500 in June 2025. However, sales increased by 23%, rising from 88 to 108 year-over-year, suggesting that buyers are responding to affordability and greater inventory. Average days on market improved slightly, dropping from 33 to 30.

Northumberland County saw 130 sales in June 2025, with an average price of $712,135, compared to 154 sales at $748,535 last year. However, new supply is on the rise, with new listings increasing from 336 to 387 year-over-year, and active listings growing from 605 to 768, offering more options for prospective buyers.

Peterborough witnessed a significant 37% increase in sales, rising from 179 in June of 2024 to 245 in June 2025. The average price also increased by 13%, reaching $783,966, from $693,397 during the same period. Average days on market held steady at 27.

Prince Edward County observed an increase in average price from $759,570 in June of 2024 to $781,054 in June of 2025. The number of sales rose by 12% from 33 to 37 during the same time.

“The Ontario government’s new Bill 17_: Protecting Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025_, which received Royal Assent on June 5th, marks a promising step forward. By streamlining regulations, providing the ability to defer development charges, and limiting some costly zoning rules, the bill is designed to improve affordability and availability across the province. We’re encouraged by this focus on supporting attainable housing for Ontarians,” stated CLAR Chief Executive Officer, Wendy Giroux.