In April 2024, Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) reported 1,456 homes sold via the MLS® System, marking an 8.9% increase from the same period in 2023. However, sales were slightly below both the five and ten-year averages for April.
Year-to-date figures showed a promising 11.5% increase in home sales compared to the same period in 2023. OREB President Curtis Fillier described the current market as typical for spring, noting a restored confidence among buyers and sellers. Sellers are more confident due to recent sales activity, leading to an uptick in listings, while buyers feel less pressure in the post-pandemic market and are taking their time to find suitable properties.
Fillier emphasized the importance of looking closely at sales details, noting changing buyer demographics and a shift towards townhomes becoming a seller's market due to shrinking supply. Single-family homes remain the most active segment, influencing average sale prices.
Regarding prices, the MLS® Home Price Index (HPI) indicated marginal gains, with the overall benchmark price reaching $643,700 in April 2024. Single-family homes saw a 1.6% increase in benchmark price, while townhouses and apartments also experienced slight increases.
New listings surged by 40.5% compared to April 2023, with active listings increasing by 36.6%. However, months of inventory remained relatively stable, suggesting sustained market activity.
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