As expected, spring brought a bit more action to the market compared to March. More homes were sold in April than the previous month, which is pretty normal for this time of year. But here’s the thing: when you compare it to April last year, home sales were actually down by 23.3%.
That means fewer people are buying homes compared to a year ago—and one of the main reasons is that many are waiting for borrowing costs to come down. People also want a bit more clarity about where the economy is heading before making a big decision like buying a home.
Prices Have Dropped
The average selling price in the GTA in April 2025 was $1,107,463, which is down 4.1% from last year. And the MLS® Home Price Index, which gives a better picture of price trends, dropped by 5.4% year-over-year. However, it’s worth noting that average prices have now increased for the third month in a row. So while prices are still lower than they were a year ago, they have been quite stable with modest price increases on a on a month-to-month basis.
What does that mean for buyers and sellers?
For buyers: Lower prices, combined with slowly improving borrowing conditions, mean monthly mortgage payments are becoming a bit more affordable. You also have a lot more homes to choose from right now, giving you some negotiation power.
For sellers: It's a more competitive market, so pricing your home right is key. With inventory being higher, buyers have options—and they’re taking their time to find the best deal.
More Homes Are Being Listed
New listings rose by 8.1% compared to April 2024. That’s good news for buyers—there’s more inventory on the market, which gives you more choice and helps balance prices.
Economic Uncertainty Still Looms
There’s still a lot of uncertainty floating around—especially when it comes to the broader economy and Canada’s trade relationship with the U.S. According to TRREB President Elechia Barry-Sproule, if things improve economically and internationally, we might see a bump in market activity in the months to come.
Buyers may find more breathing room to make decisions, while sellers will need to adjust their expectations and work with the right strategy to sell in today’s market.
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