If you’ve been waiting on the sidelines, December’s market watch TREB report offers a shift many buyers have been hoping for. More listings, softer prices, and slower sales activity are creating conditions where buyers can finally breathe, compare options, and negotiate with confidence.

While the market is not fully tilted in buyers’ favour yet, the balance is clearly changing.

More Homes to Choose From, Less Pressure to Rush

One of the biggest wins for buyers right now is inventory.

• Active listings jumped to 17,005, up 17.5 percent year over year
• New listings rose to 5,299, a 1.8 percent increase

For buyers, this means more choice and less competition. Instead of bidding wars, many buyers are now taking time to review listings, revisit homes, and negotiate terms. This shift is a key highlight in the latest market watch TREB data.

Prices Ease, Creating Entry Opportunities

December also brought some relief on pricing.

The average home price across all TREB areas fell to $1,006,735, down 5.1 percent compared to last year. Median prices followed a similar trend in several regions, especially where inventory has built up the most.

For buyers who were priced out in previous years, this softening opens the door to better value, particularly when paired with seller flexibility.

Homes Are Sitting Longer, Giving Buyers Leverage

Another positive sign for buyers is time.

• Average days on market increased to 41 days
• Average property days on market rose to 65 days

This slower pace allows buyers to conduct inspections, review financing, and negotiate conditions without the pressure that defined earlier markets. According to this market watch TREB update, urgency has been replaced with optionality.

Where Buyers Are Finding the Best Value

December activity varied by region, offering different opportunities depending on budget and lifestyle:

• City of Toronto: 1,363 sales, average price $986,542
• Durham Region: 455 sales, average price $844,473
• Peel Region: 666 sales, average price $937,012
• York Region: 683 sales, average price $1,204,046
• Simcoe County: 135 sales, average price $812,434

More affordable regions continued to attract steady demand, while higher-priced areas saw slower movement, creating room for negotiation.

What This Market Watch TREB Report Means for Buyers

The December market watch TREB numbers suggest a market that rewards patience and preparation. Buyers today benefit from increased selection, longer decision timelines, and improved negotiating power.

While interest rates remain a factor, current conditions are far more buyer-friendly than what we saw during peak market cycles.

If you have been waiting for leverage, December’s data shows that moment may be arriving.

Ready to Make Your Next Move?

Now can be a smart time to take action. Whether you are buying your first home, selling with a plan, upgrading your space, or exploring investment opportunities, informed decisions create real advantages in today’s market.

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