Market Report

Scarborough

Avg Home Price

$910,000

Active Listings

2900

Days on Market

48

Market Status

Balanced Market ⚖️

Executive Summary

Scarborough's housing market in January 2026 reflects the broader GTA's 'Psychological Reset,' with average prices dipping significantly and a notable shift towards buyer leverage. Inventory has surged, offering unprecedented choice, while properties now spend longer on the market, necessitating strategic pricing. The era of aggressive bidding wars is over, replaced by a market where conditional offers and negotiation are the norm.

Gemini AI™ Forecast

"AI modeling indicates that buyers in Scarborough will continue to test the market with below-asking offers; sellers resistant to initial price adjustments will face higher rates of listing expiration or cancellation. The 'Conditional Dominance' trend is firmly established, making firm offers high-risk and largely unnecessary. Expect a growing number of 'Accidental Landlords' in Scarborough, especially in areas with a high concentration of detached homes struggling to meet pre-dip price expectations, further stabilizing rental supply amidst strong demand."

Buy/Sell Score

3/ 10

Confidence

High

Investor Hotspots

  • University of Toronto Scarborough Area (student rentals)ROI +12%
  • Scarborough Town Centre vicinity (transit-oriented condos)ROI +11%
  • Guildwood (rental potential near GO Train)ROI +10%

Scarborough Market Pulse

Avg Detached Price (6 Mo)

$1015k

2.5% MoM

$1050k

Aug

$1080k

Sep

$1065k

Oct

$1020k

Nov

$990k

Dec

$1015k

Jan

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