Live Market Snapshot · 2026-05-01Data source · CREA MLS® HPI · May 2026

Detached Homes for Sale in Hamilton
Under $500K

Fully freehold land + structure. Highest long-term appreciation, full renovation flexibility, and the strongest move-up buyer demand in the Ontario market. Median list price in Hamilton this band: $475K · 58 active · avg 35 days on market.

Median List Price

$475K

Active Listings

58

Avg Days on Market

35 days

YoY Change

-5.2%

6-Month Median Price Trend

Dec

$473K

Jan

$473K

Feb

$473K

Mar

$473K

Apr

$473K

May

$473K

What is the average detached price in Hamilton in 2026?

The benchmark price for a detached in Hamilton in 2026 is approximately $475K based on the latest CREA MLS® HPI release. Within the under $500k band there are currently 58 active listings, moving in an average of 35 days on market. Prices are down 5.2% year-over-year.

Is Hamilton a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Hamilton is currently a balanced market for detacheds in this band. Inventory is turning over in 35 days with prices down 5.2% year-over-year. Neither side has decisive leverage right now.

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What $475K gets you in Hamilton.

Detacheds in Hamilton priced under $500k are tracking against a CREA MLS® HPI benchmark of $837K for the hamilton burlington area. Within this band the median list comes in near $475K — down 5.2% year-over-year. Active inventory is moving in roughly 35 days.

Typical Size

1,800–3,500 sqft

Bedroom Range

3–5 bedrooms

Ownership Style

freehold

Sample comparables in this band.

Westdale, Hamilton

$494K

4 bed3 bath2,180 sqft
Locke Street, Hamilton

$494K

4 bed3 bath2,180 sqft
Stoney Creek, Hamilton

$493K

4 bed3 bath2,180 sqft

Sample comparables only — request the live MLS report for current availability and pricing.

Where these detached homes are clustered in Hamilton.

Hamilton Detached FAQ

What is the median price for detached homes in Hamilton under $500k?

As of 2026-05-01, the median list price for detached homes in Hamilton priced under $500k sits at approximately $475K based on active MLS inventory.

How many detached homes are currently for sale in Hamilton in this price range?

There are roughly 58 active detached homes for sale in Hamilton priced under $500k. Inventory typically refreshes weekly via the local MLS board.

How long do detached homes stay on the market in Hamilton?

Detached Homes in Hamilton priced under $500k are averaging 35 days on market. That gives buyers time to compare options and negotiate condition removal periods.

Are Hamilton detached prices going up or down?

Year-over-year median detached prices in Hamilton (this band) are down 5.2%. Six-month trend data is available on this page.

What mortgage do I need to buy a detached at this price in Hamilton?

On a $475K purchase with 20% down, you'd carry a mortgage of about $380K. At today's variable rates (~5.45% qualifying), that's roughly $NaN / month before taxes and insurance. Use the IndiBrick affordability calculator to model your specific scenario.

Step 1 · See Inventory

See every active detached in Hamilton under $500k.

58 active listings · median $475K. A licensed Hamilton advisor sends the live list within 1 business hour.

Detached Homes in Hamilton Under $500K

Median $475K · 58 active

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Step 2 · Lock in financing

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