Ottawa’s housing market stayed strong in July 2025, showing steady demand, moderate price growth, and balanced inventory despite slowdowns in other Ontario cities.
Key Ottawa Housing Market Stats – July 2025
Home sales: 1,318 (+4.9% year-over-year)
Average home price in Ottawa: $695,209 (+2.2%)
Year-to-date average price: $702,840 (+3%)
New listings: 2,549 (+11.7%)
Active listings: 4,205 (+14%) – 23.6% above the 5-year average
Months of inventory: 3.2 – Balanced market
Ottawa Home Prices by Property Type
Single-family homes:
674 sales (+3.4%)
Benchmark Price $704,800 (+2%)
Townhouses:
436 sales (+22.5%)
Benchmark Price $468,000 (+8.3%)
Condos:
Benchmark $411,900 (-1.6%)
181 sales (-23%)
Market Outlook
With a stable employment base and consistent population growth, Ottawa is less prone to dramatic price swings. Rising inventory means more choice for buyers, while sellers benefit from continued healthy demand.
Overall, the market remains balanced heading into fall — positive news for both buyers and sellers in the Ottawa real estate market.