Feb 2024 is a great time to sell
We have just seen a +14% increase since 2023 lowest price. Single family Homes in Ottawa prices Feb 15 2024. Detached 3 bedrooms home just went up +14.6% from 2023 prices.
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Ottawa Real Estate Prices for 2024: Prices are going up 1.6% on a year-over-year
The OREB MLS OF Home Price Index (HPI) tracks price trends far more accurately than is possible using average or median price measures.
- The overall benchmark price was $628,900 in November 2023, nearly unchanged, up only 1.4% from November 2022.
- The benchmark price for single-family homes was $708,900, up 1.6% on a year-over-year.
- By comparison, the benchmark price for a townhouse was $492,300, nearly unchanged, up 0.8% compared to a year earlier.
- The benchmark apartment price was $424,300, up 1.2% from year-ago levels.
- The average price of homes sold in November 2023 was $633,138, decreasing 0.8% from November 2022. The more comprehensive year-to-date average price was $669,536, a decline of 5.7% from 11 months of 2022.
- The dollar value of all home sales in November 2023 was $458.4 million, down 2.4% from the same month in 2022.
OREB cautions that the average sale price can be useful in establishing trends over time but should not be used as an indicator that specific properties have increased or decreased in value. The calculation of the average sale price is based on the total dollar volume of all properties sold. Price will vary from neighbourhood to neighbourhood.
LOW INVENTORY IN THE OTTAWA REAL ESATE MARKET JAN 2024
Still plague Market and causes prices to increase once again.
Buying a Brand new home Q and A.
Questions you should ask before Buying a Brand new home in Ottawa: Sept 2023
Builder Agreements should include details such as:
PDI – Date
Assignment clause: a must
Evaluation of home value (Appraisal – you should pay for one)
Deposit Structure: Can you get a better deposit structure
Mortgage approval – a must
Pre-approval – a must
Insurance clause – a must
Location:
Flooding topography
Hwy access
Hydro box green
Road T
SITE PLAN disclosure – commercial or other future development, check with the city
Backing on to graveyards or other
WHAT FUTURE DEVELOPMENT WILL HAPPEN AROUND THE HOME is very import to value
Shopping close
Schools
Bus stops
Structure:
Model
Sqft cost
List of actual finishes
Design
Floor plan
How long is your Tarion Warranty, and what is under warranty and for how long?
Upgrades list and value $
Builder Insurance coverage
(* for information only – buyers need legal advice or to work with an agent)
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September 20th, 2023
The average sale price for a freehold-class property in August 2023 was $709,739
Ottawa Resale Market Stalls in August, Supply Challenges Persist!
Low inventory, not enough listings.
Source: OREB
The Ottawa Real Estate Board reported that its members sold 1,196 residential properties in August through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System data service, compared with 1,130 in August 2022, an increase of 6%. August’s sales included 903 in the freehold-property class, up 7% from a year ago, and 293 in the condominium-property category, a 2% increase from August 2022. The five-year average for total unit sales in August is 1,525.
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“Ottawa Sales activity was up marginally on a year-over-year basis in August but remained well below the historical average for this time of year,” says Ken Dekker, OREB President. “There is no shortage of demand given increased immigration and the large Canadian population cohort entering the market. The lack of suitable, affordable housing is a hindrance. High borrowing costs and economic uncertainty are impacting both sellers and buyers, which we expect will continue to result in further market fluctuations.”
Ottawa Real Estate Average Prices*:
- The average sale price for a freehold-class property in August was $709,739, an increase of 0.5% from 2022, and a 5.6% decrease over July 2023 prices.
- The average sale price for a condominium-class property was $425,968 an increase of 1% from a year ago, although 1.4% lower than July 2023 prices.
- With year-to-date average sale prices at $732,220 for freeholds and $432,571 for condos, these values represent an 8% decrease over 2022 for freehold-class properties and a 5.5% decrease for condominium-class properties.
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Price changes: September 2023 report
Number of Sold properties by week. vs other years 2023 report
NUMBER OF HOME FOR SALE ARE LOWER THAN OTHER YEARS
AVERAGE SALE Price Changes: SEPT 2023 report
IT LOOKS LIKE 2022 AND 2023 HAVE THE SAME AVERAGE SALE PRICE
RESIDENTIAL Price Changes: September 2023 report
LOW NUMBER OF LISTINGS, LOW SALE VOLUME 2023
NEW LISTINGS are down this week – this means low inventory : SEPT 2023 report
IT LOOKS LIKE WE ARE STILL LOW ON LISTINGS
PRICES ARE MORE AFFORDABLE NOW AND MAY MOVING BACK UP IF INVENTORY STAYS LOW, ACCORDING TO THE OTTAWA REAL ESTATE BOARD, SEPT 2023 REPORT.
Residential in Ottawa Real Estate shows -15% Down from last year Average price – However, it marks a 5% increase over January 2023.
Resale Market Stabilizes in February with a Glimmer of Hope for Buyers and Sellers Alike!
OREB NEWS
March 3, 2023
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) sold 855 residential properties in February through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System, compared with 1,411 in February 2022, a decrease of 39%. February’s sales included 633 in the freehold-property class, down 42% from a year ago, and 222 in the condominium-property category, a decrease of 31% from February 2022. The five-year average for total unit sales in February is 1,157.
“We’re going to see declines in transactions and prices when we compare current figures to last February — the height of the pandemic resale market activity,” says Ottawa Real Estate Board’s President Ken Dekker. “On the other hand, with the Bank of Canada holding interest rates steady, prospective buyers have more budget certainty to work with as we head into the spring market.”
By the Numbers – Average Prices*:
- The average sale price for a freehold-class property in February was $708,968, a decrease of 15% from 2022. However, it marks a 5% increase over January 2023.
- The average sale price for a condominium-class property was $410,927, decreasing 12% from a year ago.
- With year-to-date average sale prices at $695,086 for freeholds and $411,449 for condos, these values represent a 14% decrease over 2022 for freehold-class properties and a 10% decrease for condominium-class properties.
“The average price increase for freeholds over January could be an indicator that buyers have normalized to the current interest rates. And perhaps, it’s a glimmer of more activity to come in the months ahead.”
By the Numbers – Inventory & New Listings:
- Months of Inventory for the freehold-class properties has increased to 2.8 months from 0.7 months in February 2022.
- Months of Inventory for condominium-class properties has increased to 2.5 months from 0.7 months in February 2022.
- February’s new listings (1,366) were 22% lower than February 2022 (1,762) and up 3% from January 2023 (1,323). The 5-year average for new listings in February is 1,632.
- Days on market (DOM) for freeholds decreased from 43 to 37 days and 47 to 43 days for condos compared to last month.
“A decrease in the days on market, paired with fewer new listings entering the market, is good news for sellers,” says Dekker. “However, if that trend continues to impact our supply stock and we don’t get more inventory, our otherwise balanced market could swing back into seller’s territory — but it’s too early to predict.”
“The best advice for sellers and buyers in today’s market is to pay close attention to the comparison and competition insights only a REALTOR® can offer. Ottawa is made up of many micro-markets, and neighbourhood-level data is vital to standing out and closing deals.”
REALTORS® also help with finding rentals and vetting potential tenants. Since the beginning of the year, OREB Members have assisted clients with renting 995 properties compared to 800 last year at this time, an increase of 24%.
Details:
Average Sale Price February 2023= from $708,172 down to $620,088 (-12.4% down)
Quantity of sales: 2471 down to 1513 in Feb 2023 (-38% down)
CDOM= Re-listed : Days on Market from 27 to 69 days ( more days on market: +42 days)
DOM= Days on Market – from 19 days TO 44 days longer in 2023 ( more days on market: +25 days)
Lets look at this weekly average price in Ottawa real estate.
February 2023 – Resale Market Starts Slow as Buyers Remain Cautious
February 2, 2023
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) sold 606 residential properties in January through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System, compared with 933 in January 2022, a decrease of 35%. January’s sales included 460 in the freehold-property class, down 30% from a year ago, and 146 in the condominium-property category, a decrease of 47% from January 2022. The five-year average for total unit sales in January is 819.
“January’s marked slow down in unit sales over 2022 indicates potential home buyers are taking their time,” says OREB President Ken Dekker. “While last month saw the culmination of the succession of interest rate hikes announced by the Bank of Canada, affordability remains a factor. They may be waiting for a shift in listing prices. They’re being cautious in uncertain conditions.”
By the Numbers – Average Prices*:
- The average sale price for a condominium-class property in January was $412,244, a decrease of 8% from 2022.
- The average sale price for a freehold-class property was $676,272, decreasing 12% from a year ago.
“Despite the decrease in average prices, the market should not be considered on a downward slide,” says Dekker. “A hyper COVID-19 seller’s market is now leveling out to our current balanced market state.”
“On a positive note, in comparison to December’s figures, January’s average price of freehold properties increased by 3%. The average price of condos did fall by 5% compared to December but condo pricing tends to fluctuate more due to the small data set.”
By the Numbers – Inventory & New Listings:
- Months of Inventory for the freehold-class properties has increased to 3.8 months from 0.9 months in January 2022.
- Months of Inventory for condominium-class properties has increased to 3.8 months from 0.8 months in January 2022.
- January’s new listings (1,324) were 16% higher than 2022 (1,142) and up 89% from December 2022 (699). The 5-year average for new listings in January is 1,233.
“Ottawa’s inventory and days on market figures are typical for a balanced market and another sign that buyers are no longer racing to put in an offer,” says Dekker. “The increase in new listings and supply is a boon for home buyers, who now have more selection and the ability to put in conditions at a less frantic pace. REALTORS® are an essential resource in finding the right property for the right buyer. On the other side of the transaction, REALTORS® can help sellers with hyper-local insights about how to sell in their neighbourhood at a time when pricing is key.”
More people are turning to REALTORS® for help renting properties — 509 this month compared to 410 in January 2022, an increase of 24%. “Even with the increase in housing stock, the tighter rental market is another indication that affordability is keeping some potential buyers on the sidelines.”
* OREB cautions that the average sale price can be useful in establishing trends over time but should not be used as an indicator that specific properties have increased or decreased in value. The calculation of the average sale price is based on the total dollar volume of all properties sold. Price will vary from neighbourhood to neighbourhood.
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Taking a closer look at Ottawa home prices for November 2022. Down -4.3%
As we take a closer look at these November 2022 Real Estate prices below and above. We are seeing a 2 storey home selling for less this month. Listing a higher price, but Selling Less. The average price has dropped to (-4.3%) and homes are staying longer on the market.
So let’s look even closer:
Year to date chart: November 2022 to November 2023 prices are UP +8.7% for that same average price on the same home. The way we are seeing things..is that more or less we are entering into a Normal Market +4%to 5% per year increases as per normal before 2015. Everyone at my brokerage thinks, home prices in Ottawa went up too aggressively and now the party is over in Toronto and now in Ottawa!
We don’t think Double digits profit and these aggressive increases per year in the Ottawa Real Estate market is a healthy market.
Lets talk a bit about supply:
New Homes Supply is still very low and will continue to create demand and that means you pay more. See Condos went up 9.3% this month because of affordability and a lack of homes. Over Supply of homes are also not good, and that was the case in the US HOUSING CRASH around 2008 it stalled or crashed most economies including Canada.
Construction and Renovation a difficult permit process.
I would say, we do need to get more homes constructed right now, and building a home should be made much much easier. But it seems today you need a University Degree to deal with the building departments for the Construction of a family home. Apparently my grandfather grade 8 education is no good in our times. With his hand drawings or ruler and pencil wouldn’t work today to get a permit and he constructed 100s of homes as a carpenter, and he had 9 children all educated and fed well. Some people can only afford 1 child. What is wrong with our system in 2022? It simply broken with greed and we are seeing life keeps getting more expensive, harder and more controls placed upon us. It’s impossible building a home or renovation for an apartment in your basement, or building a sons home at the back on your 5 acre land . Our permit system is designed to stop us from building homes. All construction approval is controlled by a few, just like oil.
Conclusion: How about if the city would design 5-10 home models (standard family homes) for you to chose from, free of charge and ready to go, engineered stamped and approved drawings, with all technical drawing stamped for insurance. All designed and Ready for a person to build his/her home on a piece of land. Wouldn’t that be cheaper for the citizen and our kids to build a home? Wouldn’t that ready to go models stop all this red tape, delays, paperwork dance, back and forth approval drawings, months of planning? Just my thoughts on helping people get a home faster! I also think the government should be more involved in the home building for its citizens in 2022 as many developing countries do and since we all now know we have a supply problem.
Did you know: In the last 10 years Builders were only releasing to build a few homes at a time, and selling them in an Auction Sales day Now!! 10 homes for a 100 buyer and you bid. First release Sales day! Prices will continue to climb aggressively if we don’t address these lack of new home supply issues soon. That’s just my thoughts.
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Ottawa Real Estate News 21st October 2022 – Market slows to 0.5% per month.
Ottawa Average Home prices was up from Nov 2021 to Oct 2022 by 9.4% more, this past month shows 0.5% increase. Average price $703,000 on a residential freehold property and Condos show $425,000.
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