Welcome to this week’s Oakville Market Report.
As temperatures continue to drop, the real estate market has officially shifted into a typical winter pattern. Let’s take a look at the latest numbers.
Market Activity in the Past Week
In the past seven days, Oakville recorded:
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66 new listings (down 21 from the previous week)
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43 sales (down 8 from the previous week)
Compared to the same period last year, activity has declined even more noticeably, with total sales down 39% year-over-year.
Showing Activity
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This week: 1,675 showings
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Last week: 2,005 showings
➡️ A decline of 16.5%
Despite this slowdown, one core market indicator remains unchanged:
👉 It still takes an average of 24–25 showings for a property to sell.
This tells us that while the market is quiet, buyers are still present — they are simply moving more slowly and acting more cautiously.
Winter Market Dynamics
As we enter December, the number of new listings is dropping noticeably. Many sellers who have been on the market for weeks without achieving their desired price are choosing to temporarily take their property off the market, waiting for greater clarity in the spring market.
Within our own team:
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Two listings were taken off the market
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One will be relaunched in the spring
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Another larger home has been switched to a rental, with plans to sell in the future
On the other hand, we currently have several highly motivated buyers who are actively searching but struggling to find suitable options.
This perfectly illustrates a classic winter market:
👉 Motivated buyers can’t find enough inventory
👉 Sellers who are not urgent prefer not to list now
The result is a season characterized by low supply, low sales, and caution on both sides.
What This Means for Buyers
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Winter can be an excellent time to secure a deal
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However, inventory is limited
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You should monitor the market closely and act quickly when a good property appears
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There is generally more room for negotiation than in the spring market
What This Means for Sellers
If you must sell, winter can actually work in your favour:
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Competition is extremely low
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Serious buyers are still in the market
However:
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Expect longer showing periods and slower negotiations
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If timing is flexible, listing in early spring may achieve better exposure and momentum
Overall, winter is a season where both buyers and sellers benefit from patience and strategic decision-making.
Community Highlight: Our Annual Christmas Family Fun Event
Yesterday, we hosted our annual Christmas Family Fun Event, and it was truly a wonderful gathering.
More than 130 families and over 400 guests joined us for a morning of celebration.
We screened the highly-rated film Zootopia 2, and the event also featured:
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Photos with Santa
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Face painting
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Nail painting
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Children’s colouring activities
The atmosphere was warm, joyful, and full of holiday spirit.
A heartfelt thank-you to every client, friend, and family who attended.
Your support is the reason we continue this community tradition year after year, creating a meaningful and memorable experience for local families.
Closing Thoughts
This is Fisher, and that concludes this week’s Oakville Market Update.
If you’re considering buying or selling this winter and want tailored strategies for today’s market, feel free to reach out anytime.
See you next week!
