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January 2026 Real Estate Market Update – Etobicoke West (W8)

January 2026 Real Estate Market Update – Etobicoke West (W8)

The January 2026 real estate market in Etobicoke West (W8) — including Centennial Park, Markland Wood, Eringate, Eatonville, Islington City Centre, Etobicoke City Centre, West Deane Park, Princess Rosethorn, Edenbridge-Humber Valley, Lambton Mills, and The Kingsway — showed notable shifts compared to January 2025.

Here’s what buyers and sellers need to know.

📊 Sales Activity Slowed Year-Over-Year

  • January 2025 Sales: 74

  • January 2026 Sales: 50

  • Decrease: 32.4%

Sales volume was down year-over-year, indicating a more cautious start to 2026. This reduction in activity may reflect buyer hesitation, affordability pressures, or changing mortgage conditions.

💰 Average Prices Increased

  • January 2025 Average Price: $956,750

  • January 2026 Average Price: $1,075,470

  • Increase: 12.41%

Despite fewer sales, average prices rose significantly. This suggests strong demand for quality homes, particularly in higher-end segments of the market.

🏡 New Listings Down

  • January 2025 New Listings: 241

  • January 2026 New Listings: 204

  • Decrease: 15.35%

Inventory tightened compared to last year, which can help support pricing, especially in desirable neighbourhoods like The Kingsway, Edenbridge-Humber Valley, and Princess Rosethorn.

⏳ Days on Market Increased

  • January 2025: 38 days

  • January 2026: 48 days

  • Increase: 26.32%

Homes are taking longer to sell compared to last year. This suggests buyers are being more selective and strategic in their decision-making.

Sales & Average Price by Home Type – January 2026

Detached Homes

  • 18 Sales

  • Average Price: $1,910,889

Detached homes remain the strongest price category, especially in premium pockets like The Kingsway and Edenbridge.

Semi-Detached Homes

  • 2 Sales

  • Average Price: $1,109,500

Limited inventory contributed to higher pricing in this segment.

Condo Apartments

  • 26 Sales

  • Average Price: $539,712

Condo apartments represented the highest number of transactions, offering more affordable entry points into the Etobicoke market.

Condo Townhomes

  • 3 Sales

  • Average Price: $650,000

Freehold Townhomes

  • 1 Sale

  • Average Price: $1,176,000

What This Means for Buyers and Sellers in Etobicoke

For Sellers:
Pricing strategy is critical. While average prices are up, homes are taking longer to sell. Proper staging, professional marketing, and strong negotiation matter more than ever.

For Buyers:
With fewer competing buyers and longer days on market, there may be opportunities to negotiate — particularly in condo and townhome segments.

If you’re considering buying or selling in Etobicoke West (W8) or surrounding neighbourhoods, understanding hyper-local trends makes all the difference.

Maureen Reed
Sales Representative
Direct: 416-895-4883
Right at Home Realty


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