Activity slows in line with typical seasonal trends

Modest year-over-year gain in sales

December 2024 | November 2024 Stats

Hamilton, ON (December 5, 2024) – Sales, new listings and inventory levels all trended down over October levels, which aligns with typical seasonal behaviour. However, sales did see modest gains over last November. Year-over-year gains occurred in all regions, but only Haldimand County reported sales above long-term trends.

“Many potential purchasers defer purchasing decisions this time of year until the new year. With recent interest rate cuts, we expect buyers will be incentivized to enter the market in 2025. The recent easing of mortgage restrictions and Bank of Canada cuts are making purchasing more attainable for hopeful buyers,” says Nicolas von Bredow, Cornerstone spokesperson for the Hamilton-Burlington market area.

New listings trended down both over last month and last year’s levels. Despite the pullback, levels were high enough relative to sales to prevent any significant adjustment in inventory levels. With four months of supply, we are still seeing elevated supply levels compared to recent years. The unadjusted benchmark price was $818,000 in November, similar to last month and nearly two per cent higher than last year, when prices reported higher declines. Despite some adjustments throughout the year, year-to-date prices are less than one per cent lower than last year’s levels.

Specific neighbourhoods within the overall RAHB market see results that often differ from the entire RAHB market area. Neighbourhoods vary and determining the right price and conditions when buying or selling a property can be challenging. Local RAHB REALTORS® have the experience, knowledge and tools to help buyers and sellers make those big decisions.

“It’s never too early to talk to a member of the REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington about your real estate and investment goals. Whether you are buying or selling, RAHB REALTORS® have the best tools and systems to help you navigate the market.”

**Average sale price can be useful in establishing long-term trends but should not be used as an indicator that specific properties have increased or decreased in value. Talk to your local REALTOR®.

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