Amaranth

Amaranth, Ontario, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Amaranth is $1,199,999, across 70 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 64 days.

17 new listings came to market in Amaranth in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $391 per square foot, based on the 5 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Amaranth are listed at an average of $1,554,810 across 47 active listings.

Vacant land in Amaranth are listed at an average of $728,013 across 16 active listings.

Big skies, long driveways, quiet roads

About Amaranth

Amaranth Township sits just west of Orangeville, a patchwork of rolling fields, gravel concessions, and small crossroads hamlets where the loudest soundtrack is often wind in the maples and the occasional tractor on its way home. Historically tied to agriculture and the steady rhythm of rural life, it still reads as “country” first—rail fences, barn roofs, and estate gates set back from the road, with views that stretch farther than your phone signal sometimes does.

The people who choose Amaranth tend to be space-seekers: families wanting room for kids and dogs, hobby farmers and equestrian households, and long-term residents with deep roots in Dufferin County. There’s also a notable commuter contingent—drivers who trade a longer morning ride for privacy at night—heading into Orangeville for errands and services, or farther south to Brampton, Mississauga, and the GTA. With a Walk Score of 0, daily life is intentionally car-based; “running out for milk” is a planned outing, and weekend routines often involve a loop through Orangeville’s shops, rinks, and restaurants.

Real estate here is defined by land more than streetscape: estate lots, farm properties, and custom homes with outbuildings, workshops, and room to breathe. Inventory tends to be limited and varied—everything from century farmhouses to newer builds—so prices can swing significantly based on acreage, condition, and features like barns, ponds, and secondary structures. Buyers are typically long-horizon, looking for privacy, utility, and the kind of quiet that doesn’t come with a condo rulebook—just a longer driveway and darker night skies.

Market pulse

Amaranth’s market is offering buyers meaningful choice, with 213 active listings and 53 new listings added in the past 30 days, suggesting fresh inventory and solid seller activity. With a median asking price of $879,999, an average of $2,299/sqft, and homes taking about 74 days on market, conditions point to a more measured pace where buyers and investors can be selective and negotiate based on pricing and days-on-market trends.

Getting around

Walk Score 0 · Bike Score 26

Frequently asked questions about Amaranth

What is the average home price in Amaranth?

The median asking price in Amaranth is $1,199,999, across 70 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $1,400,265. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Amaranth?

There are 70 active MLS® listings in Amaranth as of August 12, 2026. 17 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Amaranth?

Homes currently listed in Amaranth have been on the market an average of 64 days as of August 12, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.

What types of homes are for sale in Amaranth?

Of the 70 homes currently listed in Amaranth, 67% detached houses, 23% vacant land, 3% commercial properties.

Is Amaranth walkable?

Amaranth has a Walk Score of 0 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — almost all errands require a car. Bike Score is 26.

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