Chalk River, Ontario, Canada
As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Chalk River is $449,900, across 5 active MLS® listings.
Those listings have been on the market an average of 148 days.
Detached homes in Chalk River are listed at an average of $530,920 across 5 active listings.
Chalk River is a small, tightly knit riverside community in Renfrew County, roughly halfway between Pembroke and Deep River along Highway 17. The neighbourhood has a distinctly rural–North Ontario feel: wooded lots, modest streets, and a mix of long-time residents, families connected to regional employers, and retirees drawn by the quieter pace and access to the Ottawa River. Daily life tends to revolve around outdoor recreation (boating, fishing, snowmobiling, hiking) and the convenience of being close to larger service centres while still feeling removed from city traffic.
Amenities in Chalk River are limited but practical—local services and essentials are nearby, with more comprehensive shopping, medical services, and recreation typically accessed in Deep River, Petawawa, or Pembroke. School options for many families are generally in surrounding communities within Renfrew County school networks rather than within the immediate village core, so driving or school busing is common. Transit is primarily car-dependent: Highway 17 is the main connection, and intercity bus service is not a reliable day-to-day option for most households.
Real estate in Chalk River is characterized by lower density housing with a mix of older single-detached homes, cottages converted to year-round use, and some newer builds on larger lots. The market generally tracks broader Ottawa Valley trends: demand often comes from buyers seeking affordability and space, as well as seasonal buyers looking for waterfront or near-water access. Inventory can be limited, and prices tend to vary widely based on lot size, condition, and proximity to the river; waterfront properties typically command a premium compared with inland homes.
Chalk River’s market is moderately supplied with 6 active listings and a median asking price of $439,900, while homes are taking an average of 108 days to sell, pointing to a slower-paced environment. With 4 new listings in the past 30 days, inventory is being refreshed, giving buyers and investors more choice and leverage on price and terms, but requiring patience on timelines and a focus on well-positioned properties.
The median asking price in Chalk River is $449,900, across 5 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $530,920. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.
There are 5 active MLS® listings in Chalk River as of August 12, 2026.
Homes currently listed in Chalk River have been on the market an average of 148 days as of August 12, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.