Grimsby

Grimsby, Ontario, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Grimsby is $727,400, across 283 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 83 days.

85 new listings came to market in Grimsby in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $502 per square foot, based on the 117 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Grimsby are listed at an average of $1,349,314 across 115 active listings.

Condos in Grimsby are listed at an average of $497,027 across 64 active listings.

Townhouses in Grimsby are listed at an average of $643,451 across 53 active listings.

Vacant land in Grimsby are listed at an average of $1,155,623 across 26 active listings.

About Grimsby

Grimsby neighbourhood (the town’s central and most established area around Downtown/Main Street and extending toward the QEW corridor) blends small-town waterfront character with steady in-migration from the GTA and Hamilton-Niagara region. Housing is a mix of post-war detached homes, newer townhomes/condos near the QEW and along major corridors, and pockets of higher-end properties closer to the Niagara Escarpment. The area skews toward families and working professionals, with a growing share of downsizers attracted by walkability, the lakefront setting, and comparatively attainable pricing versus Burlington/Oakville.

Amenities include Downtown Grimsby’s shops, restaurants, and services, the Grimsby-on-the-Lake waterfront area, parks and trails (including connections toward the Bruce Trail/Escarpment), and quick access to Niagara’s wine region. Schools commonly serving the area include local Grimsby elementary schools and Grimsby Secondary School, with French-language options available in the broader Niagara region. Transit is primarily car-based; commuters rely on the QEW for access to Hamilton, Burlington, and the GTA, with regional bus connections and nearby GO rail options in adjacent municipalities for some commuters. Recent market trends have been shaped by higher interest rates dampening sales volumes while supporting rental demand; condos and townhomes tend to rent strongly, while detached homes show more sensitivity to financing conditions, resulting in moderate but improving price momentum relative to peak-cycle years.

Market pulse

Grimsby’s market is offering plenty of choice with 398 active listings and 135 new listings in the past 30 days, giving buyers and investors more room to compare options and negotiate. With a median asking price of $797,000 and an average of $504/sqft, pricing is holding at a moderate level, while the 89-day average time on market suggests a slower pace that rewards patience and disciplined deal selection.

Frequently asked questions about Grimsby

What is the average home price in Grimsby?

The median asking price in Grimsby is $727,400, across 283 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $967,190. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Grimsby?

There are 283 active MLS® listings in Grimsby as of August 12, 2026. 85 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Grimsby?

Homes currently listed in Grimsby have been on the market an average of 83 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 Grimsby?

Of the 283 homes currently listed in Grimsby, 41% detached houses, 23% condos, 19% townhouses, 9% vacant land.

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