Hastings Highlands

Hastings Highlands, Ontario, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Hastings Highlands is $639,000, across 101 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 109 days.

8 new listings came to market in Hastings Highlands in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $488 per square foot, based on the 3 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Hastings Highlands are listed at an average of $855,055 across 69 active listings.

Vacant land in Hastings Highlands are listed at an average of $290,568 across 22 active listings.

Homes in Hastings Highlands are listed at an average of $616,280 across 5 active listings.

About Hastings Highlands

Hastings Highlands is a large, rural township in North Hastings County defined by lakes, forests, and small settlements rather than a dense, walkable “neighbourhood” core. Housing is primarily detached homes, cottages, and waterfront properties on and around Baptiste Lake, Elephant Lake, and the York River corridor, with a meaningful share of seasonal/recreational dwellings. The population skews older with a mix of long-time residents, retirees, trades/remote workers, and recreational owners; demand is driven by lifestyle buyers seeking space and water access, plus spillover from higher-priced markets in Southern Ontario.

Amenities are modest and dispersed: everyday services are limited within the township, while larger shopping, healthcare, and employment nodes are typically reached in Bancroft (nearby) and onward to Peterborough/Ottawa for specialized needs. School options are limited locally, with families often relying on nearby communities for broader programming. Transit is car-dependent with no commuter rail; access is primarily via Highway 62 and regional roads, which can influence winter accessibility for some rural/waterfront roads. Real estate trends tend to be more volatile than urban markets—waterfront and well-located cottages command premiums and can appreciate strongly in boom periods, while off-water rural homes may see slower liquidity; rental demand is present but more seasonal and price-sensitive, making short-term rental potential attractive where permitted, while long-term rentals are constrained by a smaller tenant pool and limited employment base.

Market pulse

Hastings Highlands currently has 207 active listings with a median asking price of $549,999 and an average of $338/sqft, offering buyers a broad selection across price points. Homes are taking an average of 102 days to sell, and with 33 new listings added in the past 30 days, conditions suggest a market where patience and negotiation room may benefit buyers and value-focused investors.

Getting around

Walk Score 0 · Bike Score 23

Frequently asked questions about Hastings Highlands

What is the average home price in Hastings Highlands?

The median asking price in Hastings Highlands is $639,000, across 101 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $728,224. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Hastings Highlands?

There are 101 active MLS® listings in Hastings Highlands as of August 12, 2026. 8 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Hastings Highlands?

Homes currently listed in Hastings Highlands have been on the market an average of 109 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 Hastings Highlands?

Of the 101 homes currently listed in Hastings Highlands, 68% detached houses, 22% vacant land, 1% commercial properties, 1% multi-family homes.

Is Hastings Highlands walkable?

Hastings Highlands 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 23.

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