Hearst

Hearst, Ontario, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Hearst is $266,000, across 10 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 52 days.

4 new listings came to market in Hearst in the last 30 days.

Detached homes in Hearst are listed at an average of $339,200 across 5 active listings.

Francophone roots, Northern quiet streets

About Hearst

In Hearst’s core residential streets, the pace is unhurried and the identity is unmistakably francophone—front-porch conversations in French, kids biking between tidy yards, and winter’s long glow reflected off snowbanks and spruce. It’s a northern Ontario neighbourhood where daily life is shaped by practicality: short drives, walkable errands, and a community that tends to know its neighbours. With a Walk Score around 68, it’s the kind of place where you can walk to essentials in town, then come home to the calm of low-traffic blocks.

Housing here is mostly low-rise and low-density: detached homes (many with basements, wood stoves, and generous lots), a scattering of duplexes, and a handful of small multi-unit rentals that serve workers, young families, and students. The streetscape is defined by modest, well-kept properties rather than big new subdivisions—updated kitchens beside original paneling, newer siding next to older brick, and garages that double as workshop space. It feels built for northern life: storage for skidoos, room for firewood, and driveways that make sense when the plows have been through.

The market tends to be grounded and local, influenced by employment tied to forestry and wood products, public services, and regional trades—steady, practical demand rather than speculative churn. Buyers often prioritize value, yard space, and a home that’s been maintained through hard winters; sellers tend to be long-time residents moving within town or passing homes to a new generation. For renters, the limited supply of small buildings can make well-located units—close to downtown services and community facilities—especially sought after.

Market pulse

In the Hearst neighbourhood of Hearst, Ontario, current live market data is limited, so there aren’t enough up-to-date sales or pricing numbers to confidently quantify trends right now. For buyers and investors, this likely points to a thinly traded market where individual listings can drive pricing and timing, making it especially important to track new inventory closely and benchmark against recent comparable sales as they appear.

Getting around

Walk Score 68 · Bike Score 54

Frequently asked questions about Hearst

What is the average home price in Hearst?

The median asking price in Hearst is $266,000, across 10 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $345,700. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Hearst?

There are 10 active MLS® listings in Hearst as of August 12, 2026. 4 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Hearst?

Homes currently listed in Hearst have been on the market an average of 52 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 Hearst?

Of the 10 homes currently listed in Hearst, 50% detached houses, 10% multi-family homes, 10% vacant land, 10% triplexes.

Is Hearst walkable?

Hearst has a Walk Score of 68 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Somewhat Walkable — some errands can be accomplished on foot. Bike Score is 54.

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