Hearst, Ontario
As of September 26, 2026, the median asking price in Hearst is $304,500, across 10 active MLS® listings.
Those listings have been on the market an average of 74 days.
2 new listings came to market in Hearst in the last 30 days.
Francophone roots, Northern quiet streets
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.
Hearst covers about 99 km², so a single Walk Score®, Transit Score® or Bike Score® measured at one point would not describe it. How easily you can get around depends on which part of Hearst you are in — check the score for a specific address.
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