Markham, Ontario, Canada
As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Markham is $998,000, across 1,081 active MLS® listings.
Those listings have been on the market an average of 70 days.
355 new listings came to market in Markham in the last 30 days.
Asking prices work out to about $757 per square foot, based on the 247 listings that report floor area.
Detached homes in Markham are listed at an average of $1,870,856 across 403 active listings.
Condos in Markham are listed at an average of $747,179 across 235 active listings.
Townhouses in Markham are listed at an average of $969,385 across 154 active listings.
Homes in Markham are listed at an average of $767,002 across 100 active listings.
Heritage streets, modern family living
In the older heart of Markham—anchored by Historic Main Street Markham—front porches, mature maples, and brick storefronts set a pace that feels notably different from the glass-and-steel nodes along Highway 7. This is a neighbourhood where heritage façades share the block with thoughtfully updated detached homes, and where weekend plans can be as simple as a walk for coffee, a browse through local shops, and a stop at the farmers’ market when it’s in season.
The area draws a mix of established families, professionals, and long-time residents who value stability, school options, and a quieter streetscape. Daily life is more “drive-and-park” than truly walkable (Walk Score around 40), but the tradeoff is space: wider lots, backyards, and a low-rise environment that still feels distinctly suburban. Access to parks and community facilities is a major pull, and the neighbourhood’s civic identity is reinforced by nearby heritage sites and cultural venues that keep the community feeling cohesive.
Real estate here is defined by variety and scarcity. You’ll see character homes near the village core, 1970s–1990s family houses in established subdivisions, and occasional infill or rebuilds that lift the ceiling on pricing. Demand tends to stay resilient thanks to limited turnover, strong owner-occupancy, and buyers who want a “forever home” vibe—often prioritizing lot size, a finished basement, and proximity to schools and the GO corridor over condo amenities.
Markham’s market is showing strong selection with 2,186 active for-sale listings and 665 new listings in the past 30 days, giving buyers and investors more options and leverage. The median asking price is $930,000 and homes average $646/sqft, while the 69-day average time on market points to a more patient, negotiation-friendly pace than a rapid sell-through environment. For investors, the deeper inventory and longer marketing times may support value-focused acquisitions, but pricing remains resilient, so disciplined deal selection is key.
Walk Score 40 · Transit Score 47 · Bike Score 36
The median asking price in Markham is $998,000, across 1,081 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $1,275,047. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.
There are 1,081 active MLS® listings in Markham as of August 12, 2026. 355 of them came to market in the last 30 days.
Homes currently listed in Markham have been on the market an average of 70 days as of August 12, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.
Of the 1,081 homes currently listed in Markham, 37% detached houses, 22% condos, 14% townhouses, 6% commercial properties.
Markham has a Walk Score of 40 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — most errands require a car. Transit Score is 47. Bike Score is 36.