Minden

Minden, Ontario, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 13, 2026, the median asking price in Minden is $499,450, across 57 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 81 days.

12 new listings came to market in Minden in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $309 per square foot, based on the 7 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Minden are listed at an average of $611,796 across 35 active listings.

Vacant land in Minden are listed at an average of $375,870 across 10 active listings.

About Minden

Minden is the historic village core and surrounding residential area in the Municipality of Minden Hills, anchored by the Gull River, the Trent–Severn Waterway (via nearby Gull Lake access), and a walkable main street with local shops, dining, and services. The neighbourhood has a small-town, cottage-country character with a mix of year-round residents (families, trades, and retirees) and seasonal owners drawn to nearby lakes (Kashagawigamog, Twelve Mile, and Gull). Key amenities include the Minden Community Centre and arena, local healthcare and clinics, grocery and hardware options, the Haliburton County Rail Trail, and easy access to hiking, paddling, and winter recreation.

Schools serving the area include Archie Stouffer Elementary School and Haliburton Highlands Secondary School (in nearby Haliburton), with French-language options more limited and typically involving longer commutes. Transit is primarily car-dependent; there is no commuter rail, and regional bus options are limited, making the area best suited to tenants and owners with vehicles. Real estate is dominated by detached homes, rural properties, and nearby waterfront/near-water stock; investor demand is often driven by lifestyle migration from the GTA, second-home buyers, and short-term rental potential tied to tourism. Pricing trends have been more volatile than larger cities (strong pandemic-era gains followed by normalization), while rents have been supported by limited long-term supply and a steady base of local employment in trades, services, and municipal/health sectors.

Market pulse

Minden’s market currently has 55 active listings with a median asking price of $524,450 and an average of $312/sqft, suggesting a broad range of options for buyers while prices remain relatively steady. Homes are taking an average of 78 days to sell, and with 13 new listings in the past 30 days, buyers and investors may find improving selection and more room to negotiate, especially on listings that have been sitting longer.

Getting around

Walk Score 58 · Bike Score 21

Frequently asked questions about Minden

What is the average home price in Minden?

The median asking price in Minden is $499,450, across 57 active MLS® listings as of August 13, 2026. The average asking price is $677,465. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Minden?

There are 57 active MLS® listings in Minden as of August 13, 2026. 12 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Minden?

Homes currently listed in Minden have been on the market an average of 81 days as of August 13, 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 Minden?

Of the 57 homes currently listed in Minden, 61% detached houses, 18% vacant land, 7% commercial properties, 2% condos.

Is Minden walkable?

Minden has a Walk Score of 58 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Somewhat Walkable — some errands can be accomplished on foot. Bike Score is 21.

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