Pelee Island

Pelee Island, Ontario, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Pelee Island is $624,900, across 15 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 115 days.

3 new listings came to market in Pelee Island in the last 30 days.

Detached homes in Pelee Island are listed at an average of $636,330 across 10 active listings.

About Pelee Island

Pelee Island is Ontario’s southernmost community, a small, largely seasonal neighbourhood defined by cottages, waterfront parcels, vineyards, and conservation lands (including Fish Point and other nature areas). Demographics skew older and leisure-oriented, with a significant portion of homes used as second residences; year-round population is small and services are limited compared with mainland Essex County. Key amenities are concentrated around the Westview area (the ferry dock), including the general store/LCBO outlet, cafés/restaurants in season, marinas, beaches, winery tasting rooms, and extensive cycling/birding routes.

There are no major urban transit options; access is primarily via the Owen Sound/Leamington ferry and private boats, and vehicle dependence is high. School options on-island are limited and many families rely on mainland schooling and services; healthcare and shopping also often require a mainland trip. The real estate market is thinly traded and driven by lifestyle demand for waterfront and recreational properties, leading to higher volatility and longer days on market outside peak season. Investment performance tends to hinge on short-term/seasonal rentals and peak summer occupancy, with cash flow constrained by high carrying costs (insurance, maintenance, utilities) and risk factors like weather and service disruptions, while long-run value is supported by scarcity of land and waterfront supply.

Market pulse

Pelee Island currently has 15 active listings with a median asking price of $575,000 and an average of $252/sqft, suggesting a niche market with pricing that may vary meaningfully by property type and condition. Homes are taking an average of 125 days to sell and only 1 new listing came to market in the past 30 days, pointing to limited fresh inventory and a slower pace that can give buyers room to negotiate while requiring investors to plan for longer holding times.

Frequently asked questions about Pelee Island

What is the average home price in Pelee Island?

The median asking price in Pelee Island is $624,900, across 15 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $571,260. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Pelee Island?

There are 15 active MLS® listings in Pelee Island as of August 12, 2026. 3 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Pelee Island?

Homes currently listed in Pelee Island have been on the market an average of 115 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 Pelee Island?

Of the 15 homes currently listed in Pelee Island, 67% detached houses, 27% vacant land.

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