Pickering

Pickering, Ontario, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Pickering is $899,000, across 389 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 61 days.

147 new listings came to market in Pickering in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $351 per square foot, based on the 28 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Pickering are listed at an average of $1,619,209 across 196 active listings.

Townhouses in Pickering are listed at an average of $705,544 across 113 active listings.

Condos in Pickering are listed at an average of $527,010 across 37 active listings.

Commercial properties in Pickering are listed at an average of $238,582 across 11 active listings.

Quiet streets, commuter-ready living

About Pickering

Pickering (the neighbourhood) sits in the city’s geographic middle—an older, settled pocket where the houses tell the story of post-war growth: brick bungalows with wide lots, split-levels, and detached homes that have been steadily updated with open-concept kitchens, added bedrooms, and backyard decks made for long summer evenings. The streets are notably calm, with mature trees and a lived-in feel that’s hard to replicate in newer subdivisions.

This is a place that reads “family first” in everyday details: kids’ bikes on driveways, long-time neighbours who know each other by name, and a steady rhythm of commuters heading toward the GO Station or the 401 before sunrise. You’ll find established families, downsizers who want to stay close to familiar amenities, and move-up buyers priced out of Toronto who still want a traditional detached-home lifestyle without giving up access to the rest of the GTA.

Real estate here tends to reward patience and discernment: renovated bungalows and updated detached homes command a premium, while original-condition properties can offer a more accessible entry point for buyers willing to modernize. Townhomes and a smaller share of low- to mid-rise rentals add a bit of variety, but this remains a largely car-dependent neighbourhood (walk score 0) where daily errands are typically a short drive—one reason garages, driveways, and practical layouts are so valued.

Market pulse

Pickering’s Pickering neighbourhood currently has 1,023 active for-sale listings with a median asking price of $890,000, averaging $1,637 per square foot and about 61 days on market. With 381 new listings added in the past 30 days, supply is staying elevated, giving buyers and investors more selection and leverage to negotiate on price and terms. At the same time, the relatively long selling time suggests pricing discipline matters—well-positioned value opportunities may be available, but over-asking strategies may face resistance.

Getting around

Walk Score 0 · Transit Score 25 · Bike Score 24

Frequently asked questions about Pickering

What is the average home price in Pickering?

The median asking price in Pickering is $899,000, across 389 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $1,222,583. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Pickering?

There are 389 active MLS® listings in Pickering as of August 12, 2026. 147 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Pickering?

Homes currently listed in Pickering have been on the market an average of 61 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 Pickering?

Of the 389 homes currently listed in Pickering, 50% detached houses, 29% townhouses, 10% condos, 3% commercial properties.

Is Pickering walkable?

Pickering has a Walk Score of 0 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — almost all errands require a car. Transit Score is 25. Bike Score is 24.

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