Port Dover

Port Dover, Ontario, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Port Dover is $749,900, across 171 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 84 days.

36 new listings came to market in Port Dover in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $439 per square foot, based on the 112 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Port Dover are listed at an average of $914,912 across 109 active listings.

Townhouses in Port Dover are listed at an average of $638,179 across 25 active listings.

Vacant land in Port Dover are listed at an average of $1,378,386 across 14 active listings.

Condos in Port Dover are listed at an average of $431,056 across 9 active listings.

About Port Dover

Port Dover is a lakeside resort-style neighbourhood on the north shore of Lake Erie, known for its walkable core around Main Street and the beach, marinas, and a strong seasonal tourism economy. Housing is a mix of older cottages and bungalows, modest family homes, and an increasing share of renovated waterfront or near-water properties that attract retirees and second-home buyers from Southern Ontario. Demographics skew older than provincial averages, with many households drawn by the small-town lifestyle, lake access, and community events, while year-round employment options are more limited and tied to nearby Norfolk County centres and regional commuting.

Amenities centre on the waterfront (beach, pier, boating), local shops and restaurants, and recreation facilities in the broader Norfolk area; everyday services often require short drives to Simcoe. Schools serving the area are primarily Norfolk County public and Catholic options (elementary locally, with secondary options typically in nearby communities). Transit is car-dependent with limited local/regional service; most residents rely on driving for work and errands. Real estate trends are characterized by pandemic-era run-ups followed by normalization: demand remains supported by lifestyle buyers and constrained supply near the lake, while higher rates have tempered short-term price growth. For investors, cash flow is helped by small-town rent-to-price ratios, but the market is sensitive to seasonality, short-term rental regulation, and the premium pricing of properties closest to the water.

Market pulse

Port Dover currently has 182 active listings with a median asking price of $760,950 and an average of $451/sqft, suggesting pricing remains firm but offers room to compare value across the available inventory. Homes are averaging 83 days on market, and with 39 new listings in the past 30 days, buyers and investors have a steady flow of options and time to negotiate, especially on listings that have been sitting longer.

Getting around

Walk Score 70 · Bike Score 44

Frequently asked questions about Port Dover

What is the average home price in Port Dover?

The median asking price in Port Dover is $749,900, across 171 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $900,220. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Port Dover?

There are 171 active MLS® listings in Port Dover as of August 12, 2026. 36 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Port Dover?

Homes currently listed in Port Dover have been on the market an average of 84 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 Port Dover?

Of the 171 homes currently listed in Port Dover, 64% detached houses, 15% townhouses, 8% vacant land, 5% condos.

Is Port Dover walkable?

Port Dover has a Walk Score of 70 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Very Walkable — most errands can be accomplished on foot. Bike Score is 44.

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