Stanhope

Stanhope, Ontario, Canada

Market snapshot

As of September 4, 2026, the median asking price in Stanhope is $599,450, across 98 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 105 days.

17 new listings came to market in Stanhope in the last 30 days.

Detached homes in Stanhope are listed at an average of $834,401 across 75 active listings.

Vacant land in Stanhope are listed at an average of $311,994 across 18 active listings.

About Stanhope

Stanhope is a small, cottage-and-rural residential area within the municipality of Dysart et al (Haliburton County), oriented around lakes, wooded lots, and low-density homes. The neighbourhood’s character is quiet and outdoors-focused, with a mix of full-time residents, retirees, and seasonal owners. Housing stock is dominated by detached houses, cabins/cottages, and newer custom builds on larger lots, so the market tends to be less liquid than urban centres and is more sensitive to interest rates and second-home demand.

Amenities are primarily car-dependent: residents rely on nearby Haliburton Village and surrounding communities for groceries, healthcare, and most services, while recreation (lakes, trails, boating, snowmobiling) is a major draw that supports short-term and seasonal rental demand. Schooling is served through the local public/catholic boards in the broader Haliburton area rather than walkable neighbourhood schools, and there is no local fixed-route transit (private vehicle is the norm). Real estate trends typically reflect a “cottage country” pattern—strong pandemic-era gains followed by normalization—resulting in modest recent price growth but relatively attractive gross yields when rentals are positioned toward seasonal/medium-term tenants.

Market pulse

Stanhope’s market is extremely tight right now with just 1 active listing and a median asking price of $899,900, giving sellers strong leverage and leaving buyers with limited choice. With homes averaging 74 days on market, pricing power appears mixed—serious buyers may need to act quickly on the right property, while investors can read the longer selling timeframe as a sign to stay selective and underwrite conservatively.

Getting around

Walk Score 0 · Bike Score 27

Frequently asked questions about Stanhope

What is the average home price in Stanhope?

The median asking price in Stanhope is $599,450, across 98 active MLS® listings as of September 4, 2026. The average asking price is $765,774. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Stanhope?

There are 98 active MLS® listings in Stanhope as of September 4, 2026. 17 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Stanhope?

Homes currently listed in Stanhope have been on the market an average of 105 days as of September 4, 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 Stanhope?

Of the 98 homes currently listed in Stanhope, 77% detached houses, 18% vacant land, 2% multi-family homes, 1% commercial properties.

Is Stanhope walkable?

Stanhope has a Walk Score of 0 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — almost all errands require a car. Bike Score is 27.

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