How is the Markham real estate market performing as we move through December 2025?
As the year wraps up and winter settles in, Markham’s real estate landscape continues to show a steady but cautious rhythm. December is historically quieter, but this year’s pace reflects both seasonal patterns and the current economic climate.

Many buyers are adopting a “wait-and-see” approach with interest rates, while others, often guided by trusted real estate professionals like Michael John Lau and Neeraj Moolchandani of the Kaizen Real Estate Team, are taking advantage of winter opportunities such as lower competition and more negotiable pricing.

With 2026 approaching, here’s your complete December 2025 market update for Markham, along with the latest GTA context from TRREB’s November report.

📊 Markham Housing Market Summary – November 2025

Overall Market Activity

• Average Home Price: $1,149,893

• New Listings: 514

• Homes Sold: 219

Markham enters December with a balanced but selective market. Buyers have more inventory to choose from, and sellers benefit from less competition than in the spring and fall markets. Strategic pricing and professional presentation, something Michael and Neeraj emphasize with every client, remain critical for achieving strong results.

🏡 Detached Homes in Markham – December 2025

Detached homes continue to lead the market in both value and demand.

• Sales: 89

• New Listings: 216

• Average Price: $1,595,561

Top-performing family neighborhoods such as Unionville, Angus Glen, Berczy Village, Cornell, and Wismer continue to attract serious buyers. With more listings available, sellers must position their homes competitively, a strategy that Michael and Neeraj often maximize through comparative market analysis, staging guidance, and targeted marketing.

🏘 Semi-Detached Homes in Markham – December 2025

Semi-detached homes remain resilient due to limited supply and consistent demand.

• Sales: 13

• New Listings: 24

• Average Price: $1,069,231

This segment remains popular among young families and move-up buyers looking for more space without crossing into detached-home pricing. Neighbourhoods like Cornell, Raymerville, Greensborough, and Markham Village continue to see stable activity.

❄️ December & Winter Market Trends in Markham

Is December a good time to buy a home in Markham?
Yes — winter often offers:

• Lower competition

• Motivated sellers

• Strong negotiation opportunities

Is December a good time to sell a home in Markham?
It can be an advantage.
With fewer homes on the market, listings tend to stand out, especially when marketed by professionals like Michael and Neeraj, who specialize in winter and off-season listing strategies.

Why is the real estate market slower in December?

• Holiday season

• Shorter viewing hours

• Buyer caution due to economic uncertainty

• Natural seasonal slowdown

📉 GTA Market Update (Latest Regional Data – November 2025)

GTA-wide sales and listings softened, reflecting broader buyer caution across the region.

GTA November 2025 Highlights

• Sales: 5,010 (↓ 15.8% YoY)

• New Listings: 11,134 (↓ 4% YoY)

• MLS® HPI Composite Benchmark: ↓ 5.8% YoY

• Average GTA Price: $1,039,458 (↓ 6.4% YoY)

TRREB President Elechia Barry-Sproule shared:

“There are many GTA households who want to take advantage of lower borrowing costs and more favourable selling prices. What they need most is confidence in their long-term employment outlook… If this momentum continues, more people will be in a position to consider purchasing a home in 2026.”

These GTA-wide trends align with what Michael John Lau and Neeraj Moolchandani are observing locally in Markham: stable conditions, active serious buyers, and a market preparing for renewed activity in early 2026.

💡 What This Means for Buyers & Sellers Moving Into 2026

For Buyers

• More inventory than the peak years

• Improved negotiating conditions

• Winter offers some of the best value of the year

• Opportunity to secure a home before expected 2026 demand increases

For Sellers

• Reduced listing competition in December

• Correct pricing is essential

• Marketing and staging greatly affect final selling price

• Early 2026 could bring increased buyer activity

📞 Work With Markham’s Trusted Real Estate Agents

Whether you're buying or selling in the winter market or planning for 2026, Michael John Lau and Neeraj Moolchandani of the Kaizen Real Estate Team deliver data-backed strategy, expert negotiation, and top-tier marketing tailored to today’s evolving market.

📞 Call/Text: 647-370-8656
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