June 2020 market stats are here!

Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 2,052 residential properties in June through the Board's Multiple Listing Service® (MLS) System, compared with 2,096 in June 2019, a decrease of 2%.

“With safety protocols firmly in place, and Buyers and Sellers more accustomed to our new normal, the resale market has rebounded to meet pent up demand,” states Ottawa Real Estate Board President Deborah Burgoyne. “While unit sales were down 55% in April and 44% in May, June’s sales results are within 2% of figures from this time last year.”

“June’s new listings doubled compared to April and increased 45% from the number of listings that came onto the market in May. A consequence of these rapid sale turnarounds is that housing inventory does not have an opportunity to build. Residential inventory is now 52% lower than last year at this time, and condominium supply is down 42%. We continue to be in a strong Seller’s Market, with less than one month’s supply currently available.

”In addition to residential and condominium sales, OREB Members assisted clients with renting 1,512 properties since the beginning of the year compared to 1,314 at this time last year.

Here's a breakdown of the average sale prices & year & over-year increases/decreases in Ottawa:

If you're a potential home buyer or seller, and in a situation where it is essential that you buy or sell a property right now, there are means to do this in a safe and prudent manner. Do not hesitate to contact one of our agents to discuss-plan and protect you through this unique period. We have been working hard to move the majority of our business online so your entire real estate transaction can be completed virtually and safely. Get the scoop of our featured listings here.

Disclaimer: The Board cautions that the average sale price can be useful in establishing trends over time but should not be used as an indicator that specific properties have increased or decreased in value. The calculation of the average sale price is based on the total dollar volume of all properties sold. Price and conditions will vary from neighbourhood to neighbourhood.