As 2025 came to a close, the Burlington and Hamilton housing markets continued the gradual shift we’ve been watching all year, slower sales activity, elevated inventory, and ongoing price adjustments as buyers take a more measured approach. December reflected a typical seasonal slowdown, but with clearer signs of balance compared to the fast-paced markets of recent years.
Here’s a snapshot of how the market performed in December, based on official Cornerstone (RAHB) data.
Burlington Market Overview
Burlington recorded 99 residential sales in December, down 22.0% year-over-year, reflecting typical seasonal softness combined with reduced buyer urgency. New listings also declined, with 89 homes added to the market (-10.1% YoY). Despite fewer new listings, inventory rose sharply to 438 active listings, an increase of 25.1% compared to last year.
- Sales: 99 (-22.0% YoY)
- New Listings: 89 (-10.1% YoY)
- Active Inventory: 438 (+25.1% YoY)
- Months of Supply: 4.4 months (+60.5% YoY)
- Average Price: $1,038,657 (-0.1% YoY)
- Average Days on Market: 50.8 days
What this means:
With inventory continuing to build and homes spending more time on the market, Burlington has firmly entered a more balanced environment. Buyers still have more choice and time to evaluate options, while sellers are facing increased competition and must be strategic on pricing and presentation.
Hamilton Market Overview
Hamilton recorded 285 residential sales in December, down 18.1% year-over-year, reflecting both typical year-end seasonality and reduced buyer urgency. New listings also declined to 368 homes (-5.2% YoY), but inventory continued to build, reaching 1,611 active listings, an increase of 13.7% compared to last year.
- Sales: 285 (-18.1% YoY)
- New Listings: 368 (-5.2% YoY)
- Active Inventory: 1,611 (+13.7% YoY)
- Months of Supply: 5.7 months (+38.8% YoY)
- Average Price: $663,558 (-14.0% YoY)
- Median Price: $630,000 (-12.5% YoY)
- Average Days on Market: 54.2 days (-11.0% YoY)
What this means:
With months of supply remaining above five months since early fall, Hamilton has transitioned into a more balanced market environment. Like Burlington, buyers have more choice and flexibility, while sellers are navigating a landscape where pricing accuracy and presentation play a critical role in achieving timely results.
Final Thoughts
December’s data confirms what we’ve been watching unfold throughout 2025: the market has firmly shifted away from scarcity-driven competition and into a more balanced environment where strategy matters more than speed.
For buyers, this market offers increased choice, more time to make decisions, and improved negotiating power, conditions that haven’t been widely available in years. With inventory elevated and competition reduced, buyers can focus on value, condition, and long term suitability rather than urgency.
For sellers, success is still very achievable, but it requires precision. Homes that are priced correctly, presented well, and marketed strategically continue to sell, while overpricing often leads to longer days on market and price reductions. Today’s buyers are informed, selective, and patient.
At The Michael Brejnik Team, we’re closely monitoring these regional and neighbourhood level trends as we head into 2026. If you’re considering buying, selling, or simply want to understand how these shifting conditions impact your home’s value, we’re always here to provide clear guidance and local insight.