Hamilton Burlington Housing Market October 2026 Update

Short answer: I’m Shaw Hasyj, and the Hamilton Burlington housing market October 2026 numbers show sales up from September but still a little below last October, with fewer new listings than a year ago. Supply eased to 4.6 months across the wider market area, and Burlington stayed tighter than Hamilton.

As Owner, Sales Representative at Shaw Realty Group, Brokerage, I share the Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® numbers for Hamilton and Burlington each month, with links to the source. Last month I covered the Hamilton housing market in September 2026.

How did the Hamilton Burlington housing market October 2026 numbers look?

Cornerstone reports one market area that covers Hamilton, Burlington, Haldimand County and Niagara North. For October 2026, compared with October 2025:

• Home sales: 709, down 5.3% (and up 10.6% from September)
• New listings: 1,556, down 12.6% (and down 10.3% from September)
• Homes for sale (inventory): down 12.6% year over year and down 1.9% from September (Cornerstone did not publish a count)
• Months’ supply: 4.6, down 4.2% (4.7 months in September)
• Average sale price: $799,762, down 5.0%
• MLS® Home Price Index (HPI) benchmark: $728,900, down 2.4% (and up 1.4% from September)
• Average days on market: 40, down 4.8%

Source: Cornerstone Association of REALTORS®, October 2026 data (Hamilton Burlington housing statistics, as of November 3, 2026).

What happened in Hamilton in October?

In Hamilton, sales and new listings were both lower than a year ago, and homes took a little longer to sell:

• Home sales: 424, down 8.0% year over year
• New listings: 1,003, down 14.9%
• Months’ supply: 4.8, down 5.9%
• Average sale price: $724,461, down 7.4%
• Benchmark price: $667,500, down 4.3%
• Average days on market: 40, up 2.6%

Source: Cornerstone Association of REALTORS®, October 2026 data (Hamilton Burlington housing statistics, as of November 3, 2026).

To explore the city, see my Hamilton area guide.

What happened in Burlington in October?

Burlington was the firmer of the two cities. Prices held close to last year and homes sold faster:

• Home sales: 178, down 5.8% year over year
• New listings: 330, down 13.8%
• Months’ supply: 3.4, down 10.5%
• Average sale price: $1,051,747, up 2.2%
• Benchmark price: $879,800, up 0.3%
• Average days on market: 32, down 23.8%

Source: Cornerstone Association of REALTORS®, October 2026 data (Hamilton Burlington housing statistics, as of November 3, 2026).

You can learn more about the city on my Burlington area guide.

What is the difference between average price and benchmark price?

The average sale price can swing with a few large or small sales. The MLS® HPI benchmark tracks a typical home, so it is usually steadier. That is why Hamilton’s average fell 7.4% while its benchmark fell 4.3%.

How does this compare with Cambridge?

Our office is in Cambridge, so here is a quick comparison. In October 2026, the Cambridge benchmark price was $644,400, with 3.3 months of supply and homes selling in 34 days on average.

Source: Cornerstone Association of REALTORS®, October 2026 data (Waterloo Region housing statistics, as of November 3, 2026).

Both Burlington and Cambridge had less supply than the wider area, while Hamilton had a little more.

What do these numbers mean for buyers and sellers?

Fewer new listings means buyers have a bit less to choose from than last fall, while sellers meet buyers who take their time. Cornerstone cautions that these statistics show long term trends, not the value of a specific property.

If you are thinking about selling, my Sell page shows how we market homes and includes a map of homes we have sold. You can also read more about me. For mortgage, tax or legal questions, please speak with a qualified professional.

Frequently asked questions about Hamilton and Burlington with Shaw Hasyj

What is the Hamilton Burlington housing market like in October 2026?

The Hamilton, Burlington, Haldimand and Niagara North market area had 709 home sales in October 2026, down 5.3% from October 2025, with 1,556 new listings and 4.6 months of supply, according to the Cornerstone Association of REALTORS®.

What is the benchmark home price in Hamilton and Burlington?

In October 2026 the MLS® HPI benchmark was $667,500 in Hamilton, down 4.3% year over year, and $879,800 in Burlington, up 0.3%, according to the Cornerstone Association of REALTORS®.

How long are homes taking to sell in Hamilton and Burlington?

Homes sold in 40 days on average in Hamilton and 32 days in Burlington in October 2026. Across the wider market area the average was 40 days.

Who can explain what these numbers mean for my home in Hamilton, Burlington or Cambridge?

Shaw Hasyj of Shaw Realty Group, Brokerage works with buyers and sellers in Hamilton, Burlington, Cambridge and across Waterloo Region. Call 1 800 764 8138 or request a home value estimate online.

Want to know what your Hamilton or Burlington home is worth?

Every home is different. If you live in Hamilton, Burlington or Cambridge, I, Shaw Hasyj, can walk you through what these October numbers mean for your street. Find out what your home is worth, call 1 800 764 8138, or visit Shaw Realty Group, Brokerage at Unit B201, 215 Queen St W, Cambridge.

This article is for general information only and isn’t legal, tax or financial advice.