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October had some encouraging signs with 607 homes exchanging hands via the MLS® (Multiple Listing Service) System of the London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS® (LSTAR), an increase from the previous month, which saw 534 homes sold in September. Although it was down 8.7% from October 2024, the sales are up 25.4% compared to the same month in 2023.

“Consumer confidence seems to be growing, and the latest interest rate cut from the Bank of Canada may help fuel further activity in the marketplace,” said Dale Marsh, 2025 LSTAR Chair. “Inventory is at its highest level in the last 10 years, with more than five months in the LSTAR region.”

Average sales price also continued to slightly edge down. In October, it was $605,560, down 3.7% compared to…

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In September, 1,701 new listings were recorded via the MLS® System of the London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS® (LSTAR), up 13.7% compared to the same month a year ago. With listings outpacing the number of sales, the sales-to-new listings ratio also eased to 31.4% compared to 45.7% in August.


“When the sales-to-new listings ratio falls below 45%, it’s consistent with the conditions of a buyers’ market,” said Dale Marsh, 2025 LSTAR Chair. “According to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), a sales-to-new listing ratio between 45% and 65% shows signs of a balanced market. September saw six months of inventory, which is up from August, which recorded five months of inventory.”


“We’re encouraged by the recent interest rate cut by…

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In August, 616 homes exchanged hands via the MLS® System of the London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS® (LSTAR), up 10.4% compared to the same month a year ago. Similar to July, August posted its strongest sales month since 2021.

“August recorded the highest inventory level in the last 10 years, with five months of inventory,” said Dale Marsh, 2025 LSTAR Chair. “New listings also reached a peak since 2015, with 1,347, and the sales-to-new listing ratio was 45.7%. According to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), a sales-to-new listing ratio between 40% and 60% indicate a balanced market. When it drops below 40%, it starts to show signs of a buyers’ market.”

Average sales price was similar to July, at $651,329, up 3.3% compared to…

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In July, 725 homes exchanged hands via the MLS® System of the London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS® (LSTAR), up 28.1% compared to the same month a year ago. That’s the best month of sales for July since 2021.  

“Historically we see less activity during the summer season, so these numbers are very encouraging,” said Dale Marsh, 2025 LSTAR Chair. “The housing market continues the pattern reflected over the last few months, with more new listings and robust inventory. The overall sales-to-new listing ratio was 44.6%, which the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) would indicate as a balanced market.”

Average sales price was in line with June, coming in at $648,273, down just 0.6% compared to July 2024. Meanwhile, the Composite MLS® Home…

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Despite ongoing uncertainty with U.S. tariffs and the global geopolitical climate, the local housing market continued its steady streak in June, with 745 homes exchanging hands via the MLS® System of the London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS® (LSTAR). Housing supply showed signs of stabilization, with almost four and a half months of inventory last month, unchanged from the inventory recorded in May.  

“We continue to see the trend of more new listings coming on the market, which helps explain the healthy level of housing stock across our region,” said Dale Marsh, 2025 LSTAR Chair. “In June, there were 1,814 new listings, up 10.5% compared to the same month a year ago, with an overall sales-to-new listing ratio of 41.1%. According to the…

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The London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS® (LSTAR) has released its May 2025 residential market report, reflecting a market in transition amid broader economic pressures, including the ongoing impact of US tariffs.

In May, 722 homes were sold—a 15.4% decline from May 2024. Meanwhile, new listings rose 15.3% to 1,999, and active listings climbed 26.5% to 3,253, offering buyers a wider selection of properties.

“The increase in listings is encouraging for buyers,” said Dale Marsh, 2025 LSTAR Chair. “However, economic uncertainty, particularly from US tariffs, continues to influence market behavior.”

The average home price reached $656,432, up 1.4% year-over-year, signaling steady demand. Inventory levels also rose, with 4.5 months of supply,…

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In April 2025, the London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS® (LSTAR) reported 653 sales, a 14.3% decrease compared to April 2024. New listings totaled 1,523, reflecting a 10.1% decline year-over-year, while active listings increased by 19.6% to 2,891. The average price of homes was $654,147, a slight 0.5% decrease, from April 2024.

Year-to-date figures show 2,107 sales, a 19.2% drop compared to the same period in 2024. New listings increased slightly by 1.5% to 5,190, while active listings rose by 22.5% to 2,417.

LSTAR Chair Dale Marsh commented on the current market conditions, stating, "The real estate market is facing significant challenges due to economic uncertainties and the impact of tariffs. We are hopeful that the new Canadian…

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The London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS® (LSTAR) reported a significant decline in sales activity for March 2025, with only 508 transactions, marking a 33.5% decrease from the previous year. New listings decreased by 11.0%, while active listings increased by 21.1%, indicating a growing inventory. The average price of homes in the region decreased slightly by 0.6% to $643,159. The sale to list price ratio remained close to previous years indicating sellers are still achieving near their asking prices.

LSTAR Chair Dale Marsh remarked, "The Canadian real estate market is facing a challenging environment due to various factors, such as U.S. tariffs and broader economic uncertainties. These uncertainties have clearly impacted consumer confidence,…

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The real estate market in February 2025 has shown a mix of stability and challenges. Sales activity saw a decline of 20.1% compared to February 2024, with 353 properties sold. Despite this, the dollar volume of sales reached $249,279,351, reflecting an 18.2% decrease from the previous year. New listings were down by 8.0%, totaling 743, while active listings increased by 19.0% to 1,558. The sales to new listings ratio stood at 47.5, indicating a balanced market.

The average price of single family detached homes in February 2025 was $706,174, a modest increase of 2.4% from February 2024. The median price, however, saw a slight decrease of 1.9%, settling at $645,000. The market's inventory levels have improved, with months of inventory rising to 4.4,…

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The real estate market showcased several positive trends despite a temporary dip in sales activity. With 370 transactions, sales activity saw a decline of 20.3% compared to the previous year. However, the average home price remained robust at $639,486, marking a 4.5% increase from January 2024. This stability in pricing is a strong indicator that interest and demand in the market are still healthy.

Given the stable average prices and the rise in new and active listings, we are optimistic that sales activity will gain momentum in the coming months. The market fundamentals remain strong, and we anticipate a positive rebound in sales activity as we progress through the year.

LSTAR Chair Dale Marsh commented, "The increase in new and active listings is…

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