Comparison - Barrie Housing Prices in 2025 v/s 2026

Barrie’s real estate market in 2025 has shifted toward more balanced conditions, with higher inventory giving buyers more choice while demand remains steady. Prices have moderated compared to previous peak years, creating opportunities for both buyers and sellers.

In 2025, the median sale price in Barrie was approximately:

• Detached homes: ~$770,000

• Townhouses/Row homes: ~$596,000

Looking ahead to 2026, forecasts suggest a modest rebound in activity and pricing as interest rates stabilize and buyer confidence improves. Both detached homes and townhouses are expected to see slight price growth, rather than dramatic increases, keeping the market competitive and steady.

Market Conditions (2025):

• The Barrie & District Association of REALTORS® reported that in 2025 the median sale price for a single detached home in Barrie was around $770,000, and the median price for townhouses/row units was about $596,000 in the third quarter of the year.

• Sales activity slowed compared to 2024, with fewer units sold across major property types, reflecting a market adjusting to higher inventory and more balanced conditions.

• More inventory and new listings have improved choice for buyers, contributing to a more balanced market compared to earlier seller-dominated conditions.

Typical Prices Through 2025:

• Detached homes: Median around $770,000 (Q3 2025)

• Townhouses/row units: Median around $596,000 (Q3 2025)
  (Note: prices can vary by month and neighbourhood; March and September local stats suggest detached median prices often ranged near the low $700k’s and townhouses near ~$600k during several parts of 2025)
  
  Outlook for 2026

  Expected Price Trends:

• Regional forecasts for Simcoe County (including Barrie) suggest average residential sale prices may modestly increase in 2026 compared to 2025, supported by renewed buyer interest following a period of inventory growth and price moderation.

• While exact breakdowns by type (detached vs townhouses) for Barrie aren’t published in broad forecasts, general expectations include a moderate uptick in home prices overall in 2026.

• Indicative 2026 Price Outlook:

• Detached homes: Local and regional commentary suggests prices are likely to trend slightly higher from 2025 levels as the market steadies, though gains are expected to be modest rather than dramatic.

• Townhouses: Similarly, townhouse pricing is expected to remain competitive, with potential modest growth tied to continued buyer interest and inventory balance.

• Early 2026 Data:

• Recent MLS data indicates the average overall home price in early 2026 in Barrie hovered around approximately $670,000-$680,000 across all home types; this reflects softer pricing partly due to the mix of sales skewing toward lower-priced units, which can include more townhouses relative to higher-priced detached homes.

• Summary Snapshot

  Year	Detached Home Price (approx.)	Townhouse Price (approx.)
  2025	~$770,000 median (Q3)	~$596,000 median (Q3)
  Early 2026/Outlook	Expected modest increase from 2025 levels	Expected modest increase/steady pricing

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