Niagara Market
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Beyond the surface. Real-time market analysis from a contractor's perspective.
Data sourced from Niagara Association of REALTORS® | Full Market Report →
February 2026 Market Snapshot
Benchmark prices, trend changes, and inventory status for key Niagara markets.
| Market | Benchmark | Price Trend (YoY) | Status | Days on Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welland | $490,300 | ↓ 9.4% (-$50.8K) | Buyers Market | 40d |
| St. Catharines | $525,000 | ↓ 4.9% | Balanced | 38d ↓5d |
| Thorold | $575,700 | ↓ 2.4% | Balanced | 46d ↓13d |
| Niagara Falls | $566,000 | ↓ 8.1% | Cooling | 41d |
| Niagara-on-the-Lake | $849,600 | ↓ 10.3% (-$97.7K) | Cooling | 85d |
What the Numbers Mean
▲ Best Opportunity: Welland
Benchmark down $51,000 YoY. 33.3% sales-to-listing ratio = strong buyer leverage. Inventory dropping fast — window closing.
Action: Prime time for entry-level investor buys and value add renovations.
◆ Balanced Markets: St. Catharines & Thorold
Sales momentum is building. Days on market trending down. Inventory stabilizing at healthy levels (48-50% SNLR).
Action: Stable ground for longer-term holds. Less dramatic than Welland but lower risk.
▼ Luxury Correction: NOTL
Benchmark down $97,700 YoY. Days on market at 85 days (high). Buyer leverage is strongest here.
Action: Excellent negotiating position. Scarcity + long-term hold potential.
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