Published 2 November 2026 · By Jatin Dua, Broker of Record, RE/MAX Quantum Realty
The best realtor in Don Mills for 2027 prices from recent C13 sales of the same home type and can explain how an original 1950s house, a rebuild and a condo differ. The C13 detached median was $1,515,000 from January to October 2026, down 2.6%, while condo apartments fell 9.5% to $560,000. Interview at least three agents.
This guide is for Don Mills homeowners who may sell in 2027 and for buyers weighing a mid-century house or a condo in this part of North York. You will get three years of district prices by home type, what Line 5 has changed, the real cost of buying here, and a practical way to judge an agent before you sign anything.
Which TRREB district covers Don Mills?
Don Mills falls in TRREB district C13. TRREB divides C13 into three communities: Banbury-Don Mills, Parkwoods-Donalda and Victoria Village. So the district numbers below mix original 1950s houses, rebuilt homes, ravine lots and a large stock of apartments and condos.
The neighbourhood itself is usually described as running from York Mills Road in the north to the rail line in the south, and from Leslie Street in the west to the Don Valley Parkway in the east. Nearby pockets fall in other districts: Flemingdon Park is in C11, and Henry Farm and Don Valley Village are in C15. Always check which district an agent’s comparables came from.
What are Don Mills home prices heading into 2027?
| C13 home type | Median, Jan–Oct 2024 | Median, Jan–Oct 2025 | Median, Jan–Oct 2026 | Avg days on market 2026 | Sales 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | $1,670,000 | $1,555,000 | $1,515,000 | 26 | 155 |
| Semi-detached | $1,005,000 | $920,000 | $898,000 | 21 | 47 |
| Condo townhouse | $871,000 | $805,000 | $720,000 | 34 | 29 |
| Condo apartment | $640,000 | $619,000 | $560,000 | 39 | 233 |
Source: TRREB MLS data via REALM, January–October 2026 vs the same periods of 2025 and 2024 (Toronto district C13: Banbury-Don Mills, Parkwoods-Donalda, Victoria Village; median sold prices and average days on market). Freehold townhouses are left out because there were only 22 sales.
What the numbers say:
- Houses held up better than condos. The detached median slipped 2.6% from 2025 and the semi median 2.4%. The condo apartment median fell 9.5% and the condo townhouse median 10.6%.
- Condos are the bigger market by count. There were 233 condo apartment sales against 155 detached sales.
- Condos take longer. Condo apartments averaged 39 days on market, compared with 26 for detached homes and 21 for semis.
- Rates turned up. The Bank of Canada raised its policy rate to 2.50% on 28 October 2026, and big-bank prime rose to 4.70%. The next decision is 9 December 2026.
How does Don Mills compare with Leaside and Bayview Village?
Buyers looking at Don Mills often also look at the districts on either side.
| District, Jan–Oct 2026 | Detached median | Detached avg days | Condo apt median | Condo apt avg days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C11 (Leaside, Flemingdon Park, Thorncliffe Park) | $2,258,500 | 19 | $468,500 | 41 |
| C13 (Don Mills, Parkwoods, Victoria Village) | $1,515,000 | 26 | $560,000 | 39 |
| C15 (Bayview Village, Don Valley Village, Henry Farm and more) | $1,411,000 | 29 | $526,750 | 39 |
Source: TRREB MLS data via REALM, January–October 2026 (Toronto districts C11, C13 and C15; median sold prices and average days on market).
For a detached buyer, Don Mills costs far less than Leaside but a little more than C15. For a condo buyer, C13’s median is higher than both, so compare building age, size and fees, not just the price. My Willowdale realtor guide covers the condo-heavy districts to the west.
Why does a Don Mills house sell differently from other North York homes?
Don Mills was planned as a self-contained “new town” between 1952 and 1965, built by a private developer on former farmland centred at Don Mills Road and Lawrence Avenue East. The plan set out four neighbourhood quadrants around a central shopping centre, with paths linking parks, schools and the town centre, and winding streets and cul-de-sacs to slow traffic.
The houses were also different. Many sit on square lots with long street frontages, so the long side of the house faces the street and the backyard is shallower. Design was tightly controlled, and builders had to use approved architects trained in modernist design.
That history shapes pricing today:
- Original, renovated and rebuilt homes sell very differently. An agent needs comparables of the same kind, not just the same street.
- Wide, shallow lots appeal to some builders and not to others. Ask how a lot’s shape affects what can be built on it.
- Ravine edges add value and rules. Parks near the Don Valley, such as Moccasin Trail and Chipping Park, are part of Toronto’s ravine system. Read my guide to buying a ravine lot in Toronto before you offer on one.
The original Don Mills Centre was replaced by the Shops at Don Mills, which opened in April 2009. The Aga Khan Museum and Ismaili Centre opened at Wynford Drive in 2014.
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How has Line 5 Eglinton changed Don Mills?
Line 5 Eglinton opened on 8 February 2026. Its Aga Khan Park & Museum and Don Valley stations sit along Eglinton Avenue just south of the neighbourhood. Don Valley station, at Don Mills Road, was called Science Centre during construction; Metrolinx announced the new name on 28 March 2025 after the Ontario Science Centre’s Don Mills site closed.
Don Valley station is also planned as a connection to the future Ontario Line, which has no confirmed opening date. For a seller near Eglinton, rapid transit that is running today is a real selling point. A promise about the Ontario Line is not, and an agent should not price a home as if that line were already open.
How much does it cost to buy a home in Don Mills?
Down payment
The C13 detached median of $1,515,000 is just above the $1.5 million cap for insured mortgages. At that price, you need at least 20% down, or $303,000. Below $1.5 million, the minimum is 5% of the first $500,000 and 10% of the rest:
- Semi-detached at $898,000: at least $64,800.
- Condo apartment at $560,000: at least $31,000.
Two land transfer taxes
Don Mills is in the City of Toronto, so you pay both Ontario’s land transfer tax and Toronto’s municipal land transfer tax. Below $2 million the two use the same rates.
- Detached at $1,515,000: about $26,775 to Ontario plus $26,775 to Toronto, or $53,550.
- Condo at $560,000: about $7,675 each, or $15,350.
Eligible first-time buyers can get up to $4,000 back from Ontario and up to $4,475 from Toronto.
Property tax
Toronto’s total 2026 residential tax rate is 0.767311%. The City’s own example is a home assessed at $692,140, which pays about $5,311 a year.
Can you add units to a Don Mills house?
Toronto has allowed multiplexes of up to four units as of right across the city since May 2023, and garden suites and laneway suites are allowed with conditions. On a wide Don Mills lot, that can open options for family members or rental income. Zoning, lot size, ravine rules and servicing still decide what fits, so get advice before you pay a premium for “potential.” My guide to multiplex benefits for Toronto homeowners explains the trade-offs.
Which questions should you ask a Don Mills realtor before hiring?
RECO suggests interviewing at least three agents, asking about their recent activity in the neighbourhood and with your type of property, and calling past clients. Then ask:
- “Are your comparables original, renovated or rebuilt homes, and from which C13 community?”
- “How does my lot’s shape and any ravine edge affect value and what a buyer can build?”
- “For a condo, what does the status certificate show about the reserve fund and upcoming work?”
- “How will you reach buyers who also look in Leaside and Bayview Village?”
- “What is the total fee, the buyer-brokerage share and the change if you act for both sides?”
- “How long are the agreement and the holdover period?”
For how to check registration and representation, see my earlier piece on the questions that separate a top Don Mills broker from marketing.
How do commission and listing agreements work in Ontario?
There is no fixed commission in Ontario. RECO says the fee is agreed between you and the brokerage and can be a fixed amount, a percentage or both, but not an amount based on how far the sale beats the list price. The agreement must be in writing, list the services, show the expiry date on the first page, and set out any holdover period. Agree on all of it before you sign.
A detached Don Mills house priced just above $1.5 million cannot be bought with an insured mortgage, so buyers need at least 20% down. If your home is in that range, a small price change can shrink or grow your buyer pool. Ask your agent how they would price around that line.
In my view, Don Mills houses have held their value better than condos because the lots, the ravines and the planned layout are hard to copy, and Line 5 now runs along its south edge. Condos are a different story: there is more supply and more choice, so condo sellers need sharp pricing. I would price from the latest C13 sales of the same type, and pick an agent who can explain the difference between an original and a rebuilt house in plain numbers. This is my opinion, not a forecast.
What to do next
- Use the estimator above for a first value range, then ask agents for C13 sales of your exact home type.
- Check every agent on RECO’s public register.
- If buying, add both land transfer taxes and the down payment rules to your budget.
- For a ravine lot or a multiplex plan, check City rules before you firm up.
- Interview at least three agents and read the expiry, holdover and fee sections before signing.
Need help with this? Talk to me.
I’m Jatin Dua, Broker of Record at RE/MAX Quantum Realty, and I’m the best agent to do this kind of work for you in Toronto and across the GTA. Over $100 million in GTA sales and 100+ families helped sell. Feel free to contact me any time: call or text 833-330-1925 or email [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best realtor in Don Mills, North York?
There is no official ranking of Don Mills realtors. The best one for you in 2027 prices from recent C13 sales of the same home type, can tell an original 1950s house from a rebuild in numbers, understands ravine lots and condo status certificates, and writes every service into the agreement. RECO recommends interviewing at least three agents and checking the public register.
What is the average house price in Don Mills?
In TRREB district C13, which includes Banbury-Don Mills, Parkwoods-Donalda and Victoria Village, the detached median was $1,515,000 from January to October 2026, down 2.6% from 2025, per TRREB MLS data via REALM. The semi-detached median was $898,000 and the condo apartment median was $560,000. Individual homes vary widely.
What TRREB district is Don Mills in?
Don Mills is in TRREB district C13, which TRREB divides into Banbury-Don Mills, Parkwoods-Donalda and Victoria Village. Some nearby areas are in other districts: Flemingdon Park is in C11, while Henry Farm and Don Valley Village are in C15. Check which district a comparable sale came from before relying on it in 2027.
Are condo prices going down in Don Mills?
Yes. The condo apartment median in Toronto district C13 fell 9.5% to $560,000 from January to October 2026, compared with the same months of 2025, per TRREB MLS data via REALM. Condo apartments averaged 39 days on market. Detached prices fell much less, by 2.6%, over the same period.
Is there a subway station in Don Mills?
Line 5 Eglinton, which opened on 8 February 2026, has Aga Khan Park & Museum and Don Valley stations along Eglinton just south of Don Mills. Don Valley station, at Don Mills Road, was formerly called Science Centre. It is also planned to connect with the future Ontario Line, which has no confirmed opening date as of November 2026.
How much land transfer tax will I pay in Don Mills?
Don Mills buyers pay both Ontario and Toronto land transfer tax. On a $1,515,000 house, matching the C13 detached median for January to October 2026, that is about $26,775 each, or $53,550 in total. On a $560,000 condo it is about $15,350. Eligible first-time buyers can get up to $4,000 and $4,475 back.
Can I buy a $1.5 million house in Toronto with less than 20% down?
No, not at $1.5 million or above. As of November 2026, insured mortgages are only available on homes priced under $1.5 million, so a home at or above that price needs at least 20% down. On a Don Mills detached house at the C13 median of $1,515,000, that means at least $303,000.
What is the property tax rate in Toronto for 2026?
Toronto’s total 2026 residential property tax rate is 0.767311%, according to the City of Toronto. The City’s example is a home assessed at $692,140, which pays about $5,311 a year. That is about $767 for every $100,000 of assessed value, and it applies to Don Mills houses and condos alike.
How much do realtors charge in North York?
There is no set commission in North York or anywhere in Ontario. RECO says the fee is negotiated between you and the brokerage and can be a fixed amount, a percentage or a mix, but not an amount tied to how far the price beats the list price. Ask each Don Mills agent for the full fee in writing.
Sources
- TRREB Community Housing Market Report: Toronto Central, Q2 2026 (district community names)
- Don Mills (Wikipedia: planning history, boundaries, Shops at Don Mills, parks)
- Line 5 Eglinton (Wikipedia: opening, Don Valley station renaming)
- City of Toronto: Property tax rates and fees (2026)
- City of Toronto: MLTT rates and fees
- City of Toronto: MLTT rebate opportunities (first-time buyers)
- Government of Ontario: Calculating land transfer tax
- RECO: Signing a contract with a real estate brokerage
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About the author — Jatin Dua, Toronto and GTA real estate broker
I am Jatin Dua, Broker of Record and co-founder of RE/MAX Quantum Realty Inc., Brokerage, Unit 101, 799 The Queensway, Toronto. I work with buyers and sellers across Toronto and the GTA and have helped more than 100 families sell. Four-plus years of active GTA transactions and over $100 million in sales volume.
Reach me at [email protected] or 833-330-1925, or book a call.