Published 16 September 2026 · By Jatin Dua, Broker of Record, RE/MAX Quantum Realty
In August 2026, homes in the City of Toronto sold in an average of 35 days on market, with detached homes at 30 days and condo apartments at 39 days; the GTA average was also 35 days. Add two to four weeks of preparation before listing and usually 30 to 90 days from firm sale to closing. Pricing correctly is the biggest factor you control.
Days on market by area
| Area, August 2026 | Sales | Average price | Avg sale-to-list | Avg days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All TRREB (GTA) | 5,057 | $993,410 | 97% | 35 |
| City of Toronto | 1,767 | $979,684 | 97% | 35 |
| W06 Mimico, New Toronto, Long Branch, Alderwood | 74 | $867,508 | 98% | 38 |
| W07 Stonegate-Queensway | 9 | $1,951,637 | 98% | 27 |
| W08 Islington-City Centre West, Kingsway and more | 99 | $1,256,380 | 98% | 34 |
| W09 Etobicoke north-central | 19 | $933,242 | 97% | 32 |
| W10 Rexdale and north Etobicoke | 42 | $743,477 | 98% | 29 |
All home types. Source: TRREB Market Watch, August 2026. Days on market are listing days on market.
By property type
| August 2026 | Detached | Condo apartment |
|---|---|---|
| City of Toronto days on market | 30 | 39 |
| GTA days on market | 33 | 41 |
| City of Toronto sale-to-list | 97% | 96% |
Source: TRREB Market Watch, August 2026.
The full timeline
| Stage | Typical time |
|---|---|
| Pricing, repairs, cleaning, photos | 2–4 weeks |
| On the market to firm deal | Averages above; well-priced homes often faster |
| Conditional period | Usually 5–10 days if conditions apply |
| Firm deal to closing | Commonly 30–90 days, negotiated |
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Where I fit
I am Jatin Dua, Broker of Record at RE/MAX Quantum Realty, selling homes across Toronto and the GTA. Read why a house is not selling and the best time to sell.
The takeaway
Toronto homes averaged 35 days on market in August 2026 — 30 for detached and 39 for condos — plus a few weeks of prep and usually 30 to 90 days to close. Correct pricing and strong presentation in the first two weeks are what speed a sale up.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to sell a house in Toronto?
In August 2026, City of Toronto homes averaged 35 days on market; detached homes averaged 30 days and condo apartments 39 days.
How long does it take to sell a condo in Toronto?
City of Toronto condo apartments averaged 39 days on market in August 2026, and GTA condos 41 days.
How long from accepted offer to closing in Ontario?
Commonly 30 to 90 days, negotiated in the agreement of purchase and sale.
What is the fastest-selling part of Etobicoke?
In August 2026, W07 averaged 27 days and W10 29 days on market, though samples were small.
Why is my house not selling?
Usually price relative to competition, condition or presentation, or limited showing access.
Does the time of year affect how fast homes sell?
Yes, spring and early fall are typically busier, but pricing matters more than season.
Sources
- TRREB Market Watch, August 2026 — district tables W06, W07 and W08 for all home types, detached and condo apartment, plus the MLS® HPI benchmark page. Accessed 16 September 2026.
- Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) — public register of registrants, registration categories and disciplinary decisions. Accessed 16 September 2026.
Related reading
- Home not selling: days on market
- Best time of year to buy or sell
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- What pays back before selling
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, Etobicoke. I work with buyers and sellers across Toronto and the GTA, with deep local knowledge of the west end. Four-plus years of active GTA transactions and over $100 million in sales volume. Every market figure here comes from TRREB’s published tables and every rule from RECO or Ontario legislation, so you can check all of it without asking me.
Reach me at connect@jatindua.com or 833-330-1925, or book a call.