Published 2 November 2026 · By Jatin Dua, Broker of Record, RE/MAX Quantum Realty
There is no official number: TRREB does not publish showing counts, so any figure is a rule of thumb. What the data shows is buyer choice. In October 2026, GTA homes that sold averaged 31 days on market at about 97% of list, with 4.6 months of inventory. Judge showings by timing and feedback, not count.
This guide is for GTA sellers who are counting showings and wondering why an offer has not arrived yet, or who are about to list in 2027 and want to know what to expect. You will get an honest answer on what the data does and does not show, and a simple way to read your own showing numbers.
How many showings does it take to get an offer in the GTA?
There is no official number. TRREB, the board that reports GTA sales, publishes sales, prices, listings and days on market every month, but it does not publish how many showings homes get before an offer. Any figure you hear, such as “ten showings” or “twenty showings”, is a rule of thumb, not a statistic.
What matters more than the count is who is coming and what they say. One showing from the right buyer can produce an offer. Thirty showings from buyers who all think the price is high will not. So instead of chasing a magic number, watch three things together: how many showings, how quickly they came after listing, and the feedback.
Not every visit counts the same
A private showing booked by a buyer’s agent is a stronger signal than a neighbour walking through an open house. Online views and saves tell you whether the listing is getting attention, but they are not showings. When you review your numbers, separate booked private showings, open house visitors and second showings, because each one tells you something different about buyer interest.
What do GTA market numbers say about buyer traffic going into 2027?
The numbers TRREB does publish tell you how much choice buyers have, which drives how many showings each home gets. In October 2026 there were about 38 sales for every 100 new listings across the TRREB area on a 12-month trend, and 4.6 months of inventory. Buyers have plenty to look at, so each home tends to get fewer visits than in a hot market.
| Region, October 2026 | Sales to new listings (trend) | Months of inventory (trend) | Avg sale to list price | Avg days on market (sold listings) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All TRREB areas | 37.9% | 4.6 | 97% | 31 |
| City of Toronto | 38.6% | 4.6 | 98% | 30 |
| Toronto East | 41.7% | 3.7 | 101% | 26 |
| Durham Region | 40.6% | 3.6 | 98% | 29 |
| Halton Region | 40.5% | 4.2 | 96% | 34 |
| York Region | 36.2% | 5.0 | 97% | 33 |
| Peel Region | 35.9% | 4.9 | 97% | 33 |
Source: TRREB Market Watch, October 2026, all home types. Trend figures are 12-month moving averages.
In tighter pockets such as Toronto East, where homes sold above list on average, showings tend to turn into offers faster. In Peel and York, with about five months of inventory, buyers can take their time and see more homes before they commit. If your showings feel slow, compare them with this backdrop before you panic.
When do most showings happen after a house is listed?
Early. Buyers who are already searching set alerts, so they see a new listing within hours. US research by ShowingTime, reported by the National Association of Realtors in 2021, found that showing activity was heaviest in the first five days after a home was listed and dropped off after that. That was a busier US market, but the pattern makes sense here too: the backlog of waiting buyers sees you first.
That is why your first one to two weeks matter so much. If your price, photos and access are right on day one, you meet the most motivated buyers. If you launch with poor photos or a high price and fix it later, those buyers may have moved on. My guide to listing photos and video covers how to get the launch right.
What does it mean if you get lots of showings but no offers?
It usually means your marketing works but something about the home or the price does not match what buyers see in person. Common causes:
- Price compared with condition. Buyers like the photos, then see dated finishes, repairs or smaller rooms than they expected, and decide the price is too high.
- Something buyers notice on arrival. A smell, a wet basement, traffic noise or a steep driveway.
- Better value nearby. Buyers are comparing you with a similar home that is priced lower or shows better.
Read the feedback carefully. If several buyer agents mention the same point, it is real. My post on why a house is not selling walks through each cause in more depth.
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What does it mean if you get very few showings?
Few showings in the first two weeks usually point to one of three problems, all of which happen before a buyer ever walks in:
- The price puts you outside buyers’ searches. A home at $1,029,000 is hidden from everyone whose search stops at $1,000,000.
- The online listing does not stand out. Dark photos, no floor plan or a missing main feature in the description.
- Showings are hard to book. Long notice, short time windows or no weekend access cut your traffic.
Your home’s type matters too. From January to October 2026, condo apartments in Mississauga and Vaughan averaged 42 days on market and in Brampton 53 days, while detached homes in those cities averaged 30 to 31 days, according to TRREB MLS data via REALM. A condo owner should expect fewer showings per week than a detached owner in the same city.
How do condo and tenanted showings work in Ontario?
Condo buildings may have their own rules for agents and visitors, such as sign-in at the front desk or set hours for elevator use. Ask your property manager before you list so showings are not turned away at the door.
If the home is rented, the tenant’s rights come first. Under Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act, a landlord, or a registered real estate agent with the landlord’s written authorization, can enter to show the unit to a potential buyer only with at least 24 hours’ written notice. The notice must state the reason, the day and a time between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. That limits how many showings you can fit in, so price and photos have to work harder. See my full guide to landlord entry and showings in Ontario.
How can you get more showings without dropping your price first?
- Open up your schedule. Allow evening and weekend times, and short notice where you can.
- Consider a lockbox. RECO says it is your choice and needs your consent, ideally in writing. It makes booking easier, especially for vacant homes. Ask your agent how often the code is changed.
- Refresh the listing. New photos, a floor plan and a clearer description can bring back buyers who skipped you.
- Hold an open house with safeguards. RECO suggests asking whether every visitor will be escorted, whether doors and windows will be checked at the end, and putting away medications, valuables and personal papers.
If none of this lifts your traffic within a couple of weeks, the market is telling you something about price.
When should you lower your price based on showings?
Use showings and time together, not showings alone. In October 2026, GTA homes that sold averaged 31 days on market, but 49 days when time on an earlier listing with the same brokerage was counted. That second number shows how many sellers had to relist or adjust before selling.
If you have had steady showings and the same price comment, adjust sooner. If you have had very few showings after two weekends, look at price and presentation together. My guide on when to lower your asking price covers how much and how often.
Do not judge a listing on one quiet weekend, and do not wait months either. A long run of showings with no offers makes your home look stale online, and new buyers start to ask what is wrong with it. Set review dates before you list so the decision is not emotional.
What to ask buyer agents after a showing
Generic feedback such as “nice home” does not help. Ask four short questions: how does the price compare with the other homes your buyer saw, what did they like most, what stopped them from writing an offer, and are they likely to come back. Answers to the third question, collected across several showings, are the most useful information you will get during a listing.
I do not give sellers a target number of showings, because the right number depends on your price point, home type and area. In my view, the first two weekends tell you most of what you need. Strong traffic with no offers points to price compared with condition. Weak traffic points to price, photos or access. Either way, you learn more from the feedback than from the count.
What to do next
- Before you list, agree with your agent on showing hours, notice times and whether to use a lockbox.
- Ask for written feedback from every buyer agent within a day of each showing.
- After two weekends, review showings, feedback and competing listings together.
- Check your price against your search bracket and recent sales using the estimator on this page.
- Read how long it takes to sell in Toronto to set realistic timelines.
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
How many showings before an offer is normal in the GTA?
There is no official figure. TRREB does not publish showing counts for the GTA, so any number is a rule of thumb. In October 2026, GTA homes that sold averaged 31 days on market at about 97% of list price. Judge your listing on showing traffic, how fast it came after launch, and buyer feedback, not on reaching a set number of showings.
How many showings does it take to sell a house in Toronto?
It varies too much to give one number, and no public Toronto data tracks it. In October 2026, City of Toronto homes that sold averaged 30 days on market, and Toronto East homes sold at about 101% of list. One well-matched buyer can be enough. Many showings with no offers usually means buyers think the price is high for the condition.
Is it bad if my house gets no showings in the first week?
It is a warning sign worth acting on quickly. The first days after listing usually bring the most interest, because buyers with saved searches see new homes right away. Few showings in the first week or two in the GTA usually point to price, weak online photos or hard-to-book showings. Review all three before the listing starts to look stale.
Why am I getting showings but no offers on my house?
Usually because buyers like the listing online but feel the price is too high once they see the home in person. Other causes include a problem noticed on arrival, such as a smell or water damage, or a better-value home nearby. In the GTA going into 2027, buyers have about 4.6 months of inventory to choose from, so read showing feedback for repeated comments.
How long should a house be on the market before lowering the price?
Many sellers review after two to three weeks. In October 2026, GTA homes that sold averaged 31 days on market, but 49 days when earlier listing time with the same brokerage was counted, which shows many sellers relisted or adjusted. If you have strong showings and the same price feedback, adjust sooner. If showings are weak, review price and presentation together.
How much notice does a tenant get for a showing in Ontario?
At least 24 hours’ written notice. Under section 27 of Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act, a landlord, or a registered agent with the landlord’s written authorization, can enter to show a rental unit to a potential buyer with 24 hours’ written notice. The notice must give the reason, the day and an entry time between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
Do most showings happen in the first week of a listing?
Yes, the first few days are usually busiest. US research by ShowingTime, reported by the National Association of Realtors in 2021, found showing activity was heaviest in the first five days on market. The same logic applies in the GTA in 2026 and 2027, because buyers with saved searches see new listings first. That is why price and photos must be right at launch.
Do second showings mean an offer is coming?
A second showing is a good sign, but not a promise. It usually means the buyer is seriously comparing your home with a short list, often bringing a parent, partner or contractor. In the GTA market of late 2026, where buyers have plenty of choice, make second showings easy to book and ask the buyer agent what questions remain.
Are condos getting fewer showings than houses in the GTA?
Usually yes, because condos are taking longer to sell. From January to October 2026, condo apartments averaged 53 days on market in Brampton and 42 days in Mississauga and Vaughan, while detached homes in those cities averaged 30 to 31 days, according to TRREB MLS data via REALM. Condo sellers should expect a slower pace of showings.
Sources
- TRREB Market Watch, October 2026
- TRREB news release: Inflation and borrowing costs impacted October GTA real estate market (4 November 2026)
- Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 (section 27, entry with notice)
- RECO: Is it safe to use a lockbox when selling your home?
- RECO: Preparing for an open house
- National Association of Realtors: Study finds showings plummet after first 5 days on market
Related reading
- Seller Closing Costs in Ontario for 2027: Every Fee Before You Get Paid
- How to Sell a House in Toronto, Step by Step (2027)
- Closing Costs on a New Build in Ontario: What Builders Add
- How Much Is My House Worth in Caledon? (2027)
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.