TL;DR – May 2025 Market Recap

• Listings are up across the Kawarthas and surrounding regions, offering more choice for buyers and more competition for sellers.

• Average prices dipped slightly in Kawartha Lakes and Northumberland, while Peterborough saw an increase year-over-year.

• Kawartha Lakes recorded 104 sales in May, with the average price at $758,025. New listings rose 19%, and active inventory increased by over 16%.

• Peterborough stayed consistent with 195 sales, and average prices climbed to $778,527. Homes are selling in about 28 days.

• Hastings County saw a 23% jump in sales, indicating strong buyer interest, even with a slight decline in average price.

• Interest rates held steady at 2.75%, providing a stable backdrop for market activity.

• More listings and more movement mean more opportunity—but success still comes down to smart pricing, strategic marketing, and having the right team by your side.

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