Carlington, Ottawa - August 2026 Real Estate Report

Carlington Real Estate Check-In: Solid Ground, But the Numbers Are Moving

If you own a home in Carlington and you haven't looked at your property value lately, now is a good time to pay attention. The market here isn't exploding, but it isn't falling apart either. It's doing something more interesting - it's holding steady while condos quietly pick up steam. Here's the real picture.

The Vibe: Houses vs. Condos in Carlington Right Now

For those of us in houses, the market is taking a breather. The average HonestDoor Price sits at $689,460, down a modest 1.70% from the previous period. The predicted market value for houses is $701,419, and that number is edging slightly lower than the 3-month moving average of $702,529. Not a cliff - more like a gentle slope.

• Average sale price: $685,000
• Average list price this month: $699,900
• Price per square foot: $342
• Homes are selling at 97.87% of list price - buyers are getting a small discount
• Average days on market: 18 days
• Rental yield: 5.26% - that's a strong return if you're thinking income property
• Estimated monthly rent: $3,279
• Growth rank: 44 out of 100 neighbourhoods in Ottawa - above average

One sale last month keeps the data thin, so we shouldn't read too much into any single number. What we can say is that houses here are moving at a reasonable pace and buyers aren't overpaying. The 18-day average is a sign that well-priced homes still find buyers without sitting around collecting dust.

Condos are a different story. Our condo market is actually showing some life. The average HonestDoor Price for condos is $695,816 - up 4.19% from the previous period. The predicted market value of $667,802 is climbing above the 3-month moving average of $646,982. That upward trend matters.

• Average HonestDoor Price for condos: $695,816 - up 4.19%
• Predicted market value: $667,802 and rising
• Estimated monthly rent: $2,865
• Rental yield: 3.70% - moderate but steady
• Condo growth rank: 45 out of 104 Ottawa neighbourhoods - above average
• Airbnb rank in Ottawa: 26th - a strong short-term rental position

That Airbnb rank of 26th in Ottawa is worth noting for condo owners. At an estimated $146 per night, Carlington condos sit in a competitive spot for short-term rental income. Not the top of the leaderboard, but well inside the upper half of the city.

The Neighbourhood Leaderboard: Where Does Carlington Fit?

Let's be straight about where we sit. Carlington is priced below its neighbours. Westboro houses average over $1.26 million. Civic Hospital - Central Park is pushing $940,000. Laurentian is over $1.5 million. We're at $689,460 for houses. That gap is actually an opportunity - more on that in a second.

On the growth leaderboard, houses rank 44th out of 100 Ottawa neighbourhoods and condos rank 45th out of 104. Both land in above-average territory. We're not leading the pack, but we're not getting lapped either. For a neighbourhood priced below the surrounding area, holding an above-average growth rank is a good sign for long-term value.

The Secret Sauce: Why Your HonestDoor Price Beats Waiting for Your Tax Assessment

Here's the thing about your city assessment - it's a snapshot from the past. The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation updates values on a cycle, which means the number on your tax bill could be based on market conditions from a year or two ago. In a market where condo values just moved up 4.19% in a single period, that lag costs you real information.

The HonestDoor Price is updated in real time using actual sales data, current listings, and market trends. For Carlington house owners, it's showing $689,460 right now. For condo owners, $695,816 and climbing. Those aren't guesses - they're calculated from what buyers are actually paying in today's market.

If you're making any financial decision - refinancing, selling, or just figuring out your net worth - the HonestDoor Price is the number to use. Your assessment is a tax document. The HonestDoor Price is a real-world check on what your property is actually worth today.

The So What: Should You Sell in Carlington This Summer?

If you own a house and you've been on the fence, the window is open but it's not wide open. Buyers are paying just under list price - 97.87% on average - which means you need to price sharp. An overpriced listing in this market will sit. Price it right and you're looking at an 18-day average to a deal. That's not bad at all for a summer sale.

The bigger play here is the price gap between Carlington and its neighbours. Buyers who can't afford Westboro or Civic Hospital are looking at us. That demand from priced-out buyers in higher-cost neighbourhoods is a real tailwind for Carlington sellers right now.

For condo owners, the momentum is actually in your favour. Values are rising, the 3-month trend is pointing up, and your Airbnb rank of 26th in Ottawa gives you options if selling isn't the right move yet. Holding a Carlington condo right now isn't a bad position to be in.

• Best move for house sellers: Price at or just under $699,900 and move quickly
• Best move for condo owners: Watch the trend - values are climbing and the rental yield supports holding
• Best move for everyone: Check your HonestDoor Price before you make any decision - the assessment on your last tax bill is already old news

Carlington isn't the flashiest market in Ottawa right now. But above-average growth ranks, strong rental yields on houses, and rising condo values make it a neighbourhood worth watching closely - especially if you're thinking about your next move this summer.

This information is all based on our opinions based on the information available to us. Everyone's situation may be different and you should reach out to us for more personalized information.