Donevan, Oshawa - September 2026 Real Estate Report

Donevan Real Estate Check-In: Houses Are Holding Strong, But Condos Are Telling a Different Story

If you own a home in Donevan and you haven't looked at your property value lately, now is the time. The two sides of this market - houses and condos - are moving in opposite directions, and knowing which side you're on could seriously change your summer plans.

The Vibe: Houses vs. Condos in Donevan

Let's start with the good news for house owners. Our market is holding up well. The average sale price for houses sits at $875,000, and homes are actually selling for 100.11% of list price - meaning buyers are paying slightly above asking. That's a sellers' market, plain and simple. Properties are moving in an average of 15 days, which tells us demand is real. The HonestDoor Price for houses averages $712,334, and the predicted market value is climbing - up to $750,851 from a 3-month average of $734,834. That's a 3.40% bump in recent value, landing us at rank 6 out of 20 comparable neighbourhoods in Oshawa. Above average. We'll take it.

• Average house sale price: $875,000
• Average list price right now: $899,000
• Sold-to-list ratio: 100.11% - buyers are paying over ask
• Average days on market: 15
• Price per square foot: $452
• Estimated monthly rent: $3,474 with a rental yield of 5.15%
• Growth rank: 6 out of 20 in Oshawa - above average

Condos are a different conversation. The HonestDoor Price for condos is up 12.83% to $516,568 - that headline sounds great. But the predicted market value is $457,808, and it's actually dipping below the 3-month moving average of $465,477. Recent value change is down 3.52%, and the growth rank sits at 10 out of 19 - below average for Oshawa. The rental yield of 3.91% is moderate, not exciting. If you own a condo here, the short-term trend deserves a close look before you make any moves.

• Average HonestDoor Price for condos: $516,568 (up 12.83%)
• Predicted market value: $457,808 - trending down
• 3-month moving average: $465,477
• Recent value change: -3.52%
• Estimated monthly rent: $2,305 with a rental yield of 3.91%
• Growth rank: 10 out of 19 in Oshawa - below average

The Secret Sauce: Why Your HonestDoor Price Matters More Than Your Tax Assessment Right Now

Here's the thing about your city assessment - it's a snapshot from the past. It doesn't know what sold on your street last month. It doesn't factor in that buyers are currently paying over asking in Donevan. It's basically a photo from a few years ago being used to describe what you look like today.

The HonestDoor Price is updated in real time using actual sales data, current listing activity, and neighbourhood trends. For house owners in Donevan, that means the difference between a stale government number and a live market read could be significant - especially when the predicted value of $750,851 is already trending above the recent moving average. For condo owners, it's equally important - because knowing your real-world number helps you decide whether to hold, rent, or sell before the dip goes further.

Don't wait for a tax notice to tell you what your home is worth. Check your HonestDoor Price now and get the number that actually reflects today's market.

The "So What?" - Thinking About Selling This Summer?

If you own a house in Donevan, the timing is genuinely decent. Buyers are active, they're paying over list, and homes are not sitting around. With listings averaging $899,000 and sales closing at 100.11% of that, you're not leaving money on the table if you price it right. The rental income potential of $3,474 per month also means buyers who can't quite stretch to purchase are still competing for properties - which keeps demand healthy.

If you own a condo, the honest answer is this - the market is taking a breather. The predicted value is slipping, the growth rank is below average, and nearby areas like Darlington ($543,112 predicted) and Courtice West ($489,000 predicted) are outperforming Donevan condos right now. That doesn't mean panic. It means if selling is on your radar, sooner is probably smarter than later while the HonestDoor Price is still showing that 12.83% gain on the broader average.

Either way - house or condo - the smartest first step is knowing your actual number. Not the assessment. Not a guess. The real one.

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.