Foster, Clarington - October 2026 Real Estate Report
Foster, Clarington: Your Home Is Worth More Than Your Tax Bill Says
The Vibe Right Now
If you've been watching the "For Sale" signs in Foster lately, here's what's actually happening. The market is split. Houses are taking a breather while condos are quietly picking up steam. Those are two very different stories depending on what you own.
Houses in Foster - Taking a Breather
The average HonestDoor Price for a house in Foster sits at $827,206 right now. That's down 4.53% from the previous period, and the 3-month moving average of $872,641 confirms the slide is real. We're not in freefall - but we're not climbing either. On the neighbourhood leaderboard, Foster houses rank 33 out of 47 comparable areas in Clarington for growth. That puts us in below-average territory, and it's worth knowing that before you price your home based on what your neighbour got last year.
The good news? If you own a house here and you're thinking about renting it out, the numbers still work. The rental estimate comes in at $3,716 per month, with a yield of 4.93%. That's a moderate but solid return. Short-term rental potential sits around $184 per night on Airbnb, ranking 29th in Clarington.
- Average HonestDoor Price - Houses: $827,206
- Price change: -4.53% from previous period
- 3-month moving average: $872,641
- Rental estimate: $3,716/month
- Rental yield: 4.93%
- Airbnb estimate: $184/night
- Growth rank: 33 out of 47 in Clarington
How does Foster stack up against the neighbours? Graham is slightly more expensive at $893,701 and Village Centre sits at $855,036. North Village is cheaper at $792,640. Foster is right in the middle of the pack - not the cheapest, not the priciest.
Condos in Foster - A Different Story
Here's where it gets interesting. Condos in Foster are moving in the opposite direction. The average HonestDoor Price is $483,378 - up 2.69% from the previous period. The 3-month moving average of $462,427 is actually lower than where we are now, which means momentum is building, not fading. On the neighbourhood leaderboard, Foster condos rank 13 out of 39 in Clarington. That's above average, and that matters if you're thinking about selling or buying.
Rental income on a Foster condo looks like $2,467 per month, with a yield of 3.89%. Airbnb potential runs about $122 per night, ranking 20th in Clarington. Not the top of the market, but not the bottom either.
- Average HonestDoor Price - Condos: $483,378
- Price change: +2.69% from previous period
- 3-month moving average: $462,427
- Rental estimate: $2,467/month
- Rental yield: 3.89%
- Airbnb estimate: $122/night
- Growth rank: 13 out of 39 in Clarington
Nearby, Village Centre condos are nearly identical at $483,600. Graham comes in cheaper at $469,679 and Vincent Massey is cheaper still at $449,543. Foster condos are holding their own at the top of that local group.
The Secret Sauce - Why Your HonestDoor Price Matters More Than Your Tax Assessment
Here's the thing most Foster homeowners don't realize. Your municipal tax assessment is a snapshot from the past. It doesn't update when the market shifts, and it definitely doesn't know that condo values in your neighbourhood just moved up 8.59% recently. The HonestDoor Price is a live, real-world check on what your property is actually worth today - not what a government office decided it was worth a year or two ago.
If you're a house owner in Foster, your HonestDoor Price is likely lower than your peak assessment suggested. If you own a condo, it may actually be higher. Either way, you need the current number before you make any decision. Guessing off an old assessment is like navigating with a map from 2022.
The "So What?" - Thinking About Selling This Summer?
For house sellers - price it right from day one. The market is telling us that $827,206 is the average, and the trend is pointing down slightly. Buyers in Clarington have options. Graham and Village Centre are both nearby and both slightly pricier, which means Foster needs to be sharp on price to compete. A well-priced house here will still move. An overpriced one will sit.
For condo sellers - this summer might actually be your window. Values are up, momentum is positive, and Foster ranks above average in condo growth across Clarington. If you've been waiting for a good time to list, the data right now is more in your favour than it is for your neighbours in Graham or Vincent Massey.
Bottom line - check your HonestDoor Price before you do anything else. It takes two minutes and it gives you the real number, not the government's best guess from last year. That's the difference between leaving money on the table and walking away with what your home is actually worth.
foster | clarington | october 2026This 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.