Highland, Clarington - July 2026 Real Estate Report

Highland, Clarington: Here's What Your Home Is Actually Worth Right Now

If you've been glancing at your last property tax assessment and feeling pretty good about it, hold on. The market has shifted, and that government number is already old news. Here's the real picture for Highland homeowners heading into summer.

The Vibe: Houses vs. Condos in Highland

The two property types in our neighbourhood are telling very different stories right now, and it's worth knowing which one you're in.

Houses - Taking a Breather

The house market in Highland is cooling off a bit. The average HonestDoor Price sits at $811,590, down 2.75% from the previous period. Homes are selling at an average of $805,600, which is about 96% of list price - meaning buyers are negotiating, and they're winning. With only 1 house sold and an average of 37 days sitting on the market, this is not a frenzied seller's market. It's steady, but slow.

• Average HonestDoor Price: $811,590 (down 2.75%)
• Average sale price: $805,600
• Current average list price: $838,800
• Price per square foot: $620
• Sale-to-list ratio: 96.04% - buyers are paying below ask
• Average days on market: 37
• Predicted market value: $834,531
• 3-month moving average: $850,825 - values are sliding
• Estimated monthly rent: $3,736 with a rental yield of 4.98%
• Growth rank: 36 out of 47 neighbourhoods in Clarington - below average
• Price rank: 5 out of 11 - we're above average on price, at least

The honest read here: house values have dipped 1.58% recently and the predicted value is trending below the 3-month average. If you're a buyer, you have some room to negotiate. If you're a seller, pricing sharp matters more than ever right now.

Condos - A Bright Spot, But Watch the Trend

Condos are the more interesting story. The HonestDoor Price jumped 12.60% to $483,785 - that's a real move. But here's the catch: the predicted market value is $429,638, which is already sliding below the 3-month moving average of $442,697. Values have dipped 4.27% recently. So yes, the HonestDoor Price reflects a strong run-up, but the near-term momentum has softened.

• Average HonestDoor Price: $483,785 (up 12.60%)
• Predicted market value: $429,638
• 3-month moving average: $442,697 - trending down
• Recent value change: -4.27%
• Estimated monthly rent: $2,225 with a rental yield of 3.97%
• Airbnb estimate: $123 per night - Airbnb rank 25 in Clarington
• Growth rank: 33 out of 39 neighbourhoods in Clarington - bottom of the pack

Condo owners in Highland are sitting on a property that outperformed recently, but the growth rank of 33 out of 39 tells us we're not leading the pack going forward. Nearby Glenview condos are predicted at $487,789 - slightly ahead of us.

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

Here's the thing about your municipal assessment - it's a snapshot from the past. It doesn't know what happened to prices last quarter, last month, or last week. The HonestDoor Price is updated in real time using actual market data. It's the number that reflects what a buyer would actually put on the table today, not what a government office calculated a year or two ago.

For Highland house owners, your assessment might still reflect the higher values we saw before this recent 2.75% dip. That feels good on paper, but it doesn't help you price a listing correctly. For condo owners, your assessment almost certainly hasn't caught up to that 12.60% jump in HonestDoor Price - which means you might be sitting on more equity than you think.

Check your HonestDoor Price now. It's the real-world check that your tax bill simply cannot give you.

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

If you own a house in Highland and you're thinking about listing this summer, here's the straight talk: the window is open, but it's not wide open. Buyers are taking their time - 37 days on market is not a panic-buy environment. Homes are selling below list price, so if you price high hoping to negotiate down, expect it to sit. Price it right from day one and you'll move it. Price it with wishful thinking and you'll be dropping the number in August.

For condo owners, the 12.60% HonestDoor Price gain is a real tailwind. But with the predicted value sliding and a growth rank near the bottom of Clarington's leaderboard, this summer might be a better time to lock in gains than to wait for another leg up.

• Houses: Price sharp, expect negotiation, budget for 5-6 weeks on market
• Condos: Strong recent gains - but momentum is softening, so don't wait too long
• Both: Get your HonestDoor Price before you talk to any agent - it's your baseline
• Rental option: House rental yield of 4.98% is solid if selling doesn't feel right yet

Highland is a stable, mid-range neighbourhood in Clarington - not the flashiest on the leaderboard, but not falling off a cliff either. Know your numbers, price with confidence, and make your move before the fall market resets the conversation.

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.