Verulam, Kawartha Lakes - September 2026 Real Estate Report

Verulam Real Estate Right Now: Prices Are Sliding, But Here's What You Need to Know

If you've been watching the "For Sale" signs around Verulam lately, you've probably noticed things have gotten a little quieter. The market is taking a breather. That doesn't mean it's time to panic - it means it's time to pay attention. Here's the straight story on what's happening to property values in our corner of Kawartha Lakes.

The Vibe: Houses vs. Condos in Verulam

Let's break down what we're actually dealing with, because houses and condos are telling two slightly different stories right now.

Houses: The average HonestDoor Price for a house in Verulam sits at $790,156, down 4.48% from the previous period. The predicted market value comes in at $827,178, and that number is trending downward from a 3-month moving average of $838,765. So the direction of travel is clear - values are easing off. That said, we're still ranking 4th out of 14 neighbourhoods in Kawartha Lakes for growth. That puts us in above-average territory on the local leaderboard, which matters when you're comparing us to the broader region.

• Average HonestDoor Price: $790,156
• Predicted Market Value: $827,178
• 3-Month Moving Average: $838,765
• Recent Price Change: -5.41%
• Estimated Monthly Rent: $3,664
• Rental Yield: 5.03% - strong returns for landlords
• Airbnb Estimate: $176 per night
• Growth Rank: 4 out of 14 in Kawartha Lakes

That 5.03% rental yield is worth highlighting. For anyone holding a house here as an investment, the income side of the equation is still working in your favour even as prices soften.

Condos: The condo picture is similar but with a twist. The average HonestDoor Price is $721,017, down 5.34% from the previous period. The predicted market value is $761,683, easing back from a 3-month moving average of $767,950. The recent price change of +2.49% does offer a small counterpoint to the broader dip - so condos aren't in freefall. Growth ranks 4th out of 13 neighbourhoods in Kawartha Lakes, again placing us above average on the local leaderboard.

• Average HonestDoor Price: $721,017
• Predicted Market Value: $761,683
• 3-Month Moving Average: $767,950
• Recent Price Change: +2.49%
• Estimated Monthly Rent: $3,248
• Rental Yield: 3.38% - moderate but steady
• Airbnb Estimate: $162 per night
• Growth Rank: 4 out of 13 in Kawartha Lakes

How We Stack Up Against the Neighbours

Context matters. Here's how Verulam compares to the neighbourhoods right next door.

For houses, Harvey comes in cheaper at $739,381 and Somerville sits lower at $712,715. Fenelon is the only one nudging ahead of us at $797,375. For condos, we're actually the most expensive of the bunch - Harvey is at $528,447, Fenelon at $572,575, and Somerville at $483,346. That tells us Verulam condos carry a premium in this part of Kawartha Lakes. Whether that premium holds as the market cools is the real question.

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 happened to prices last quarter. It doesn't update when the market shifts. It just sits there, frozen in time, while the real world moves on without it.

The HonestDoor Price is the real-world check. It's pulling from current market activity and recalculating in real time. Right now, with Verulam house values down 4.48% and condo values down 5.34% from the previous period, there is a genuine gap opening up between what the government thinks your home is worth and what a buyer would actually pay today. That gap has real consequences - for how you price a listing, how you think about your equity, and how you plan your next move.

Checking your HonestDoor Price right now isn't just a curiosity. It's the most accurate number available to us as homeowners in this market.

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

Straight talk: this is not the same market we had a year ago. Prices are softer, and the 3-month moving averages confirm the trend isn't reversing yet. If you're thinking about listing this summer, here's what that actually means for you.

Pricing sharp matters more than ever. Overpricing a softening market is the fastest way to sit on a listing while buyers wait you out. The sellers who win in this environment are the ones who come in at a number that reflects today's reality - not last year's peak.

The good news is we're still holding a top-4 ranking in Kawartha Lakes for growth. Buyers looking at the region are still looking at us. And with rental yields on houses sitting at 5.03%, investor buyers have a real reason to pay attention to Verulam. That's a card worth playing in your listing strategy.

If you're on the fence, the smartest first step is simple - pull your HonestDoor Price, compare it to your assessment, and get a clear picture of where you actually stand. That number is your starting point for every conversation that follows.

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.