Worden, Clarington - September 2026 Real Estate Report

Worden, 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 Worden market is moving in ways that government paperwork won't tell you about for another year or two. Here's the real picture.

The Vibe: Houses vs. Condos in Worden

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

Houses - Taking a Breather

If you own a house in Worden, the market is cooling off. The average HonestDoor Price sits at $778,911, down 2.92% from the previous period. The predicted market value for houses is $802,299, but that number is sliding - it's down from a 3-month moving average of $818,067. That's a gap worth paying attention to.

• Average sale price: $595,000
• Average list price this month: $629,000
• Price per square foot: $488
• Homes are selling at 94.59% of list price - buyers are getting discounts
• Average days on market: 50 days
• Estimated monthly rent: $3,636 with a rental yield of 5.05%
• Airbnb income potential: approximately $177 per night

That 50-day average is a signal. We're not in a bidding war market right now. Buyers have time to think, and they're using it. On the neighbourhood leaderboard, Worden houses rank 8 out of 9 for days-on-market in Clarington - meaning homes here are among the slowest to sell in the region. On price, we rank 12 out of 12, which puts us among the most affordable in Clarington. That's a double-edged sword: great for buyers, something sellers need to price around carefully.

Condos - A Surprising Jump, But Watch the Trend

The condo side of Worden looks flashy at first glance. The average HonestDoor Price for condos jumped 31.15% to $555,692. That's a big number. But dig a little deeper and the short-term picture is softer. The predicted market value is $423,692, down from a 3-month moving average of $444,019, and property values have shifted by -9.14% recently.

• Average HonestDoor Price: $555,692 (up 31.15%)
• Predicted market value: $423,692
• Estimated monthly rent: $2,200 with a rental yield of 3.98%
• Airbnb income potential: approximately $138 per night
• Airbnb rank in Clarington: 15th - solid short-term rental position

On the neighbourhood leaderboard, Worden condos rank 27 out of 39 for growth in Clarington - below average. The long-term HonestDoor Price gain is real, but the recent momentum has softened. Worth knowing before you make any moves.

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 in the last six months. It doesn't know that house prices in Worden have dipped 2.92%, or that condo values have shifted by nearly 10% recently. It's essentially a history lesson dressed up as a number.

The HonestDoor Price is a real-world check. It pulls from current market activity and updates in real time, so when the market moves - up or down - your HonestDoor Price moves with it. Right now, with Worden houses sitting at a predicted value of $802,299 and the trend pointing downward from $818,067, knowing your actual number isn't just interesting. It's the difference between pricing your home right and leaving money on the table, or worse, sitting on the market for 50-plus days wondering why nobody's calling.

Check your HonestDoor Price now. Don't wait for a piece of mail that's already out of date.

The So What: Thinking About Selling This Summer?

Let's be straight with each other. Worden is a buyers' market right now. Homes are selling below list price, days on market are high, and values are easing off recent peaks. That doesn't mean you shouldn't sell - it means you need to go in with clear eyes.

For house sellers, pricing sharp from day one is everything. Homes sitting at 94.59% of list price means buyers are already negotiating. If you list high hoping to come down, you'll burn days and signal desperation. Come in priced to the current market and you'll move faster.

For condo owners, the long-term HonestDoor Price gain of 31.15% is a genuine bright spot. But the recent softness in predicted values means the window to capture that peak may be narrowing. If selling has been on your mind, sooner beats later.

One more thing worth knowing - Worden is among the most affordable neighbourhoods in Clarington. Nearby areas like Darlington (average HonestDoor Price $898,911 for houses) and Courtice West Shopping District ($856,556) are priced higher. That affordability is a real selling point for buyers coming from those neighbourhoods. Use it in your pitch.

Bottom line: get your HonestDoor Price, know your number, and if you're selling this summer, move with the market - not against it.

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.