Markham is home to Canada's tech corridor along the 404, with major employers like IBM, AMD, and Huawei driving strong local demand for housing in Unionville, Cachet, Berczy, and Wismer. The Markham schools are consistently among the highest-ranked in the province, making this a favourite with professional families from across the GTA and internationally.
Detached prices average $1.42M, with Unionville and Cachet commanding a premium for their school catchment and mature streets. Townhouses and condo-townhomes in Wismer and Greensborough offer more accessible entry points under $900K.
Commute-wise, you've got Highway 407, GO Train (Richmond Hill + Stouffville lines), and the planned Yonge North subway extension is finally moving forward.
As of spring 2026, the average home sale price in Markham varies by neighbourhood and property type, with detached homes typically commanding the highest prices. See the stats above for current market data.
Markham has strong fundamentals for buyers: Home to Canada's 404 tech corridor, Unionville + Cachet top-ranked schools, Historic Main Street + Markham Theatre. Like any GTA market, the right answer depends on your budget, timeline, and lifestyle priorities.
The Markham market in 2026 is showing steady activity with improving inventory levels compared to 2024-2025. Days on market has stretched, giving buyers more negotiating room, while prices remain broadly stable.
Markham's neighbourhoods each have their own character. Browse our neighbourhood guides for detailed profiles, or use the map search to see current inventory by area.
In the current market, well-priced and properly marketed homes in Markham are typically selling within 14-28 days. Homes that are mispriced or poorly presented can sit 60+ days.