If you are thinking about listing, the recent numbers point to a market that rewards strong preparation and disciplined pricing.
If you are deciding whether to list now or wait, my answer is simple you can move forward in Markham, ON this April 2026, but only with a price and plan that match the way homes actually sold over the previous 30 days. Recent closed activity shows a typical sale landed at 96.8% of asking, while 69.4% of homes sold below list price, so I would not rely on hopeful pricing to carry the result.
Over the previous 30 days, Markham, ON recorded 630 new listings and 219 sales. That gap matters. It tells me sellers are facing more competition for attention, and the homes that win are the ones that enter the market with a clean price position from day one rather than chasing the market later with reductions. The pace was not slow, but it was selective. A typical sale took 21 days last month, and the broader average was 32 days, which tells me well-positioned homes can still move while overpriced homes are easier for buyers to leave behind. I also pay close attention to the average sale result of 99.1% of asking, because that is close enough to full price to support confidence, but not strong enough to justify stretching beyond what the market has recently accepted. Start with a price that reflects the most recent closed range, not your best-case number. Tighten presentation before launch so your home competes immediately against the 630 recent listings. Review your first two weeks closely, and if showing activity is soft, adjust quickly instead of waiting for the market to fix it for you.
About Vignes Sinnadurai
Vignes Sinnadurai is a licensed Real Estate Professional affiliated with RE/MAX Community Realty Inc, specializing in the Markham market. With a focus on strategic marketing and deep local knowledge, Vignes Sinnadurai provides clients with expert guidance in navigating complex real estate transactions. View full profile →
