What Westport & Surrounding Areas Can Expect

Introduction: A Market Reset on the Horizon

The Canadian housing market has experienced significant turbulence throughout 2025, but according to Royal LePage’s latest 2026 Market Survey Forecast, a crucial reset is poised to occur this year. This forecast brings both clarity and opportunity for our beautiful communities of Westport, Rideau Lakes, Frontenac County, and Lanark & Grenville.
As local real estate experts who have served these regions for years, we’re here to break down what these national trends mean for our specific area’s unique waterfront and cottage country markets.

National Forecast: The Big Picture

Royal LePage’s comprehensive analysis reveals several key national trends that will shape the 2026 housing landscape:

Price Projections

• National aggregate home prices are expected to increase by 1% to approximately $823,016 by Q4 2026
• Single-family detached homes are forecasted to rise by 2%
• Condominium prices may see a decrease of about 2.5%

Market Activity

• Increased sales activity is anticipated as improved affordability gradually draws buyers back into the market
• A more balanced market environment is expected to emerge, reducing the extreme seller’s market conditions of recent years

Local Implications for Westport & Surrounding Areas

Our region’s unique characteristics, particularly our coveted waterfront properties and cottage country appeal, mean these national trends will play out differently here than in urban centres.

For Buyers: New Opportunities Emerging

• More Balanced Conditions: The frantic competition of recent years should ease, giving buyers more time to make informed decisions
• Improved Selection: With more properties expected to come to market, buyers will have better options to choose from
• Stabilized Affordability: While waterfront properties remain premium investments, price stabilization makes them more accessible
• Strategic Timing: 2026 presents an excellent window for securing waterfront properties before potential future appreciation

For Sellers: Strategic Positioning Required

• Modest Appreciation: While not the explosive growth of previous years, steady price increases are still anticipated
• Increased Buyer Interest: More buyers entering the market means better exposure for well-priced properties
• Waterfront Premium: Properties on Crosby Lake, Rideau Lakes, and other waterfront locations continue to command premium prices
• Professional Guidance: Strategic pricing and marketing become even more crucial in a resetting market

Why 2026 Is a “Reset” Year

After the economic and political shifts of 2025, 2026 represents a return to stability for the housing market. Several factors contribute to this reset:

• Increased housing supply gradually coming to market
• Lower borrowing costs making mortgages more accessible
• Easing competition as market psychology shifts
• Return of sidelined buyers who have been waiting for better conditions

For our region specifically, this reset means a return to more sustainable market conditions that benefit both buyers seeking their dream waterfront property and sellers looking to make strategic moves.

Price Reduction Opportunity: 372 Murphy Road #100, Crosby Lake

MLS® #: X12366467 | Price: $679,000

We’re pleased to announce a price reduction on this stunning Crosby Lake waterfront property. This beautiful ‘turnkey’ cottage has been well maintained and is now ready for a new family to enjoy the quintessential lakefront lifestyle.

A Year-End Note of Thanks & Warm Holiday Wishes

As 2025 draws to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on the year with profound gratitude. It’s been a year of helping families find their perfect waterfront retreats, guiding buyers to their dream acreage, and partnering with sellers on successful journeys. This work is our passion, and we are incredibly thankful for the trust you place in us.

This gratitude is underscored by some wonderful news we are delighted to share: Our team has been awarded the Royal LePage Executive Circle Award for 2025, ranking us in the Top 2% of agents across Ontario and Canada.

This recognition, while humbling, is not ours alone. It is a direct reflection of you; our clients, our community, and our partners. Thank you for inviting us into your stories, for your trust during significant life decisions, and for the privilege of working within our special lakes, trails, and towns we all call home. We are so proud to represent the incredible communities of Westport, Frontenac, Rideau Lakes, and the surrounding areas.

As we move from this season of thanks into a season of celebration, our team wishes you and your family the very best.

Merry Christmas! May your holidays be filled with warmth, laughter, and cherished moments with loved ones.

Happy New Year! We wish you a 2026 brimming with health, happiness, and the enduring comfort of home.

Thank you for a remarkable year. We look forward to serving you and our beautiful cottage country in the year to come.

Warmly,

Tammy & Heath Gurr
Gurr Real Estate Group
Royal LePage ProAlliance Realty, Brokerage

Year-End Market Pulse: Affordable Listings Are Moving… What’s Still Available?

A look at recent quick sales and a curated guide to current opportunities, all offering a path to ownership for under $600,000.

As 2025 draws to a close, a clear trend persists in our market: well-priced properties with genuine potential continue to attract immediate attention. This week, we celebrated two swift sales that perfectly illustrate the strong demand for accessible entry points. But what does that mean for buyers still searching? It means opportunity hasn’t vanished; it has simply shifted to the next set of standout listings. Below, we highlight recent successes and then curate a selection of excellent opportunities, offering everything from vast acreage to cozy cottages and prime waterfront lots.

🎉Celebrating Recent Success: Proof of Market Momentum

The market spoke clearly this week on two very different, yet both highly accessible, properties:

• 72 Dragonfly Lane (Originally listed at $439,000): This charming, turn-key waterfront cabin on Devil Lake captured the classic cottage dream at an accessible price point, proving the lasting appeal of cozy, move-in-ready waterfront escapes.

• 568 Ritchie Side Road (Originally listed at $170,000): This 6.48-acre serviced parcel in Tay Valley found a buyer in less than a week. Its rapid sale underscores the intense demand for affordable, versatile land where vision can immediately take root.

These sales demonstrate that value-driven properties are finding eager buyers. For those inspired, the following opportunities represent the current best-in-class for accessible entry into cottage country.

⭐ Spotlight: Current Opportunities Under $600,000

For the buyer ready to act, here are standout listings that offer land, lifestyle, and potential.

1. Expansive Acreage & Recreational Retreats

Ideal for the hunter, future homesteader, or anyone seeking space and privacy.

A Quiet Farewell to a Special Property

This week, we’re sharing a simple but meaningful update: the 16-acre waterfront retreat on Crosby Lake has found its new owner.

If you’re still dreaming of your own space to unwind, explore, or simply be; we’re here to help when you’re ready.

✅ Recently Sold

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