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Muskoka Real Estate Market Overview — 2025


The Muskoka real estate market in 2025 continued to operate at a measured pace, extending a trend that has been in place for several years. Activity remained below long-term historical norms, but conditions were largely unchanged from 2024, reflecting a market that has settled into a period of relative consistency rather than transition.

Residential sales volumes were nearly identical year over year, underscoring the absence of sharp shifts in demand. Homes that did sell took roughly six weeks, providing buyers with more time to evaluate options and negotiate, while sellers faced a market that rewarded realistic pricing and preparation. Inventory levels hovered around five months, a level generally…

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More than 1 in 4 Canadians plan to purchase an investment property in the next five years: Royal LePage Report

51% of current investors and 23% of non-investors are considering buying an investment property before 2028 

Survey highlights: 

  • Approximately 4.4 million Canadians currently own an investment property
  • 26% of all Canadians say they are likely to buy an investment property within the next five years
  • One-third of Canadian real estate investors (32%) own two or more properties
  • Younger investors, those aged 18 to 34, are more likely to own more than one investment property compared to their older counterparts (aged 35+)
  • 15% of Canadian residential investors do not own their primary residence; the majority of whom are aged…

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The magnificent Taboo Muskoka Resort Boathouse was the perfect setting for Summer Spark 2023, which brought together REALTORS® from Royal LePage Lakes of Muskoka Realty and Johnston & Daniel Rushbrooke Realty Brokerages on June 1st. This event offered a unique opportunity to connect with fellow professionals in the field. The guest speakers were none other than Phil Soper, President & CEO of Royal LePage, and Rebecca Mountain - an internationally renowned keynote speaker and author who is also certified as a high-performance coach.

Phil shared his invaluable insights into current trends and challenges facing Canadian real estate markets, along with predictions about where interest rates are headed, both near-term and long-term. He also highlighted some…

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Welcome to Butterfly Lake, a tranquil lake just minutes from Port Carling. The lake is easy to find, located at the intersection of Highway 118 West and Muskoka District Road 169.

Summer may be over, but Butterfly Lake is still the ideal place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Muskoka. While you may not lay back on your private dock, soaking up the sun’s rays during the day, you can still put on a light sweater and hang out on the dock admiring the scenery. And the nights aren’t yet cold enough to stop you from gathering around the fit pit in the evening with your friends and family to enjoy a nice cold beverage. You will appreciate the peace and quiet that Butterfly Lake offers its visitors. The area is full of wildlife and natural breathtaking…

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Welcome to Bernard Lake. You may have heard of it referred to as Lake Bernard as well. Regardless of what you call it, Bernard Lake is an oddity among Muskoka lakes. Located near Burk’s Falls and on the shores of Sundridge. it is one of the larger freshwater lakes without an island. Large in comparison to the majority of Ontario’s thousands of lakes, it is also surprising that Bernard Lake is not connected to any other lake. 

A large portion of this lake features sandy shores and shallow waters; and the beautifully clear water makes this lake a pleasure to swim in. So grab your swimsuit and jump into the waters of Checkerboard Beach. For the more adventurous sort, grab your snorkel and discover what’s underneath the surface of the water. Or take a…

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Welcome to Three Mile Lake. If you are experiencing a sense of deja-vu, don’t worry. We have mentioned Three Mile Lake before. This time, we are talking about Three Mile Lake - Muskoka Lakes, not to be confused with the other two lakes (one in Armour and the other southeast of Gravenhurst). This Three Mile Lake is nestled between Rosseau, 24 kilometres to the north, and Port Carling, 20 kilometres to the south. It has a surface area of 8.7 square kilometres, and a shoreline perimeter of over 31 kilometres. The lake’s unique shape and its rugged beauty are what keep visitors coming back year after year.

Activities at Three Mile Lake are not hard to come by. For you boat lovers out there, the lake allows motorized vehicles and the public boat launch…

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Welcome to Three Mile Lake. Since there are, in fact, three lakes in the region named Three Mile Lake, we will call this one, Three Mile Lake - Armour. Conveniently located in the Almaguin Highlands region, this particular Three Mile Lake sits just outside the village of Burk’s Falls in the Parry Sound District, 30 minutes north of Huntsville and 60 minutes south of North Bay.

For boating and fishing enthusiasts, Three Mile Lake - Armour is ideal for smaller watercraft. So grab your toys and head out to the lake. Try your hand at water skiing, tubing, and wakeboarding. Or, if calmer activities appeal to you, feel free to enjoy the clear blue waters while you paddle your canoe or kayak around Garden Island. Let the exercise fuel your body while the…

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Much like the rest of Ontario, the Muskoka region is sitting in a pronounced seller’s market. With a surge of buyers and historically low inventory, multiple offers and above-asking sale prices have become the norm.

The Muskoka residential real estate market saw a 21% increase in unit sales in the first quarter (Q1) of 2021 with 161 sales compared to 133 in 2020. However, sales would have been significantly higher if more homes were available for sale. The average residential sale price also rose 62% to $685,984 in 2021. (Keep in mind that the sample size is still relatively small, so we expect these price increases to moderate as the amount of unit sales increases.)

The number of units sold over list price spiked, too. By the end of Q1, 46% of…

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Muskoka Farmers Market Photo

I was looking at the cherry tomato plant I am attempting to grow, and unfortunately, it looks like I won't be getting many tomatoes from it. However, what is very plentiful in Muskoka, at this time of the year, is the number of Farmers' Markets, offering local foods, homemade goods, local art and other interesting items. Here's a list of 7 Farmers' Markets in the Muskoka area for you and the family to go check out!

Bracebridge Farmers' Market

Saturdays, May 18 – October 12, 20190 – Memorial Park

Gravenhurst Farmers' Market

Wednesdays, May 15 – October 30, 2019 – Muskoka Wharf

 Port Carling Farmers' Market

Thursdays June 27 – August 29, 2019 – Hannah Park

 Baysville Farmers' Market

Fridays, June 28 – August 30, 2019 – 2849…

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This week we are featuring the fabulous Wood Lake. Only a short drive from the beautiful and historic town of Bracebridge, Wood Lake is a great spot to have your vacation home. The lake is tucked away so it will give you the feeling of being somewhere remote but it is right off of highway 118 East for easy commuting. 

Summer is about finding the perfect balance of being active, enjoying the outdoors and having time to relax. There are a variety of activities to try out when you are at the lake. Fox Point Beach and Wood Lake Beach are both located on the south end of the lake and offer a great place to go swimming for you and the family. If you are looking to unwind, try one of the yoga classes at Caribou Lodge. The sessions are open to guests and…

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