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The CMHC “Growing Niagara Housing Symposium” illustrates how new construction across Niagara continues to shift. According to the chart on page 2, total housing starts for 2025 (January–September) reached 1,931 units, up from 1,524 units in 2024. The increase is driven by both new construction and more conversion projects.
One of the most significant trends is highlighted on page 4, showing a large share of today’s new construction coming from purpose-built rentals—586 units compared to 316 last year in the same period. This aligns with demand for rental supply and regional population changes.
Municipality-level data on page 5 highlights which areas are leading the surge:
• Welland: 506 starts (well above historical median)
• St. Catharines: 365 starts
• Lincoln: 327 starts
These three communities alone represent the largest share of new 2025 construction activity.
For buyers and investors, this signals an evolving supply landscape. For sellers, increased inventory may influence competition depending on dwelling type. Understanding these trends helps clients navigate pricing, timing, and long-term planning in the Niagara Region.
