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Fort Erie Real Estate Market Update: June
Learn what the latest Fort Erie housing statistics mean for buyers and sellers in June 2026, including home prices, sales activity, and local market trends.
The latest housing statistics show Fort Erie continues to attract buyers despite a more balanced real estate market. Over the past 12 months, 609 homes sold, up 8.7% from the previous year. At the same time, the benchmark home price declined to $492,200, reflecting broader affordability challenges across Niagara.
Fort Erie Market Snapshot
| Statistic | June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Homes Sold | 609 |
| Sales Change | +8.7% |
| Benchmark Price | $492,200 |
| Price Change | -9.84% |
Source: Niagara Association of REALTORS®.
What the Numbers Mean
An increase in home sales tells us buyers are still active in Fort Erie. The decline in benchmark pricing doesn’t necessarily signal a weak market. Instead, it reflects today’s borrowing environment, where higher mortgage costs and more available listings are encouraging buyers to negotiate and focus on affordability.
Fort Erie continues to stand out because it offers good value compared to many neighbouring communities while providing access to Lake Erie, the Niagara River, Ridgeway, Crystal Beach, and the Peace Bridge.
What Buyers and Sellers Should Know
For buyers, today’s market offers more choice and less competition than a few years ago. For sellers, realistic pricing and strong marketing remain essential. Homes that are well presented and priced according to current market conditions continue to attract interest.
If you’re considering buying or selling in Fort Erie, local market knowledge is more valuable than national headlines. Every neighbourhood behaves differently, and understanding those trends can help you make a more informed decision.
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Fort Erie Home Prices Are Down—So Why Are More Homes Selling?
Meta Description: Fort Erie home sales increased 8.7% over the past year, even as benchmark prices declined. Learn what this means for buyers, sellers, and the local real estate market.
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Over the past several months, I’ve had more than one client ask the same question:
“If home prices are down, why do I keep hearing that homes are selling?”
It’s a fair question—and one that highlights why looking beyond the headlines is so important.
The latest 12-month housing statistics show that Fort Erie recorded 609 home sales, an 8.7% increase compared to the previous 12 months. At the same time, the benchmark home price declined to $492,200, representing a 9.84% decrease year over year.
At first glance, those numbers seem to contradict each other. In reality, they tell the story of a market that is becoming more balanced.
Fort Erie Continues to Attract Buyers
While some markets across Ontario have seen sales slow, Fort Erie has continued to attract buyers looking for affordability and lifestyle.
Our community offers something that’s becoming increasingly difficult to find elsewhere in Southern Ontario: access to the waterfront, established neighbourhoods, and a range of housing options at prices that remain competitive within the Niagara Region.
Whether it’s a young family purchasing their first home in Stevensville, retirees downsizing to Ridgeway, or buyers relocating from the Greater Toronto Area to Crystal Beach, Fort Erie continues to appeal to a wide range of purchasers.
June 2026 Market Snapshot
| Market | 12-Month Sales | Sales Change | HPI Benchmark Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Erie | 609 | +8.7% | $492,200 |
| Niagara Region | 6,153 | -1.1% | $575,300 |
Source: Niagara Association of REALTORS® MLS® Statistics.
Why Have Prices Declined?
A decline in benchmark price doesn’t necessarily mean the market is struggling.
Today’s buyers are approaching homeownership differently than they were just a few years ago. Higher borrowing costs mean affordability has become a larger part of the conversation. Buyers are taking more time, comparing more properties, and negotiating with greater confidence.
At the same time, inventory has improved in many price ranges. More listings mean buyers have more choice, which helps keep prices grounded in current market conditions.
This creates a healthier environment than the highly competitive market we experienced during 2021 and early 2022, when limited inventory often led to multiple offers and rapidly increasing prices.
What This Means for Sellers
For homeowners considering selling, the market remains active—but strategy matters.
Pricing a home based on last year’s market rather than today’s conditions can lead to longer days on market. Buyers are well informed, and many have spent months watching new listings before making an offer.
Homes that are professionally marketed, well presented, and priced according to current market conditions continue to attract attention.
The increase in sales tells us one important thing: buyers haven’t disappeared. They’re simply making more deliberate decisions.
What This Means for Buyers
For buyers, today’s market offers opportunities that were difficult to find only a few years ago.
There is generally more time to view properties, complete inspections, and compare neighbourhoods before making a decision. While financing remains an important consideration, buyers often have greater flexibility during negotiations than they did during the peak of the market.
For many people moving to Fort Erie from larger urban centres, today’s prices continue to represent good value compared to neighbouring markets.
Looking Ahead
Every real estate market moves through cycles, and Fort Erie is no exception.
The combination of increasing sales activity and moderated pricing suggests that buyers continue to see long-term value in our community. As interest rates stabilize and confidence improves, Fort Erie remains well positioned thanks to its waterfront lifestyle, growing amenities, and convenient location within the Niagara Region.
Rather than focusing on national headlines, it’s important to understand what’s happening in your own neighbourhood. Market conditions in Crystal Beach may differ from Ridgeway or Central Fort Erie, and local knowledge continues to be one of the most valuable tools for both buyers and sellers.
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Download My FREE July 2026 Niagara Real Estate NewsletterWant to stay up to date on the Fort Erie and Niagara real estate market?
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- Fort Erie and Niagara housing statistics
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- Local market trends
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If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Fort Erie, Ridgeway, Crystal Beach, Stevensville, or anywhere in the Niagara Region, I’d be happy to provide a complimentary market analysis tailored to your neighbourhood.
I remember looking at them thinking, “I’m so late this year!”
This was filmed in early June when I was finally getting around to planting my window boxes. I remember looking at them thinking, “I’m so late this year!”
Thankfully, a little water and a little patience go a long way.
One of my favourite things about this time of year is watching everything come to life. The gardens, the planters, the hanging baskets… they all start small, and before you know it, they’re overflowing with colour.
I’ll share an update soon because they’ve come a long way since this video.
Sometimes it’s nice to be reminded that beautiful things don’t happen overnight—they grow a little bit every day.
🌸🌿
#FortErie #NiagaraRegion #GardeningSeason #WindowBoxes #GardenLife #SummerGardens #LifeInNiagara #HomeAndGarden #BackyardLiving #OntarioGardening #FlowerLover #SummerAtHome #CuratingLifeBalance #SlowLiving #BloomWhereYouArePlanted
Some homes take time…
Some homes take time…
and that’s part of the process.
In a slower market, consistency matters. Showing up. Staying focused. Adjusting when needed.
Stephanie trusted the process, and together we stayed the course — right through to a strong result.
Thank you for your trust and patience every step of the way. 🤍🏡
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🏡 Friday Wrap-Up | Fort Erie, Port Colborne & Niagara
🏡 Friday Wrap-Up | Fort Erie, Port Colborne & Niagara
Another productive week with a new commercial listing, a price improvement, an open house, a firm sale, and several successful closings.
✨ NEW COMMERCIAL LISTING
📍22 Clarence Street East, Port Colborne
A turn-key commercial opportunity in the heart of downtown Port Colborne, just steps from the Welland Canal.
☕ 1,111 sq. ft. retail/commercial space
🚢 Prime downtown location near the Welland Canal
🚶 Excellent exposure to local and tourist traffic
🚗 Rear access with owner parking
🅿️ Convenient street parking for customers
💼 Ideal for retail, café, bakery, restaurant, professional office, or investment property
📉 PRICE IMPROVEMENT
📍427 Williams Crescent, Fort Erie
Now offered at $475,000.
🏡 Built in 2022
🛏️ 2 Bedrooms
🛁 2 Bathrooms
✨ Main-floor primary suite
🏠 Versatile loft with second bedroom and bathroom
📦 Full basement with rough-in for a future bathroom
📍Located in sought-after Peace Bridge Village
🏡 OPEN HOUSE
📍427 Williams Crescent, Fort Erie
🗓️ Sunday, July 5, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Come tour this beautifully maintained bungaloft and see why Peace Bridge Village continues to be one of Fort Erie’s most desirable communities.
✅ SOLD FIRM
📍430 Grandview Road, Fort Erie
Congratulations to our sellers! This charming Crescent Park bungalow is officially sold firm.
🔑 CLOSED
📍12679 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls
✔️ Seller represented
📍9069 Tapestry Court, Niagara Falls
✔️ Buyer represented
📍1050 Kettle Court, Fort Erie
✔️ Seller represented
📍40 Jarvis Street #2, Fort Erie
✔️ Residential lease successfully completed for our landlord client.
Every week looks a little different, and that’s what makes real estate exciting. Whether it’s helping a family buy their next home, marketing a commercial property, leasing an investment, or celebrating another successful closing, I’m grateful to help my clients through each step.
📩 Thinking about buying, selling, investing, or leasing? Let’s talk about your next move.
#FortErieRealEstate #NiagaraRealEstate #PortColborneRealEstate #NiagaraHomes #FortErieHomes #OntarioRealEstate #JustListed #JustSold #CommercialRealEstate
I wasn’t about to let all those fresh limes go to waste… 🍋🟩🍹
I wasn’t about to let all those fresh limes go to waste… 🍋🟩🍹
This week’s Thirsty Thursday started with one simple question.
“Alex, what kind of cocktail do you want this week?”
Since he’s on vacation and we had an abundance of fresh limes, the answer was easy… a margarita. But I couldn’t leave it alone.
A splash of coconut cream turned it into a creamy lime margarita that’s tart, a little sweet, and perfect for summer.
And if you’re wondering why my glass overflowed… 🤦♀️ I wasn’t thinking it through. The recipe was really meant for two cocktails, not one! Needless to say, there was plenty left over for a refill.
One of my favourite parts of doing these videos is hearing your suggestions, so keep them coming! I’ve discovered so many great cocktails because of you.
Whether you’re relaxing on the patio, sitting on the dock, watching Canada’s soccer team, counting down to the World Cup, or spending the weekend on the boat, I hope you find a little time to slow down, mix something fun, and enjoy the people you’re with.
Cheers to another Thirsty Thursday! 🍹☀️
#ThirstyThursday #CreamyMargarita #LimeMargarita #SummerCocktails #CocktailRecipe #HappyHour #BoatLife #PatioSeason #NiagaraLifestyle #LifeInNiagara #FortErie #SummerVibes #CocktailLovers #CheersToSummer #CuratingLifeBalance #CanMNT #CanadaSoccer #WorldCup #FIFAWorldCup #RoadToTheWorldCup
Some transactions take weeks.
Some transactions take weeks.
Some take months.
And some feel like they become part of your daily life.
Over the next few days, I’ll be closing on a couple of transactions that have been nearly eight months in the making.
The funny thing is, it has very little to do with the price point.
Some deals simply require more patience.
More conversations.
More problem-solving.
More perseverance.
When you’re in the middle of these situations, everyone feels it.
Clients can become frustrated.
Professionals can become frustrated.
Sometimes the path forward feels unclear.
But today, as I look toward the finish line, I find myself feeling grateful.
Not just because these transactions are finally coming together.
But because I still have the energy to see them through.
The willingness to keep showing up.
The grit to keep working toward a solution when the easy answer would be to give up.
The older I get, the more I appreciate that success isn’t always about the quick wins.
Sometimes it’s simply about staying the course.
💬 What’s something in your life that took longer than expected but was worth seeing through to the end?
#GodMoment #RealEstateWithHeart #FortErieRealtor #NiagaraRealEstate #Perseverance #StayTheCourse #RootedLiving #WomenInRealEstate #RealLifeRealEstate #PatiencePaysOff #KeepShowingUp #GrowthThroughChallenges #GratitudeMoment #FortErieLiving #LifeLessons
It’s funny how many places we drive by every day without ever stopping.
It’s funny how many places we drive by every day without ever stopping.
Some of my favourite walks in Fort Erie aren’t the ones you’ll find in a travel guide. They’re the quiet places I’ve discovered over the years—the ones where you can hear the water, clear your head, and simply slow down.
In this video, I’m sharing five of my favourite walking spots in Fort Erie. Some are well known, while others are hidden gems that many people pass every single day without realizing they’re there.
If you’re looking for somewhere to stretch your legs, enjoy the waterfront, or discover a new part of our community, I hope this gives you a few ideas.
And be sure to stay until the end… my fifth spot is still one of my personal favourites.
Here is a link to the youtube video: https://youtu.be/5QI_tc8V3Ps
Have you been to any of these places? Or do you have a hidden gem I should add to my list?
#FortErie #FortErieOntario #NiagaraRegion #ExploreFortErie #LifeInNiagara #WaterfrontLiving #WalkingTrails #HiddenGems #OntarioOutdoors #DiscoverOntario #VisitFortErie #NiagaraLifestyle #CuratingLifeBalance #ExploreLocal #SmallTownOntario
✨ Why settle for one level… when you can have the best of both?
✨ Why settle for one level… when you can have the best of both?
📍427 Williams Crescent, Fort Erie
💲$475,000
If you’ve been searching for low-maintenance living without sacrificing space, this Peace Bridge Village bungaloft deserves a closer look.
🏡 Built in 2022
🛏️ 2 Bedrooms
🛁 2 Bathrooms
📐 1,471 sq. ft.
🚗 Attached garage
🌿 Located in desirable Peace Bridge Village
What makes this home stand out?
✔️ Main floor primary bedroom with 4-piece ensuite
✔️ Bright open-concept kitchen, dining, and great room
✔️ Stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar
✔️ Spacious second-floor bedroom with its own bathroom
✔️ Versatile loft ideal for a home office, reading nook, or guest space
✔️ Full unfinished basement with rough-in for a future bathroom
✔️ Thoughtfully designed layout that works for downsizers, professionals, or seasonal residents
Located close to parks, the library, hospital, shopping, and everyday amenities, this home offers comfort, convenience, and exceptional value in one of Fort Erie’s most sought-after communities.
📲 Ready to take a tour? Send me a message to book your private showing or request more information.
#FortErieRealEstate #PeaceBridgeVillage #FortErieHomes #NiagaraRealEstate #Bungaloft
The peonies have just finished for the season 🌸
The peonies have just finished for the season 🌸
And honestly, they never stay long enough.
Every year I wait for them.
Every year I stop and admire them.
And every year it feels like their season is over in the blink of an eye.
As the peonies fade, the rest of the garden starts to take over.
This year, my planting is a little late.
In fact, I’m not even sure I’ll do as much as I normally do.
Life gets busy, and some years you have more time for the garden than others.
But that’s okay too.
Here is a little look at some of my pots early on as they begin to fill in for the season.
My herb pots are planted.
The new dogwood tree is settling into its new home after replacing something that didn’t make it through the winter.
And now comes the fun part…
Watching everything grow.
One of the things I love most about gardening is that it teaches patience.
You do the work.
You water.
You wait.
And eventually, the garden rewards you.
The older I get, the more I appreciate that process.
Are your gardens and flower pots planted yet, or are you still working on them like me?
👇
#forterielife #forterie #forterieliving #niagararegion
#peonies #dogwoodtree #gardenseason
#summergarden #flowerpots #herbgarden
#gardeninglife #simplejoys #balancedliving
#lifeinbalance #joyinthejourney
#realestatelifestyle
Details matter…
Details matter…
more than most people realize.
A seamless experience doesn’t happen by chance — it comes from planning, communication, and staying focused from start to finish.
Steve trusted me through both the sale and purchase, and that kind of full-circle experience is always meaningful.
Thank you for your continued trust over the years. 🏡
#forterie #niagararealestate #scarlettrealestategroup #century21niagara #buyandsell #realestateservice #clientreview #attentiontodetail #localexpert #trustedrealtor #seamlessprocess #testimonial #sold #gratitude #realestatelife
