Windsor-Essex Real Estate Market Update – May 2025

by Kris Ramotar

Thinking about buying, selling, or relocating in Windsor-Essex County? Here's your monthly market breakdown with the latest stats, trends, and expert advice to help you make smart real estate moves this spring.

📊 Market Overview: What Happened in May 2025?

🔹 Freehold Homes (Detached, Semi, Townhomes)

Listed: 1,328 properties
Sold: 480 homes
Average Sale Price: $622,000
Median Sale Price: $512,000
Days on Market (Average): 22
Expired Listings: 73
Cancelled Listings: 522

➡️ Insight:
There’s a lot of inventory, but not all of it is moving. Many homes were either overpriced or not properly prepped, resulting in hundreds of cancellations and expired listings. However, homes that are well-presented, priced competitively, and move-in ready are still selling fast—often with multiple offers.

🔹 Condos

Listed: 140 condos
Sold: 40 condos
Average Sale Price: $391,000
Median Sale Price: $360,000
Days on Market (Average): 35
Expired Listings: 16
Cancelled Listings: 55

➡️ Insight:
The condo market is softer than the freehold market, but buyers seeking affordability and low maintenance living have real opportunities—especially when condos are staged and priced well.

👀 What Buyers Need to Know

Homes under $550K are seeing strong competition.
Some listings are getting 3–5 offers, selling above list price.
Clean, unconditional offers (no inspection or financing conditions) often win.
🔑 Pro Tip: Secure a firm mortgage commitment letter — not just a pre-approval. This gives your offer serious strength.

👉 Buyers, there are also homes sitting on the market that may offer negotiation opportunities, especially if they’ve been re-listed or price-adjusted.

🧰 What Sellers Should Expect

First impressions matter. Think curb appeal, scent, cleanliness, and lighting.
Homes that are updated, staged, and priced right get attention fast.
If you bought in 2021–2022, be realistic—prices have adjusted since the peak.
Repairs, paint touch-ups, decluttering, and marketing go a long way.
🎯 Smart pricing often brings in multiple offers and stronger terms.

💡 Example: A recent 3-bed, 2-bath home in South Windsor listed for $370,000 ended up selling for $420,000 with 5 offers. Why? Good location, good condition, and priced right.

🤝 Who You Hire Matters

Choosing the right Realtor makes a huge difference.
Work with someone who:

Knows the local Windsor-Essex market
Shares real data and case studies
Offers fair commission and better marketing strategies
Has positive client reviews
Isn’t just part of a big-name team, but actually puts your goals first

🛑 Don’t just assume a big team means better results. And please — don’t pay 6% commission unless you’re getting next-level value.

📞 Ready to Make a Move?

Whether you’re buying, selling, or relocating in Windsor-Essex County, I’d love to help. Every month, I guide families just like yours to make confident, well-informed real estate decisions.

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