Windsor Essex and Chatham Ontario Real Estate Market August Update by Kris Ramotar

August 2025 Real Estate Insights for Windsor, Essex County, and Chatham, Ontario

There is a lot happening in the Windsor Essex and Chatham Ontario real estate markets this August. If you are thinking about buying or selling a home or condo, having the right knowledge—and the right agent—can make all the difference.

I’m Kris Ramotar, and every month families in the Windsor, Essex County, and Chatham regions reach out for my help to make informed, successful real estate decisions. I want to share what’s really going on, how it might affect you, and how you can take the next smart step whether you’re buying, selling, or relocating.

Fresh Market Numbers

This August, 632 homes were listed across Windsor Essex and Chatham, and 215 homes sold during the same period. The average sale price is just above $553,000, with the median price right around $520,000. Sellers are waiting about 27 days on average for their homes to sell. Condos are an interesting story too: 56 new listings, 11 sold, an average price of $334,000, and median price close to $330,000. Condos tend to take a bit longer—around 41 days.

Expired and canceled listings—50 and 251 respectively for homes—show that pricing right and presentation matter more than ever. The same applies for condos with 8 expired and 25 canceled listings. The difference between homes that sell and those that do not often comes down to value, location, condition, and realistic expectations.

What Buyers Should Know

Buyers across Windsor, Essex County, and Chatham are discovering increased selection and opportunity. There is competition for homes that are move-in ready and well priced, particularly in desirable neighborhoods. For such properties, it’s not uncommon to see offers $30,000 to $50,000 over asking—but bidding wars are much less rampant than before.

When you are looking at homes, focus on move-in-ready properties in neighborhoods you love. Be prepared for fair competition, but know that most successful offers are contingent on realistic conditions such as inspections and mortgage approval.

What Sellers Need to Hear

Not every listing flies off the market. Homes that sit tend to be those needing repairs, not staged well, overpriced, or where the seller is reluctant to negotiate. If you want your home to stand out, ensure it is clean, updated as needed, and priced based on current data—not just hope.

Good marketing is powerful. Aggressively marketed and attractively staged homes in solid locations are attracting crowds at open houses and, more importantly, offers.

The Agent Advantage

Working with the right real estate agent can take a lot of stress and uncertainty off your shoulders. In today’s market, you want someone who brings deep local insight, strong negotiation skills, proven marketing strategies, and integrity to the table. I believe in guiding clients the way I would my own family—with honesty and up-to-date market data. Your experience matters to me, and so do your results.

Interview three agents before you decide. Trust your gut, check their reviews, and look for someone with a proven track record of helping families just like yours across Windsor, Essex County, and Chatham.

Real Results. Real People.

Over the last seven years, I’ve helped more than 100 families navigate some of the biggest decisions of their lives, closing over $60 million in home sales. Behind every success is a full team,stagers, cleaners, legal experts and a supportive brokerage that moves quickly to take care of your family’s needs. So when you hire me, you are not just getting Kris Ramotar, but a full suite of resources primed to help with every detail.

If you are planning to buy or sell in Windsor, Essex County, or Chatham Ontario, or if you have questions about this market update or your particular situation, I invite you to reach out today. The best real estate decisions start with the right conversation—and I am here to help make your next move a smart, smooth, and rewarding one.

Ready to start your real estate journey or just want honest, up-to-date advice? Call or message Kris Ramotar today and let’s get you moving in the right direction.