The December numbers across Oakville show a market that’s still moving, but at a slower and more deliberate pace than earlier in the year. New listings continued to come online, and that added supply gave buyers even more room to slow down. Instead of rushing, they compared homes carefully across neighbourhoods and price points before making decisions.

The homes that sold were the ones that felt properly priced for today’s market. Buyers weren’t stretching for high numbers or chasing optimistic pricing. They focused on value and moved toward listings that felt fair, while anything priced too aggressively struggled to gain traction.

Average prices across Oakville softened from the fall, and days on market continued to rise. That doesn’t point to a weak market. It reflects a shift in expectations. Buyers are still active, but they’re cautious and selective. Sellers who recognized that early saw smoother outcomes. Those holding onto yesterday’s pricing are still waiting.

For sellers, the takeaway is simple. Oakville buyers haven’t disappeared, but honesty matters more than ever. When a home lines up with what buyers expect in today’s market, it gets attention. When it doesn’t, it gets passed over. In this environment, progress belongs to the sellers who adapt early, not the ones waiting for the market to bend back.