The AAM Real Estate Blog

Market snapshots, community by community

Real numbers for the places I actually work — average price, year-over-year change, and how long homes are taking to sell. Updated for August 2026.

Hamilton · August 2026

Hamilton Market Snapshot

$746,000

Down 10% year-over-year

Hamilton is the clearest buyer's market in the region right now. More inventory than active buyers means conditions on financing and inspection are being accepted again, and well-prepared buyers are negotiating below list.

38 days on marketRead

Brant County · August 2026

Paris Market Snapshot

$824,000

Down 3% year-over-year

Limited inventory keeps Paris resilient. Well-presented homes in the newer subdivisions still draw multiple showings in their first week on market.

35 days on marketRead

Hamilton · August 2026

Ancaster Market Snapshot

$1,065,000

Down 6% year-over-year

Ancaster holds its premium over the rest of Hamilton thanks to well-regarded schools, larger lots and easy 403 access.

39 days on marketRead