Richmond Hill · Neighbourhood Guide 2026
Oak Ridges, Richmond Hill Real Estate
Nature at your doorstep, north of the city rush
— Asal, 13+ years in GTA real estate
The Richmond Hill market, September 2026
In September 2026, 172 homes sold in the City of Richmond Hill (down 9% from September 2025). The median price was $1,079,000, down 10% from a year earlier, and homes took 36 days on average to sell, at 98% of the asking price.
- Homes sold
- 172
- September 2025: 188
- Median price
- $1,079,000
- -10% year over year
- Average days to sell
- 36
- September 2025: 33
- Sold vs asking
- 98%
- September 2025: 99%
- New listings
- 584
- September 2025: 655
- Months of inventory
- 5.6
- September 2025: 5.6
All home types, the City of Richmond Hill. Oak Ridges itself is not reported separately — TRREB publishes these figures for a municipality or a Toronto district, not for a neighbourhood. Source: TRREB Market Watch, September 2026 (published 2026-10-06), compared with September 2025. Past figures, not a forecast or a valuation of any home.
About Oak Ridges
Oak Ridges sits at Richmond Hill's northern edge on the Oak Ridges Moraine — a community defined by Lake Wilcox, trail networks, and a newer housing stock than the city's core. Buyers who want space, nature, and a modern home without leaving York Region look here first.
The area mixes newer subdivisions with estate pockets and townhome developments around the lake. It attracts move-up families and buyers trading urban density for trails and water views while keeping GO and Highway 404 access within reach.
Why people choose Oak Ridges
- ✓ Lake Wilcox parks, beach area, and waterfront trails
- ✓ Newer builds with modern layouts and finishes
- ✓ Oak Ridges Moraine conservation lands and trail systems
- ✓ Community centre and growing local amenities on Yonge
- ✓ More home and lot for the dollar than central Richmond Hill
🏡 Buying here?
Micro-location matters here: proximity to the lake, backing onto greenspace, or a premium ravine lot changes value meaningfully between otherwise similar homes. Walk the street, not just the house.
💰 Selling here?
Highlight what Oak Ridges buyers came for — outdoor lifestyle, newer systems, and turn-key condition. Listings that lead with lifestyle photography around the lake and trails consistently draw stronger traffic.
Oak Ridges — frequently asked questions
How is the Oak Ridges housing market right now?
In September 2026, 172 homes sold in the City of Richmond Hill (down 9% from September 2025). The median price was $1,079,000, down 10% from a year earlier, and homes took 36 days on average to sell, at 98% of the asking price. Source: TRREB Market Watch, September 2026.
Is Oak Ridges a good area for families?
Yes — newer schools, the lake and trail network, and modern family-sized homes make it one of Richmond Hill's strongest draws for young and move-up families.
What are home prices like in Oak Ridges?
Townhomes and semis sit below detached family homes, and a detached home's price depends heavily on its size, age, and position relative to the lake and greenspace. We do not publish a price range here without a dated source; for a current figure on a specific street, ask for a valuation built from recent sales.
How is the commute from Oak Ridges?
Drivers reach Highway 404 in about 10–15 minutes; GO bus and rail options connect south. It suits hybrid commuters better than daily downtown travellers.
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