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Ottawa real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Ottawa real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Median sale price
$227K
+3.8%
from Q2 '26
Median list price
$228K
+7.2%
from Q2 '26
Active listings
104
+9.5%
from Q2 '26
Homes sold
61
+17%
from Q2 '26
New pendings
62
+3.3%
from Q2 '26
New listings
70
-5.4%
from Q2 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Ottawa
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Ottawa
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Ottawa
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Ottawa
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Ottawa
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Ottawa
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
17
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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20
40
60
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100
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25
50
75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Ottawa currently leans toward sellers, with a market gauge reading in seller’s market territory. Months of supply sits at 2.1, which is still low enough to favor sellers even after rising sharply from a year ago. Homes are also moving quickly, spending a median of just 16 days on the market in this rolling three-month view.
Prices have held fairly steady compared with last year, with the typical home value essentially flat year over year around the mid-$200,000s while the median list price is up a few percent. At the same time, more owners are bringing properties to market, as new listings are up strongly from a year ago even though active inventory is slightly lower and closed sales are down double digits.
Demand still shows up in how quickly well-priced homes go under contract, with more than half of listings going off the market within two weeks and roughly a quarter selling above list price. The average sale-to-list ratio is just under 100 percent, indicating buyers typically pay very close to asking even as conditions ease from earlier, tighter periods. Whether you are trying to stand out as a buyer or maximize your position as a seller, Agent Pronto can connect you with a local Ottawa real estate agent who understands these trends and how to navigate them.
Learn more about what Ottawa has to offer.
Ottawa offers residents a friendly, active community that blends historic charm with inviting parks, diverse local dining and culture, and convenient everyday amenities.
Ottawa offers a small city feel with more day‑to‑day convenience than many nearby rural communities, yet a calmer pace than larger neighbors like Lawrence and Olathe. Set along the Marais des Cygnes River and close to major routes to Kansas City, it appeals to long‑time residents and newcomers who want local identity with easy regional access.
Historic downtown along Main Street features brick storefronts, local dining at places like Smoked Creations BBQ, and events that bring the community together. Cultural anchors such as the restored Plaza Cinema and Carnegie Cultural Center reflect Ottawa’s emphasis on preserving its past while supporting arts and entertainment.
Outdoor recreation is a major part of local life. The Prairie Spirit Trail State Park trailhead in town links walkers and cyclists to miles of converted rail corridor. Families frequent Forest Park for playgrounds, ballfields, and seasonal festivals, while students and faculty shape the community around Ottawa University.
Neighborhoods range from historic homes near downtown to newer subdivisions on the edge of town, so pricing and competition can vary block by block. Whether you are planning a first purchase, upsizing, or preparing to list in Ottawa, timing and preparation matter in this evolving market. Agent Pronto connects you with a real estate agent who understands local trends and can guide both buyers and sellers with confidence.
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“Rick was amazing to work with!! We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an honest, hardworking realtor who truly cares about the wants and needs of his clients. Rick always gave 110% and then some”
Brickhaven.RealEstate, LLC
“Linda is a great agent. She will go the extra mile to ensure you get the best price for your home. She is responsive when you need help with anything throughout the process. If your buying she will search until she finds you the perfect home”
1st Class Real Estate
“Darren did an outstanding job on helping me and my family find our dream house. He made sure we didn’t rush on our choice, and set us up with an amazing lender to help with my VA loan. When we first wanted this house someone else had an offer on it so Darren helped us keep an eye on it. As soon as it went back on the market Darren helped us make sure that we got our offer in quickly cause he knew how much we wanted it.”
Burton Real Estate
“Where do I start? She was my realtor when I bought my house and sold my house in Ogden. And 100% recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell. She was attentive, very responsive and made the entire process easy from start to finish! Highly recommend!”
HOMEFRONT Real Estate Group
“Jeremy was a fantastic guy and I could not have chose a better person to represent us as we were looking for a house. He would stay up late answering our first-time home buyer questions and would get us into see houses we wanted to tour very very quickly. An amazing individual all around and a fantastic realtor. 12/10 stars!”
LPT Realty
“Tyler is a remarkable human being first and foremost, when we were about to give up and God sent Tyler. He went to the ends of the earth for us and brought us through this journey of selling our home successfully. We are extremely blessed to know Tyler.”
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
“Patrick and Christina are literally amazing. They go above and beyond for their clients and on a personal level have gone our do their way to check on us even long after a sale is done. We’ve used them now 4 times in both selling and buying experiences and have been blown away. Their team is top notch and I know of I reccomend someone to them they’ll be taken care of.”
Keller Williams KW One Legacy Partners LLC
“Isaac stated that he was a good negotiator and he wasn't kidding, he was patient with us and sent homes that exactly matched our criteria. He was very easy to work with, very responsive, and provided an overall wonderful experience for us during a very stressful time in our life. Highly recommend.”
Keller Williams Northland Partners
“We can’t recommend our real estate agent Blair highly enough. From November through January, he dedicated his weekends to taking us all over — often well outside the city and sometimes more than an hour away — until we finally found the right home. He was consistently kind, patient, and courteous, and never made us feel rushed or pressured. One thing we really appreciated was how thorough he was. He always helped us check properties for FHA compliance and made sure we understood what to look for, which saved us a lot of stress and potential surprises. Early on he even gently suggested a different lender — advice we now realize would have saved us a lot of headaches (Rocket Mortgage ended up being very difficult to work with). Throughout the entire process, he made everything feel easier. He was professional, honest, and also genuinely fun to work with — his humor and positive attitude made long days of house hunting enjoyable. Most importantly, we always felt like he was truly on our side and looking out for our best interests. We’re so grateful for his hard work and guidance and would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for an agent who is knowledgeable, dedicated, and supportive from start to finish.”
eXp Realty
“I reached out to Shelee when I originally started thinking about buying my first home. Well, four weeks later we closed on my house in Spring Hill. She made the entire process so easy, answered all 1000 questions I had and was so incredible to work with. She has a client for life!”
Keller Williams Legacy Partners, Inc.
“Carrie was very friendly. She explained the process and her and her staff remained in contact throughout. She got us top dollar for our sale. Would recommend her to anyone.”
RE/MAX Heritage
“Cindy displayed exceptional knowledge of the process, the area, and great insight to our desire in homes. She was very reachable, quick to respond, and so very friendly, and took the anxiety out of our search/purchase process! I appriciated the way she followed up after closing aand felt she was very genuine.”
Bill White Real Estate
“We cannot articulate our appreciation and praise for Jen enough. Her professionalism, responsiveness, knowledge, honesty, and understanding rate as top notch. From searching through closing, and post-closing, Jen’s engagement affords us the peace of mind that we made the right decision. Throughout the process Jen was quick to identify concerns and opportunities. Leveraging her network of resources, Jen ensured we had the insight and referrals needed. Jen balances an empathetic nature to her client with a direct nature to the other party. When the seller was not acting timely, Jen stayed on top of the situation to make sure the actions were taken, and we were informed of the progress. We highly recommend Jen as she goes above and beyond!”
Platinum Realty LLC
“I have never worked with such an amazing & honest Realtor in my life. Jason provided me with so much information I've never ever seen that much before. I truly think if I would of called him at 2am he would of answered. Now I asked him for alot of extra help. Too much truthfully but he would respond almost immediately & if I needed help with something or had a question he was on it & I never was left hanging once. I'm so thankful I found him & he impressed me immediately. I wish every realtor could be like him 1 word "Exceptionalizsm".”
Platinum Realty
“Heather was fantastic in helping us find our home! She was knowledgable and kept us in the loop during the whole process. We highly recommend her to anybody buying or selling their home!”
Keller Williams Heather Peters Real Estate
“Nita was outstanding! She is very knowledgeable and walked us through every step! This was our first house and it couldn’t have gone any smoother. We would recommend Nita to anyone!”
RE/MAX Remax Elite Realtors
“The real estate agent you recommended, Tricia Davis, did a very good job.”
ERA Real Estate Great American Realty
“James worked with us through all aspects of selling our home. He was always available for phone calls; answering questions, offering advice & support.”
MBA Real Estate
“Felicia is a wonderful real estate professional, she is kind, fun, attentive, Felicia is on it, she goes above and beyond making your house hunting experience fulfilling and rewarding. I’d definitely work with Felicia again, and again and again.”
Bricktown ICT Realty
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