Durham Region
Pickering Real Estate
Waterfront, GO access and the new Seaton community.
City · Durham Region
About Pickering
Pickering is the closest Durham city to Toronto. It offers established lakeside areas like Bay Ridges and a large new community growing in Seaton.
Pickering is named after the town of Pickering in North Yorkshire, England.
Homes: Detached homes, townhomes, new construction and condos near the GO.
Known for
- Frenchman's Bay and the waterfront trail
- Pickering City Centre
- The new Seaton community
Market this month
Pickering real estate market
Pickering · September 2026
Source: TRREB Market Watch, released October 6, 2026
- Average price
- $893,842
- Median price
- $817,500
- Homes sold
- 92
- Benchmark price
- $866,800
- -3.7% vs last year
- Days on market
- 33
- Sale-to-list price
- 98%
- Active listings
- 411
- Months of inventory
- 3.7
- Seller's market
- Detached$1,080,69850 sold
- Semi$751,1676 sold
- Townhouse$769,30115 sold
- Condo apt$491,1437 sold
7 areas
Pickering neighbourhoods
Bay Ridges
Waterfront area south of Highway 401 by Frenchman's Bay, with the Nautical Village, condos and townhouses.
Rosebank
Quiet southwest pocket between the Rouge River, Petticoat Creek and the lake, with large lots.
Amberlea
Established 1970s and 1980s area along Whites Road, mostly detached and semi-detached homes.
Liverpool
Pickering's largest neighbourhood, mostly 1970s and 1980s detached and semi-detached homes.
Duffin Heights
Newer north Pickering area with new detached and semi-detached homes, townhouses and condos.
Seaton
Large planned community in north Pickering, building since 2017, planned for up to 70,000 people.
Claremont
Historic rural village in north Pickering, about 1,200 people, and birthplace of painter Tom Thomson.
Daily life
Living in Pickering
Schools
- Durham District School Board
- Durham Catholic District School Board
- Conseil scolaire Viamonde
- Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir
Well known: Dunbarton High School (opened 1961, arts classes at its South Campus), Pine Ridge Secondary School, St. Mary Catholic Secondary School.
Parks and outdoors
- Frenchman's Bay waterfront Boardwalk, beachfront park and marinas along the bay and lake.
- Petticoat Creek Conservation Area Lakeside conservation land at the edge of Rosebank.
- Rouge National Urban Park Federal park lands along Pickering's western border.
- Chestnut Hill Recreation Complex Pools, ice rinks, courts and a skateboard park near Amberlea.
Shopping and dining
- Pickering Town Centre Two-storey indoor mall in the city centre.
- Nautical Village Shops, cafés and restaurants by the Frenchman's Bay boardwalk.
- Pickering Casino Resort Casino and hotel complex near Highway 401, opened in 2021.
- Kingston Road Main commercial strip with plazas and restaurants.
Healthcare
- Lakeridge Health Ajax and Pickering
Commuting
Getting around Pickering
To downtown Toronto: about 35 km by road; about 45 min by GO train to Union Station.
- GO TrainLakeshore East from Pickering GO: about 45 min to Union (fall 2026 schedule)
- DRTPulse 900 runs along Highway 2 west to U of T Scarborough
- HighwayHighway 401 crosses south Pickering; Highway 407 crosses the north
Honest take
Pros and cons of living in Pickering
Why people move here
- GO train station with service to Union Station
- Lake Ontario waterfront and Rouge Park nearby
- Both Highway 401 and Highway 407 run through the city
Things to consider
- Seaton is still early in a long build-out
- North Pickering villages have limited transit
A good fit for: Commuters to Toronto · New-build buyers · Families
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FAQ
Pickering real estate questions
What is the average home price in Pickering?
In September 2026, the average sale price in Pickering was $893,842 and the median was $817,500, based on 92 sales (TRREB Market Watch).
Is Pickering a buyer's or seller's market right now?
There were 3.7 months of inventory in September, which usually points to a seller's market. Homes sold for about 98% of list price on average.
How long does it take to sell a home in Pickering?
Homes that sold in September were on the market for 33 days on average. Pricing and presentation make the biggest difference.
How far is Pickering from downtown Toronto?
about 35 km by road; about 45 min by GO train to Union Station.
Which school boards serve Pickering?
Durham District School Board, Durham Catholic District School Board, Conseil scolaire Viamonde, Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir.
What are the best neighbourhoods in Pickering?
It depends on budget, commute and lifestyle. Popular areas include Bay Ridges, Rosebank, Amberlea, Liverpool, Duffin Heights. Sophia can help you narrow it down.
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