Durham Region
Whitby Real Estate
A historic downtown, Port Whitby and growing Brooklin.
Town · Durham Region
About Whitby
Whitby offers a historic downtown, a marina at Port Whitby and new communities in Brooklin to the north, all with Highway 412 and 407 access.
Whitby grew around its natural harbour on Lake Ontario, its main early asset.
Homes: Detached homes, townhomes and new construction in Brooklin.
Known for
- Port Whitby marina
- Downtown Whitby's Brock Street
- Brooklin village and new neighbourhoods
Market this month
Whitby real estate market
Whitby · September 2026
Source: TRREB Market Watch, released October 6, 2026
- Average price
- $882,772
- Median price
- $850,000
- Homes sold
- 96
- Benchmark price
- $897,200
- -5.5% vs last year
- Days on market
- 24
- Sale-to-list price
- 99%
- Active listings
- 428
- Months of inventory
- 2.9
- Seller's market
- Detached$995,36857 sold
- Semi$786,1673 sold
- Townhouse$787,56822 sold
- Condo apt$530,8138 sold
6 areas
Whitby neighbourhoods
Downtown Whitby
Historic core around Brock and Dundas streets, with shops, restaurants and older homes.
Port Whitby
South end between Highway 401 and the lake, with the marina, beaches and Whitby GO.
Brooklin
Growing north Whitby community that began as an 1840s mill village on Lynde Creek.
Williamsburg
Newer west Whitby area near Highway 412, mostly large detached family homes.
Taunton North
North Whitby area close to Highway 407, mostly detached homes.
Rolling Acres
1990s east-central subdivision between Rossland and Taunton roads, with trails linking parks.
Daily life
Living in Whitby
Schools
- Durham District School Board
- Durham Catholic District School Board
- Conseil scolaire Viamonde
- Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir
Well known: Henry Street High School, Trafalgar Castle School (independent girls' school, grades 4 to 12), All Saints Catholic Secondary School (French Immersion).
Parks and outdoors
- Lynde Shores Conservation Area Lakeside trails beside two provincially significant wetlands.
- Heydenshore Kiwanis Park Waterfront park with a beach and waterfront trail access.
- Heber Down Conservation Area Trails in north-west Whitby near Williamsburg.
- Thickson's Woods Small natural area with old-growth white pines near the lake.
Shopping and dining
- Downtown Whitby Independent shops and restaurants around Brock and Dundas streets.
- Whitby Mall Neighbourhood shopping centre on Dundas Street East.
- Taunton Road Big-box retail centres in north Whitby.
Healthcare
- Lakeridge Health Whitby (specialty)
- Lakeridge Health Oshawa
- Lakeridge Health Ajax and Pickering
Commuting
Getting around Whitby
To downtown Toronto: about 40 km east of Toronto; about 60 min by GO train to Union Station.
- GO TrainLakeshore East from Whitby GO: about 60 min to Union (fall 2026 schedule)
- DRTRoute 905 links Whitby GO with Port Perry and Uxbridge
- HighwayHighway 412 (toll-free since 2022) links Highway 401 to Highway 407
Honest take
Pros and cons of living in Whitby
Why people move here
- Seat of Durham Region government
- GO train station plus Highways 401, 412 and 407
- Lake Ontario waterfront parks and conservation areas
Things to consider
- No full-service hospital in town
- Much of the newest housing is in the north, farther from the GO train
A good fit for: Move-up families · New-build buyers · Commuters
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FAQ
Whitby real estate questions
What is the average home price in Whitby?
In September 2026, the average sale price in Whitby was $882,772 and the median was $850,000, based on 96 sales (TRREB Market Watch).
Is Whitby a buyer's or seller's market right now?
There were 2.9 months of inventory in September, which usually points to a seller's market. Homes sold for about 99% of list price on average.
How long does it take to sell a home in Whitby?
Homes that sold in September were on the market for 24 days on average. Pricing and presentation make the biggest difference.
How far is Whitby from downtown Toronto?
about 40 km east of Toronto; about 60 min by GO train to Union Station.
Which school boards serve Whitby?
Durham District School Board, Durham Catholic District School Board, Conseil scolaire Viamonde, Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir.
What are the best neighbourhoods in Whitby?
It depends on budget, commute and lifestyle. Popular areas include Downtown Whitby, Port Whitby, Brooklin, Williamsburg, Taunton North. Sophia can help you narrow it down.
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