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Navan housing market report

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Published July 27, 2026 · Period 2026-07

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Pass 1 - Prices Navan in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is a small, largely rural/exurban pocket with very limited direct market data, so most available figures are either for the broader Navan–Carlsbad Springs area or Ottawa-wide, not Navan-specific.

Balanced with slight seller lean

With a median days on market of 25 days and a sale-to-list price ratio showing homes selling only 1.6% under list price, Navan demonstrates moderate demand where sellers retain most of their asking price but buyers still have room to negotiate marginally below list.

Market analysis

Sale Prices Reflect a Wide Spread Between Median and Average

Navan's median sale price sits at $787,000 according to redfin.ca, while the average resale residential home price reported by nesto.ca for May 2026 is $635,300. This gap suggests that while a few higher-priced transactions push the median upward, a significant portion of resale activity occurs at lower price points. The townhouse listing price of $555,000 reported by wahi.com as of July 21, 2026, further illustrates the range of housing options available in the neighborhood.

Transaction Volume Remains Low

Navan recorded just 4 homes sold in the current trend view period, according to redfin.ca. This limited volume means individual transactions can disproportionately influence aggregate price metrics. Buyers and sellers should be aware that market signals drawn from such a small sample may not reflect broader directional trends.

Development Charges Set to Drop Sharply Outside the Greenbelt

Navan stands to benefit from a proposed reduction in development charges for single-family homes outside the Greenbelt, dropping to $28,781 from a previous level of $62,568, according to cbc.ca. For apartments with 2 or more bedrooms, the proposed charge falls to $15,475 from $33,642. These reductions could lower the cost of new construction and encourage additional housing supply in the area.

Rental Pricing Provides Context for Investors

Navan's average rent is $2,140 per month as of May 2026, according to nesto.ca. Average 1-bedroom apartment rent sits at $1,949 per month, while 2-bedroom units average $2,453 per month. These rental figures offer a baseline for investors evaluating potential income against the neighborhood's purchase prices.

What this means

For buyers in Navan

With homes selling at 1.6% under list price according to redfin.ca, there is a narrow but real window to negotiate below asking in Navan. Townhouse listings at $555,000 as reported by wahi.com offer an entry point well below the $787,000 median sale price. The proposed reduction in development charges to $28,781 for single-family homes outside the Greenbelt, as reported by cbc.ca, may also signal future new-build options at more accessible price points.

For sellers in Navan

Navan sellers are achieving close to their asking prices, with the sale-to-list price ratio showing only a 1.6% discount according to redfin.ca. The median days on market of 25 days indicates properties are moving at a moderate pace rather than lingering. However, with only 4 homes sold in the current trend view per redfin.ca, pricing accurately is critical since limited transaction volume means overpriced listings risk extended time on market.

Market metrics

  • Jul 21, 2026

    $555,000

    Townhouse Listing Price

    wahi.com

  • Jul 21, 2026

    437 CAD/sqft

    Price Per Square Foot · Townhome

    wahi.com

Frequently asked questions

How much does a home cost in Navan right now?

According to redfin.ca, the median sale price in Navan is $787,000. The average resale residential home price reported by nesto.ca for May 2026 is $635,300.

How long do homes take to sell in Navan?

According to redfin.ca, the median days on market in Navan is 25 days.

Is Navan a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Homes in Navan sell at 1.6% under list price according to redfin.ca, with a median days on market of 25 days, suggesting conditions that lean slightly toward sellers while still offering buyers modest negotiating room.

What does a townhouse cost in Navan?

According to wahi.com, the townhouse listing price in Navan is $555,000 as of July 21, 2026. The price per square foot for townhouses is $437.

How much is rent in Navan?

According to nesto.ca, the average rent in Navan is $2,140 per month as of May 2026. Average 1-bedroom apartment rent is $1,949 per month, and average 2-bedroom apartment rent is $2,453 per month.

Are development charges changing for new homes in Navan?

According to cbc.ca, the proposed 2026 development charge for a single-family home outside the Greenbelt is $28,781, down from $62,568. For apartments with 2 or more bedrooms, the proposed charge is $15,475, down from $33,642.

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