Scarborough is Toronto's largest and easternmost district, covering the E01 through E11 postal districts from the Toronto-Pickering border west to the Don Valley. It's long been one of the GTA's more accessible entry points into the City of Toronto, offering more detached-home inventory per dollar than almost anywhere else within Toronto's borders.
How Much Does a Home Cost in Scarborough Right Now?
Based on active listings synced to Condohill across Scarborough's postal districts:
| Property type | Median price | Active listings |
|---|---|---|
| Condo apartment | $529,999 | 863 |
| Detached house | $1,099,000 | 782 |
Scarborough's detached median sits well below most other parts of Toronto proper, which is exactly why it remains a go-to option for buyers who want to own a house in the city of Toronto without North York or Old Toronto pricing. Its condo market, concentrated near the Scarborough Town Centre and the GO corridor, gives buyers an even more accessible starting point.
Scarborough's Neighbourhoods, by Buyer Type
Scarborough Bluffs / Cliffside
A sought-after lakefront pocket built around the Scarborough Bluffs, with established detached homes and some of the best natural scenery in the city.
Agincourt
A well-established, family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, popular with move-up buyers for its schools and shopping along Sheppard Avenue.
Scarborough Town Centre area
Scarborough's high-rise condo hub, anchored by the mall and civic centre, with the deepest condo inventory in the district and growing transit investment.
Getting Around: GO Transit and the Subway
Scarborough is served by several Lakeshore East GO stations, giving residents a direct rail commute into Union Station. The Line 2 subway currently ends at Kennedy station, with an extension into central Scarborough under construction — a long-term driver of demand for buyers betting on improved transit access in the coming years.
Land Transfer Tax in Scarborough
Because Scarborough is part of the City of Toronto, buyers here pay both the provincial Ontario Land Transfer Tax and the additional Toronto Municipal Land Transfer Tax — unlike most 905-area GTA cities, which charge only the provincial tax. First-time buyers can offset this: combined provincial and Toronto rebates can total up to $8,475. See our Ontario land transfer tax guide for the full calculation.
Financing a Scarborough Purchase
Scarborough's condo median, around $530,000, and its detached median, around $1.1 million, both fall comfortably under the $1.5 million mortgage insurance price cap — meaning most Scarborough purchases remain eligible for an insured mortgage with less than 20% down. See how mortgage pre-approval works before house-hunting.
FAQ
Is Scarborough part of Toronto?
Yes — Scarborough was an independent city until 1998, when it amalgamated into the City of Toronto along with North York, Etobicoke, York, and East York.
Is Scarborough a cheaper place to buy than the rest of Toronto?
Generally yes — Scarborough's detached and condo medians both run below most other Toronto districts, making it one of the more accessible ways to buy a house within Toronto's city limits.
Does Scarborough have GO Transit?
Yes — several stations on the Lakeshore East line offer a direct rail commute into Union Station.
Do I pay Toronto's municipal land transfer tax in Scarborough?
Yes. Scarborough is part of the City of Toronto, so buyers pay both the provincial Ontario Land Transfer Tax and the Toronto Municipal Land Transfer Tax.
Is the subway being extended into Scarborough?
Yes — a Line 2 extension into central Scarborough is under construction, which is expected to improve transit access to areas currently served mainly by bus and GO Transit.
Browse current Toronto homes for sale on Condohill to see what's available in Scarborough today.
Sources
Price data reflects Condohill's synced MLS® listing data for Scarborough (Toronto E01–E11) as of September 2026. Land transfer tax rebate figures per ontario.ca and the City of Toronto's MLTT page. This is general information, not tax advice.