Whitby, a Durham Region town on Lake Ontario between Ajax and Oshawa, is known for its historic downtown, marina, and family-friendly subdivisions. Whitby has roughly 696 active MLS® listings on Condohill as of September 2026.
How Much Does a Home Cost in Whitby Right Now?
| Property type | Typical low end | Median price | Typical high end |
|---|---|---|---|
| Condo apartment | $405,900 | $574,800 | $719,000 |
| Detached house | $799,981 | $1,099,900 | $1,677,400 |
Whitby's detached median (around $1.1M) is among the more accessible in this guide's Durham Region towns, and its condo entry price (around $406,000) is the lowest of any city covered across all of Condohill's GTA buying guides.
Whitby's Neighbourhoods
Downtown Whitby / Port Whitby
Whitby's historic core and marina area, offering established character homes and waterfront access along Lake Ontario.
Brooklin
A former separate village, now part of Whitby, known for newer family subdivisions and a distinct small-town main street feel north of the 407.
Getting Around: GO Transit
Whitby is served by GO Transit's Lakeshore East line, with Whitby GO station offering direct rail service into Union Station, alongside Highway 401 and 407 access for drivers.
Closing Costs to Budget for in Whitby
| Cost | Typical amount |
|---|---|
| Ontario Land Transfer Tax | Varies by price — see calculation guide |
| Legal fees and disbursements | Typically $1,500–$2,500 |
| Home inspection | Typically $400–$700 for a detached home |
Whitby is in Durham Region, so buyers pay only the provincial Land Transfer Tax.
Financing a Whitby Purchase
With Whitby's detached median around $1.1M, most detached purchases require close to a 20% down payment, though buyers targeting the lower end of Whitby's range may find options under the $1,000,000 mortgage insurance threshold. See how minimum down payments work.
FAQ
Is Whitby affordable compared to the rest of the GTA?
Yes — Whitby has one of the most accessible condo entry points (around $406,000) and a detached median (around $1.1M) below most of the GTA's Halton and York Region cities.
Does Whitby have GO Transit?
Yes, via the Lakeshore East line, with Whitby GO station offering direct rail service into Union Station.
Is there a municipal land transfer tax in Whitby?
No — buyers pay only the provincial Ontario Land Transfer Tax.
What is Brooklin known for?
Brooklin is a former separate village now part of Whitby, known for newer family subdivisions and a distinct small-town main street north of Highway 407.
Does Whitby have waterfront access?
Yes — Port Whitby's marina area offers Lake Ontario waterfront access alongside the town's historic downtown core.
Browse current Whitby homes for sale on Condohill.
Sources
Price ranges reflect Condohill's synced MLS® listing data for Whitby as of September 2026. See the TRREB market statistics page for official regional data.