Panic or Opportunity? Hamilton Real Estate Sales Plunge 40%
•February 17, 2026
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Why It Matters
The drop allocates significant negotiating power to buyers and investors, creating near-term acquisition opportunities and pricing risk for sellers and lenders; if sustained, the trend could slow regional construction and investor returns. Market participants should reassess valuations, financing strategies and inventory assumptions in light of higher supply and longer listing times.
Summary
Hamilton’s residential market showed sharp weakening at year-end, with board-wide sales plunging nearly 40% in December and new listings down more than 50% month-over-month. Average prices fell roughly 11.5% month-to-month and average days on market jumped by about 11–14 days, leaving months of supply in the five-to-seven month range—firmly a buyer’s market. Local brokers called December’s collapse an anomaly likely influenced by extreme weather, but said underlying inventory and price pressures reflect broader cooling since the boom. Agents and investors report rising deal flow off-market and increased willingness by sellers to negotiate, including seller financing on some deals.
Original Description
Hamilton real estate sales dropped nearly 40% month-over-month — is this a market crash or a rare buying opportunity?
In this Hamilton real estate market update, Adam JD Martin sits down with Abdellah Majd, broker and operator at Revel Realty Hamilton, to break down the latest December 2025 stats and what they mean for buyers and investors heading into 2026.
We cover:
✅ Why sales plunged 40% — and whether it’s truly a crash
✅ December’s sharp slowdown and why it may be an anomaly
✅ The 11.5% price correction and what it means for investors
✅ Resale value vs rental corrections — who’s actually winning?
✅ Why seller financing is becoming more common (if you ask)
✅ Why thinking 5 years ahead beats reacting to 5 months of volatility
If you’re serious about investing in Hamilton real estate, this episode breaks down both the risks and the real opportunities emerging in this market cycle.
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Who is Abdellah Majd?
Abdellah Majd started investing in Real Estate in 2013, which naturally progressed to a career in Real Estate in 2016. Over the past 5 years, Abdellah has helped many like minded investors build their portfolios. He is passionate in teaching his clients the power of owning multiple assets.
Clients work with Abdellah because of his genuine disposition and creativity in finding solutions for all client types.
In April of 2020, Abdellah ventured into creating his own team of experts in the industry, now known as the Majd Realty Group. He rapidly grew his small team of 3 agents, into a team of 7. This young, powerful team covers from Niagara to Oakville and everywhere in between, as there isn't a market they aren't able to navigate at a high level. Abdellah spends most of his day running around with investors; he consistently provides the utmost care, support and knowledge to all of his clients and his team.
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0:00 - Introduction
1:41 - Welcome Abdellah Majd & What We Will Cover
2:14 - Hamilton November Stats
4:43 - Hamilton December Stats
8:45 - Current Market Mindset & Opportunities
15:23 - Hamilton Benchmark Values
16:37 - Opportunity #1: Side by Side Row Houses
17:36 - Opportunity #2: Off Market McMaster Student Rental
18:54 - Opportunity #3: Legal Non Confirming Triplex
19:44 - Preferred Vendors
22:30 - Connect with Abdellah
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