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London is one of Ontario largest cities and one of the most active housing markets outside the GTA. Whether you are a first-time buyer near Western University, a family renewing in Byron, or refinancing in Old South - Jeff and Emily shop 30+ lenders in one application so you never wonder if you got the best deal.

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The London housing market

The median detached home in London is approximately $600,000 in 2026, making it one of the most affordable mid-size cities in Ontario. London draws a mix of university students, healthcare professionals (anchored by London Health Sciences Centre), and families looking for space and affordability. Old North, Wortley Village, and Byron are popular established neighbourhoods, while new subdivisions expand the city north and west.

Buyer's market (about 5 months of supply)Median $618,665 average (HPI benchmark $567,400)April 2026

Average sale price $618,665, down about 5% year-over-year. Benchmark $567,400, down 4.0% YoY. Prices remain over 20% below the April 2022 peak of $825,221.

Detached

$677,292 (down 3.4% YoY)

Townhouse

$479,810 (down 8.6% YoY)

Condo

$297,458 apartment (down 32% YoY)

Where prices sit by neighbourhood

Old North

Mature tree-lined streets with late-1800s to early-1900s homes on larger lots, walkable to Western and downtown

Old South / Wortley Village

Voted one of Canada's great neighbourhoods, character homes, local shops and walkability, commands premiums

Byron~$610,000 (South London quarter)

Quieter west-end family area with parks and trails; South London reported an average around $610K

Masonville~$1,548,000 listing average

North London retail and transit hub next to Western, one of the higher-end pockets with newer executive homes

Hyde Park

Fast-growing northwest district with newer subdivisions and easy Highway 402 access, popular with families

What keeps demand steady

  • Western University (about 43,000 students)
  • Fanshawe College (one of Ontario's largest colleges)
  • London Health Sciences Centre (the city's largest employer, roughly 15,000 staff and physicians)
  • Highway 401/402 corridor and VIA Rail to Toronto

Land transfer tax: Southwestern Ontario: Ontario LTT only, no municipal LTT. First-time buyer rebate up to $4,000.

Local data sources: wowa.ca/london-housing-market · creastats.crea.ca/board/lond · lstar.ca/statistics · zolo.ca/london-real-estate/masonville

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Why use a mortgage broker in London?

A mortgage broker is a licensed professional who shops multiple lenders on your behalf. Instead of going to one bank and accepting their offer, a broker compares rates and terms from 30+ lenders in a single application. The lender pays the broker, so there is no cost to you.

With London leaning toward buyers as of April 2026, your pre-approval and rate hold become real leverage, not just paperwork. On a London-sized mortgage, even a small rate gap adds up to thousands over a five-year term, which is exactly where shopping 30+ lenders pays off. A broker also negotiates the terms that bite later: prepayment privileges, portability within Southwestern Ontario, and how your penalty is calculated if you break early. Big banks often calculate fixed-rate penalties off inflated posted rates, while many monolines and credit unions use your contract rate instead.

Jeff and Emily Mudrick are licensed mortgage agents with BRX Mortgage Inc. (Lic# 13463), serving London and all of Southwestern Ontario. With 177 five-star Google reviews and access to every major lender in Canada, they handle everything from first-time purchases to complex refinances and investment properties.

What we help with in London

From Old North to Old South, here is what we see most often in London.

Buying a Home

First-time or experienced buyer, we walk you through the stress test, down payment options, CMHC insurance, and closing costs. Then we find the rate and lender that fits your situation.

Mortgage Renewal

Your bank sends a renewal letter and hopes you sign it without shopping around. You can switch lenders at renewal with zero penalty. We compare the full market so you know exactly what you are leaving on the table.

Refinancing

Pulling equity for renovations, consolidating debt, or restructuring your mortgage to save money. We calculate the penalty, compare the options, and make sure the numbers actually work before you commit.

Investment Properties

Rental properties have different qualification rules, down payment requirements, and rate options. We know which lenders are investor-friendly and how to structure applications to maximize your buying power.

Healthcare Professionals

Physicians, dentists, residents, and nurses have unique financial situations. Student debt, income that jumps between career stages, and offer letters instead of T4s. We work with lenders who understand all of it.

Self-Employed

Business owners, freelancers, and commission earners face tighter scrutiny from traditional lenders. We know which lenders accept business financials, stated income, or alternative documentation to get you approved.

How it works

Three steps. No paperwork surprises.

1

Book a free call

Tell us about your situation - buying, renewing, refinancing, or just exploring your options in London. We will ask the right questions and give you a clear picture of what is possible. No commitment, no pressure.

2

We shop 30+ lenders

We compare rates, terms, and qualification criteria across the entire market. We handle all the applications, paperwork, and lender communication. You get a clear recommendation with the numbers behind it.

3

You close with confidence

We walk you through every document before you sign. No surprises at the lawyer. Jeff and Emily send personalized video walkthroughs for every milestone, and stay available by phone or email throughout the process and beyond.

Mortgage questions in London

If your question is not here, book a call - we answer everything.

A mortgage broker in London costs $0. The lender pays the broker when your mortgage closes. You receive the same or better rate than going to a bank directly. There is no fee or cost for using a licensed mortgage broker in London or anywhere in Ontario.

The median detached home in London is approximately $600,000 in 2026. Townhomes range from $400,000 to $500,000, and condos start around $300,000. London is one of the most affordable mid-size cities in Ontario, offering strong value for first-time buyers, families, and investors.

Yes. Banks only offer their own products. A broker compares 30+ lenders in one application and finds the best rate and terms for your situation. London buyers frequently save thousands over a 5-year term by using a broker instead of accepting their bank first offer.

No. On a $600,000 London home, the minimum down payment is $35,000 (5% on the first $500,000 and 10% on the remaining $100,000) with CMHC insurance. London is one of the few Ontario cities where first-time buyers can enter the market with a relatively modest down payment.

London offers strong affordability, two major post-secondary institutions (Western University and Fanshawe College), a large healthcare sector, and a diverse economy. The city has seen steady price appreciation and continues to attract buyers from the GTA seeking more home for less money.

London is a buyer's market as of April 2026, with about 5 months of supply. The average price was $618,665, down roughly 5% year-over-year and still over 20% below the April 2022 peak. That gives buyers more negotiating room and time to arrange financing than in the GTA.

North London pockets like Masonville carry the highest price tags, with listing averages well above the citywide $618,665. Character districts like Old North and Old South / Wortley Village also command premiums for their walkability and heritage homes.

With Western at about 43,000 students plus Fanshawe College, London has steady rental and student-housing demand, especially near Masonville and Old North. Investors and parents buying for students keep condos (averaging about $297,000) and starter homes moving even in a softer market.

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