The Aurora mortgage market in 2026
As of 2026, the benchmark home price in Aurora is roughly $1,330,000 (Ontario, population ~65k). Upper-tier York family market; strong refinance book. At that benchmark, 20% down is about $266,000, and you’d need roughly $205,000 in household income to qualify after the stress test — the greater of your contract rate + 2% or 5.25%. Put 5% down and you’re in for about $66,500 plus a default-insurance premium: a smaller cash outlay now for a slightly higher monthly payment. We model your exact Aurora numbers — price band, down payment, and the stress test — before you ever write an offer.
