There were 865 cottages for sale in Muskoka on October 12, 2026, with a median asking price of $749,000. This report looks at what is listed, what sellers are asking by type, size and town, and how quickly cottages are moving.
Muskoka cottage prices in October 2026
The median asking price for a cottage in Muskoka is $749,000, so half of the cottages for sale are listed above it and half below. The middle half of listings are priced between $350K and $1.4M, and the full range runs from $100K to $14.3M. Using the size ranges in the listings, that works out to a median of about $761 per square foot.
Muskoka sits 18% above the median of $635,000 for all 8,473 cottages for sale on Cottage Connect. Of the 16 areas in this month's reports, it has the 3rd-highest median asking price.
| Asking price | For sale | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Under $500K | 277 | 34% |
| $500K to $800K | 162 | 20% |
| $800K to $1.2M | 120 | 15% |
| $1.2M to $2M | 123 | 15% |
| $2M and up | 123 | 15% |
Prices by type of cottage
Waterfront cottages and homes are the most common in Muskoka right now, with 444 listed at a median of $1.11M. Land listings follow with 277 at a median of $329K.
| Type | For sale | Median asking price |
|---|---|---|
| Waterfront cottage or home | 444 | $1.11M |
| Land | 277 | $329K |
| Resort condo or fractional | 77 | $400K |
| Off-water cottage or home | 7 | $975K |
What each size costs
By size, the median asking prices in Muskoka are 1 or 2 bedrooms at $594K, 3 bedrooms at $872K and 4 or more bedrooms at $1.83M. The step up from one size to the next is roughly what the extra bedroom costs, which is worth knowing before you decide how much space you need.
| Size | For sale | Median asking price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 or 2 bedrooms | 116 | $594K |
| 3 bedrooms | 216 | $872K |
| 4 or more bedrooms | 185 | $1.83M |
Where the cottages are in Muskoka
Huntsville has the most cottages for sale (159), followed by Muskoka Lakes (155) and Gravenhurst (141). Among the busiest towns, Huntsville has the lowest median asking price ($450K) and Muskoka Lakes the highest ($1.1M).
| Town | For sale | Median asking price |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | 159 | $450K |
| Muskoka Lakes | 155 | $1.1M |
| Gravenhurst | 141 | $699K |
| Georgian Bay | 141 | $825K |
| Lake of Bays | 113 | $649K |
| Bracebridge | 96 | $667K |
Waterfront and off-water prices in Muskoka
Almost every cottage and home for sale in Muskoka is on the water: 444 of 451, at a median asking price of $1.11M. The typical waterfront listing that states its frontage has about 98 feet of shoreline. Frontage, the slope down to the water, which way the shore faces and whether the water is deep off the dock all move the price as much as the cottage itself.
Lakes with the most cottages for sale in Muskoka
Lake Muskoka has the most listings right now (113, median $1.25M), followed by Georgian Bay (54, median $997K). Each lake has its own market, so compare a cottage with the others on the same lake before you compare it with the region.
| Lake | For sale | Median asking price |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Muskoka | 113 | $1.25M |
| Georgian Bay | 54 | $997K |
| Lake of Bays | 43 | $899K |
| Peninsula Lake | 33 | $449K |
| Lake Rosseau | 21 | $2.5M |
| Kahshe Lake | 11 | $1.09M |
| Three Mile Lake | 10 | $849K |
| Six Mile Lake | 9 | $999K |
How fast cottages are moving in Muskoka
The typical cottage for sale in Muskoka has been listed for 87 days. That is a slower pace, which usually gives buyers time to compare and room to negotiate on price and conditions. 177 of today's listings (20%) came on the market in the last 30 days, 48 of them in the last week.
What it means if you are buying or selling
Buyers: Use the tables above to see where your budget goes furthest in Muskoka, then browse all 865 cottages for sale in Muskoka. Listings change through the day, so an email alert is the easiest way to see new ones first.
Sellers: These 865 cottages are your competition. Buyers will compare yours with the ones in the same price band and town, so price against what is listed now and what has sold recently. Find out what your cottage is worth.
- Gather your septic records, water test results, survey and any permits before you list. Cottage buyers ask for them early, and having them ready keeps conditions short.
- Have the septic system inspected and the well water tested before your offer is firm. Both are common conditions on cottage purchases and can be expensive to fix.
- Check how the property is reached all year: a municipal road maintained in winter, a private road with a road association, or water access only. It affects insurance, financing and resale.
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Frequently asked questions
How many cottages are for sale in Muskoka?
On October 12, 2026 there were 865 cottages for sale in Muskoka on Cottage Connect, 177 of them listed in the last 30 days. The number changes through the day as homes are listed and sold.
What is the median asking price for a cottage in Muskoka?
$749,000 as of October 12, 2026. The middle half of listings are priced between $350K and $1.4M.
How long do cottages take to sell in Muskoka?
The cottages for sale on October 12, 2026 had been listed for a median of 87 days. Well-priced homes in popular towns often go faster than that.
Which Muskoka town has the most cottages for sale?
Huntsville, with 159 listed at a median asking price of $450K.
Are these sold prices?
No. Every figure in this report is an asking price for a property that is for sale. Sold prices are shown to members of The Inner Circle on each listing page, or ask us and we will send you recent sales on the lake or road you are looking at.
How this report is made: every figure comes from the cottages for sale in Muskoka on Cottage Connect on October 12, 2026, from active MLS® listings. Prices are asking prices, not sold prices. Listings under $100,000 are left out of the price figures. Time listed is the median number of days since each home came on the market.