The Monthly Edit, October 2026
October in Oxford County
What's happening in Oxford County this October, plus the latest market numbers and your fall home checklist.
Fall has officially settled into Oxford County, and October is full of good reasons to get out and enjoy it. In this month's edit, I'm sharing local events worth adding to your calendar, a look at how the September real estate market shaped up, and a simple checklist to get your home ready for the colder months ahead.
October events in Oxford County
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3October
Pie Making Workshop
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. · Embro Legion
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3October
Fall Fest
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. · Woodstock Museum Square
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9October
Kickin' Kountry
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. · The Copper Mug, Tillsonburg
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21October
SoupStock 2026
11:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. · Goff Hall, Woodstock
Event details can change, so it's always a good idea to confirm with the organizers before heading out.
The market at a glance: September 2026
Here's how the Oxford County real estate market performed in September.
| Sept 2026 | Aug 2026 | Change | |
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| Average sale price | $636,664 | $629,833 | +1.1% |
| New listings | 343 | 288 | +19.1% |
| Homes sold | 154 | 141 | +9.2% |
| Median days on market | 34.5 | 34 | +0.5 days |
Is it a buyer's or a seller's market right now?
The honest answer: it depends on the city, the neighbourhood and the type of property. Some homes are selling within a couple of weeks, while others are taking a couple of months.
Overall, though, Oxford County is hovering around a balanced to buyer's market. New listings jumped about 19% from August while sales grew at a slower pace, which means buyers have more homes to choose from heading into fall. Prices held steady, with the average sale price up about 1%.
If you're wondering what this means for your own plans to buy or sell, I'm always happy to walk you through the numbers for your specific area.
Your October home maintenance checklist
A few small jobs now can save you bigger headaches once winter arrives.
- Put away the patio furniture. Clean it, then store or cover it for the season. Keep cushions somewhere secure where rodents can't get to them.
- Trim back tree branches. Cut away any branches that are close to or hanging over your home's roof.
- Check your weatherstripping. Look around exterior doors and replace any that's worn or cracked to keep drafts out.
- Clean behind your appliances. Vacuum and clean under and behind your fridge, stove and other major appliances.
Thinking of selling soon?
- Complete touch-ups. Paint over scuffs on the walls, freshen up trim and replace any cracked outlet covers.
- Declutter and organize. Sell or donate items you no longer need, depersonalize your space and tone down bold decor.
- Book a deep clean. Hire professional cleaners to tackle bathrooms, living spaces, the kitchen and windows.
