Is Now the Right Time to Upgrade Your House to a 4-Bedroom in Guelph?

If you've been toying with the idea of more space—a home office that’s not doubling as a storage closet, a separate bedroom for each kid, or just a bit more breathing room—you’re not alone. Many Guelph homeowners have outgrown their 3-bedroom homes and are dreaming of that next step: a 4-bedroom home that fits their family and lifestyle better.

Here’s the good news: based on market data from the past 3.5 years, now is one of the most affordable times to upgrade your house.

The Numbers Tell a Story

We looked at the median sale prices for 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom homes in Guelph from 2022 through to the first half of 2025—and here’s what stood out:

• The price gap between 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom homes has narrowed significantly.

• If we look specifically at what happened in the last 6 months of 2024:

  • 3-bedroom home prices decreased by 2.3%, on average

  • 4-bedroom home prices increased by 1.7%, on average

    
    

Even if that trend were to continue for the remainder of 2025, the gap would increase to just under $90,000—still lower than it’s been in years.

That’s a big deal if you’re looking to “move up” the property ladder. A smaller price gap means your current home will get you closer than ever to that dream home.

But Numbers Aren’t Everything—Here Are Other Signs You Might Be Ready to Upgrade Your House:

✅ Your lifestyle is changing.More people working from home? A growing family? Regular guests? These are all signs that it might be time for more square footage.

✅ Your home is starting to feel cramped.Overflowing closets, constant sibling turf wars, or no space to host family comfortably can wear on you over time.

✅ You’re financially prepared.If you’ve built up equity in your current home and feel confident in your monthly budget, now could be a strategic time to upsize.

✅ You plan to stay long-term.If your next home is one you see yourself in for the next 5–10 years, buying in a more affordable gap window is a smart move.

✅ You’re keeping an eye on future value.Even modest appreciation in 4-bedroom homes means your investment could grow faster than you think.

Bottom Line: The Market Is Offering an Opening—Will You Take It?

While no one has a crystal ball, the trends are leaning in your favour if a 4-bedroom home is on your wishlist. Smaller price gaps, softer competition, and motivated sellers all point to an opportunity worth exploring.

We’re happy to walk you through your options—whether that’s pricing out your current home, running some future scenarios, or booking a few showings to see what’s out there.

Let’s see if now really is your time to move up. Questions? Give us a call.