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5 Ways Sellers Can Increase Their Home’s Value Before Listing

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📊 June Market Snapshot | Edmonton & Surrounding Counties

Here’s a quick look at how our local markets are performing 👇

🏡 Detached Homes | Edmonton

Average price sits at $592,989, down 1.9% from May but still up 3.3% year-over-year. Sales activity picked up with a 6.1% increase month-over-month, showing continued buyer interest.

🏘 Semi-Detached Homes | Edmonton

Inventory is rising, with new listings up 15% year-over-year. Sales are also trending upward, increasing 6.7% from May and 4.9% from last June. The average price climbed slightly to $434,651.

🌲 Detached Homes | Lac St. Anne County

Homes are selling faster and for more money. With 37 sales, 41 days on market, and an average sold price of $492,871, prices are up over 20% from last year. Well-priced homes continue to move efficiently despite slightly fewer sales.

🌳 Detached Homes | Parkland County

Strong momentum continues with 50 homes sold, an impressive 26 average days on market, and an average price of $778,992. Compared to last...

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📊 Central Alberta Real Estate Market Update

Momentum is building across Central Alberta as buyers re-engage and the market continues to move with confidence.

🏡 Detached Homes
Average price hits $604,744, up 2.6% this month and 4.8% year-over-year. Sales are also up month-over-month, showing continued demand despite a shift in inventory.

🏘️ Semi-Detached Homes
Steady growth continues with prices averaging $433,478. Sales are up both monthly and yearly, while new listings are increasing—giving buyers more choice.

🌾 Rural Parkland
A strong month with 39 sales, faster absorption at 37 days on market, and a more active, efficient pace overall. Buyers are moving quicker and the market is responding.

🌲 Lac St. Anne County
With 28 sales and an average price of $469,462, the standout trend is clear—recreational and lifestyle properties are in demand, especially lake access and acreage living. Properties are still moving, averaging 42 days on market.

✨ Overall Trend
More activity. Faster decisions. Rising...

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Edmonton, AB – May 1, 2026

Total Sales:2,482 sales in April 2026

↑ 16.4% from March 2026

↓ 8.1% from April 2025

New Listings:4,204 new listings

↑ 13.9% month-over-month

↑ 9.1% year-over-year

Inventory Levels:↑ 11.3% from previous month

↑ 31.4% compared to April 2025

Average Selling Price (All Residential):$478,902

↑ 1.7% from March 2026

↑ 1.9% from April 2025

MLS® HPI Benchmark Price:$431,900

↑ 1.4% month-over-month

↓ 1.6% year-over-year

Market Insights (Darlene Reid):Market activity continues to rise but at a slower pace

Peak activity expected in the next two months

Interest rate held at 2.25% until at least mid-June

More listings expected → more buyer choice

Prices may still rise, but fewer multiple-offer situations than last year

Property Type Breakdown

Detached Homes:Average price: $589,384

↓ 0.1% from March 2026

↑ 0.8% from April 2025

Sales: ↑ 20.9% month-over-month, ↓ 5.5% year-over-year

New listings: ↑ 13.3% month-over-month, ↑ 10.4% year-over-year

Semi-Detached Homes:New listings: ↓ 0.4% month-over-month,...

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📊 Edmonton Real Estate Market Update – March 2026

The spring market is heating up 🌷—but with a twist:

🏡 2,133 homes sold
⬆️ +33% vs. February
⬇️ −14% vs. last year

📈 Inventory is rising
More listings (+30% month-over-month) = more options for buyers

💰 Prices holding steady
Average price: $470,819
⬆️ +3.4% from last month
⬆️ +2.2% year-over-year

🔍 What it means:
More supply + fewer sales than last year = a more competitive market for sellers. Strategic pricing is key right now.

👉 Buyers: More choice, less pressure
👉 Sellers: Stand out to sell fast

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Market Stats February 2026

The Greater Edmonton Area real estate market experienced a seasonal uptick in February 2026, with 1,606 sales—up significantly from January but still lower than February 2025. New listings and overall inventory increased both month-over-month and year-over-year, indicating growing market activity and supply. The average residential price rose slightly to $454,801, while the MLS® Home Price Index benchmark saw a small monthly increase but remained lower than last year. Most property types, including detached, semi-detached, and row/townhomes, recorded monthly price growth and higher sales compared to January, though many remained below last year’s sales levels. In contrast, apartment condominiums saw declining prices despite higher sales activity, suggesting they may attract buyers seeking more affordable options such as first-time homeowners and investors.

Sources from RAE

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Greater Edmonton Area Real Estate Market

January 2026 — One-Page Brief

Market Activity

• Sales: 1,151 residential sales

  • ↓ 12.5% month-over-month

  • ↓ 27.6% year-over-year

• New Listings: 2,518

  • ↑ 84.2% month-over-month

  • ↑ 4.7% year-over-year

• Inventory:

  • ↑ 8.5% from December 2025

  • ↑ 32.7% compared to January 2025

• Average Days on Market: 59

Pricing Overview

• Average Residential Price: $448,761

  • ↓ 1.4% month-over-month

  • ↑ 2.5% year-over-year

• MLS® HPI Composite Benchmark: $415,000

  • ↓ 0.1% month-over-month

  • ↓ 1.0% year-over-year

Market Conditions & Outlook

• Sharp increase in new listings signals a shift toward a more balanced and competitive market

• Sellers face increased competition as inventory builds early in 2026

• Buyers benefit from:

  • Greater selection

  • Reduced urgency

  • Improved negotiation leverage

• Market momentum is expected to increase heading into the spring season

Property Type Highlights

Detached Homes

• Average Price: $556,752

  • ↓ 1.7% month-over-month

  • ↓ 0.6% year-over-year

• Sales:

  • ↓ 16.3% month-over-month

  • ↓ 23.1% year-over-year

• New Listings:...

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• A/C & carpet (2020)

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• New furnace (2023)

• Washer & dryer (2021)

• Solar exterior lights & security system

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• South-facing yard with deck & privacy screen

• Fresh paint (2025)

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Greater Edmonton Area (GEA) Real Estate Market

December 2025 | Edmonton, AB

Market Snapshot

• Residential Sales: 1,315

  • ↓ 20.4% month-over-month

  • ↓ 7.5% year-over-year

• New Listings: 1,389

  • ↓ 37.1% month-over-month

  • ↑ 3.9% year-over-year

• Inventory Levels:

  • ↓ 24.2% from November

  • ↑ 28.9% compared to December 2024

• Average Residential Price: $454,981

  • ↑ 1.8% month-over-month

  • ↑ 4.7% year-over-year

• MLS® HPI Benchmark Price: $415,300

  • ↓ <0.1% month-over-month

  • ↑ 2.8% year-over-year

Market Conditions

• Typical seasonal slowdown observed in December

• Buyer negotiation leverage common at year-end

• Price stability maintained despite reduced activity

• Detached and row/townhomes outperformed other segments

• Condo/apartment segment softened and lagged the market

Price Performance by Property Type

• Detached Homes:

  • Avg. price: $566,552 (↑ 2.3% MoM | ↑ 5.2% YoY)

• Semi-Detached Homes:

  • Avg. price: $422,078 (↓ 0.4% MoM | ↑ 3.3% YoY)

• Row/Townhomes:

  • Avg. price: $297,124 (↑ 2.6% MoM | ↑ 1.6% YoY)

Key Takeaways

• Year-end slowdown did not disrupt overall price...

Overall Greater Edmonton Area (GEA) Market – November 2025

• Sales: 1,654

  • ↓ 19.7% from October 2025

  • ↓ 13.5% from November 2024

• New Listings: 2,281

  • ↓ 27.9% month-over-month

  • ↑ 11.0% year-over-year

• Inventory:

  • ↓ 10.6% from last month

  • ↑ 33.3% from last year

• Average Residential Price: $447,005

  • ↓ 1.7% from October

  • ↑ 2.7% from November 2024

• MLS® HPI Benchmark Price: $415,500

  • ↓ 1.3% month-over-month

  • ↑ 3.3% year-over-year

• Market Commentary:

  • Seasonal slowdown typical for late year

  • Fewer sales, longer days on market, slight price softening

  • Good time to plan for 2026 market (per Darlene Reid, REALTORS® Association of Edmonton)

Detached Homes

• Average Price: $553,746

  • ↓ 1.0% from October

  • ↑ 2.6% from November 2024

• Sales:

  • ↓ 22.7% month-over-month

  • ↓ 15.2% year-over-year

• New Listings:

  • ↓ 29.2% month-over-month

  • ↑ 12.5% year-over-year

Semi-Detached Homes

• Average Price: $423,790

  • ↓ 1.2% from October

  • ↑ 5.5% from November 2024

• Sales:

  • ↓ 7.8% month-over-month

  • ↑ 3.1% year-over-year

• New Listings:

  • ↓ 39.4% month-over-month

  • ↑ 17.0% year-over-year

Row/Townhomes

• Average...

Greater Edmonton Area (GEA) Real Estate Market – October 2025

Overall Market Summary

Total Sales: 2,061

↓ 5.7% from September 2025

↓ 17.0% from October 2024

New Listings: 3,306

↓ 4.7% month-over-month

↑ 14.7% year-over-year

Inventory Levels:

↓ 5.9% from previous month

↑ 30.7% from previous year

Prices

Average Selling Price (all residential): $454,777

↑ 0.3% month-over-month

↑ 3.2% year-over-year

MLS® HPI Composite Benchmark Price: $418,500

↓ 1.2% from September 2025

↑ 3.7% from October 2024

Market Commentary – Darlene Reid, 2025 Board Chair

October reflects a seasonal slowdown.

Sales and prices remain higher than last year → showing healthy demand and stability.

More listings compared to last year → creating balanced market conditions

Greater Edmonton Area Real Estate Market – September 2025

Overall Market Activity

New Listings: 3,645

↑ 0.1% from August 2025

↑ 16.3% from September 2024

Units Sold: 2,192

↓ 7.8% from August 2025

↓ 2.9% from September 2024

Available Inventory:

↑ 25.6% compared to September 2024

Pricing

Average Residential Selling Price: $452,849

↓ 1.8% from August 2025

↑ 2.8% from September 2024

MLS® HPI Composite Benchmark Price: $423,500

↓ 1.0% from August 2025

↑ 4.2% from September 2024

Market Commentary – Darlene Reid, Board Chair

Fall market activity is slowing, as expected.

Price increases seen in semi-detached and row/townhouse types.

Possible activity spike if Bank of Canada lowers interest rates.

Autumn cooling could help buyers capitalize on better pricing.

Data by Property Type

Detached Homes

Average Price: $554,084

↓ 2.8% from August 2025

↑ 0.2% from September 2024

Sales:

↓ 7.7% month-over-month

↑ 0.7% year-over-year

New Listings:

↓ 2.3% from August 2025

↑ 18.6% from September 2024

Semi-Detached...