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CALGARY AND AREA HOUSING MARKET REPORT – APRIL 12, 2026

CALGARY DAILY HOUSING SUMMARY
Calgary recorded 49 residential sales on April 11, compared to 112 on April 10 and 75 on April 9. New listings came in at 65, while active inventory rose slightly to 5,853 homes, up 0.62% year over year.

Inventory continues to trend higher, giving buyers more choice while reducing urgency across the market.

SEVEN-DAY TRAILING TRENDS
For the period of April 5 to April 11, total residential sales reached 432, down 16.92% compared to the same period in 2025.

New listings totaled 880 (-19.85% YoY), while active inventory reached 5,853 homes.

The median price rose 4.10% to $584,000, while the average price increased 4.75% to $652,796.

Days on market averaged 37 days, up from 29 days last year, reflecting slower absorption and more balanced conditions.

MONTH-TO-DATE MARKET CONTEXT (APRIL)
Through April 11, Calgary has recorded 697 total residential sales, down 19.61% year over year.

New listings total 1,433 (-24.38%), while active listings are at 5,853 (+0.62%).

The median price is $580,000 (-0.34%), while the average price is $650,716 (+1.98%).

YEAR-TO-DATE PERFORMANCE
Year-to-date sales total 5,333, down 13.86% from 2025.

New listings are at 10,398 (-10.71%). The median price is $570,000 (-0.87%), while the average price is $633,482 (+1.55%).

Days on market remain elevated at 41 days compared to 33 days last year, reinforcing the shift toward more balanced conditions.

MORTGAGE RATE ENVIRONMENT
1-year fixed: 4.39% – 4.79%
3-year fixed: 3.59% – 4.49%
5-year fixed: 3.69% – 4.49%
10-year fixed: 5.50% – 5.80%
3-year variable: 3.35% – 3.95%
5-year variable: 3.35% – 4.45%

Borrowers remain cautious, balancing affordability with expectations of potential rate changes later this year.

ECONOMIC AND ENERGY CONTEXT
Higher oil prices continue to support Alberta’s economic outlook, strengthening provincial revenues and helping sustain job growth and migration into Calgary.

MONETARY POLICY AND FINANCIAL MARKETS
The Bank of Canada remains in a holding pattern, with markets watching closely for potential rate cuts as inflation stabilizes.

CALGARY ECONOMIC INDICATORS
Strong population growth and relative affordability continue to support long-term housing demand, even as short-term activity slows.

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT – AIRDRIE
Airdrie continues to be one of the fastest-growing communities near Calgary, offering more affordable housing options, strong family amenities, and convenient access to the city. Its continued growth makes it a key market to watch.

MARKET SUMMARY
Calgary’s housing market is steadily moving toward balanced conditions. Sales remain below last year’s levels, but stable pricing and rising inventory are creating a more sustainable environment for both buyers and sellers.