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CALGARY AND AREA HOUSING MARKET REPORT – APRIL 24, 2026

CALGARY DAILY HOUSING SUMMARY
Calgary recorded 74 residential sales on April 23, down from 107 on April 22 but consistent with typical daily fluctuations. New listings came in at 243, while active inventory rose to 6,080 homes.

Inventory continues to trend upward, giving buyers more selection and negotiating power compared to earlier in the year.

SEVEN-DAY TRAILING TRENDS
For the week of April 17 to April 23, Calgary recorded 538 total residential sales, up 14.47% compared to the same period in 2025.

New listings totaled 869, an increase of 12.27% year over year, reflecting a continued rise in seller activity.

The median price for the week was $599,950, up 1.86% year over year, while the average price came in at $642,902, essentially flat (-0.27%).

Days on market averaged 37 days, up from 28 days last year, indicating a slower but still stable market pace.

MONTH-TO-DATE MARKET CONTEXT
Through April 23, Calgary has recorded 1,567 total residential sales, down 5.83% compared to 1,664 at the same point last year.

New listings total 2,985, down 4.78% year over year. Active listings sit at 6,080 homes, up 3.17%, continuing to support more balanced conditions.

The median price is $586,000, up 0.09% year over year, while the average price is $655,262, up 2.35%. Homes are taking approximately 36 days to sell compared to 29 days last year.

YEAR-TO-DATE PERFORMANCE
Year to date, Calgary has recorded 6,203 total residential sales, down 11.23% compared to 2025.

New listings total 11,949, a decrease of 7.26% year over year.

The median price is $575,000, down 0.61%, while the average price is $637,117, up 1.78%. Days on market have increased to 41 days compared to 32 days last year.

MARKET SUMMARY
Calgary’s housing market continues to shift toward more balanced conditions. While sales remain below last year’s levels, recent weekly gains suggest improving momentum as we move further into the spring market.

Rising inventory is easing pressure on prices, but values remain stable overall with modest growth in average prices. Buyers are gaining more leverage, while sellers are adjusting expectations in a market that is no longer as competitive as previous years.