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Calgary Daily Market Update – June 19, 2026

Daily Market Activity

Calgary's housing market remains balanced as June progresses. Through June 18, total sales have reached 1,364 transactions, down 2.4% from the 1,397 sales recorded at the same point in June 2025.

New listings total 2,610 properties, down just 0.7% from last year's 2,627 listings. Active inventory has risen slightly to 7,072 homes, up 1.5% year over year, giving buyers more choice than they have enjoyed over the past several years.

Pricing remains remarkably stable. The median sale price stands at $599,950, essentially unchanged from the $599,000 recorded a year ago. The average sale price sits at $676,813, representing a 4.7% increase year over year. Homes are averaging 36 days on market, compared with 33 days during the same period last year.

Year-to-Date Trends

Through June 18, Calgary has recorded 10,259 sales, down 10.9% from the 11,509 transactions reported during the same period in 2025.

New listings total 19,624 properties, down 7.7% year over year. Despite lower sales volumes, pricing continues to show resilience. The year-to-date median price remains at $580,000, only 0.9% below last year's level, while the average sale price has increased 2.1% to $648,727.

Overall, the market continues to move toward more balanced conditions after several years of exceptionally tight inventory.

Weekly Market Trends

For the week ending June 18, sales activity softened compared with the same week last year.

Sales totaled 526 transactions, down 8.5% from the 575 sales recorded during the comparable week in 2025. New listings declined 9.5% to 983 properties, while active inventory increased slightly by 1.5% to 7,072 homes.

The weekly median price fell 4.8% to $590,000, while the average sale price increased 2.6% to $673,532. Homes spent an average of 37 days on market, compared with 33 days during the same week last year.

These figures continue to suggest a healthy and balanced market with moderate demand and stable pricing.

General Market Trends

Calgary continues to benefit from strong population growth and a comparatively healthy Alberta economy. Elevated inventory levels are providing buyers with more negotiating power, helping moderate the pace of price growth seen over the last several years.

Detached homes continue to perform well, while increased supply in the apartment and condominium sectors has created improved affordability opportunities for first-time buyers and investors.

Interest Rate Environment

The Bank of Canada maintained its overnight lending rate at 2.25% during its June meeting. Policymakers cited slowing economic growth, elevated energy prices, and ongoing global uncertainty as reasons for keeping rates unchanged. Markets continue to expect borrowing costs to remain relatively stable through much of 2026 unless inflation moderates further.

Three Major Economic Stories from June 18

1. Canadian Producer Prices Continued Rising

New inflation data showed producer prices increased again in May, driven by higher energy costs and supply chain pressures. Persistent inflation could delay future interest-rate cuts and affect mortgage borrowing costs.

2. Canadian Stock Markets Pulled Back

Canada's TSX index declined for a second consecutive session as investors reacted to weaker commodity prices and growing concerns over global economic growth. Increased market volatility can influence consumer confidence and investment decisions.

3. Consumer Spending Remained Resilient

Recent retail sales figures pointed to continued strength in consumer spending, particularly in vehicle purchases and home improvement categories. Strong household spending supports economic activity and helps underpin housing demand.

Outlook

Calgary's housing market continues to transition toward a more balanced environment. Although year-to-date sales remain below 2025 levels, inventory has stabilized and prices have proven remarkably resilient.

Population growth, a healthy Alberta economy, and stable interest rates continue to provide support for housing demand. While buyers now have more options and greater negotiating power than in recent years, Calgary remains one of Canada's stronger housing markets.

As the summer market unfolds, balanced conditions and steady pricing are expected to remain the dominant themes heading into the second half of 2026.