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  • Rents on a downward trend in Calgary

    Calgary's average rent for one-bedroom suites dropped 12% year-over-year to $1,610, and two-bedroom rents fell nearly 12% to $1,940. Month-over-month, rents declined 2.4% for one-bedrooms and 2.5% for two-bedrooms. Unfurnished one-bedroom rents slightly rose by 0.37% in June, while furnished rents fell over 4%. Edmonton saw mixed changes, with one-bedroom rents down about 1% monthly…

  • Calgary Home Inventory Hits 4-Year High

    Calgary Home Inventory Hits 4-Year High

    Calgary’s housing inventory surged to nearly 6,950 units in June 2025, the highest since 2021, driven by a spike in listings. While prices for these segments have dipped, detached home prices remain steady, creating more options for buyers.

  • Stable Calgary Market Entices Buyers in 2025

    Stable Calgary Market Entices Buyers in 2025

    Calgary posted 830 multi-family sales in Q2—well ahead of Toronto region. Alberta’s affordability continues drawing investor interest amid eastern market turbulence. Calgary market remains balanced, offering stable yields for rental-focused investors. Moderate price growth and consistent absorption make Calgary a low-volatility play. Expect continued investor migration to Calgary’s relatively underpriced housing sector.

  • Calgary Rent Prices Plunge to New 2025 Low

    Calgary Rent Prices Plunge to New 2025 Low

    Calgary rents fell the most nationwide, dropping 12% year-over-year in June. One-bedroom average rent in Calgary hit $1,610; two-bedroom dropped to $1,940.

  • Calgary 2025: Value Remains Strong

    Calgary 2025: Value Remains Strong

    Strong job growth continues to attract buyers. Multiplex and row housing remains in high demand. Rental demand grows, especially in South and South East zones. Prices remain resilient despite rising inventory. Investor-friendly policies fuel small-scale development.

  • Calgary’s 2nd Half of 2025: Buyers Gaining Ground?

    Calgary’s 2nd Half of 2025: Buyers Gaining Ground?

    As Calgary enters the second half of 2025, the housing market shifts to balance, with more listings and buyer leverage. Prices remain steady, with detached homes gaining modestly, while apartments dip slightly.

  • Inventory spike cools Calgary home prices, especially for condos

    Calgary's housing inventory rose 83% to 6,941 units, restoring pre-2022 levels and boosting options, especially for apartments and row homes. Home sales fell 16.5% to 2,286 units, while new listings increased 11.2%, balancing the market. Prices dropped 3.6% citywide, mainly in apartments and row homes, while detached home prices remained stable. Supply gains and cautious…

  • Calgary 2025: Balanced Market, Inventory Climbs

    Calgary 2025: Balanced Market, Inventory Climbs

    Inventory up ~83% yearly, giving buyers more negotiating room by mid‑2025. Benchmark prices expected to dip slightly in the second half of 2025.

  • Calgary sees the biggest rent price drop in the country

    Calgary rent prices continue to drop, with one-bedroom rents down 2.4% from last month and 12% year-over-year, averaging $1,610. Two-bedroom rents fell 2.5% monthly and 11.8% annually, averaging $1,940. This contrasts with a slight rent increase across Canada, where median one-bedroom rent rose to $1,520 and two-bedroom to $1,907. Vancouver remains the priciest city, with…

  • Following months of surge, Calgary home prices stabilize

    Calgary's real estate market shows signs of cooling with a 0.4% rise in aggregate home prices and a 1.2% increase for single-detached homes, while condo prices fell 1.6% due to new construction. Inventory is growing, creating a more balanced market and more buyer options. Despite slight sales dips, affordable homes in good locations still attract…

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