Top Edmonton Realtor Sara Kalke Spring 2026 Real Estate Market Update

Spring Market Wrap Up – Edmonton 2026

The grass is green, the flowers are here, and Edmontonians are doing what we do best – smiling ear to ear enjoying the outdoors!

My family is excited for the gorgeous weather. Ferdinand is riding his bike, and we are working on gardening projects around the house.

As always, I am extremely thankful for all of my wonderful clients who send me your friends and family, and those who reach out for referrals to my network of top-tier agents across the country.

Here’s my take on the market right now:

The Data:

Despite there being 24% more homes for sale and 12% fewer sales in May this year than in May 2025, the market has been great for detached homes, especially move-in-ready, strategically priced and nicely staged ones. While average prices are up 4.8% showing strong sales in the high end markets, the benchmark detached home price remains unchanged year over year (up 0.2%). Semi-detached (duplex, triplex, etc.) and townhouse listings stayed flat year over year.

However, the apartment condo market has seen a slowdown, with prices dropping for both the average (-3.7%) and benchmark prices (-8.7%). This is very likely due to the significant jump in construction of rental properties in Edmonton.

Notably, the markets in Sherwood Park and St Albert continue to be very strong.

If You’re Buying or Selling Soon:

Strategy is EVERYTHING. There are a few key steps that my buyers and sellers are taking that are helping them stand out – these strategies have helped my sellers achieve record prices, and my buyers win not just bidding wars, but tough negotiations far under asking price with properties relatively new on the market.

If You’re Thinking of Selling in the Next Year:

Now is the PERFECT time to call me to arrange photos, video and drone of the yard you have worked so hard on! There is no charge for these and I keep them on file so I have them when you are ready to list.

And for everyone:

Wishing you the most wonderful start to summer, safety in your travels, and that you and your families may make memories that last your lifetimes.