January 21, 2026
RED FM News Desk
Calgary’s real estate market is expected to return to more stable conditions in 2026 following a notable softening last year, according to a new forecast from the Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB).
Released Tuesday, the outlook shows the city has shifted away from a seller-dominated market toward more balanced conditions, as higher inventory and declining sales eased pressure on prices.
Home sales declined across all property types in 2025. Apartment sales saw the steepest drop, falling 28 per cent, while row home sales decreased by 17 per cent. Sales of semi-detached and detached homes each declined by eight per cent.
At the same time, inventory levels rose sharply. CREB reported a 50 to 70 per cent increase in available homes across most categories in 2025, providing buyers with more choice. Row homes were the exception, with inventory falling by 87 per cent. New listings also increased by roughly 10 to 15 per cent for most home types, though apartment listings edged down by one per cent.
For buyers like Lakeview resident Aislinn Grant, the changing market has opened up new possibilities. Grant, who has lived in her townhome for about three years, is preparing to sell as her family grows and is now searching for a larger home.
She says she has been surprised by the range of options now available.
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