Edmonton Market Update — March 2026

Fresh Monthly Snapshot

March 2026 Edmonton Market Snapshot (official release: April 2, 2026)

The Greater Edmonton Area posted a strong month-over-month jump in activity in March 2026, with more sales, more new listings, more inventory, and higher average prices. At the same time, the year-over-year picture still shows a changing market, with fewer sales than March 2025 but more available inventory, which means sellers may still need to price strategically to stand out.

Residential sales: 2,133 (up 33.1% month-over-month)
New listings: 3,809 (up 30.6% month-over-month)
Average residential sale price: $470,819 (up 3.4% month-over-month)
Median residential sale price: $443,500
Inventory at month end: 6,214 (up 13.8% month-over-month)
Average days on market: 38 (down 6 days from February)
MLS® HPI composite benchmark: $426,000 (up 1.5% month-over-month)

Year-over-year, residential sales were down 14.0%, new listings were up 4.2%, average price was up 2.2%, inventory was up 31.6%, and the MLS® HPI composite benchmark was down 2.9%.

Residential Sales

2,133

Feb: 1,603 (up 33.1%)

New Listings

3,809

Feb: 2,917 (up 30.6%)

Average Price

$470,819

Feb: $455,338 (up 3.4%)

Inventory

6,214

Feb: 5,460 (up 13.8%)

February vs March 2026 — Quick Market Graphs

February values below are back-calculated from the month-over-month percentages in the March 2026 market release. They are useful for quick visual trend comparison.

Residential Sales

February 2026 1,603

March 2026 2,133

New Listings

February 2026 2,917

March 2026 3,809

Average Residential Sale Price

February 2026 $455,338

March 2026 $470,819

Inventory at Month End

February 2026 5,460

March 2026 6,214

MLS® HPI Composite Benchmark

February 2026 $419,704

March 2026 $426,000

Average Days on Market

February 2026 44

March 2026 38

Key Market Signals in March 2026

Sales jumped faster than prices: market activity accelerated sharply month-over-month, while prices rose more moderately.
Listings also climbed: more supply came online, which helps explain why the market can feel active without every segment becoming overheated.
Inventory is much higher than last year: sellers now have more competition than they did in March 2025.
Days on market improved from February: homes moved faster in March than in February, which is a healthy spring signal.
Condo pricing stayed softer: apartment condos remained the affordability play, while detached homes continued to command the strongest average prices.

By Property Type

What buyers are paying by property type right now:

Detached homes: $590,162 average, 1,231 sales, about 36 days on market
Semi-detached: $436,997 average, 257 sales, about 36 days on market
Row/Townhomes: $307,666 average, 300 sales, about 37 days on market
Apartment Condos: $212,054 average, 345 sales, about 48 days on market

Detached homes continued to lead in both average price and sales volume. Semi-detached prices dipped month-over-month, row/townhomes were nearly flat, and apartment condos stayed level from February while remaining the most affordable option.

MLS® System Activity & Rentals

Additional system activity in March 2026:

Total MLS® system sales this month: 2,469
Total residential sales value: $1,077,168,671
Total MLS® system sales value this month: $1,126,781,240
Total MLS® system sales value year-to-date: $2,527,718,042

Rental snapshot:

Total rented listings: 27
Active rentals: 66
Average days on market (rentals): 36
Average 1-bedroom rent: $1,023
Average 2-bedroom rent: $1,516

What Different Price Ranges Look Like Right Now

Under $250,000: This range continues to attract first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. Condos and smaller homes can still pull attention when the condition, location, and monthly costs make sense.
$250,000–$350,000: A very active bracket for townhomes, older detached homes, and value-driven purchases. Buyers in this range are especially price-sensitive.
$350,000–$450,000: A busy move-up range where clean presentation and realistic pricing can make a major difference in days on market.
$450,000–$575,000: One of the strongest family-home brackets, especially for detached homes with good layouts, finished basements, or upgraded kitchens.
$575,000–$700,000: Buyers become more selective here. Lot quality, finish level, and neighbourhood reputation matter more.
$700,000+: Upper-end homes are judged more carefully. Luxury buyers pay close attention to design, privacy, quality, and lifestyle fit.

How to Read the Market Without Overreacting

What this means locally: Edmonton is not a one-number market. A mature-neighbourhood bungalow, a newer southwest detached home, a row/townhome, and a downtown condo can all behave differently at the same time. That is why broad averages are useful for context, but real pricing decisions still come down to location, condition, property type, and how your home compares to current competition.

March 2026 suggests that market energy is picking up for spring. Buyers are active, inventory is rising, and homes that are priced well can still move efficiently — but there is enough supply that sellers cannot rely on momentum alone.

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March 2026 Edmonton Market FAQ

Is the Edmonton market still active in March 2026?

Yes. Residential sales rose to 2,133 in March 2026, up 33.1% from February, which shows a much more active spring market.

Did more homes come onto the market in March?

Yes. New listings climbed to 3,809, up 30.6% month-over-month, and inventory rose to 6,214.

Are Edmonton home prices still rising?

Average residential sale price increased to $470,819, up 3.4% from February and up 2.2% year-over-year.

What property type looks strongest right now?

Detached homes remain the strongest major category by both average price and sales volume, with 1,231 March sales and an average of $590,162.

Are condos still a more affordable option?

Yes. Apartment condos averaged $212,054 in March 2026, which keeps them well below detached and semi-detached pricing and attractive for first-time buyers and investors.

What does this mean for sellers?

More inventory means sellers may need stronger pricing, better presentation, and sharper positioning to stand out, but the rise in sales and average prices shows there is still real demand for well-priced homes.

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