Real Estate Report: Calgary Market Enters Year-End Calm: Daily Balance Amidst Rising Inventory

THE DAILY PULSE

• Daily Sales: 11
• New Listings: 11
• Net Inventory Change: 0 (Daily Activity)

On December 29, 2025, Calgary's real estate market reported a balanced daily activity with 11 sales matching 11 new listings. The daily average price was $518,805. It's important to note that daily average prices can fluctuate significantly based on the specific mix of homes sold, not necessarily reflecting a broad change in property values. Today's average is notably below the month's average of $605,550, suggesting a higher proportion of entry-level or lower-priced homes traded hands.

So What? For buyers, this quiet period, especially with lower-priced sales, could indicate opportunities for motivated purchasers to find specific property types without intense competition. Sellers listing today should be prepared for discerning buyers and understand that daily activity might skew towards certain price points.

MONTHLY TRENDS

• Month-to-Date Sales (December): 1,037
• Month-to-Date New Listings (December): 1,161
• Current Total Active Inventory: 4,399 units

While daily activity was balanced, the broader December trend shows new listings outpacing sales (1,161 new listings vs. 1,037 sales month-to-date), contributing to the current active inventory of 4,399 units. This indicates a gradual increase in available properties, particularly in higher-density sectors like row and apartment-style units, fostering a more balanced market compared to earlier in the year.

So What? For sellers, the increasing inventory signifies growing competition. Strategic pricing and strong property presentation are crucial to stand out. Buyers will find more selection and potentially increased negotiating power, especially in segments with higher inventory levels.

THE BIGGER PICTURE (YoY)

Calgary's real estate market is rounding out 2025 with sustained activity, despite seasonal slowdowns. Year-to-date, the market has seen 22,698 total sales with an average price of $628,431. While November's combined residential benchmark price was nearly five percent lower year-over-year, detached home prices year-to-date have shown a slight increase. Overall inventory in November reached 5,581 units, an increase of 28% year-over-year, largely driven by new construction entering the resale market.

Mortgage rates remain stable, with the Canada 5-year conventional rate holding at 6.09%. This stability, coupled with increased supply, supports a 'balanced but softening' market as the year concludes.

So What? For buyers, stable mortgage rates and an expanding selection, particularly in apartment and row home segments, create a strategic window for long-term investment. Sellers should acknowledge the shift towards a more balanced market and understand that while detached homes remain resilient, higher-density properties may require more flexible pricing strategies to meet the increased supply.