The Greater Edmonton Area real estate market continues to show steady movement as we move further into Q1. Here’s your MetroYEG Weekly Market Watch breakdown for February 18–February 24, 2026.
Whether you're buying, selling, or simply watching the market, these numbers give valuable insight into current trends across Edmonton and surrounding communities.
📊 Weekly Snapshot – Greater Edmonton Area
New Listings: 706
⬇️ Down 6%
Unit Sales: 444
⬆️ Up 13%
Average Price: $456,000
⬇️ Down 1%
Median Price: $435,000
⬇️ Down 1%
What This Means for Buyers in Edmonton
With unit sales up 13% and new listings down 6%, we’re seeing increased buyer activity paired with slightly tighter inventory. This can signal growing competition, particularly in well-priced detached homes and move-in-ready properties.
The slight 1% decrease in both average and median price suggests that while demand is strong, pricing remains relatively stable. For buyers, this creates opportunity — especially before we hit the traditionally busier spring market.
If you’re considering purchasing in Edmonton, acting sooner rather than later may give you an advantage before further demand increases.
What This Means for Sellers
Even though average and median prices dipped slightly, the 13% increase in unit sales tells us one important thing: homes are moving.
Serious buyers are active in the market. Proper pricing, strong marketing, and strategic negotiation are more important than ever. A well-prepared home is still selling efficiently in the Greater Edmonton Area.
If you're thinking about listing this spring, now is the time to start preparing.
Edmonton Market Trend Insight
When sales increase while listings decrease, it often creates upward pressure on pricing over time. While we haven’t seen a significant price shift yet, continued demand could strengthen seller leverage as we move further into spring.
At MetroYEG, we’re closely watching:
Inventory levels week-over-week
Days on market trends
Buyer activity by property type
Detached vs. condo performance
Real estate is hyper-local. What’s happening city-wide may differ significantly from what’s happening in your neighbourhood.
Thinking About Making a Move?
Whether you're upgrading, downsizing, investing, or buying your first home in Edmonton, having accurate data — and a strategy — makes all the difference.
If you'd like a customized market evaluation for your specific property or neighbourhood, reach out to the MetroYEG team. We’re here to help you make confident, informed decisions.
Statistics are based on data from REALTOR.ca and the REALTORS® Association of Edmonton MLS® System. Total residential includes detached, semi-detached, row/townhouse, and apartment condominium properties.
