How’s the Calgary Real Estate Market?

The latest CREB stats for May 2024 indicate notable trends across the entire Calgary residential market. Here are the key highlights:

1. Sales Growth:

• Sales slightly decreased to 3,092 units in May 2024 from 3,117 units in May 2023.

• Year-to-date (YTD) sales have increased, with 12,412 sales in 2024 compared to 11,162 in 2023.

2. New Listings and Inventory:

• New listings have grown significantly, with 4,333 new listings in May 2024 compared to 3,650 in May 2023.

• The total inventory has increased to 3,402 units in May 2024 from 3,214 in May 2023.

3. Days on Market:

• The average days on market have decreased, indicating a faster-paced market. In May 2024, it stands at 19 days, down from 24 days in May 2023.

4. Pricing Trends:

• The benchmark price for residential homes has risen to $605,300 in May 2024, compared to $552,700 in May 2023.

• The median price increased from $507,000 in May 2023 to $562,500 in May 2024.

• The average price saw a significant increase, reaching $612,772 in May 2024 from $552,412 in May 2023.

5. Price Range Sales:

• There has been notable growth in sales across higher price ranges. For example, sales in the $700,000 - $749,999 range increased from 163 units in May 2023 to 186 units in May 2024.

• Higher price brackets, such as $1,000,000 - $1,299,999, also saw substantial growth, with sales rising from 84 units in May 2023 to 132 units in May 2024.

6. Market Trends:

• The average price, median price, and benchmark price have all seen a year-over-year increase, indicating overall price appreciation in the market.

• The months of inventory have trended downward, suggesting a tightening market with increased demand relative to supply.

In summary, the Calgary residential market is experiencing robust growth with increased new listings, higher prices, and a quicker turnover rate, reflecting strong demand and a healthy market environment.

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