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January 2026 shows a market in Calgary that’s giving buyers more breathing room than last year, while still rewarding well-priced, well-presented homes. Inventory is higher, selling timelines have stretched, and benchmark pricing is down year-over-year across major property types—creating a more selective, negotiation-friendly environment.
Quick Calgary Market Snapshot (January 2026)
Here are the key city-wide metrics for January 2026:
Active listings: 4,391
Homes sold: 1,234
Days on market: 53
Months of inventory: 3.56
Benchmark prices (Jan 2026 vs Jan 2025):
Detached: $726,000 (-3.4%)
Semi-detached: $667,000 (-1.1%)
Attached/Row: $420,800 (-5.2%)
Apartment/Condo: $301,200 (-7.7%)
This points to a more balanced market where pricing, condition, and location matter more than hype.
Explore Calgary Homes by Category
If you’re browsing the Calgary market right now, start with the property type that matches your strategy:
Looking for flexibility, rental potential, or multi-generational options? Explore Calgary duplexes for sale.
Want to narrow your search by lifestyle and location? Use the Calgary neighbourhood guide to pick areas that match commute, schools, and amenities.
For community-specific inventory, you can explore popular areas like Auburn Bay homes for sale or Cornerstone homes for sale depending on your budget and layout needs.
Calgary Market Overview: What These Numbers Mean
3.56 months of inventory typically signals a market that’s no longer overheated. Buyers have more choice, and sellers need to work harder to win the deal. Pair that with 53 days on market, and the trend is clear: homes are taking longer to sell, and buyers are less likely to overpay without a reason.
The benchmark pricing drops also show a key theme:
Condos and row homes saw the biggest year-over-year softness (bigger discounting and more price sensitivity).
Semi-detached held up the best (smaller decline).
Detached remains the “core” market, but still showed a meaningful correction year-over-year.
In plain terms: January 2026 is rewarding value and realism—not wish pricing.
Calgary Investment Insight: Where the Opportunity Is
If you’re buying with an investor mindset (or you just want to make a smart purchase), this snapshot suggests three practical takeaways:
1) Negotiation leverage is improving
Longer days on market often creates room for better terms: price reductions, repair credits, flexible possession, or inclusions. The best deals usually come from listings that sit longer than average (assuming the property still checks out).
2) Entry-level segments are resetting faster
With condos/row homes down more year-over-year, investors and first-time buyers may find better relative value—especially if the numbers work after condo fees, insurance, and interest rates.
3) Financing clarity matters more than ever
When the market is balanced, the winners are the buyers who move fast with clean financing. Run the numbers early so you can act when the right property hits. Use the mortgage calculator to ballpark payments before you tour.
If you’re selling or thinking about selling in 2026, pricing and presentation will decide your outcome. Start here:
For broader context, you can also read:
Bottom Line
January 2026 in Calgary is a more balanced, more selective market than last year: higher inventory, longer selling timelines, and benchmark price softness—especially in attached and condo segments. Buyers can be more patient and more strategic; sellers need to price sharp and stand out.
