January was a strong start to 2026: I was recognized as a Top 3 commercial agent in my brokerage for January 2026.

I’m sharing this because many clients find me the same way you might be finding me right now—by searching things like “Calgary commercial real estate agent”, “retail space for lease Calgary”, or “industrial bay for sale Calgary.” This post gives you a clear, real-world overview of who I am, what I focus on, and how I help you make smart commercial decisions quickly.

Who I Am

My name is Mohit Dhillon. I’m a licensed REALTOR® with CENTURY 21 Bravo Realty and I work with buyers, sellers, investors, and business owners across the city. 

Clients also work with me because communication stays simple and direct—I can serve clients in English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu, which helps a lot when deals move fast and details matter. 

What I Focus On in Commercial Real Estate

On Calgary Listing Hub, I’ve built the platform to help people browse listings efficiently, but the real value is the strategy and execution behind the deal—site selection, underwriting, and negotiations. 

Here are the commercial categories I’m most active in:

• Retail bays & plazas (QSR, convenience, medical/health, personal services, professional services)

• Industrial bays & small warehouses (owner-user and investor)

• Multifamily and income-focused properties

• Businesses for sale + leased locations (where the lease terms can make or break the opportunity) 

How I Help Clients Win 

Commercial real estate isn’t about “finding a space.” It’s about making a decision you won’t regret 12–24 months later.

1) Fast clarity on fit

We quickly define:

• must-have area traits (visibility, access, parking, proximity)

• size range and layout realities

• the hard budget (not just the optimistic budget)

2) Clean numbers (so you can decide confidently)

Depending on the deal, we break down:

• net rent vs. operating costs vs. “real” monthly payment

• buildout assumptions and timelines

• lease term risk (and your exit options)

3) Negotiation on the terms that matter

Not every deal is about “price.” Often it’s:

• fixturing/free rent periods

• tenant improvements (TI)

• renewal options

• assignment/sublease flexibility

If You’re Searching Google for a Commercial Realtor in Calgary

Here’s what you should expect from a good commercial agent—and what I aim to deliver every time:

• Speed: timely options + quick follow-up

• Accuracy: no guessing on costs, zoning constraints, or lease structure

• Strategy-first guidance: not “here are 12 listings,” but “here are the 3 that actually fit your plan” 

FAQs People Ask Me All the Time

How do I find the right retail space for lease in Calgary?
Start with the basics: visibility, access, parking, signage, and whether your use is permitted. Then confirm the full monthly cost (net + op costs) and what buildout will realistically take.

Should I lease or buy a commercial bay?
Leasing is flexibility. Buying is long-term cost control and equity. The right answer depends on timeline, capital, and how stable your business income is.

What’s the biggest mistake tenants make?
Underestimating buildout cost/time and signing a lease that doesn’t match their risk (especially for new concepts or relocations).

Work With Me

If you’re buying, selling, or leasing commercial real estate and want direct answers with clean numbers, reach out.

Mohit Dhillon
Commercial Real Estate Advisor | CENTURY 21 Canada
Phone: 587-719-5523 | Email: mohit.dhillon@century21.ca
Office: 3009 23 St NE, Calgary, AB 

Eastpoint Centre – 5291 28 Ave SE Calgary

Eastpoint Centre is a new retail commercial development in Calgary located at 5291 28 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, within the growing community of Erin Woods. Retail bays are now available for pre-sale, with anticipated completion in 2027.

This high-exposure retail plaza will be anchored by Tim Hortons and KFC, creating strong daily traffic and long-term visibility for surrounding businesses. Eastpoint Centre is designed to serve both local neighbourhood demand and regional drive-by traffic in SE Calgary.

Retail Bays Available

Eastpoint Centre offers retail units ranging from approximately 1,100 to 2,500 square feet, making it suitable for a wide range of owner-user and investor opportunities. The project layout supports flexible configurations for professional, medical, and retail concepts.

Commonly supported and ideal uses include:

• Medical and dental clinics

• Pharmacy and wellness services

• Physio, chiro, massage, and rehab

• Veterinary clinic

• Financial and professional services

• Food franchises and quick-service restaurants

• Liquor store and convenience-based retail

Location & Accessibility

The site is strategically positioned with excellent access to major Calgary transportation routes, including:

• 17th Avenue SE (approximately 0.5 km)

• Peigan Trail

• Stoney Trail

• Deerfoot Trail

• Trans-Canada Highway

Eastpoint Centre is located approximately 12 km from Downtown Calgary and 18 km from Calgary International Airport, making it highly accessible for customers, staff, and suppliers.

Why Eastpoint Centre

For businesses, owning a retail bay in a new commercial plaza in Calgary provides long-term cost control, modern construction, and strong branding opportunities. For investors, retail developments anchored by national tenants often benefit from consistent demand and long-term durability, especially in high-traffic corridors.

Eastpoint Centre represents a rare opportunity to secure new retail space in SE Calgary within a growing commercial hub.

For availability, pricing details, and use confirmation, Eastpoint Centre at 5291 28 Ave SE, Calgary Contact Pipan Kumar or Mohit Dhillon.

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:

• Selling resources

• Calgary home evaluation

For broader context, you can also read:

• Calgary market predictions for 2026

• Top Alberta real estate markets in 2026

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.

Before we talk “Calgary real estate 2026,” I want to start with something more important: thank you.

To every client who trusted us, every friend who referred someone, every person who supported our content, and everyone who used Calgary Listing Hub to search listings—thank you. Whether we met in person or you’ve just been following along quietly, you’re a big part of why we keep building.

Real estate isn’t just numbers and paperwork. For most people, it’s one of the biggest decisions they’ll ever make. It’s moving cities, upgrading for family, downsizing, buying your first home, or taking a risk on an investment. I’m genuinely grateful to be part of that journey.

If you found this page because you’re searching Calgary homes for sale in 2026, Calgary housing market 2026, or you’re trying to figure out your next move—this is for you.

If you’re new here (quick intro)

I’m Mohit Dhillon—here’s the quick version of who I am and how I work: About Me.

Calgary Listing Hub is built to make the search easier, faster, and more real-life. If you just want to browse right now:

• Search all Calgary MLS® listings

• Use Map Search to explore by area

• Explore Calgary communities

My honest take going into 2026

The market changes. Rates change. Inventory changes. Headlines change every week.

But the people who win in real estate usually aren’t the people who “guess right”—they’re the people who plan early, stay ready, and make clean decisions when the right opportunity shows up.

So instead of overcomplicating it, here’s a simple plan depending on what you’re doing in 2026.

If 2026 is your year to buy in Calgary

If you’re buying a home in Calgary in 2026, your biggest advantage is clarity.

Start here:

• Get a feel for the market by browsing Calgary homes for sale and saving a few favourites.

• Use Map Search so you’re not guessing what “good location” means for your lifestyle.

• If you want to move fast when something good hits, check Just Listed homes.

Then get practical:

• If you want to understand payments before you fall in love with a home, use the Mortgage Calculator.

• If you’re deal-hunting, don’t just scroll—watch Price Reductions (sometimes that’s where the leverage is).

• If you want new listings sent to you instead of checking daily, set up Listing Alerts.

Want a simple step-by-step guide?
Use Buying Resources.

If 2026 is your year to sell in Calgary

If you’re selling in 2026, here’s the truth: presentation and pricing matter more than ever—because buyers compare everything.

Start with the basics:

• Get a baseline number with a Free Home Evaluation.

• Don’t rely only on list prices—look at what’s actually selling with What Your Neighbour Sold For.

If you want the best outcome, the plan matters:

• Here’s how I approach exposure and positioning: Marketing Strategy.

• And here’s the full hub for sellers: Selling Resources.

Even if you’re “not ready yet,” planning early is one of the smartest moves you can make. Small prep work now can mean a very different result later.

If 2026 is your year to invest (keep it simple)

If you’re investing in Calgary real estate in 2026, keep your strategy clean and boring (boring wins):

• Start by tracking inventory and options in New Builds (especially if you’re thinking long-term).

• If you’re shopping higher-end opportunities, browse Luxury Homes and compare value properly, not emotionally.

If you tell me what you’re investing for (cash flow vs. long-term equity vs. a future move), I can point you toward the right lanes.

A final year-end message (from us to you)

If this year felt heavy, messy, or slower than you wanted—don’t write yourself off.

Most real progress is quiet. It’s the private decisions. The discipline. The consistency. The week-by-week momentum that nobody claps for.

In 2026, keep it simple:

• pick a direction

• build better habits

• surround yourself with better people

• and don’t quit when it gets boring

If real estate is part of your 2026 goals—buying, selling, investing, or just planning—our team is here to help you move with clarity.

When you’re ready, reach out here: Contact Me.

The holiday season is one of the best times to slow down, reflect, and plan your next move—especially if you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing in Calgary real estate (or anywhere in Alberta). Whether you’re browsing homes for sale, comparing neighborhoods, or exploring commercial real estate and businesses for sale, this time of year is perfect for building a smart plan—without rushing.

If you’re new here, start by exploring Calgary Listing Hub to browse local opportunities and resources:
Calgary Listing Hub Home

Holiday season home buyers: plan first, shop smarter

If you’re looking to buy in the coming weeks (or early in the new year), use the holiday season to get your fundamentals right:

• Start with a clear plan: timelines, down payment, must-haves, and deal-breakers.
  Buyer Guide: Buying a Home in Calgary

• Browse what’s available now and save your favorites (so you’re ready when the right property shows up).
  Browse Active Listings

• Considering a brand-new home? Compare specs, warranties, and price points.
  New Builds & New Construction

• Run realistic numbers before you fall in love with a property.
  Mortgage Calculator

Holiday season sellers: pricing + presentation matter most

If selling is on your radar (now or early next year), holiday season is a great time to prep your strategy so you’re not scrambling later.

• Review the full selling process, timelines, and prep checklist.
  Seller Guide: Selling in Calgary

• Want a reality check on pricing? Compare recent sales in your area and what buyers are actually paying.
  What Your Neighbour Sold For

Investors and entrepreneurs: commercial + business opportunities don’t pause for the holidays

Serious buyers and investors stay active year-round—especially in commercial real estate, where the right deal is often about timing, fundamentals, and due diligence (not hype).

• Explore commercial opportunities across Calgary and surrounding markets.
  Calgary Commercial Real Estate

• Looking to buy a business (restaurant, retail, service, franchise, etc.)? Start with the right inventory of opportunities and build your criteria first.
  Businesses for Sale in Calgary

Quick holiday checklist (do this in 30 minutes)

If you want a simple holiday-season reset, do these 5 things:

1. Pick your goal: buy, sell, invest, or commercial.

2. Set a timeline: “move by spring” vs “sometime next year” changes everything.

3. Decide your top 3 must-haves and top 3 deal-breakers.

4. Run your numbers: payment comfort zone + down payment plan.
   Mortgage Calculator

5. Save 5–10 listings that match your ideal (so patterns become obvious fast).
   Browse Active Listings

Merry Christmas + Happy Holidays

If you want help building a clear game plan (whether it’s buying, selling, investing, or commercial/business acquisition), you can reach out directly and I’ll help you map out the fastest, cleanest path based on your goals.

Contact Calgary Listing Hub

Want more local updates and real estate resources?
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If you want the full message behind my holiday season mindset—what I believe is the best investment I’ve ever made and why it matters more than real estate or stocks—watch this short video here: The Best Investment I’ve Ever Made. If you’re planning a move in the new year, you can also explore current opportunities on our site through Active Calgary Listings, review the Buyer Guide or Seller Guide, and if you want a personalized plan for 2026 you can reach me directly through Contact.