Edmonton Housing Market Update - July 2024: Trends and Insights

As we hit the core of summer, Edmonton's housing market is not without its changes, creating both opportunity and challenge for buyers and sellers alike. This update will give you a thorough overview of what is currently happening with the market. From average house prices to the number of listings, we will cover it.

Key Takeaways

  1. Total home sales in Edmonton increased by 21.2% year-over-year in July 2024.

  2. Single-family detached homes saw an 11.6% annual price increase, averaging $549,319.90.

  3. Condos and townhomes showed monthly price dips but yearly gains.

  4. The sales-to-new-listing ratio of 0.68 indicates a balanced market.

  5. Single-family homes averaged 43 days on the market before selling.

New Listings Overview for Edmonton

This makes for a total of 2,855 homes listed for sale in Edmonton for July 2024, a 3.7% rise compared to the last month. If you are looking to review new listings, take a look at our collections for Northwest Edmonton Homes for Sale and Northeast Edmonton Homes for Sale.

Total Sold Overview for Edmonton

The month of July 2024 recorded 1,913 units for sale homes in Edmonton. This reflected an increase of 4.6% from last month and increased by 21.2% over last year. This surge indicates a robust market, signaling high demand. If you’re interested in specific areas, browse our Southeast Edmonton MLS Listings and Southwest Edmonton MLS Listings.

If you are focusing your search on particular areas, check out the newest homes for sale in in SoutheastSouthwest, Northeast, and Northwest Edmonton.

Property Types and Pricing Trends

Single-Family Detached Homes

The backbone of Edmonton's real estate remains strong:

  • Average Price: $549,319.90 (up 3.6% MoM, 11.6% YoY)

  • Median Price: $490,000 (up 1% MoM, 8.9% YoY)

  • Average Days on Market: 43

Half-Duplexes

  • Average Price: $416,503.60 (down 3.4% MoM, up 7.6% YoY)

  • Median Price: $406,000 (down 2.3% MoM, up 8.9% YoY)

  • Average Days on Market: 34

Despite the monthly dip, year-over-year growth remains positive. Half-duplex properties continue to offer an attractive option for those seeking a balance between space and affordability.

Condominiums

The condo market shows mixed signals:

  • Average Price: $199,198.40 (down 4.4% MoM, up 3.5% YoY)

  • Median Price: $189,900 (down 1.1% MoM, up 9.1% YoY)

  • Average Days on Market: 61

While monthly figures show a slight decline, the year-over-year increase in median price suggests overall stability. For those interested in upscale options, luxury condos in Edmonton offer premium living experiences.

Townhomes

  • Average Price: $265,147.40 (down 4.8% MoM, up 11.9% YoY)

  • Median Price: $260,000 (down 5.5% MoM, up 9.6% YoY)

  • Average Days on Market: 28

Despite the monthly dip, the significant year-over-year growth indicates strong demand. Explore the low-maintenance townhomes for sale with no condo fee townhomes.

Sales-to-New-Listing Ratio (SNLR)

The sales-to-new-listing ratio for Edmonton in July 2024 was 0.68. SNLR of over 60% is considered a seller’s market.

Days on Market

Here’s a quick look at how long properties stayed on the market before being sold:

  • Detached Single-Family Homes: 43 days

  • Duplexes: 34 days

  • Condominiums: 61 days

  • Townhomes: 28 days

  • Residential Attached Homes: 23 days

For more details, visit our Map Search and check out the 2023 Edmonton Zone Map for zoning details.

Luxury and Specialty Homes

If you’re in the market for something unique, don’t miss our selections of Luxury Single Family Homes and Luxury Condos for Sale.

Conclusion

The Edmonton housing market in July 2024 shows resiliency with growth trending but not all the same across all property types. Some of the trends are monthly fluctuations, but year-over-year increases are very demonstrative of a strong market.

Since real estate is after all local, conditions are likely to vary considerably from one neighbourhood to the next. Always do your homework and consult with the best minds before making any important decision centred around real estate.


Disclaimer: Data sourced from the MLS. The analysis focused on the last five years of sold data. The information provided in this blog is ‘as is’ with no guarantee of accuracy or completeness.

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