Overview
The Housing Market Notes contain analysis of the latest housing market data for Alberta, released quarterly, with data from the Canadian Real Estate Association, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, and Statistics Canada.
- Read the Housing Market Notes (Q2 2024 to current)
Housing market key indicators
Alberta’s resale market is entering more balanced territory. Construction activity continues to be elevated with a high number of housing starts and units under construction.
Table 1. Key indicators, current, quarter to quarter and year to year
| Key indicators | Q1 2026 | Quarter to quarter | Year to year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (15+ years old) | 4,143,600 | 22,600 | 92,000 |
| BoC policy rate | 2.25% | 0 p.p. | -0.5 p.p. |
| Resales | 17,643 | 1.8% | -7.6% |
| New listings | 30,234 | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Average resale price | $524,092 | 1.1% | 3.1% |
| Housing starts1 | 47,219 | -12 | -17,679 |
| Units under construction2,3 | 42,802 | 1,296 | -1,173 |
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Contact
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Bryce Keiller, Economist
Alberta Treasury Board and Finance
Email: [email protected]