Alberta homeowners trying to sell properties with unique essay contests
A house south of Calgary and a historic bed and breakfast near the United States border, both valued at about $1.7 million, are up for grabs. Continue reading
Edmonton real estate
Edmonton sees growth in population, disposable income, new housing inventory: CMHC
“Overall, the number of new completions coming into the market is outpacing demand,” CMHC senior analyst James Cuddy said of the Edmonton real estate market. Continue reading
3 Edmonton neighbourhoods stand above the rest in liveability: report
A new RE-MAX report ranked Old Strathcona, Oliver and Westmount as the top three communities in the city. Continue reading
Number of vacant new homes reaches record high in Edmonton: ATB
ATB Financial says January was the fifth consecutive month Edmonton reached a record high in new vacant homes. Continue reading
Downtown Edmonton councillor asks: how many towers is too much?
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Coun. Scott McKeen is asking for an analysis of downtown real estate after 17 towers were approved by city council in the last five years, while another 11 rezoning applications representing 15 more towers are on deck. Continue reading
Greater Edmonton home prices drop in 2018: Zoocasa
Zoocasa released its most recent calculations which suggest the average home price in Edmonton and surrounding communities dropped by an average of 1.3 per cent in 2018. Continue reading
Economic factors preventing Edmontonians from home ownership: CMHC
High unemployment, high interest rates and low disposable income are preventing more Edmontonians from buying a home and are turning to renting instead. Continue reading
Selling your home? Prepare to wait, say Edmonton realtors
By Kendra Slugoski Reporter
Edmonton realtors are bracing for another tough selling year ahead. Continue reading
Majority of Edmonton property owners will see decrease in value when 2019 assessments arrive
Overall, the residential market in Edmonton saw a 1.7 per cent decrease in value from July 1, 2017 to July 1, 2018. Continue reading
Edmonton housing surplus, low prices to last into mid-2019: economist
By Albert Delitala Digital Journalist
An over-abundance of houses for sale in the Edmonton area could mean slower sales and lower prices until well into next year, an economist tells Global News. Continue reading