St. Albert vs. Edmonton Housing Market: What Changed in Summer 2026?

Are home prices dropping in St. Albert and Edmonton? Are houses taking longer to sell? And is the market finally slowing down?

If you've been watching the housing market this year, you might be wondering what's actually happening.

The summer of 2026 brought some interesting changes to both St. Albert and Edmonton. Sales slowed compared with last year, average prices shifted throughout the summer, and homes in Edmonton generally took longer to sell.

But here's the interesting part: St. Albert and Edmonton didn't follow exactly the same pattern.

Let's look at what happened between June and August 2026, how those numbers compare with summer 2025, and what they mean if you're thinking about buying, selling or relocating to the area.

This comparison focuses on single-family homes, not condos, townhouses or all residential property types combined.

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St. Albert Housing Market: Summer 2026

Let's start with St. Albert.

Month	Homes sold	Average sold price	Days on market
June 2026	107	$639,267	30
July 2026	108	$632,433	26
August 2026	94	$627,129	24

The average sale price declined from approximately $639,000 in June to $627,000 in August.

That's a difference of about $12,000 over the summer.

But before anyone starts celebrating a housing market crash, let's look at last year. 

How Does St. Albert Compare With Summer 2025?

Month	2025 average sold price	2026 average sold price
June	$616,807	$639,267
July	$601,296	$632,433
August	$583,720	$627,129

Even though St. Albert's average sale price declined during summer 2026, it remained higher than the same month in 2025.

In August alone, the average single-family home sold for approximately $43,400 more than in August 2025.

That's why looking at one month of numbers doesn't tell the whole story.

Were Fewer Homes Selling in St. Albert?

Yes, slightly.

During June, July and August 2026, 309 single-family homes sold in St. Albert, compared with 323 during the same period in 2025.

That's approximately a 4.3% decrease in sales.

What I found interesting was the change in days on market.

In June, homes averaged 30 days on the market. By August, that had dropped to 24 days.

So even though fewer homes sold overall, the homes that did sell were moving more quickly toward the end of summer.

What does that tell us?

Buyers were still purchasing homes, but it was important for sellers to pay attention to pricing, presentation and what other properties were available.

Edmonton Housing Market: Summer 2026

Now let's look at Edmonton.

Month	Homes sold	Average sold price	Days on market
June 2026	1,200	$555,619	35
July 2026	1,121	$551,274	38
August 2026	942	$538,451	40

Edmonton showed a different pattern.

The average single-family sale price declined from approximately $556,000 in June to $538,000 in August.

And unlike St. Albert, the average number of days on market increased throughout the summer, from 35 to 40 days.

That suggests buyers generally had more time to consider their options as summer progressed.

How Does Edmonton Compare With Summer 2025?

Month	2025 average sold price	2026 average sold price
June	$546,216	$555,619
July	$548,028	$551,274
August	$534,888	$538,451

Despite prices declining during summer 2026, Edmonton's average sale prices remained slightly higher than the same months in 2025.

However, the year-over-year differences were much smaller than in St. Albert.

Edmonton also recorded 3,263 single-family home sales during summer 2026, compared with 3,527 during summer 2025.

That's a decrease of approximately 7.5%.

And with days on market increasing, the Edmonton market appeared to be giving buyers a little more breathing room.

St. Albert vs. Edmonton: What Was the Biggest Difference?

The biggest difference I noticed wasn't simply the average price.

It was how long homes were taking to sell.

In St. Albert, average days on market decreased from 30 in June to 24 in August.

In Edmonton, they increased from 35 to 40 days over the same period.

That doesn't mean every St. Albert home was selling quickly or that every Edmonton listing was sitting.

Real estate is much more local than that.

A well-priced, move-in-ready home in a desirable location can still attract attention quickly. A home priced above comparable properties may take longer, regardless of which city it's in.

And buyers? They're looking closely at what they're getting for their money.

Which St. Albert Neighbourhoods Had the Most Home Sales?

One thing I always find interesting is looking at where homes are actually selling within St. Albert.

These were the five neighbourhood areas with the highest number of single-family home sales during summer 2026:

Neighbourhood area	Homes sold
Erin Ridge + Erin Ridge North	44
North Ridge	26
Riverside	22
Akinsdale	21
Jensen Lakes	21

Erin Ridge and Erin Ridge North are two separate neighbourhoods combined for this comparison. Akinsdale and Jensen Lakes were tied.

These numbers tell us where transactions happened, but they don't automatically tell us which neighbourhood is best for families.

For example, Jensen Lakes offers a private beach lifestyle and convenient shopping, while Riverside appeals to families who enjoy trails, newer homes and access toward Edmonton.

Established neighbourhoods such as Akinsdale offer a different feel, including mature trees and older housing styles.

If you're relocating to St. Albert, I'd pay just as much attention to your commute, school options, shopping, parks and daily routine as I would to the sales numbers.

Because the neighbourhood that looks perfect online might not be the one that makes your Tuesday morning easier.

And Tuesday mornings matter. 

What Does This Mean if You're Buying a Home?

If you're thinking about buying in St. Albert or Edmonton, the summer numbers offer a few useful reminders.

First, don't assume every neighbourhood is experiencing the same market.

A home in Riverside might attract a different group of buyers than an established property in Lacombe Park. The same goes for different areas of Edmonton.

Second, pay attention to the individual property.

Condition, location, asking price and nearby competition can matter more than a citywide average.

And third, think about your everyday life.

If you're moving with children, the right home isn't necessarily the biggest one or the newest one.

It's the one that works for your budget, commute, schools and the things your family enjoys doing.

What Does This Mean if You're Selling?

If you're planning to sell, the biggest lesson from summer 2026 is that pricing matters.

Buyers are comparing homes carefully, especially when they have more options.

A home that's clean, well-presented and priced appropriately for its neighbourhood has a better chance of attracting serious interest.

But pricing based on what your neighbour hoped to get six months ago?

That might not be the best strategy. 😂

Before listing, look at recent comparable sales in your neighbourhood, not just the average sale price for the entire city.

Is St. Albert or Edmonton Better for Your Family?

That's a question I hear often, and there isn't one answer that works for everyone.

St. Albert offers a smaller-city feel, established and newer neighbourhoods, trails, parks and family amenities.

Edmonton offers a much larger selection of neighbourhoods, housing types and locations, which may be important depending on your workplace, budget and lifestyle.

I've lived in St. Albert for over 35 years, and one thing I've learned is that choosing where to live is about much more than the house itself.

It's about how your family wants to spend its time.

Whether that means being close to Costco, having a trail nearby for evening dog walks or finding a neighbourhood that makes your commute easier, those little details add up.

Final Thoughts: What Changed This Summer?

Summer 2026 showed us that the St. Albert and Edmonton housing markets were still active, but buyers and sellers needed to pay attention to the details.

St. Albert had slightly fewer single-family sales than last summer, while average sale prices remained above 2025 levels and days on market decreased through the season.

Edmonton also had fewer sales, but homes generally took longer to sell as summer progressed.

Neither city can be summed up by one number.

Thinking about moving to St. Albert or Edmonton?

I'm Lee Booth, a local REALTOR® with REAL Broker, and I help families find neighbourhoods that fit their everyday lives.

If you're considering a move and aren't sure where to start, I'd be happy to help you explore your options.

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Market data: Summer 2025 and 2026 single-family home sales statistics used in my housing market analysis. Average prices are descriptive of homes sold during each period and do not measure changes in the value of an individual property.