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Oct. 01, 2021 | CREBNow
September 2021: Sales remain strong
Residential sales totalled 2,162 in September, nearing the record high for the month recorded in 2005. Further gains in new listings likely supported some of the sales growth that occurred this month.
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July 13, 2021 | Geoff Geddes
Locals hope ambitious new development will mark beginning of Bragg Creek resurgence
A recently approved mixed-use development is set to expand the pool of rental and ownership housing in Bragg Creek.
Gateway Village will be built in the heart of the hamlet on a 12.6-acre parcel of land adjacent to the Elbow River, with the Rocky Mountains serving as a scenic backdrop.
Gateway Village will be built in the heart of the hamlet on a 12.6-acre parcel of land adjacent to the Elbow River, with the Rocky Mountains serving as a scenic backdrop.
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July 05, 2021 | CREBNow
June 2021: Supply trends up but market still favours the seller
Calgary's housing market is showing few signs of letting up, as sales reached 2,915 units in June – a record high for the month.
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June 30, 2021 | Mario Toneguzzi
City of Chestermere moves ahead with plans for long-awaited civic rec centre
After years of consultation and research, the City of Chestermere is building a new $39.5-million civic recreation centre.
Chestermere Mayor Marshall Chalmers says the project is an important one, as Chestermere has seen significant growth in recent years. The city is the third-fastest-growing community in Canada and second in Alberta to only Airdrie.
Chestermere Mayor Marshall Chalmers says the project is an important one, as Chestermere has seen significant growth in recent years. The city is the third-fastest-growing community in Canada and second in Alberta to only Airdrie.
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June 30, 2021 | Barb Livingstone
Two proposed subdivisions set to create new opportunities for luxury homebuyers in Canmore
Canmore's sizzling real estate market is about to get a welcome influx of new product for interested homebuyers.
Two new proposed phases of the 600-acre Silvertip resort development, perched atop the slopes to the east of the TransCanada Highway, will include more than 100 luxury tourist homes.
Two new proposed phases of the 600-acre Silvertip resort development, perched atop the slopes to the east of the TransCanada Highway, will include more than 100 luxury tourist homes.
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June 22, 2021 | Natalie Noble
Okotoks and Airdrie explore pathway connections to Calgary
Enthusiastic conversations around potential cycling pathways connecting Okotoks and Airdrie to Calgary could open up a whole new way to explore the region. As e-bike access and popularity grows, commuting between the municipalities on two wheels is becoming a practical option for many cyclists.
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June 14, 2021 | CREBNow
May 2021: inventory rises, but sellers' market conditions persist
With 2,989 sales, housing market activity hit a new May record.
Despite strong levels of sales, they did trend down relative to last month. Additionally, there were 4,562 new listings, causing seasonally adjusted inventory levels to increase over last month.
Despite strong levels of sales, they did trend down relative to last month. Additionally, there were 4,562 new listings, causing seasonally adjusted inventory levels to increase over last month.
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May 25, 2021 | Josh Skapin
Market momentum: pandemic-related factors are increasing demand for $1-million-plus properties
The substantial growth seen in Calgary's detached resale market this year has been driven by the mid-range segment, but big-ticket listings are also bouncing back.
Between Jan. 1 and the end of April, 350 detached homes priced at $1 million or higher have changed hands in Calgary, according to CREB®. This represents a 289 per cent upswing from the 90 transactions that occurred over the same period a year ago.
Between Jan. 1 and the end of April, 350 detached homes priced at $1 million or higher have changed hands in Calgary, according to CREB®. This represents a 289 per cent upswing from the 90 transactions that occurred over the same period a year ago.
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May 03, 2021 | CREBNow
April 2021: Demand for homes remains high with record sales this month
There were 3,209 sales in April, a new record high for the month, as Calgary's housing market continues to bounce back from the pandemic lows recorded in 2020.
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April 15, 2021 | Mario Toneguzzi
Out of office: Royal LePage predicts price increases for Alberta vacation properties in 2021, as COVID-19 continues to drive up demand
More than a year after it began, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spark increased interest in Alberta's recreational property market, as homebuyers seek an escape from congested cities.
Long-term remote work, which has been a reality for many Albertans for the last 12-plus months, has also made people realize that if they can work from anywhere, why not work from a cottage, cabin or waterfront property?
Long-term remote work, which has been a reality for many Albertans for the last 12-plus months, has also made people realize that if they can work from anywhere, why not work from a cottage, cabin or waterfront property?