If you’ve been watching the real estate market in Douglasdale / Douglasglen, you’ve probably noticed things feel a little different this year.
The big question I’m hearing from homeowners is:
“Is it still a good time to sell?”
Let’s break down what’s actually happening in our local market — and what it means for you as a seller.
📊 February 2026 Snapshot – Douglasdale-Glen
Here’s what the most recent numbers show:
12 homes sold in February
21 new listings
38 active listings
3.17 months of supply
Benchmark price: $637,800
Detached benchmark price: $731,400
Homes are selling at 98.9% of list price
Average days on market: 48 days
🏡 What This Means for Sellers
1️⃣ We’re Moving Toward a More Balanced Market
With 3.17 months of supply, Douglasdale-Glen is no longer in the ultra-tight seller’s market we experienced in 2021–2024.
But here’s the key:
Under 2 months = strong seller’s market
2–4 months = balanced
4+ months = buyer’s market
At just over 3 months, we’re sitting in a healthy, balanced market.
Well-priced homes are still selling — but strategy matters more than it did a year ago.
2️⃣ Prices Have Adjusted — But They’re Still Strong
The overall benchmark price is sitting at $637,800, down roughly 6–7% year-over-year.
Detached homes are averaging around $731,400, while row homes and apartments are lower and seeing more inventory pressure.
Here’s the bigger picture:
2021–2022 saw rapid appreciation
2023–2024 stabilized
2025–2026 has been a normalization period
Even with recent adjustments, homeowners who purchased before 2020 are still sitting on significant equity gains.
If you’ve owned your home for 5+ years, your position is likely stronger than you think.
3️⃣ Serious Buyers Are Still Active
Despite sales being down 33% year-over-year for February, we’re not seeing a collapse — we’re seeing normalization.
Buyers today are:
More cautious
More price-sensitive
More selective
But they’re still buying — especially in established southeast communities like Douglasdale.
And when homes are:
✔ Properly priced
✔ Professionally marketed
✔ Presented well
They’re moving.
💰 The Opportunity for Move-Up Sellers
This is the part many homeowners overlook.
Yes, prices have softened slightly.
But if you're selling and buying in the same market:
You may sell for slightly less than peak…
But you’re also buying your next home at a more favorable price.
For move-up buyers, that spread can actually work in your favour.
📍 Detached Homes: Still the Strongest Segment
Detached inventory remains tighter compared to apartments and row homes.
With a detached benchmark of $731,400, well-maintained family homes in Douglasdale continue to attract:
Move-up buyers
Families wanting established schools and parks
Buyers relocating within Calgary
If your home shows well and is priced correctly, you are still in a competitive position.
🤔 So… Should You Sell Now?
It depends on your goals.
You should consider listing if:
You need more space
You’re downsizing
You want to relocate within Calgary
You’ve built strong equity and want to leverage it
You may want to wait if:
You’re hoping for 2022 pricing
You’re not prepared to price strategically
You don’t have a clear next move
This is no longer a “name your price” market.
It’s a strategy market.
📈 The Good News
Douglasdale-Glen remains one of Calgary’s most desirable established southeast communities.
The long-term trend still shows strong price growth compared to pre-2021 levels.
And inventory, while higher than peak pandemic years, is not excessive.
🏠 Thinking About Selling in Douglasdale?
If you live in Douglasdale or Douglasglen and are wondering:
What is my home worth today?
How long would it take to sell?
What would I walk away with after fees?
Should I list now or wait until spring?
Let’s run the numbers specific to your home.
No pressure. Just real data and a clear plan.
📩 Reach out anytime for a custom Douglasdale home value assessment.
—
Josh Nelson
Hanney Nelson Real Estate Group
