Real Estate Update and Trends, Areas Included: Invermere, Radium, Fairmont, Edgewater, Windermere, Canal Flats, Dry Gulch to Radium, Panorama Mountain Resort!
The data gives insights into inventory levels, market activity, and trends compared between January 2025 and January 2026, as well as year-to-date performance.
The key points are:
1. Inventory and Listings:
Inventory levels have slightly declined from last year, with total active listings at 302 — down about 11.7% from January 2025. New listings also dropped significantly, falling by 39.7% to 47. This suggests a tightening housing supply in the Invermere and surrounding areas, potentially leading to more competitive conditions for buyers. The reduction in available homes may limit variety for purchasers but could stabilize inventory at manageable levels.
2. Market Activity:
Overall market activity slowed notably in January 2026. Only 21 properties sold, representing a 38.2% decrease compared to the same month last year. Pending listings also fell steeply by over 73%, indicating subdued buyer movement and a slower start to the year. However, with nearly 90% of homes remaining active, there’s still steady listing engagement even if final sales are lagging.
3. Pricing Trends:
Home values have trended downward. The average list price decreased by 16.6%, landing at approximately $439,000, while the average sale price dropped 17.5% to around $413,000. The sale-to-list ratio dipped slightly to 93.7%, implying sellers are adjusting prices to align with current demand levels. These figures reflect a shift toward a more balanced—or slightly buyer-favoured—market.
4. Active Inventory Duration:
Homes are moving somewhat faster than last year, with the average days on market decreasing by about 11% to 98 days. The months’ supply of inventory now sits at 7.15 months, compared to 8.34 last year, showing a modest tightening. This pace points to a market that remains dynamic but less heated than prior periods.
Conclusion and Future Projections
In summary, the January 2026 market shows lower inventory, fewer new and sold listings, and softened pricing—suggesting cautious buyer sentiment and increased selectivity. If new listings remain low, prices may stabilize as supply and demand seek equilibrium. Looking ahead, modest recovery is possible in spring 2026 as pent-up demand and adjusted pricing bring more activity back to the market.
Overview:
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Sold Listings:
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New Listings:
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Average List Price:
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Average Sale Price:
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Average Percentage of Selling Price to List Price:
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Average Days on Market to Sell:
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Monthly Inventory:
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Months Supply of Inventory:
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