Welcome back to the Saskatoon Real Estate Week in Review. Each week, we take a clear, data-driven look at local real estate activity to help place short-term market movements into proper context.
Executive Snapshot
100 residential sales, compared to 124 one year ago
192 new listings, compared to 186 last year
887 active listings, compared to 898
Average sale price: $472,307, compared to $443,573 in 2025
Sales activity slowed this week compared to the same period last year, while slightly more new listings entered the market. Despite that combination, active inventory remained just below 2025 levels, suggesting that overall supply has not yet meaningfully surpassed last year's pace.
The numbers point to a market offering buyers more fresh inventory while still maintaining relatively balanced supply conditions overall.
Key takeaway: Sales slowed this week and new listings increased, but active inventory remains slightly below last year. We'll be watching to see whether this is the beginning of a late-summer inventory build or simply a week-to-week fluctuation.
Sales Activity
A total of 100 residential properties sold during the week, compared to 124 during the same period in 2025.
That's a noticeable year-over-year decline in weekly sales activity. However, one week alone doesn't establish a broader trend, particularly during the summer months when activity can fluctuate from week to week.
Year-to-date, 3,156 sales have been recorded in 2026 compared to 3,321 at this point last year.
New Listings & Inventory
New listing activity reached 192 homes, slightly higher than the 186 recorded during the same week last year.
Active inventory finished the week at 887 listings, compared to 898 one year ago. That's a relatively small difference and suggests overall selection is now quite similar to where it stood at this point in 2025.
With new listings outpacing sales this week, we'll be watching closely to see whether available inventory begins to build as August progresses.
Pricing Trends
The average sale price reached $472,307, compared to $443,573 during the same week last year.
That's a notable year-over-year difference, but weekly average prices can be heavily influenced by the mix of properties sold. A larger proportion of higher-priced sales can move the weekly average considerably, so this figure is best viewed alongside longer-term pricing trends rather than in isolation.
What This Means Right Now
For buyers: More new listings came to market this week, and overall inventory is now very close to last year's level, providing a healthier selection of properties to consider.
For sellers: Buyers remain active, but with more choices available, accurate pricing and strong presentation continue to become increasingly important.
What we're watching: Whether the combination of fewer sales and more new listings begins to push inventory higher through the second half of August.
Closing Summary
This week's numbers show some signs of a seasonal shift. Sales slowed, new listings edged higher, and inventory is now sitting very close to last year's level.
One week doesn't make a trend, so the next few reports will be particularly interesting. If new listings continue to outpace sales, we could see buyers gain additional choice heading toward the fall market. If inventory holds steady, it would suggest demand continues to absorb much of the available supply.
We'll keep following the numbers each week to see which direction the Saskatoon market takes.
How We Can Help
If you're considering buying or selling and would like to understand how these market trends apply to your specific situation, our team is always happy to have a conversation—even if you're simply looking for clarity on timing, pricing, or next steps.
We help clients navigate the Saskatoon market with clear strategy, local insight, and data-driven guidance, whether you're planning a move this year or simply staying informed.
Thanks for following along,
Irwin Realty & Associates
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