Oxford, Edmonton - September 2026 Real Estate Report

Oxford, Edmonton: Your Neighbour Just Got a Better Price Than the City Thinks

If you own a home in Oxford and you have not checked your HonestDoor Price lately, you are probably leaving money on the table. The city's assessment is a snapshot from the past. The real market is moving right now, and the numbers tell an interesting story depending on whether you own a house or a condo.

The Vibe: Houses vs. Condos in Oxford

Let's be straight with you - these two property types are telling very different stories right now, and we need to talk about both.

Houses: The Market Has Some Real Momentum

If you have been watching the "For Sale" signs on Oxford's streets, here is what is actually happening. Houses are moving, and they are moving at prices that might surprise you.

• Average sale price this month: $587,350 - up 22.6% from last month
• Average list price: $639,924
• Price per square foot: $312
• Homes are selling at 99.17% of list price - buyers are close to full ask
• Average days on market: 39 days
• Properties sold this month: 8
• Predicted market value: $529,933
• Rental yield: 5.58% - that is a strong return for investors
• Estimated monthly rent: $2,640

Here is what those numbers actually mean for us. Oxford houses are selling faster than Carlton (41 days) and Albany (43 days). That is not a coincidence - that is demand. When your neighbour's house sells in 39 days at nearly full list price, that is a healthy, active market. The 3-month moving average for predicted value sits at $525,535, and the current predicted value of $529,933 is climbing past it. The trend is pointing up.

On the neighbourhood leaderboard, Oxford houses rank 113 out of 291 Edmonton neighbourhoods for growth - solidly above average. Days-on-market rank is 38 out of 112, meaning we are in the faster half of the city. Price rank comes in at 99 out of 285 - above average for Edmonton. That is a solid three-for-three.

Condos: Taking a Breather

The condo side of Oxford is a different conversation, and we are not going to sugarcoat it.

• Average sale price this month: $259,750 - down 26.8% from last month
• Average list price: $267,000
• Price per square foot: $264
• Properties sold at 97.38% of list price - buyers are negotiating
• Average days on market: 202 days
• Properties sold this month: 2
• Predicted market value: $274,846
• Rental yield: 4.23% - moderate, but still positive
• Estimated monthly rent: $1,473

Two hundred and two days on market is a long time. That days-on-market rank of 105 out of 112 puts Oxford condos near the bottom of the city for speed of sale. The price drop of 26.8% month-over-month is significant, though with only 2 sales, a single outlier transaction can swing that number hard. The predicted value of $274,846 is still climbing past the 3-month average of $273,562, and it sits above nearby Carlton ($235,421) and Albany ($255,597). So Oxford condos are not cheap relative to the area - they are just sitting longer. Condo growth ranks 68 out of 302 Edmonton neighbourhoods, which is actually above average. The fundamentals are okay. The short-term sales activity is the challenge.

The Secret Sauce: Why Your HonestDoor Price Matters More Than Your Tax Assessment Right Now

Here is the thing about your city assessment. It is calculated once a year using data that is already months old by the time it lands in your mailbox. It is a government estimate built for tax purposes - not for figuring out what your home is actually worth today.

The HonestDoor Price is updated in real time using actual market transactions. For Oxford houses, the average HonestDoor Price is $521,480 - that is 3.20% higher than the average city assessment of $505,299. On a single property, that gap can represent thousands of dollars. If you are making any financial decision based on your assessed value alone - whether that is refinancing, selling, or just knowing your net worth - you are working with an outdated number.

For Oxford condos, the picture flips slightly. The HonestDoor Price of $273,143 sits 1.16% below the average assessed value of $276,337. That means the city may actually be overvaluing condos relative to where the real market is right now. Good to know if you are appealing your assessment or pricing a unit to sell.

Think of the HonestDoor Price as the real-world check on whatever number the city handed you. It is the difference between guessing and knowing.

The "So What?" - Thinking About Selling This Summer?

If you own a house in Oxford and you are thinking about listing this summer, the timing is genuinely interesting. Prices are up, days on market are competitive versus nearby neighbourhoods, and buyers are paying close to full ask. The 3-month value trend is moving in the right direction. You are not in a panic-sell situation - you are in a position of strength.

A few things to keep in mind before you plant that sign in the lawn:

• Your HonestDoor Price of $521,480 (on average) is your starting point for a real conversation with an agent - not the city's $505,299
• Comparable neighbourhoods like Albany are pricier but growing faster - worth watching if you are also buying
• Dunluce is cheaper and growing faster - a potential option if you are downsizing and want upside
• Rental yield of 5.58% means if your plans change, holding and renting is a legitimate strategy

If you own a condo in Oxford, summer 2026 requires more patience. With 202 average days on market, you need to price sharp from day one. Buyers in this segment are negotiating, and overpricing will cost you weeks. The good news is your predicted value is still growing and Oxford condos are priced above most nearby options, so the asset is not losing its relative position - it is just a slower market right now.

Bottom line: Oxford is a solid neighbourhood with above-average rankings across the board. Houses are the stronger play right now. Condos need a careful, well-priced approach. Either way, start with your HonestDoor Price - not last year's assessment letter.

This information is all based on our opinions based on the information available to us. Everyone's situation may be different and you should reach out to us for more personalized information.