The Uplands, Edmonton - September 2026 Real Estate Report

The Uplands, Edmonton: Prices Are Holding, But the Market Is Telling You Something

The Vibe Right Now

If you've been watching the "For Sale" signs on your street, here's what's actually happening. The Uplands is in a bit of a holding pattern. The HonestDoor Price for a house here sits at $598,019 - that's the real-world number. But the 3-month moving average is sliding down from $600,914, and recent value change is sitting at -1.59%. The market isn't falling off a cliff, but it's taking a breather.

On the sales floor this month, 2 houses changed hands. The average sale price came in at $442,000, which is down 24.9% from last month - a big swing driven by low volume, not a crash. With only 2 sales, one outlier property can move that number dramatically. Listings are asking $499,900 on average, and buyers are paying 99.02% of that. So sellers are getting close to what they're asking, but not quite.

• Average sale price this month: $442,000
• Average list price: $499,900
• Sale-to-list ratio: 99.02% - buyers are negotiating, just barely
• Average days on market: 97 days
• Price per square foot: $209
• Properties sold this month: 2

97 days on market is the number to pay attention to. That's over three months to find a buyer. For context, The Uplands ranks 86 out of 112 Edmonton neighbourhoods for days on market - meaning most of the city is moving faster than us right now.

How We Stack Up Against the Neighbours

We're not the cheapest block on the street, and that's worth knowing. Here's a quick look at what's happening around us:

• Edgemont: HonestDoor Price $591,796 - slightly more expensive, growing at the same 0.05% pace, average sale price $401,000
• Rivers Edge: HonestDoor Price $530,695 - cheaper, growth data not available
• Stillwater: HonestDoor Price $489,686 - cheaper, but growing faster at 0.17%

Stillwater is the one to watch. It's priced lower but growing faster. That's the kind of stat that attracts buyers who are being priced-conscious. If you're selling in The Uplands, you need to be sharp on price - because buyers are absolutely comparing us to those options.

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

Here's the thing about your city assessment. It was calculated using data that's already months old by the time it lands in your mailbox. The average assessed value in The Uplands is $583,985. That number is fine for calculating your tax bill - but it's not what a buyer is going to offer you in today's market.

The HonestDoor Price is $587,617. It's updated in real time, pulling in actual recent sales, current listing activity, and neighbourhood trends. Right now, that puts us 0.62% above the city's assessed average - a small gap, but it's a live number, not a snapshot from last year.

With values down -1.59% recently and the 3-month trend sliding, your assessment could actually be overstating your home's current market position by the time next year's numbers come out. Checking your HonestDoor Price now gives you an honest read on where things actually stand - not where they stood six months ago.

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

Let's be straight with each other. The Uplands ranks 248 out of 291 Edmonton neighbourhoods for growth right now. That puts us in the bottom tier of the city's neighbourhood leaderboard. That's not a reason to panic - but it is a reason to be strategic if you're planning to list.

The good news is that price rank tells a different story. We sit at 91 out of 285 for price - meaning The Uplands is above average in value compared to most of Edmonton. Buyers who want this neighbourhood know they're paying for something real.

Here's the practical read for anyone thinking about selling this summer:

• Price it right from day one - 97 days on market means overpriced homes are sitting, not selling
• The sale-to-list ratio of 99.02% tells you buyers will negotiate - leave yourself a little room, but not too much
• Rental yield is 5.46% and estimated rent is $2,860 per month - if your home appeals to investors, that's a strong pitch to make in your listing
• 35 total transactions in 2026 across 567 assessed properties means turnover is low - serious buyers are out there, but they have options

The window to sell well this summer is real, but it's not wide open. Homes priced at market value are moving. Homes priced on hope are sitting for three months. Check your HonestDoor Price, compare it honestly to what's selling nearby, and make your move with clear eyes.

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.