Sales Outpace Last Year for the First Time in 2026 as Prices Continue to Climb

June marked a significant milestone for Winnipeg’s real estate market, with All MLS® sales surpassing both last year’s level and the five-year average for the first time in 2026. According to the Winnipeg Regional Real Estate Board (WRREB), June saw All MLS® sales, active listings, and dollar volume rise above both last year and the five-year average, while residential detached average prices reached their highest June level on record.

Residential detached home prices also reached their highest June average on record, while year-to-date average prices for both residential detached homes and condominiums set new records through the first half of the year.

All MLS®: A Strong Start to Summer

Across all MLS® areas in the Winnipeg Regional Real Estate Board market region, June recorded:

• 1,229 residential detached home sales

• 222 condominium sales

• 112 residential attached (townhouse) sales

The year-to-date average residential detached home price now sits at $477,169, representing a 4% increase over the same period in 2025.

June also marked the first month in 2026 where All MLS® sales exceeded both last year and the five-year average, while active listings also remained above both benchmarks. These results reflect a healthy balance between growing inventory and continued buyer demand.

Inside Winnipeg: Record Pricing Continues

Within Winnipeg, the market remained active throughout June:

• 805 detached homes sold

• 197 condominium sales

• 82 residential attached sales

The year-to-date average detached home price in Winnipeg has reached $491,301, up 4% compared to the first half of 2025.

During June, Waverley West recorded the highest number of residential detached home sales in Winnipeg, followed by River Park South.

Outside Winnipeg: Strong Regional Demand

Communities outside Winnipeg also posted strong results during June:

• 424 detached homes sold

• 25 condominium sales

• 30 residential attached sales

The year-to-date average residential detached home price outside Winnipeg now sits at $449,550, an increase of 3% over the same period last year.

Outside the city, the Steinbach area recorded the highest number of residential detached home sales, followed by the Gimli area.

Key Market Highlights

Several notable trends emerged from June’s report:

• All MLS® sales surpassed both 2025 levels and the five-year average for the first time in 2026.

• Residential detached home prices reached the highest June average on record.

• Year-to-date average prices for both residential detached homes and condominiums reached record levels through the first half of the year.

• Active listings increased compared to both last year and the five-year average, providing buyers with more inventory while demand remained strong.

Although year-to-date sales remain below the exceptional pace set in 2025, June’s performance signals continued strength in Winnipeg’s real estate market as we move into the second half of the year.

Read the Full June Market Release

For a complete breakdown of the statistics, regional comparisons, and additional market insights, you can view the full report from the Winnipeg Regional Real Estate Board.

Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply keeping an eye on the market, understanding the latest trends can help you make informed decisions. If you’re planning a move this year, connect with me to discuss your real estate goals and create a strategy tailored to today’s market.