In May 2025, Auburn Bay experienced a noticeable slowdown in sales volume but a sharp increase in listings and inventory. This shift has begun to push the market toward more balanced conditions, especially in the apartment and detached segments.
Total Sales: 41 (▼20% YoY)
New Listings: 89 (▲27% YoY)
Total Inventory: 102 (▲149% YoY)
Months of Supply: 2.49 (▲209% YoY)
Benchmark Residential Price: $628,800 (▼3.7% YoY)
🏠 Performance by Property Type
🔹 Detached Homes
Sales: 18 units (▼25% YoY)
New Listings: 46 (▲15%)
Benchmark Price: $814,400 (▼1% YoY, slight monthly uptick)
Months of Supply: 2.56 (up 145% YoY)
Sales-to-Listings Ratio: 39% → Buyer's market pressure
Market Trend: Slower sales, rising inventory; sellers must be price competitive and property-ready.
🔹 Semi-Detached Homes
Sales: 4 units (▼33% YoY)
Benchmark Price: $531,600 (Flat YoY)
New Listings: 7 (▲17%)
Months of Supply: 1.5 (▲350%)
Sales-to-Listings Ratio: 57%
Market Trend: Limited inventory but sluggish buyer activity. A stable price environment, but fewer active sales.
🔹 Row Homes (Townhouses)
Sales: 9 units (▲50% YoY)
Benchmark Price: $472,000 (No YoY change)
New Listings: 9 (▲13%)
Sales-to-Listings Ratio: 100% → Balanced/Strong market
Months of Supply: 1.78 (▲113%)
Market Trend: Solid demand keeps this segment competitive; popular among downsizers and young families.
🔹 Apartments
Sales: 10 units (▼33% YoY)
Benchmark Price: $363,800 (▼5% YoY)
New Listings: 27 (▲69%)
Months of Supply: 3.4 (▲467%)
Sales-to-Listings Ratio: 37%
Market Trend: High inventory levels and price softness signal strong buyer leverage.
🏫 Schools in Auburn Bay
Auburn Bay is a family-oriented lake community with access to excellent schools:
Auburn Bay School (K–4) – Calgary Board of Education
Prince of Peace School (K–9) – Calgary Catholic School District
Lakeshore School (Grades 5–9) – Opened recently to serve the growing SE population
Nearby schools in Mahogany and Seton also support Auburn Bay families, offering options for French immersion and high school programs.
🌟 Community Features & Events
Auburn Bay is designed around a 43-acre freshwater lake, making it one of Calgary’s premier four-season lifestyle communities. Key features include:
Auburn House – The private lake-access community center with gym, rental halls, skating rinks, paddleboats, and beach access.
Auburn Bay Dog Park – A large off-leash area for pet owners.
Seton Urban District – Within minutes, offering the South Health Campus, YMCA, Cineplex, shopping, and dining.
Pathway Connections – Interwoven green spaces, bike trails, and parks make it an active living hub.
Neighbour Day BBQ (June 15): Family event with food trucks and music.
📌 Key Insights for Buyers & Sellers
✅ For Buyers:
Detached and apartment buyers have strong negotiating power due to rising inventory.
Row homes offer solid value and competition is stronger; act quickly when new listings hit.
Get pre-approved and work with a local expert to stay ahead of pricing shifts.
✅ For Sellers:
Price competitively and prepare for more Days on Market in most segments.
Highlight Auburn Bay lifestyle features (lake access, schools, walkability).
Focus on condition, staging, and professional marketing to stand out.
The Auburn Bay market in May 2025 is shifting toward balance, with increased inventory and slower sales in most segments. However, demand for affordable, lifestyle-oriented housing such as row homes remains strong. Sellers need to be strategic, and buyers have emerging opportunities — particularly in detached and apartment categories.
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