Fall is usually the season where the real estate market in the Battlefords gets quieter — the kids are back in school, buyers settle down, and sellers often wait for spring. But Fall 2025 didn’t follow the typical script. Yes, the pace softened, but the numbers tell a surprisingly steady story, especially for a small market like ours.
Here’s what really happened from September through November, and what it means for you.
Inventory Dropped Fast — and That Shifted the Whole Market
One of the biggest stories this fall was the steep drop in available homes.
City residential inventory fell from 84 listings in September to 65 by November — a full 25% decline.
For sellers, that’s good news.
Less inventory means less competition.
For buyers, it means fewer choices and quicker decision-making.
This tightening of supply is one of the main reasons the market remained steady through a slower season.
Sales Slowed — But the Buyers Who Remained Were Serious
Sales did ease as the weather cooled:
26 sales in September
24 in October
19 in November
That’s a typical fall curve.
But the buyers who were out there? They weren’t browsing — they were acting.
October even recorded a 100% sale-to-list ratio for city residential homes.
That’s unusually strong and shows that fall buyers come with purpose. When they walk through a property in October or November, it’s because they’re ready to move.
Prices Held Firm — and Even Rose Into November
Here’s the part most people don’t expect:
Average city residential prices increased through the fall months.
$205,020 in September
$242,008 in October
$250,621 in November
This upward trend happened because the homes that did sell tended to be higher quality and better maintained — buyers in the fall won’t tackle big projects. They pick the homes that are move-in ready, priced fairly, and presented well.
The $200,000–$300,000 Market Led the Way
If one price range defined Fall 2025, it was the $200K–$300K segment.
Year-to-date sales in this range are up by 16 homes compared to last year.
Why is this range so strong?
It attracts first-time buyers
It works for downsizers
It fits the budgets of many Battlefords families
Homes in this range tend to be practical, not overly renovated, and not overly dated
This segment will continue to be the backbone of our local market heading into 2026.
Higher-Priced Homes Are Still Selling — Just Selectively
Homes between $300K and $450K aren’t high-volume in the Battlefords, but they are moving.
Buyers in this range are picky: they’re comparing construction quality, updates, layouts, and value. When a home checks those boxes, it sells — even in October and November.
But pricing and presentation matter more than ever in this part of the market.
Days on Market Stayed Remarkably Stable
Despite the seasonal slowdown, days on market barely changed:
64 days in September
63 in October
68 in November
That’s about as steady as it gets.
In other words, if your home is priced realistically for its condition, it will draw interest regardless of the month.
What This Fall Market Tells Us About Early 2026
Between low inventory, rising average prices, and steady demand in key segments, the Battlefords enter winter in a surprisingly solid position. If mortgage rates soften even slightly in 2026, we could see more activity — especially from buyers waiting for better affordability.
Sellers thinking of “waiting until spring” may find more competition later. Buyers looking now may benefit from quieter conditions.
Either way, Fall 2025 set the tone for a balanced start to the new year.
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