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Finding Value


Blog by Michele Monteith | March 19th, 2025



Not all home values are created equal! Here’s what you need to know:
✔ Market Value – The price a buyer is willing to pay for your home right now, based on current demand, condition, and recent sales. This is the most important number if you’re selling!
✔ Appraised Value – A lender’s appraiser determines this based on recent comparable sales and home features. Used to secure financing but doesn’t always match market value.
✔ City Assessed Value – The City of Calgary’s estimate for property tax purposes based on past sales and mass data. It can be deceiving—sometimes higher or lower than actual market value.
? Why does this matter? Not knowing the difference could cost you thousands when buying or selling. A professional real estate agent (like us! ?) can help you understand the true market value of your home so you don’t leave money on the table—or price yourself out of the market.
Thinking of selling? Let’s chat!