Kelly Houston Real Estate

06/12/2026

Your lights might be costing you more than you realize 💡🏡

Small changes around the house can add up more than you'd think, and motion sensor lights are one of the easiest upgrades most homeowners overlook.

According to electricians, the biggest energy waste they see is outdoor lights left on all night and bathroom lights running in an empty house. Motion sensors eliminate that entirely. The catch? ⚡ Make sure you're pairing them with high-efficiency bulbs, or the savings won't be what you're expecting. Read the full breakdown linked below 🔗

If you're looking to make smart upgrades before listing your home 📲 get in touch to talk through what's actually worth doing!

Adding motion sensor lights can make the home more convenient for every-day use, but do these lights really help save on your energy bill? Find out here.

06/05/2026

📊 MAY MARKET STATS ARE OUT! 🏡

Calgary’s housing market continued to move toward more balanced conditions in May. While sales and new listings were both lower than last year, increased inventory is giving buyers more choice, and home prices have remained relatively stable overall despite some variation across property types. 📈🔑

Here’s a little breakdown:

• Home sales were down 16% compared to May 2025.
• New listings decreased by 13% year over year.
• The benchmark price for all residential property types was $570,500.

If you have any questions about the Calgary real estate market, feel free to get in touch! 📲

For more information, visit https://www.creb.com/News/Media_Releases/2026/June/May_2026_Stats/

05/30/2026

Fresh Calgary market insights are now available 🏠 Browse this month’s newsletter below and subscribe to stay informed.

Welcome to my newsletter. Here you will find the latest real estate news and stats for your area. If you would like more information about market conditions in your community, or have any other real estate related questions, please contact me. I would be happy to meet with you to see how I can help....

05/20/2026

SOLD! 308 Doverview Crescent SE, Calgary, AB, T2B1Y6!

Congratulations to the sellers of this fantastic home in Calgary!

Absolutely stunning renovation!! This super spacious 2 storey home has been beautifully renovated featuring a wide open living room/dining room area with vaulted ceilings and open staircase. The kitchen is gorgeous with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, including gas range, built in pa...

05/20/2026

SOLD! 308 Doverview Crescent SE, Calgary, AB, T2B1Y6!

Congratulations to the sellers of this fantastic home in Calgary!

Absolutely stunning renovation!! This super spacious 2 storey home has been beautifully renovated featuring a wide open living room/dining room area with vaulted ceilings and open staircase. The kitchen is gorgeous with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, including gas range, built in pa...

05/18/2026

The Victoria Day long weekend has arrived! 😎🌷
Extra time off means a little more room for relaxing, catching up with friends and family, or getting a head start on spring projects around the house 🪴✨ From patio coffee mornings to finally organizing that one messy closet, hope the weekend brings a nice mix of productivity and downtime. Happy Victoria Day!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day! 🌸 Hope today is filled with rest, good food, and quality time with the people (and pets 🐾) who matter most. Wishing everyone a wonderful day!

05/05/2026

APRIL MARKET STATS ARE OUT! 📊

Balanced conditions continue to shape the Calgary housing market, with sales easing slightly compared to last year while inventory levels remain relatively stable. Despite some softening, the market is still showing resilience across several segments.

Here’s a little breakdown:

• Last month's sales were 0.3% lower than a year before.
• There were 2.3% fewer homes listed than the previous year.
• The benchmark price for all home types was $745,400. 💰

📲 Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions!

For more information, visit: https://www.creb.com/News/Media_Releases/2026/May/April_2026_Stats/

04/30/2026

One of the most debated decisions in any home renovation? Carpet vs. hardwood. 🏡 But the answer actually depends on the room.

Here's something worth knowing before committing: hardwood can last 100 years and consistently adds resale value, while carpet typically needs replacing every 10 years. But carpet wins on comfort, warmth, and sound 🔇 making it a genuinely better choice in bedrooms and family spaces.

For some insight on cost comparison, durability, maintenance and more, check out the link below! 🔗

Hardwood and carpeting are two popular flooring options, and both have advantages and disadvantages; weigh the merits and your needs when deciding.

04/22/2026

Location, location, location — and there's no better one than Earth. 🌍 Happy Earth Day! Here's to taking care of the greatest address of all. 🌱✨