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Central Alberta real estate

The Highway 2 corridor between the cities — Red Deer, Lacombe, Sylvan Lake and Camrose, out to the east-central communities.

Market snapshot

The Central Alberta market right now

Central Alberta currently has 2,414 active listings. Most homes for sale are priced between $93K and $870K, with a median around $350K. Detached houses make up the largest share of the market.

2,414
Active listings
2,414
For sale
$350K
Median list price
$93K–$870K
Typical range
$336
Median price / sq ft
76
Median days listed
145
New in last 7 days
1999
Median year built

Central Alberta prices by bedrooms

BedroomsActive listingsMedian asking price
173$210K
2263$285K
3524$410K
4+745$549K

Across Central Alberta, the most listings are in Red Deer (389), Camrose (269), Sylvan Lake (168), Rural Red Deer County (137), Rural Wetaskiwin County (136) and Rural Ponoka County (115).

Figures reflect current active MLS® listings and update as the market moves.

Buying a home in Central Alberta

In Alberta, ask the seller for a current Real Property Report (RPR) with the municipality's compliance stamp — it confirms the house, garage and fences sit where they should. A home inspection and a review of the title for caveats round out the standard conditions.

Alberta has no land transfer tax — buyers pay land titles registration fees instead, which makes closing costs noticeably lower than in BC or Ontario. See our BC & Alberta closing costs checklist.

Common questions

Central Alberta real estate FAQs

How much does a home cost in Central Alberta?

The median asking price for homes currently for sale in Central Alberta is about $350,000, and most are listed between $93,000 and $870,000. These figures come from active MLS® listings and move with the market.

How many homes are for sale in Central Alberta right now?

There are 2,414 active listings on this page's search, 145 of them new in the last 7 days. Listings are updated continuously from the MLS®.

How much is a 3-bedroom home in Central Alberta?

Median asking prices by bedroom count in Central Alberta right now — 1 bedroom: about $210,000; 2 bedrooms: about $285,000; 3 bedrooms: about $410,000; 4+ bedrooms: about $549,000. Based on 1,605 active listings.

What is the price per square foot for homes in Central Alberta?

The median asking price per square foot of living area is about $336 across homes currently listed in Central Alberta. Location, age and building type move this a lot, so compare within a neighbourhood.

How long have homes in Central Alberta been on the market?

The typical active listing here first came on the market about 76 days ago. That's days listed so far, not time to sell, but a long figure usually signals more room to negotiate.

Can non-Canadians buy a home in Central Alberta?

Generally not right now. Since January 1, 2023, the federal Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act has barred most non-Canadians from buying residential property, with exceptions such as permanent residents and some work-permit holders. The ban has been extended before, so confirm its current status and get legal advice on your situation.

Areas we cover

Communities across Central Alberta

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