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West Central & Yellowhead real estate

The Yellowhead corridor and the eastern slopes — Edson, Hinton, Drayton Valley, Whitecourt and Rocky Mountain House.

Market snapshot

The West Central & Yellowhead market right now

West Central & Yellowhead currently has 803 active listings. Most homes for sale are priced between $85K and $797K, with a median around $285K. Detached houses make up the largest share of the market.

803
Active listings
803
For sale
$285K
Median list price
$85K–$797K
Typical range
$268
Median price / sq ft
98
Median days listed
30
New in last 7 days
1987
Median year built

West Central & Yellowhead prices by bedrooms

BedroomsActive listingsMedian asking price
19$170K
287$175K
3165$299K
4+264$443K

Across West Central & Yellowhead, the most listings are in Edson (103), Rural Clearwater County (67), Whitecourt (65), Rural Westlock County (64), Rural Woodlands County (63) and Hinton (61).

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

Buying a home in West Central & Yellowhead

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

West Central & Yellowhead real estate FAQs

How much does a home cost in West Central & Yellowhead?

The median asking price for homes currently for sale in West Central & Yellowhead is about $285,000, and most are listed between $85,000 and $797,000. These figures come from active MLS® listings and move with the market.

How many homes are for sale in West Central & Yellowhead right now?

There are 803 active listings on this page's search, 30 of them new in the last 7 days. Listings are updated continuously from the MLS®.

How much is a 3-bedroom home in West Central & Yellowhead?

Median asking prices by bedroom count in West Central & Yellowhead right now — 1 bedroom: about $170,000; 2 bedrooms: about $175,000; 3 bedrooms: about $299,000; 4+ bedrooms: about $443,000. Based on 525 active listings.

What is the price per square foot for homes in West Central & Yellowhead?

The median asking price per square foot of living area is about $268 across homes currently listed in West Central & Yellowhead. Location, age and building type move this a lot, so compare within a neighbourhood.

How long have homes in West Central & Yellowhead been on the market?

The typical active listing here first came on the market about 98 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 West Central & Yellowhead?

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 West Central

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