Rural Strathcona County Real Estate Market Update – September 2025

Acreage Market Growth Continues in Strathcona County Amid Late-Summer Shifts

As we head into fall, the rural real estate landscape in Strathcona County continues to evolve, with key trends emerging that impact both buyers and sellers. With rolling farmland, private estates, and proximity to Sherwood Park and Edmonton, this area remains a sought-after destination for those seeking space, lifestyle, and long-term value.

The latest stats from the REALTORS® Association of Edmonton show a dynamic market marked by higher transaction volume, slower turnover, and slight shifts in pricing. In this blog, we unpack the numbers from September 2025 and offer actionable insights for buyers, sellers, and investors.

📊 Market Summary – September 2025

Here’s how the market performed last month in rural Strathcona County:

Bar graphs below are interactive

Strathcona County -Acreage Listings

📥 New Listings: Inventory Tightening into Fall

Only 46 new listings hit the market in September—a 6.12% drop from last year. Even more telling, year-to-date new listings are down 4.54%, with only 505 properties listed in total so far this year

Takeaway:

Buyers will continue to feel pressure due to shrinking inventory. This also helps sellers maintain negotiating power—particularly those who are listing competitively.

If you’re a buyer: be proactive and act fast.

If you’re a seller: this is an excellent window to list before winter inventory dwindles even further.

Strathcona County - Average Acreage List Price

📈 Asking Prices: Sellers Temper Expectations

The average asking price in September was $934,000, down a notable 11.76% year-over-year. While this may seem like a correction, it also reflects a realignment of seller expectations after several months of aggressive pricing.

That said, the YTD average asking price is $976,000, still 7.46% higher than the same point in 2024

This shows sellers are still seeing substantial year-over-year equity gains—just not at the speculative pace seen earlier in the year.

Strathcona County -Acreage Sales 

🏡 Sales Activity: Highest September Sales in Recent Years

In September 2025, 38 acreages were sold, representing a 22.58% increase over the same month last year. This uptick is significant given that fall usually signals a slowdown. Year-to-date, 330 acreages have sold, up 14.19% from 2024.

This signals two key trends:

• Buyers are continuing to pursue acreage life, especially as urban inventory tightens.
• Sellers are finding opportunities well beyond the traditional “spring market” cycle.

What It Means for Buyers:

Expect competition for move-in-ready homes, especially those with desirable features like workshops, treed privacy, and proximity to Sherwood Park or Hwy 21.

What It Means for Sellers:

Listings in the fall are getting serious attention. If your acreage is priced right and well-presented, you can still expect strong results before winter.

💰 Average Sale Price: A Minor Dip, But Long-Term Growth Holds

September's average sale price of $770,000 marked a slight 2.30% decline compared to September 2024. However, year-to-date, the average sits at $841,000, which is 11.27% higher than the same time last year. 

Why the Drop?

• More mid-range acreages sold this month.
• Some higher-end properties may be holding until spring.
• Negotiation margins increased as DOM (days on market) grew.

Despite the dip, the year-to-date trend remains solid and shows strong long-term value appreciation for rural homes in Strathcona County.

📉 Ask-to-Sell Ratio: Small Gap, Smart Pricing Still Matters

September's ask-to-sell ratio was 0.969, meaning homes sold for 96.9% of their asking price. This is a modest improvement from last year’s 95.8%, showing buyers are still negotiating, but the market remains strong.

The year-to-date figure of 0.979 (97.9%) continues to reflect a high-confidence market, where well-priced homes are moving close to their list price.

Strathcona County Acreage Average Days on Market

⏱️ Days on Market: Longer Waits for Sale

In September, the average time on market was 95 days, an increase of 25% over the previous year. On a year-to-date basis, homes are still moving faster than in 2024 (72 vs 83 days) but this month indicates buyers are taking more time before committing

Key Factors:

• Slight seasonal slowdown heading into fall
• Higher price point properties sitting longer
• Buyer caution around rising interest rates

Sellers should prep for slightly longer listing timelines unless the home is priced sharply and marketed properly.

🧭 Year-to-Date Performance Snapshot

So far in 2025, rural Strathcona County has shown:

• 330 properties sold (up 14.19%)
• $841K average sale price (up 11.27%)
• 505 new listings (down 4.54%)
• Days on market reduced 13.25% YTD

This blend of fewer listings, faster sales (overall), and rising prices illustrates a market where demand outpaces supply, particularly for the right acreage properties.

💡 What Buyers Need to Know Right Now

If you’re shopping for a rural acreage in Strathcona County, the market is competitive, but it’s not out of reach.

Buyer Tips:

• Act fast on properties with upgraded features, great layouts, or unique land characteristics.
• Have financing prepped: A quick offer can be the difference-maker.
• Know your non-negotiables (e.g., treed lot, fencing, garage space).
• Work with a local REALTOR® who understands wells, septic systems, zoning, and more.

💼 What Sellers Should Do This Fall

Sellers are in a favourable position, especially if their home is priced within the mid-to-upper $700K to $900K range—where demand is strongest.

Seller Tips:

• List before winter to avoid slower holiday market conditions.
• Prep your property: clear driveways, stage interiors, showcase the yard before snow hits.
• Don’t overprice: Price it close to recent comps to avoid long DOM.
• Use aerial photos and acreage-specific marketing (drone, zoning maps, proximity to amenities).

🧠 Investor Insights: Still Room for Smart Acreage Plays

While the price gains are tapering slightly, the 11.27% YTD price increase suggests strong fundamentals. For investors, rural Strathcona County remains a smart place to:

• Buy and hold appreciating land
• Invest in live-in fixer-uppers
• Purchase income-generating acreages with rental suites, shops, or agricultural income potential

🔮 Looking Ahead: What to Expect in Q4

As we enter Q4:

• Expect fewer new listings
• Buyers may get more negotiating power on homes that have sat longer
• Well-priced homes will continue to move
• Watch for interest rate changes that may influence financing conditions

Sellers should act now to take advantage of fall activity. Buyers should be ready to pounce on good opportunities before the winter lull.

📞 Ready to Buy or Sell? Let’s Connect.

Whether you’re planning to list your acreage before winter or are looking for a quiet property with mature trees and room to grow—let’s chat about your options in rural Strathcona County.

Christina Reid, REALTOR® – Century 21 Leading
📞 (780) 717-5267
📧 creid@chrisreidedmonton.com
🌐 www.chrisreidedmonton.com

Data provided by the REALTORS® Association of Edmonton and subject to change. Always consult with a real estate professional for the most current market information. 

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