Parkland County Acreage Market Overview: October 2025

As autumn settles the Parkland County acreage market is revealing seasonal shifts—but with some surprises. While October typically sees a slowdown, this year brought a combination of fewer sales, soaring asking prices, and remarkably short days on market. Despite lower monthly sales, the year-to-date numbers continue to show a healthy and stable acreage market in Parkland County.

Whether you're thinking of listing your acreage before the snow falls or you're watching the market for the right time to buy, the latest data offers insight into how to plan your next move.

📞 Ready to talk acreage? Reach out to Christina Reid at (780) 717-5267 for expert help with buying or selling in Parkland County.

📊 October 2025 by the Numbers

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Parkland County Acreage Listings

📦 Inventory Shrinks – New Listings Down Nearly 10%

Only 38 new listings came to market in October 2025—a 9.52% drop from the previous year. Year-to-date, new listings are also down 5.84%, with 629 listings so far in 2025 compared to 668 in 2024.

🏡 What This Means for the Market:

• Buyers have fewer options heading into winter.
• Well-prepared listings stand out and are more likely to attract attention.
• Inventory pressure could keep prices elevated through year-end.

Average List Price

💸 Average Asking Price Spikes to $985K

Sellers came into October with confidence, setting an average asking price of $985,000—an 18.64% increase year-over-year. This marks one of the highest average monthly asking prices reported in 2025.

However, this confidence may not have fully translated to results. The average sale price for the month was $733,000, a drop of 8.59% compared to last October.

Parkland County Acreage Sales

🔻 Sales Dip 30%, But YTD Volume Still Up

Only 28 acreage properties sold in October 2025—a 30% decline compared to October 2024, which saw 40 sales. While this may seem like a slowdown, it's worth noting that year-to-date sales remain up by 3.97%, with 419 properties sold so far in 2025 compared to 403 in the same period last year

💡 What This Means:

• The lower monthly volume is typical for the fall season.
• The overall market is still stronger than last year—proof that buyer activity has been consistent throughout 2025.
• Sellers may want to act soon before winter inventory shrinks further.

Parkland County Average Sale Price

📉 Sale Prices Dip in October, but YTD Values Are Rising

Despite the monthly decline, 2025 continues to outperform 2024 overall. The year-to-date average sale price sits at $753,000, reflecting a 6.17% increase from last year’s YTD average of $709,000. Buyers are still paying more for well-located or upgraded acreages—but value must match the price tag.

📈 Ask-to-Sell Ratio Nears Perfection

The ask-to-sell ratio for October was 0.976, meaning homes sold for 97.6% of their asking price—a strong performance. The year-to-date ratio is even stronger at 0.985, a 0.39% improvement from 2024

Average  Days on MLS®

⏱️ Homes Selling Faster Than Ever

Acreage properties sold in an average of 55 days in October, down nearly 20% from last year. This is impressive, especially considering rural homes often take longer to sell than urban listings.

Year-to-date, the average days on market is just 63, a 30% improvement compared to 2024.

⏩ Sellers: Be Ready

• Buyers are serious and making quicker decisions.
• A well-marketed, accurately priced acreage can sell faster than ever in this environment.

🔍 YTD Comparison Table

📝 Final Thoughts

October's acreage market in Parkland County reveals a seasonal slowdown in sales volume—but with plenty of good news for both buyers and sellers:

• Sales values remain strong
• Homes are selling faster
• Inventory is low, but interest is still high

Whether you're prepping your acreage for sale or watching for the right rural property, this is a strategic time to act—before the year winds down.

📞 Let's Talk Acreage Goals

Thinking about buying or selling in Parkland County?

👩‍💼 Christina Reid – REALTOR®
📱 (780) 717-5267
📧 creid@chrisreidedmonton.com

Let’s build a strategy that works for you in this fast-paced rural market.

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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