Rural Sturgeon County Real Estate Market Update: December 2025 Statistics

As 2025 comes to a close, the real estate market in Rural Sturgeon County reflects the broader trends seen across many rural markets in Alberta—slightly softened activity, longer selling times, and ongoing shifts in pricing expectations. For buyers, sellers, and investors keeping an eye on acreage and country residential properties in the Sturgeon County region, this report delivers an in-depth overview of what December 2025 had to offer.

From average list and sale prices to days on market and sales-to-list ratios, this market update breaks down each key statistic, compares year-over-year trends, and helps you make confident, data-driven real estate decisions.

📊 Rural Sturgeon County – December 2025 Market Snapshot

✅ Key Stats:

   

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Rural Sturgeon County New  MLS® Listings

🏷️ New Listings

There were 11 new listings in December 2025, compared to 12 new listings in December 2024. The relatively flat change in new inventory suggests that seller confidence is steady, even if buyer activity has waned.

This also means inventory remains modestly replenished, which could help keep prices more stable moving into 2026.

Average List Price

💰 Average List Price

The average asking price for properties in Rural Sturgeon County in December 2025 came in at $1,072,109, a noticeable increase from $829,141 in December 2024.

This 29% increase in average list price may seem dramatic at first glance, but it reflects a shift in inventory composition—more higher-end acreages and estate homes were listed this December compared to last year, pushing the average up. It’s not necessarily indicative of a major price jump across all property types.

Rural Sturgeon County Home Sales

📉 Total Sales Activity

In December 2025, there were 8 properties sold in Rural Sturgeon County, marking a decline from the 12 properties sold in December 2024. This represents a 33% year-over-year drop in volume for the month.

While this kind of slowdown is typical during the winter months, it’s also consistent with a broader cooling in rural markets across Alberta due to increased borrowing costs and more selective buyer behaviour.

Average Sale Price

💵 Average Sale Price

Despite higher list prices, the average sale price in December 2025 was $796,100, which is also an increase from $686,125 in December 2024.

That’s a 16% year-over-year increase in sale price. Again, this reflects the presence of larger or more premium homes in the sales mix this month. It’s important for sellers to remember that list price increases don’t always translate directly to sale price gains.

📊 Sales-to-List Price Ratio

The sales-to-list price ratio dropped slightly to 96.6% in December 2025, compared to 98.2% in December 2024.

This means sellers, on average, received just under 97% of their asking price, which is typical in a market where buyers have more room to negotiate. It also suggests that while list prices increased, buyers remained cautious and budget-conscious.

Average Days on Market

⏳ Days on Market (DOM)

Homes in Rural Sturgeon County spent an average of 81 days on market in December 2025, up from 74 days in December 2024.

This modest increase in DOM highlights a slightly slower pace of sales, with buyers taking longer to act—likely influenced by economic uncertainty and the holiday season. However, 81 days is still within a normal range for rural listings.

📆 Year-to-Date Snapshot (Jan–Dec 2025)

Now that the full year of 2025 has passed, we can reflect on how the market has performed compared to 2024. Below is a comprehensive Year-to-Date Comparison Table:

📊 Rural Sturgeon County – Year-to-Date Comparison (Jan–Dec)

Metric	2025 YTD	2024 YTD	% Change
Sold Properties	151	182	-17.0%
Average Asking Price	$922,581	$873,732	+5.6%
Average Sale Price	$757,109	$733,138	+3.3%
Days on Market	93	91	+2.2%
Sales-to-List Ratio	97.1%	97.3%	-0.2%
New Listings	285	328	-13.1%

🔍 Market Interpretation

The 2025 Rural Sturgeon County acreage market displayed moderate resilience, despite overall lower sales volume and longer selling times compared to 2024. A few key takeaways:

• Higher price points are showing up more frequently in listings, leading to a rising average list price.
• Buyers remain selective, which is softening the sales-to-list ratio and increasing days on market.
• Inventory is tightening slightly, with 13% fewer new listings year-over-year.

While not a red-hot market, Rural Sturgeon County is seeing stabilized pricing and ongoing demand for premium rural homes, especially those offering space, privacy, and upgraded amenities.

🛠️ Advice for Sellers

If you’re thinking of selling your acreage in Sturgeon County:

• Price strategically: Overpricing may lead to extended time on market or the need for future price reductions.
• Prepare for negotiation: Most homes are selling slightly below asking price.
• Stage for lifestyle: Highlight the acreage lifestyle—space, privacy, outbuildings, and scenic surroundings.

🧭 Guidance for Buyers

For buyers:

• Take your time: Properties are sitting longer, which means less competition and more room for thoughtful decisions.
• Work with a rural expert: Country residential properties come with unique considerations—septic systems, wells, zoning—so having an experienced agent is key.
• Be ready to move when the right acreage pops up, especially in spring when more listings are expected.

🔮 Looking Ahead to 2026

With interest rates potentially easing in 2026 and more balance expected across rural and suburban markets, spring 2026 may bring increased inventory and a return to more typical sales activity.

Buyers and sellers should continue to monitor pricing trends and stay informed about local market dynamics—not just broad economic headlines.

📞 Work With a Local Acreage Expert

Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing in Rural Sturgeon County acreage, expert guidance can make all the difference.

📱 Call or text Chris Reid at (780) 717‑5267
🏡 Century 21 Leading – Rural Real Estate Specialist
🔗 chrisreidedmonton.com

Let’s talk about your acreage goals and make a plan that works for you in 2026 and beyond!

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. 

If you would like more information on the Rural Sturgeon County real estate market contact Chris Reid

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