Rural Sturgeon County Real Estate Market Update: February 2026 Statistics

The Rural Sturgeon County real estate market continued to gain momentum in February 2026 as more buyers and sellers entered the market ahead of the spring real estate season. While acreage markets typically take longer to build activity in the early months of the year, February’s numbers show encouraging signs of increased sales activity, rising listing inventory, and stronger negotiating conditions for sellers.

Located just north of Edmonton, Rural Sturgeon County remains one of the most desirable acreage markets in the Edmonton region, offering spacious properties, luxury estate homes, hobby farms, and peaceful country living within commuting distance of the city.

Let’s take a closer look at what happened in February 2026.

📊 Rural Sturgeon County February 2026 Market Snapshot

According to the latest local market report :

• Sold Properties: 7 (+16.67% year-over-year)
• New Listings: 21 (+31.25%)
• Average Asking Price: $1.17M (+15.41%)
• Average Sale Price: $887K (-19.42%)
• Days on Market: 129 days (-50.38%)
• Average Ask-to-Sell Ratio: 96.3% (+1.09%)

These figures highlight a market that is seeing increasing activity but still adjusting to changing price dynamics.

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Rural Sturgeon County New  MLS® Listings

🏷️ New Listings – Inventory Growing Ahead of Spring

February saw 21 new listings, a 31.25% increase year-over-year .

This is typical as acreage sellers begin preparing for the busy spring market.

Inventory levels are currently holding steady compared to last year, which may help keep the market balanced between buyers and sellers.

Average List Price

💰 Average Asking Price – Sellers Pricing Higher

The average asking price rose to $1.17 million, a 15.41% increase compared to February 2025 .

This suggests that sellers remain confident in the long-term value of acreage properties in Sturgeon County. Larger luxury homes and estate properties entering the market may also be influencing the higher average list price.

Overall, asking prices across the first two months of the year remain slightly higher than last year.

Rural Sturgeon County Home Sales

📈 Sold Properties – Buyer Activity Increasing

Seven properties sold in February 2026, representing a 16.67% increase compared to February 2025 .

While acreage markets tend to have smaller sales volumes compared to city markets, the increase in sales suggests that buyers are becoming more active as we move closer to the spring market.

The increase in early-year sales indicates that buyers who have been watching the market are beginning to act.

Average Sale Price

💵 Average Sale Price – Market Adjusting

The average sale price for February was $887,000, which represents a 19.42% decrease from February 2025 .

However, in rural markets with small transaction volumes, just one or two luxury sales can dramatically influence the average. February’s decline likely reflects a different mix of property types rather than a broad decline in property values.

Again, this difference is primarily due to sales mix rather than overall market weakness.

📊 Ask-to-Sell Ratio – Sellers Receiving Strong Offers

The average ask-to-sell ratio reached 96.3%, an increase of 1.09% year-over-year .

This means sellers are receiving closer to their asking price than last year, showing stronger negotiating conditions.

Average Days on Market

⏳ Days on Market – Major Improvement

One of the most positive indicators in the February report is the dramatic drop in Days on Market (DOM).

Homes sold in an average of 129 days, which is 50.38% faster than February 2025 .

This improvement suggests that buyers are acting more decisively when the right property comes to market.

📊 Year-to-Date Comparison (2026 vs 2025)

🔮 Outlook for the Spring 2026 Acreage Market

The Rural Sturgeon County market is showing early signs of momentum heading into the spring market.

Key trends to watch:

✔ Increasing sales activity
✔ Rising inventory levels
✔ Faster selling times
✔ Sellers receiving stronger offers

If inventory continues to increase and buyer demand stays strong, we could see a more balanced and active acreage market this spring.

📞 Buying or Selling an Acreage in Sturgeon County?

Whether you're looking for luxury acreages, hobby farms, or country residential homes near Edmonton, having a local expert makes a difference.

📞 Chris Reid – Century 21 Leading
📱 (780) 717-5267
🌐 chrisreidedmonton.com

If you're considering buying or selling in Rural Sturgeon County, let’s connect and discuss your real estate goals.

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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