Donnelly, Alberta
As of November 15, 2026, Donnelly has 2 active public listings.
Donnelly had a population of 338, a median household income of $80,000, 65% of households owning their home at the 2021 Census of Population.
A tiny rural residential area in northern Alberta
Donnelly is for people who want rural space and quiet, and accept driving for most needs.
The area reads as agricultural-region residential: low-density homes, farm residences, and properties where the setting matters as much as the house. The appeal is breathing room and a calmer pace than busier centres nearby; it is not a place for walkable errands, frequent transit, or an amenity-heavy main street.
The area’s identity is tied to a rural, acreage-oriented character with low-density homes and farm residences rather than dense housing.
It offers a small-community setting where daily life tends to be calmer and more privacy-leaning than in larger service centres.
It sits among nearby places like Falher and McLennan, with Peace River as the larger regional destination for broader services.
The lifestyle here is naturally outdoors-focused, with the wider Peace River region shaping recreation more than local commercial amenities.
Housing in Donnelly is predominantly low-density single-family homes and farm residences, reflecting its rural, acreage-oriented character. The built form reads as residential properties where the overall setting and day-to-day practicality are central to the appeal.
A typical home is a detached house on a rural-style residential property rather than a multi-unit format.
Weekends in the area tend to revolve around quiet time at home and outdoor-oriented activities in the broader Peace River region rather than a local strip of shops. Plans and social life often look outward to nearby centres for errands and services.
Look past the house itself and evaluate how the property functions in a rural, driving-dependent context. The practical details of ownership and access to services tend to matter as much as finishes.
With a Walkability score of 9/100 and Bikeability score of 31/100, plan on driving for most shopping, services, and appointments. Confirm that your day-to-day needs align with relying on nearby centres.
Properties here can be as much about the overall use and layout as the house. Make sure the site setup matches how you intend to live on it, especially if you’re prioritizing space and separation.
A nearby school option is Georges P Vanier School. For any address, confirm the current attendance and program details directly with the relevant school authority.
Groceries, healthcare, and broader retail are typically reached by driving to places such as Falher, McLennan, and Peace River. Factor those regular trips into how you assess the home’s overall fit.
Selling in Donnelly comes down to two comparisons buyers make: your home against what else is for sale, and this location against the alternatives.
Buyers weigh your home against the homes listed in Donnelly right now. The current listings and asking prices are in the Market section of this page.
Donnelly has a Walkability score of 9: almost all errands require a car. State it plainly, so the buyers it suits find your home.
Photography, condition and first impressions decide which listings buyers book to see. Have the home ready before it goes live.
Donnelly offers a very small, rural residential setting with an acreage-oriented feel and a housing mix dominated by detached homes and farm residences. Its trade-off is straightforward: limited local amenities and low walkability, with most needs met by driving to nearby centres such as Falher, McLennan, and Peace River. It’s compelling for buyers who prioritize space and rural character, and a weak match for anyone prioritizing walkable convenience.
This description is compiled from the figures above and from published sources. It is not a statistic.
Donnelly’s for-sale market is very thin right now, with just 2 active listings, so buyers and investors may see limited choice across the city’s mix of housing—from smaller, lower-priced homes to more space-focused rural/residential properties where pricing can vary by condition and lot size. The median asking price is $152,450, and the 236-day average time listed so far suggests listings are taking time to attract the right match, which can create room for negotiation while requiring patience and flexibility on timing.
AI-written commentary on the active public listing snapshot as of November 15, 2026. Not financial advice.
Walkability 9 · Bikeability 31
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