Fort McMurray, Alberta
As of September 26, 2026, the median asking price in Fort McMurray is $384,900, across 295 active MLS® listings.
Those listings have been on the market an average of 62 days.
106 new listings came to market in Fort McMurray in the last 30 days.
Asking prices work out to about $277 per square foot, based on the 295 listings that report floor area.
Detached homes in Fort McMurray are listed at an average of $537,637 across 143 active listings.
Homes in Fort McMurray are listed at an average of $240,676 across 63 active listings.
Townhouses in Fort McMurray are listed at an average of $301,676 across 35 active listings.
Condos in Fort McMurray are listed at an average of $147,566 across 33 active listings.
Shift-Work City, River-Valley Roots
Fort McMurray is a northern hub built on big projects and bigger distances—an urban service centre where the Athabasca and Clearwater rivers meet and the oilsands economy sets the tempo. The city reads as practical and resilient: long daylight summers, deep winters, and a community that’s learned to rebuild and adapt. With a Walk Score of 0, daily life is decisively vehicle-first, and neighbourhood identity often comes from schools, recreation facilities, and the local spots people return to between shifts.
Who lives here is shaped by work cycles: a younger-than-average workforce, trades and technical professionals, and plenty of mobile households who arrive for opportunity and stay for stability. Longtime residents anchor established areas like Thickwood and Abasand with mature trees and familiar cul-de-sacs, while newer subdivisions in Timberlea reflect the city’s growth phases—bigger lots, newer garages, and family-focused streets. You’ll also find a meaningful condo and apartment inventory in and around downtown and key corridors, offering an alternative for renters, fly-in/fly-out workers, and first-time buyers.
Real estate in Fort McMurray tends to move in rhythm with oilsands hiring, project approvals, and broader energy sentiment: when activity rises, rentals tighten and entry-level options can get competitive; when it cools, buyers gain leverage and selection expands. Detached homes dominate many streets, but townhomes and condos play an outsized role compared to similarly sized northern communities, giving the market a wider range of price points. For many households, “location” here is less about walkability and more about commute routes, school catchments, and quick access to recreation—whether that’s the trail network, arenas, or a fast escape into the boreal forest.
Fort McMurray’s for-sale market currently has 320 active listings with a median asking price of $399,900 and an average $284 per square foot, reflecting a broad mix of housing across the city—from newer suburban-style areas with larger single-family homes to more established communities with a wider range of townhomes and condos. Homes have been listed an average of 80 days so far, suggesting buyers generally have time to compare options and negotiate, while 118 new listings in the past 30 days point to fresh selection and steady turnover for both end-users and investors watching for value across different pockets of the city.
AI-written commentary on the active MLS® listing snapshot as of September 11, 2026. Not financial advice.
Fort McMurray covers about 57 km², so a single Walk Score®, Transit Score® or Bike Score® measured at one point would not describe it. How easily you can get around depends on which part of Fort McMurray you are in — check the score for a specific address.
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